Hi, I’m
Dhanraj Desai
Nashik
Summary
Results-driven specialist in supply chain traceability and sustainability compliance. Implemented frameworks and conducted audits to enhance transparency across multiple tiers. Collaborated cross-functionally to manage risks and support product launches while ensuring regulatory adherence.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Decathlon India Sports Pvt. Ltd.Nashik
Production Leader - Quality & Industrialization
03.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Developed end-to-end traceability framework for yarn-to-fabric stages, enhancing material accountability.
- Executed chain-of-custody verification linking invoices, production data, and shipment records to ensure compliance.
- Ensured fiber origin validation and material traceability for RPET products.
- Performed supplier assessments and onboarding validation aligned with sustainability standards.
- Partnered with suppliers to verify accuracy of traceability documentation, enhancing transparency and reliability.
- Supported traceability audits through comprehensive document review and compliance checks.
- Strengthened documentation systems to ensure compliance with traceability standards.
- Led supplier monitoring and risk identification, improving transparency across tiers 1–3.
Arvind LimitedAhmedabad
Manager, Research & Development
08.2015 - 03.2019
Job overview
- Collaborated across R&D, NPD, engineering, and production teams to support product launches.
- Aligned supplier capabilities with product and quality requirements, improving supply chain effectiveness for new product initiatives.
- Managed statutory documentation, ensuring regulatory compliance to facilitate uninterrupted product development.
- Ensured compliance with sustainability standards and chemical/dye regulations, supporting environmentally responsible product development.
- Developed and managed vendors for chemicals, packaging materials, and lab instruments to optimize procurement processes.
- Facilitated responsible sourcing initiatives to ensure ethical supply chain practices. and traceability initiatives.
- Conducted pilot trials and facilitated experimental product development.
- Analyzed product specifications using market feedback.
Education
Institute of Chemical TechnologyMumbai
Master of Technology from Studies of Carbon Fibre Composites.
06-2015
University Overview
Paper Published
D.K.T.E's Textile & Engineering InstituteIchalkaranji
Bachelor of Textiles from Comparative Study of Organic cotton and Conventional cotton fabric processing.
06-2012
Skills
- Supply Chain Traceability & Chain-of-Custody Verification
- Supplier Due Diligence & Risk Assessment
- Sustainability & Regulatory Compliance
- Data Analytics & Documentation Analysis
- Supply Chain Mapping
- Traceability Audits & Compliance Management
- Cross-functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
Certification
Sustainability Compliance
Environment & Social Compliance
Supply Chain Management
Quality Compliance Management
Sourcing & Building Right Supplier Panel
Operational Excellence
Environment & Social Compliance
Supply Chain Management
Quality Compliance Management
Sourcing & Building Right Supplier Panel
Operational Excellence
Languages
- English – Fluent
- Hindi – Fluent
- Marathi – Native
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that all the information provided above is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief. Mr. Dhanraj Desai
Timeline
Production Leader - Quality & Industrialization
Decathlon India Sports Pvt. Ltd.
03.2019 - Current
Manager, Research & Development
Arvind Limited
08.2015 - 03.2019
Institute of Chemical Technology
Master of Technology from Studies of Carbon Fibre Composites.
D.K.T.E's Textile & Engineering Institute
Bachelor of Textiles from Comparative Study of Organic cotton and Conventional cotton fabric processing.