Lt Col Deepti Yadav
INDIAN ARMY
Mohali
Summary
Strategic and results-driven Project & Operations Manager with 13+ years of leadership experience in the Indian Army, managing high-impact projects, cross-functional teams, and operational transformation initiatives. Proven expertise in project delivery, change management, procurement, and systems integration in complex, high-stakes environments, including multinational UN mission and defense technology programs. Recognized for driving process improvements, optimizing resource allocation, and achieving cost efficiencies through innovation and strategic planning.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Project Manager (Major / Lieutenant Colonel)
Indian Army
08.2020 - Current
- Directed end-to-end workshop operations, managing a ₹8M+ annual budget and leading multidisciplinary technical teams to maintain high safety and performance standards.
- Achieved 15% reduction in procurement lead time by streamlining SOPs and RFPs, aligning with Defence Procurement Procedures and Government Financial Regulations.
- Executed IT and infrastructure enhancement projects worth ₹10M, delivering 7% cost savings via vendor negotiations and strategic contracting.
- Led development of preventive maintenance software for a 500+ vehicle fleet, reducing repair downtime by 20% and improving equipment lifecycle efficiency.
- Pioneered digitization via e-Office, automating workflows and reducing document processing time by 25%.
- Maintained operational readiness of critical medical equipment during COVID-19, ensuring zero downtime despite limited resources.
- Conducted internal/external audits for regulatory compliance and process optimization.
- Mentored junior project managers in stakeholder management, budgeting, and leadership.
International Operations Manager (UN Peacekeeping - Congo)
United Nations / Indian Army
05.2019 - 07.2020
- Led joint operations and logistics for multinational teams in a conflict zone, ensuring seamless coordination and mission success.
- Managed HR violation investigations in coordination with UN entities; conducted behavior and compliance training.
- Oversaw mission-critical logistics and planning efforts, enhancing efficiency in a high-pressure, multicultural environment.
Project Manager (Major)
Indian Army
01.2016 - 04.2019
- Oversaw technical validation of indigenous defense equipment worth ₹80 Cr+, enhancing combat engineering capabilities.
- Achieved ₹7M+ in logistics cost savings through cross-functional process optimization.
- Led design-to-deployment of engineering solutions that improved mobility by 25%.
- Transitioned procurement processes to Government e-Marketplace (GeM), reducing lead time by 20%.
- Managed satellite-based operations at the Defence Satellite Control Centre, ensuring mission-critical security and confidentiality.
- Deployed ERP systems that reduced downtime by 15% and improved department throughput.
- Designed and implemented decentralized training for 70+ personnel, increasing readiness by 30%.
Operations Manager (Lieutenant / Captain)
Indian Army
04.2011 - 12.2015
- Administered performance, training, and welfare of 300+ personnel, ensuring high morale and operational alignment.
- Maintained high-value military vehicle fleet with 100% uptime through rigorous maintenance planning.
- Optimized spare parts supply chain using demand forecasting, improving readiness and reducing waste.
- Advised senior leadership on lifecycle and technical operations, enhancing equipment reliability.
- Applied inventory classification techniques to reduce surplus and improve procurement efficiency.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Defence Management & Strategic Studies
University of Madras
Chennai2012
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communications Engineering
Galgotias College of Engineering And Technology
Greater Noida06.2010
Skills
- Project & Program Management
- Training & Team Development
- Process Improvement (Lean, Six Sigma)
- Technology Integration & ERP
- Procurement & Supply Chain Optimization
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Change & Risk Management
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Operational Excellence
- Project & Program Management
Certification
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) – Star Alliance
Awards
GOC-in-C Commendation Card – Awarded twice for exceptional service (2018), United Nations Medal – MONUSCO Peacekeeping Mission (2019–20), Force Commander Appreciation – UN Peacekeeping Operations
Timeline
Project Manager (Major / Lieutenant Colonel)
Indian Army
08.2020 - Current
International Operations Manager (UN Peacekeeping - Congo)
United Nations / Indian Army
05.2019 - 07.2020
Project Manager (Major)
Indian Army
01.2016 - 04.2019
Operations Manager (Lieutenant / Captain)
Indian Army
04.2011 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communications Engineering
Galgotias College of Engineering And Technology
Post Graduate Diploma - Defence Management & Strategic Studies
University of Madras
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