Bhardwaj Rajesh
New Delhi
Summary
Experienced professional in Supply Chain Management with a proven track record in New Product Development, Cost Reduction, Supplier Development, Contract Negotiation, and Logistics management. Skilled in strategic sourcing, cost optimization, vendor collaboration, and procurement cycle management. Recognized for leading high-performing teams, fostering business growth, and optimizing supply chain operations. Passionate about brand development and sales growth, with a history of successful revenue enhancement strategies. Demonstrated leadership in managing cross-functional teams, promoting collaboration, and driving results-oriented decision-making. Expertise in stakeholder management, team motivation, and crisis resolution, with a talent for mentoring and developing teams to ensure enhanced performance and operational success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Merchandising Officer
M/S Building Paradise Pvt. Ltd.
02.2023 - Current
- Led on boarding of 60+ major brands.
- Managed Brand relationship across 60+ companies across 8 Categories. (Structure, Tiles, Sanitary ware & Bath fittings, Electrical Products, Kitchen Solutions, Hardware, Paint & Adhesives, Ply wood & Laminate.
- Optimized pricing structures with competitor analysis, resulting in improved market positioning.
- Initiated category expansion efforts, successfully diversifying the brand''s product offerings and increasing market share.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure timely product delivery.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop innovative product assortments, driving sales growth and customer satisfaction.
- Piloted an omni-channel retail strategy to maximize sales opportunities.
- Spearheaded Product Listing and logistics management.
- Responsible for Overall Margin Management.
- Successfully established Experience Center within scheduled Period.
- Driving sales of high value items like Elevators, Glass and Marble.
Co-Promoter
M/S Itzel Bath India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2021 - 01.2023
- Profit & Loss management.
- Managing production and plant operations.
- Product Costing, BOM finalization.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Spearheaded development of new product line, resulting in significantly increased market share and brand recognition.
- Optimized supply chain operations, ensuring timely delivery of products and reducing inventory holding costs.
- Implemented innovative solutions to overcome challenges, leading to enhanced productivity levels.
- Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing projects.
- Achieved OEM Business growth, increasing monthly sales by 35%.
- Reduced in house product rejection from 3% to 1.2%.
Deputy General Manager
M/S Hindustan Sanitaryware India Ltd. (HSIL)
11.2018 - 06.2021
- Responsible for Outsourcing and new product development for all brands.
- Proposing new innovative products for further introduction to product portfolio.
- Co-ordination with cross-functional teams to lead cost reduction projects.
- Identifying, evaluating and developing New Suppliers.
- Purchase Forecast and annual Budgeting.
- Responsible for PO to Payment process.
- Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
- Generated Net Savings of ₹28 Cr (6.30% of annual purchase cost).
- Developed and introduced 60+ new products and 4 faucet ranges.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing coaching and mentoring to staff members.
Assistant General Manager
M/S Kajaria Bathware Pvt. Ltd.
02.2015 - 10.2018
- Oversaw Sourcing, Logistics, warehouse and dispatch management.
- Price negotiations and finalization.
- Cost optimization and Supplier relation management.
- Development, Finalization, Planning & Procurement of products from China.
- New Suppliers introduction and approvals.
- Purchasing of CAPEX and Special Purpose items, its monitoring and closure.
- Dispatch planning and distribution.
- Inventory Analysis & Control – Raw material and finished goods.
- Negotiating and finalization of Annual Service Contracts.
- Introduced - 3 new Faucet ranges, 32 Shower and 36 allied products in under 3 months.
- Led procurement of Plant machinery.
- Implemented ISO-Compliant Systems.
Senior Manager
M/S Roca Bathroom Products Pvt. Ltd.
05.2009 - 01.2015
- Responsible for Sourcing, Development & logistics (Domestic & Overseas).
- Identifying New Sources and collaborating for business possibilities.
- Price Negotiation & finalization for new products.
- Working in close coordination with Product Managers - understanding and analyzing the market needs, competition and developing / proposing right product at right cost.
- Coordination with QA function for Validation and approval of new product.
- Purchasing of CAPEX and Special Purpose items.
- Identify prospective areas for Value engineering projects and its execution.
- Indigenization of Imported products.
- Developed and introduced 74 new products.
- Achieved direct net savings of ₹18 million over three years.
- Led Plant Expansion for the Faucets division.
- 100% compliance of systems during External Financial & Quality Audits.
Deputy Manager
M/S Rieter Automotive India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2008 - 04.2009
- Led end-to-end procurement, Imports and Logistics.
- Negotiating, Finalizing and Ordering of all CAPEX items (Machineries, Electricals LT & HT Contract, Air, Water & Oil Pipe lines, DG Sets, Compressors, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Civil Contract, Roofing etc.)
- Identifying & finalization of Services providers for Installation and Commissioning of plant & machineries, CHA, Transporter, Canteen, Security etc.
- Alternate Supplier Development for Localization of Imported RM.
- Implementation of Internal/External Quality & Environment Systems.
- Completed plant Commissioning within 8 months, saving ₹25 million.
Senior Officer
M/S Goodyear India Ltd.
05.2005 - 12.2007
- Planning, Scheduling, Tracking & Procurement of various local & imported raw material primarily Rubber, Chemicals & Petroleum Products for Tyre, Tube & Flap manufacturing.
- Managed Outsourcing of Tube, Flaps & Cements.
- Responsible for RM Stock availability at Vendor, Monthly Stock reconciliation, Price Working, Purchase Orders etc.
- Responsible for Internal/External Quality & Environment Audits.
- Cost Savings by Inventory Control, Prebuy, E-Bidding and Approval of alternate sources.
- Ensured Zero Production losses due to material unavailability.
- Reduced Premium freight for Imports to Zero.
Senior Engineer
M/S Pranav Vikas India Ltd.
04.2000 - 04.2005
- Planning and procurement of Raw material, components, consumable, hardware & packing.
- Development of various sheet metal, rubber components and packaging.
- Development of forgings and welded assemblies.
- Conducting production trial run for developed components.
- Document and Data maintenance as per ISO/TS 16949:2002.
- Implementation and Improvement of systems at vendor end and conducting PPAP.
- Vendor Performance Monitoring & Compilation of Vendor Ratings.
- Developed and approved 145+ new components for 11 automotive models.
Engineer
M/S Indo Widecom International Ltd.
07.1997 - 03.2000
- Co-ordination with vendors.
- Development of sheet metal components and assemblies.
- Procuring of components as per scheduled planning.
- Planning and ordering of imported components.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Engineering (Mechanical)
University of Pune
Skills
- Supplier relationship management
- Product development & Management
- Price negotiation & optimization
- Supplier performance enhancement
- Contract management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Budget planning & Controlling
- Project Management
- Supply chain operations optimization
- Result oriented decision making
- Procurement cycle management
- Strategic business development
- Brand strategy formulation
- Cross functional team leadership
- Crisis management
- Effective team building & mentoring
Languages
English
Hindi
Certification
CERTIFICATIONS
· Internal Auditor of Quality Systems – ISO:9002 and TS 16949:2002
· Internal Auditor of Environmental Management System – ISO 14001: 2004
Timeline
Chief Merchandising Officer
M/S Building Paradise Pvt. Ltd.
02.2023 - Current
Co-Promoter
M/S Itzel Bath India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2021 - 01.2023
Deputy General Manager
M/S Hindustan Sanitaryware India Ltd. (HSIL)
11.2018 - 06.2021
Assistant General Manager
M/S Kajaria Bathware Pvt. Ltd.
02.2015 - 10.2018
Senior Manager
M/S Roca Bathroom Products Pvt. Ltd.
05.2009 - 01.2015
Deputy Manager
M/S Rieter Automotive India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2008 - 04.2009
Senior Officer
M/S Goodyear India Ltd.
05.2005 - 12.2007
Senior Engineer
M/S Pranav Vikas India Ltd.
04.2000 - 04.2005
Engineer
M/S Indo Widecom International Ltd.
07.1997 - 03.2000
Bachelor’s Degree - Engineering (Mechanical)
University of Pune
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