Dhananjay Kumar
Chief Executive Office
Greater Noida
Summary
Determined Business Owner with commitment to excellence and more 16 years of experience. Effective collaborator promoting sustainable forest management, Nature based solutions & GHG emission reduction program.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
GICIA India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2023 - Current
- Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
- Expanded market share through successful acquisitions and mergers.
- Developed a high-performance executive team for improved productivity and efficiency.
- Drove profitability with thorough financial analysis and strategic decision making.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives to reduce operational expenses without sacrificing quality.
- Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new markets and devising targeted expansion strategies.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by developing robust policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Improved organizational structure by reallocating resources and redefining roles for greater efficiency.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Streamlined business processes, resulting in increased operational efficiency across all departments.
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
DGM
GICIA India Pvt. Ltd.
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Lead the team for Forestry Certifications FSC, PEFC & VRIKSH and perform audit as capacity of Lead Auditor
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Auditor
Freelance
05.2019 - 04.2021
- Ensured compliance with Forestry Certification (FSC) requirements by performing regular audits and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Worked for various CBs like RINA, TUV Nord & GICIA.
- Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, building trust and ensuring a high level of satisfaction during the audit process.
- Managed multiple concurrent audit engagements, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
Auditor
CU Inspections & Certifications India Pvt. Ltd.
12.2015 - 04.2019
- Developed the FSC certification, a new branch for CU in India.
- Through techno-commercial skills, added more than 70 new clients for FSC CoC and CORE audit.
- Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
- Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
- Coordinated, managed and implemented auditing projects and prepared for evaluation.
- Communicated with auditee staff to obtain necessary information for audits.
Auditor, FSC
Woodcert India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2013 - 11.2015
- Perform audit for FSC COC at various industries located in India, Middle East and South-East Asia.
- Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
- Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
Auditor, GHG
Carbon Check Pty. Ltd.
12.2011 - 05.2013
- Managed multiple concurrent audit engagements, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
- Executed validation and verification of various project activities under CDM/VCS/GS frameworks.
- Desk review of documents submitted by the client, preparing local checklists, site visit and stakeholder mapping & consultations.
- Preparation of Draft and final validation and verification reports related to CDM projects as per UNFCCC criteria.
Asst. Manager
Enviroway Bioscience Pvt. Ltd.
03.2010 - 11.2011
- Worked in area of bio-remediation with the help of water soluble bacteria.
- Mainly work for waste water treatment and its zero discharge (management) i.e. recycle & re-use.
- Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
- Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
Asst. Engineer
Enhanced WAPP Systems (I) Pvt. Ltd.
07.2008 - 02.2010
- Worked for waste water management system
- Lead the operational activity of ETP & STP
- Erection of Effluent Treatment Plant 250 KLD
Education
Master of Science - Ecology & Environmental Sciences
Pondicherry University
Puducherry 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Environment & Water Management
A.N. College
Patna 04.2001 -
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Organizational Management
- Business Planning
- Policy Development
- Project Management
- Business Development
- Departmental Coordination
Additional Information
Training Details
- Participated in 2 days training for ISO 14065:2018 dated Feb 5-6, 2024.
- 5 days Lead Auditor Training course (ISO 14001: 2015) dated Jan 20, 2017.
- FSC Auditor transition training completed, Dec 22 2016
- PEFC COC Initial training 2020 & 2022.
- Lead Auditor training completed for CORE (Code of Responsible Extraction).
- Lead Auditor training course completed for SAN (Sustainable Agriculture Network)
- UN Calibration Workshop for GHG Auditors 14-15th of May 2012 in Delhi, India
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer
GICIA India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2023 - Current
DGM
GICIA India Pvt. Ltd.
05.2021 - 05.2023
Auditor
Freelance
05.2019 - 04.2021
Auditor
CU Inspections & Certifications India Pvt. Ltd.
12.2015 - 04.2019
Auditor, FSC
Woodcert India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2013 - 11.2015
Auditor, GHG
Carbon Check Pty. Ltd.
12.2011 - 05.2013
Asst. Manager
Enviroway Bioscience Pvt. Ltd.
03.2010 - 11.2011
Asst. Engineer
Enhanced WAPP Systems (I) Pvt. Ltd.
07.2008 - 02.2010
Master of Science - Ecology & Environmental Sciences
Pondicherry University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Environment & Water Management
A.N. College
04.2001 -