Accomplished Finance and Operations Leader with 30+ years at a premier Diamond Jewellery Group, specializing in financial management, strategic planning, and regulatory compliance. Demonstrated expertise in optimizing production processes, achieving substantial cost savings, and driving revenue growth through efficient resource management. Skilled in negotiations, team building, and fostering sustainable business development to support operational excellence and market expansion.
Finance & Accounting: Comprehensive understanding of financial management, accounts, and negotiations to secure and manage funding. Skilled in managing relationships with bankers for loans and financial negotiations.
Regulatory Compliance: Proficient in engaging with government bodies and statutory authorities to ensure full compliance, including customs regulations for export/import and policy alignment with DC SEEPZ for smooth business operations.
Jewellery Manufacturing Operations: Deep expertise in overseeing jewellery production from design to final product, ensuring high efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness across operations.
Strategic Planning & SOP Development: Designed and instituted standard operating procedures (SOPs) to streamline operations, enhancing workflow and achieving consistent output quality.
Business Development & Leadership Support: Spearheaded initiatives to explore new business avenues and markets, providing strategic insights and support to top management to drive revenue growth
Cost Control & Efficiency: Developed and implemented procedures to optimize resource use, managing gold consumption, minimizing diamond breakage, and enhancing labor productivity to reduce costs and drive sustainable savings.