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Colonel Arunava Kundoo

Colonel Arunava Kundoo

Summary

Highly accomplished logistics and resource management expert with extensive experience in strategic planning, operational management, and human resource leadership. Proven track record in managing complex logistical operations, multi-million-dollar contracts, and supply chain optimization in challenging environments. Possesses advanced degrees in defense studies, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management, along with numerous certifications in international trade, customs regulations, and Six Sigma. A dedicated professional seeking to leverage expertise and drive to deliver exceptional results in a new role.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Executive Officer Administration & HR Management

09.2019 - Current
  • Enrolled and trained 3,000 cadets per annum, including administration.

Senior Executive Officer Operations, Logistics & Resource Management

04.2015 - 08.2019
  • Managed 93 contracts valued at $46.7M, including RFP drafting and contract execution
  • Coordinated fuel provision of 25,000 KL per annum worth $18.2M
  • Implemented policies and optimized resource utilization
  • Supervised vendor relationships and effective use of 500 trucks
  • Successfully operated supply chain in desert and mountainous terrain.

Director

12.2012 - 03.2015
  • Planned and coordinated logistics training operations.

Senior Executive Officer Operations, Logistics & Resource Management

11.2010 - 11.2012
  • Provided direct supervision to 1,000 personnel
  • Managed maintenance and operation of 200 trucks
  • Oversaw procurement, storage, and distribution of 15,000 KL fuel per annum ($10M) and 13,687 tons of rations
  • Administered 60 contracts for food, food services, and civil vehicles
  • Achieved timely and smooth stocking of 7,950 tons of rations and 7,860 KL fuel for 7 months' requirements
  • Managed operations of 6 warehouses
  • Conducted supply chain operations involving multimodal transportation at 12,000 ft
  • Above sea level
  • Ensured quality control and end-user satisfaction.

Assistant Director Indian Army Headquarters

06.2008 - 10.2010
  • Formulated transportation, ration, and fuel policies for the Indian Army
  • Implemented changeover from coal to kerosene for heating, resulting in savings of $30.44M per annum
  • Introduced special rations for troops in very high elevation mountains
  • Planned and concluded contracts for food articles and fuel for the Indian Army
  • Managed the Indian Army's fuel budget of $146M
  • Coordinated and optimized utilization of Army Transportation.

Assistant Director

06.2006 - 05.2008
  • Procured, stored, and distributed rations for 3,000 personnel ($18.6M per annum) and 600 KL fuel
  • Managed warehouses at 2 locations 100 Km apart
  • Administered 13 contracts for fuel, rations, and civil transport
  • Operated supply chain in desert terrain, ensuring quality control and end-user satisfaction.

Executive Officer

01.2001 - 12.2002
  • Managed a transportation fleet of 120 trucks.

Receipt & Dispatch Officer

01.1999 - 12.2000
  • Received coal and rations in railway rake (Avg
  • 180 rake per annum)
  • Dispatched stores to 49 locations by road transportation (Avg
  • 80 trucks per day).

Education

Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Logistics & Supply Chain Management -

Alliance University
01.2014

MSc. Defense & Strategic Studies -

University of Madras
01.2006

Master Diploma in Business Administration in Personal Management -

Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies
01.1998

Diploma in Logistics & Resource Management -

Rohilkhand University
01.1994

Bachelors of Science -

Jawaharlal Nehru University
01.1991

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Operations Management
  • Human Resource Management
  • Logistics & Resource Management
  • Contract Management
  • Negotiation
  • Analytical Skills
  • Vendor Sourcing & Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Time Management & Prioritization
  • Risk Management
  • Administration

Certification

  • International Trade Logistics & Customs Regulations, Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, New Delhi, 2024
  • WTO Market Access Intelligence Online, World Trade Organization, Geneva, Switzerland, 2024
  • Agreement on Import Licensing Procedure, World Trade Organization, Geneva, Switzerland, 2024
  • Trade Facilitation Agreement, World Trade Organization, Geneva, Switzerland, 2024
  • Customs Valuation, World Trade Organization, Geneva, Switzerland, 2024
  • Multilateral Trade Agreement, World Trade Organization, Geneva, Switzerland, 2024
  • Six Sigma, Simplilearn, 2023
  • Introduction to World Trade Organization, World Trade Organization, Geneva, Switzerland, 2024
  • Defense Procurement Procedure, Defense Headquarters Institute, New Delhi, 2008

Additional Information

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss my experience further and to hear more about the role.

Availability

Available after relocating to a new place of work by the first week of August 2024.

Timeline

Senior Executive Officer Administration & HR Management

09.2019 - Current

Senior Executive Officer Operations, Logistics & Resource Management

04.2015 - 08.2019

Director

12.2012 - 03.2015

Senior Executive Officer Operations, Logistics & Resource Management

11.2010 - 11.2012

Assistant Director Indian Army Headquarters

06.2008 - 10.2010

Assistant Director

06.2006 - 05.2008

Executive Officer

01.2001 - 12.2002

Receipt & Dispatch Officer

01.1999 - 12.2000

Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Logistics & Supply Chain Management -

Alliance University

MSc. Defense & Strategic Studies -

University of Madras

Master Diploma in Business Administration in Personal Management -

Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies

Diploma in Logistics & Resource Management -

Rohilkhand University

Bachelors of Science -

Jawaharlal Nehru University

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