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Arvind Kumar

Educator
Noida

Summary

Experienced Sr. Corporate Management Professional: Proven success in establishing and managing businesses profitably. Leadership: Skilled in leading large multidisciplinary teams across various functions, ensuring alignment in resource-constrained environments. Financial Expertise: Proficient in budgeting, annual planning, financial monitoring, and business reviews. External Relations: Experienced in managing interactions with police, government security agencies, regulatory bodies, and trade forums. Communication Skills: Strong presentation skills and proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Professor of Practice, General Management

Sharda School of Business Studies
4 2022 - Current
  • Courses: Marketing and General Management track
  • Roles held: MBA Class Coordinator, Placement Committee Chairperson, University Committee Member for Human Values and Environmental Studies, MDP Chairperson, Co Chair Summer Term Examinations
  • Ongoing consultancy project phase II sponsored by JICA (Japanese International Cooperation Agency).
  • Developed innovative teaching methods tailored to diverse learning styles, enhancing student comprehension and success rates
  • Increased course relevance by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lesson plans
  • Established industry connections for students by organizing guest speaker events, workshops, and networking opportunities
  • Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct

Business Consultant

Dish TV Limited
01.2018 - 09.2018
  • Reviewed, designed, and recommended improvements in the sales & distribution structure of the merged entity (Dish & Videocon D2H)
  • Guided convergence of the distribution structures of both brands
  • Streamlined operations, leading to increased efficiency in sales and distribution.
  • Evaluated existing business models, identifying areas of improvement to increase revenue generation potential

Co-Founder & Mentor

Djnni Retail Pvt Ltd
04.2017 - 01.2018
  • Oversaw organization setup, distribution, and retail footprint
  • Established franchisee networks and secured tie-ups with supply sources
  • Engaged with potential investors to secure funding for the refurbishing initiative, resulting in commitments, enabling the project to launch with sufficient capital for operational sustainability.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations

Business Head (COO)

Reliance Big TV Limited
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Managed P&L for business operations in northern & eastern states
  • Led cross-functional teams to drive business growth
  • Improved operational efficiency and profitability in assigned regions.

Executive Director

Alar Infrastructure Pvt Limited
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Assisted Toshiba Japan in identifying a suitable Indian JV partner for marketing and service of Doppler Weather Radar
  • Successfully facilitated a strategic partnership with ECIL, enhancing its market presence.

COO (Executive Director)

MTS India (SSTL)
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Launched mobile services and set up entire business operations for the Hub and two Circles
  • Managed all aspects of business operations, including sales, marketing, and customer service
  • Achieved business turnover of 89 crores in the second year and 123 crores in the third year.
  • Boosted operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures
  • Negotiated key partnerships with vendors, suppliers, and other stakeholders for improved collaboration and resource allocation
  • Developed high-performing teams through effective hiring, training, and performance management strategies
  • Navigated complex regulatory environments to ensure compliance across all aspects of operations
  • Represented organization at external meetings and events to promote and build relationships with key stakeholders
  • Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility
  • Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings

Regional Hub CEO (Sr. Vice President)

Reliance Communications Limited
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Managed P&L for the entire Upper North region
  • Launched GSM services in Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab and Haryana Circles
  • Increased regional annual turnover from 460 crores to over 720 crores in 2010.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth
  • Drove profitability with thorough financial analysis and strategic decisionmaking
  • Developed a high-performance executive team for improved productivity and efficiency
  • Led successful turnaround efforts for underperforming divisions or subsidiaries, restoring profitability within tight timeframes
  • Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts
  • Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations
  • Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility

Circle CEO (Sr. Vice President)

Reliance Communications Limited
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Managed P&L for UPW & Uttarakhand Circle
  • Established a new Circle HQ at Meerut
  • Doubled annual business turnover from 207 crores to 406 crores in 2008
  • Successfully launched new initiatives to drive business growth and operational excellence.
  • Drove profitability with thorough financial analysis and strategic decisionmaking
  • Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services
  • Developed a high-performance executive team for improved productivity and efficiency
  • Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new markets and devising targeted expansion strategies
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners
  • Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility

Mitsubishi Corporation
06.1996 - 12.2000

As Head of IT & Telecom Projects

Thomson Consumer Electronics Limited
09.1995 - 06.1996

Regional Manager North

BPL Limited
08.1992 - 09.1995

Branch Manager, Delhi, for Appliances

Usha International Limited
06.1990 - 08.1992

Sales Manager Sewing and Knitting Machines for Bihar and Nepal

Philips India Limited
04.1986 - 05.1990

Sales Officer ( Consumer Electronics), Advertising & Sales Promotion Officer, Product Executive.

Modi Xerox Limited
03.1985 - 04.1986

Sales Executive based in Allahabad

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in Sales & Marketing -

Department of Commerce, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi
07.1984 - 07.1985

Post Graduate Diploma in International Business -

SCDL, Pune
06.2007 - 03.2009

B. Com (H) -

SRCC, University of Delhi
07.1978 - 05.1981

Skills

Team Leadership

Course Planning

Critical Thinking

Power point Presentations

Bringing Real-World Insights to the Classroom

Timeline

Business Consultant

Dish TV Limited
01.2018 - 09.2018

Co-Founder & Mentor

Djnni Retail Pvt Ltd
04.2017 - 01.2018

Business Head (COO)

Reliance Big TV Limited
01.2015 - 01.2017

Executive Director

Alar Infrastructure Pvt Limited
01.2013 - 01.2015

COO (Executive Director)

MTS India (SSTL)
01.2010 - 01.2013

Regional Hub CEO (Sr. Vice President)

Reliance Communications Limited
01.2008 - 01.2010

Post Graduate Diploma in International Business -

SCDL, Pune
06.2007 - 03.2009

Circle CEO (Sr. Vice President)

Reliance Communications Limited
01.2006 - 01.2008

Mitsubishi Corporation
06.1996 - 12.2000

Thomson Consumer Electronics Limited
09.1995 - 06.1996

BPL Limited
08.1992 - 09.1995

Usha International Limited
06.1990 - 08.1992

Philips India Limited
04.1986 - 05.1990

Modi Xerox Limited
03.1985 - 04.1986

Post Graduate Diploma in Sales & Marketing -

Department of Commerce, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi
07.1984 - 07.1985

B. Com (H) -

SRCC, University of Delhi
07.1978 - 05.1981

Professor of Practice, General Management

Sharda School of Business Studies
4 2022 - Current
Arvind KumarEducator