Harsh Narwani

MARKET ACTIVITY MANAGER (NPD PROJECT MANAGEMENT)

• Lead innovation and renovation projects from ideation to implementation, ensuring alignment with business strategy and objectives.
• Develop and manage detailed project timelines, aligning stakeholders on decisions, challenges, and actions.
• Execute projects within critical success factors and budget constraints, consistently achieving desired outcomes.
• Ensure strict adherence to the QuEST process, driving project management excellence and efficiency.
• Deliver timely and relevant communications, maintaining transparency with stakeholders.
• Co-ordinate with Activity Managers for import projects, leading cross-functional meetings to define, drive, and achieve timelines and deliverables.
• Process Compliance
  Govern the QES (Project Management Process) for Factory Value Leadership and CVS projects, enhancing process effectiveness.
• Managed and updated the activity management scorecard for QuEST and QES projects to monitor project progress and performance.
• Maintain the PPM system, contributing to overall process compliance and adherence to project management standards.
• Guide the team through escalation processes, addressing risks and challenges to ensure successful delivery.
  

Key Achievements

• Successful Project Launches :- Launched 20+ projects, including NPD launches (Pedigree Lamb & Whiskas NPDs) and major portfolio transitions, showcasing strong execution and leadership.
• Value Leadership Project :- Spearheaded ideation and execution, successfully meeting cost-saving targets and optimizing outcomes.
• Lowest Write-Off Cost :- Achieved the lowest write-off cost in transition projects through effective cost management and resource optimization.
• Gantt Pro Tool Adoption :- Adoption of Gantt Pro for enhanced project timeline management and efficiency.
• QES Process Implementation :- Successfully implemented and governed the QES process for Factory Value Leadership and CVS projects, improving process compliance.

• Delivered a comprehensive moisture optimization project for pet food kibble, achieving increase in moisture percentage content within the established range, resulting in cost savings.
• Leveraged Six Sigma methodologies and statistical process control techniques to identify and eliminate process variations affecting moisture levels.
• Collaborated with engineers and production personnel to implement improvements in production processes, ensuring consistent product quality and maximized efficiency.
• Analyzed data from multiple sources, including production records, and quality control reports to identify root causes of moisture fluctuations.
• Developed and presented detailed reports on project progress, impact, and recommendations for future optimization.
  

Key Achievements:

• Successfully optimized moisture levels in pet food kibble, achieving cost savings.
  Improved product consistency and quality by reducing process variability.
  Developed and implemented sustainable solutions for long-term cost reduction and operational efficiency.

• As a Co-Founder of The Tasty Triangle, I oversee all aspects of home-based food production, specializing in a diverse range of bakery products and traditional Indian sweets. Our offerings include cakes, pastries, donuts, biscuits, cookies, brownies, fudges, and classic treats like rasmalai and rasgulla.
• Raw Material Management: Ensuring high-quality ingredients and efficient inventory control.
• Recipe Formulation: Developing and customizing recipes for unique taste and design.
• Product Marketing: Promoting our products on Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp with creative strategies, including seasonal campaigns like 'Ye Diwali Local Wali.'
• Finance Management: Handling all financial aspects to achieve business growth and breakeven.
• Brand Establishment: Successfully building and expanding the brand to reach a broad customer base.
• Local Support: Encouraging local vendors and showcasing their arts during festive seasons.
• Research & Innovation: Exploring organic and novel technologies to enhance product offerings and keep up with advancements.

• Research Study: Focused on understanding the nutritional needs of astronauts and how to meet them in space environments.
• Nutrient Analysis: Studied the stability of nutrients in space food and the impact of microgravity on their effectiveness.
• Food Preservation: Analyzed methods for preserving food quality over extended periods in space.
• Packaging Solutions: Investigated innovative packaging technologies to ensure food safety and longevity in space.
• Data Review: Examined and interpreted research data related to food science and space missions.
• Literature Analysis: Reviewed existing research and literature to inform and support the study of space food systems.
• Scientific Understanding: Gained in-depth knowledge of the challenges and solutions related to space food through extensive research.

• Hands-On Learning: Practical experience in dairy production, milking procedures, and equipment maintenance.
• Industry Insights: Deepened understanding of the dairy supply chain and sector innovations.
• Skill Development: Enhanced skills in data analysis, quality assurance, and process optimization.
• Team Collaboration: Worked with professionals, contributing to projects and problem-solving.
• Technical Knowledge: Applied theoretical knowledge with dairy-specific technologies and software.
• Problem Solving: Addressed operational issues, improving productivity and quality.
• Networking Opportunities: Built connections with industry experts, expanding my professional network.
• Career Growth: Reinforced passion for the dairy industry and laid a foundation for future career goals.