Ankit Agarwalla
Kolkata
Summary
Visionary leader with proven track record in steering organizations toward success through strategic planning and effective management. Skilled in building cohesive teams, driving innovation, and enhancing operational efficiency to achieve business objectives. Demonstrated ability to transform challenges into opportunities, resulting in significant impact on company growth and profitability.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Operations Manager
Fresco global Pvt Ltd
Kolkata
01.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with other level executives in developing business strategies.
- Created a leadership promotion program to boost internal manager growth, and trained and mentored staff to maximize overall productivity.
- Enhanced operational systems, processes, and best practices for greater efficiency.
- Managed strategies to resolve organizational challenges through corrective measures.
- Participated in the development of new products and services through collaboration with the marketing and R&D teams.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to achieve organizational goals, driving growth and profitability through short- and long-term strategies.
- Bridged communication between internal teams and external partners, including customers, and management.
- Analyzed data, developed reports for the senior leadership team, and provided useful insights.
- Identified areas for improvement within the organization's processes.
- Fostered an environment of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation, and efficiency.
- Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Oversaw technological improvements, successfully reducing waste, and eliminating business bottlenecks.
- Advanced organizational culture and vision using optimized communication strategies.
- Coordinated major project initiatives from planning through to execution, ensuring timely completion.
- Fostered collaboration and development of new practices by business leaders.
- Established plans to address productivity, operational performance.
- Facilitated meetings to address key organizational concerns.
- Led the design and implementation of business strategies, plans, and procedures.
- Performed sales forecasting to identify strategic opportunities.
- Created metrics to monitor achievement relative to objectives.
- Created strategic plans to enhance business growth, leading to higher annual sales.
- Drove performance measures for the operation, including a focus on continuous improvement.
- Directed initiatives aimed at enhancing departmental processes.
- Supervised the executive team, providing guidance on operational decisions.
- Evaluated performance by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics.
- Supervised improvement metrics and program effectiveness.
- Managed day-to-day operations of organization including staff management, scheduling , reporting.
- Organized leadership and worked with executive partners to establish long-term goals.
- Assisted in the budgeting process by evaluating costs and allocating resources appropriately.
- Maximized profits through reducing expenditures and evaluating prices.
- Served as a strategic advisor and functional expert on critical strategic and operational matters.
- Conducted analysis of market trends to inform organization's strategic planning.
- Supported the CEO with operational insights and strategic decision-making.
- Evaluated existing systems and processes for effectiveness then proposed changes where necessary.
- Optimized supply chain to reduce materials costs and improve distribution.
- Fostered proactive attitude and future-focused thinking among staff in fast-paced environment.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to reduce costs while maintaining quality standards.
Distribution Manager
Vedant fashion ltd
Kolkata
11.2009 - 11.2015
- Handled departmental scheduling to maintain proper staffing for shifts.
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing deliveries, staying updated on delays.
- Maintained accurate records of shipments and inventories in accordance with company standards.
- Supervised activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing, and shipping products to maintain operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with customers to resolve any disputes or complaints related to order fulfillment or returns processing.
- Created and enforced procedures for entire logistics team.
- Evaluated existing distribution processes and identified opportunities for streamlining operations.
- Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels, Etc.
- Investigated discrepancies between actual stock levels and those indicated by inventory reports.
- Managed the daily activities of distribution staff, providing guidance and support when needed.
- Coordinated with other departments within the organization regarding product availability issues, or delays in delivery times.
- Monitored inventory levels of products and materials in warehouses to keep needed goods on hand.
- Tracked performance metrics such as on-time delivery rate, lead time, cost per unit shipped, identifying areas for improvement where necessary.
- Supported senior leadership by accurately reporting monthly and annual sales reports.
- Strengthened operational efficiencies and traceability.
- Analyzed customer demand patterns to optimize stock levels and minimize costs.
- Tracked orders using functional systems and coordinated with warehouse workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products.
- Initiated process improvements aimed at increasing productivity, while reducing waste.
- Consistently met company and department objectives within time constraints.
- Managed day-to-day logistics operations, monitoring incoming deliveries and overseeing personnel tasks.
- Analyzed invoices, work orders, consumption reports and demand forecasts to estimate peak delivery periods and issue work assignments.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive system for tracking inventory levels, orders and deliveries.
- Restructured warehouse picking locations and reserved slots to achieve maximum employee productivity.
- Monitored inventory control to align ordering processes with demand plans.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
Education
B.Com(Hons) - Commerce
Bhawanipur Gujrati Education Society
Kolkata01-2013
Skills
- Cross-functional team coordination
- Innovation management
- Data-driven decision-making
- Facilities management
- Organizational development
- Workforce planning
- Logistics management
- Operations management
- Planning and execution
- Operations administration
- Strategic planning
- Process improvement
- Production
- Cost savings and reduction
- Executive leadership
- Business forecasting
- Business analysis
- Operations oversight
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Hindi
Advanced
C1
Bengali
Upper Intermediate
B2
Accomplishments
- Awarded the Director's Discretionary Award for two consecutive years for outstanding performance and strategy.
- Launched the "Virtual Project" for the online segment, achieving successful results.
Timeline
Senior Operations Manager
Fresco global Pvt Ltd
01.2016 - Current
Distribution Manager
Vedant fashion ltd
11.2009 - 11.2015
B.Com(Hons) - Commerce
Bhawanipur Gujrati Education Society
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