Himadri Chatterjee
Bangalore,India
Summary
Accomplished professional specializing in strategic planning, operational excellence, and process efficiency. Proven track record in project management, cost-saving initiatives, and lean management practices, including Kaizen. Expertise in Design for Six Sigma, total quality management, and KPI enhancement, with a strong focus on digitalization and team mentoring. Experienced in implementing Shingo principles and ISO certifications, with advanced skills in statistical analysis and software tools.
Experienced professional with focus on operational management and team leadership. Drive business growth and enhance operational efficiency through strategic planning and robust problem-solving skills. Deliver exceptional results by fostering collaborative work environments and streamlining processes.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Deputy General Manager – Operational Excellence
Apotex India Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore, India
07.2022 - 04.2025
- Realised annual cost savings surpassing £1.5 million via operational excellence frameworks.
- Directed cross-functional projects, increasing productivity while shortening timelines by 15%.
- Developed transformation roadmap in alignment with strategic operating objectives.
- Established a lean manufacturing organisation, promoting stakeholder education on lean principles.
- Digitised Overall Equipment Effectiveness monitoring for enhanced equipment performance visibility.
- Mentored team members on excellence initiatives, improving skills and tracking accuracy.
- Conducted team meetings to boost staff engagement and relay monthly targets and quality standards.
- Implemented risk management strategies, significantly reducing exposure to potential threats.
Senior Manager, Business Excellence
Abbott India Pvt. Ltd.
Bharuch, India
11.2016 - 06.2022
- Achieved $5 million in savings over three years by revamping Kaizen programme.
- Increased employee engagement to 65% through targeted initiatives.
- Mentored over 200 Yellow and Green Belt candidates, fostering a high-impact lean culture.
- Designed comprehensive improvement roadmap for SHINGO assessment readiness.
- Implemented Lean tools including 5S, Kaizen, and DMAIC, promoting continuous improvement.
- Digitised OEE monitoring with QlikView for real-time insights on packaging lines.
- Collaborated internationally to implement Shingo principles and enhance global excellence.
- Drove change management initiatives, resulting in improved organisational agility.
Manager – Operational Excellence and Technology Transfer (Health Care Division)
3M India Ltd.
Bengaluru, India
03.2013 - 10.2016
- Commercialised eight healthcare products, achieving business impact over ₹300 Crores using DFSS methodology.
- Generated annual savings exceeding $4 million through cost-reduction initiatives and lean flow strategies.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by preparing tech-transfer documentation and conducting GMP training.
- Conducted DOE-based experiments to enhance production scalability.
- Drove 15% productivity increase across value streams, earning Global Manufacturing Excellence Award.
- Aligned operations with corporate objectives by deploying Hoshin Kanri strategies effectively.
- Cultivated strong client relationships to secure repeat business and identified new opportunities through market research.
Manager – Manufacturing Operational Excellence (Black Belt)
3M India
, India
06.2010 - 02.2013
- Secured new business opportunities through successful networking events.
- Cultivated strong client relationships to ensure repeat business.
- Optimised resource allocation, resulting in increased profits.
- Piloted change management initiatives, enhancing organisational adaptability.
- Monitored health and safety measures to guarantee compliance.
- Established clear budgets and cost control strategies to meet financial objectives.
- Streamlined processes for improved office operations.
- Fostered a positive work environment with regular team-building activities.
Manager – Head of Manufacturing and EHS Operations
3M India
Ahmedabad, India
05.2004 - 05.2010
- Supervised project timelines, ensuring timely completion of all initiatives.
- Boosted department efficiency by streamlining operational processes.
- Coordinated cross-departmental collaboration to enhance workflow.
- Enforced safety regulations, significantly reducing workplace accidents.
- Managed team dynamics through effective conflict resolution strategies.
- Delivered high-quality products, enhancing customer satisfaction levels.
- Secured new business opportunities through successful networking events.
- Liaised with suppliers to guarantee timely deliveries.
Executive – Manufacturing Operations
AKZO Nobel Coatings
Bengaluru, Karnataka
05.2002 - 04.2004
- Drove innovation within the organisation with creative problem-solving strategies.
- Established key relationships with stakeholders, contributing towards long-term success of the company .
- Oversaw financial management practices, maintaining fiscal responsibility and boosting profitability .
- Streamlined company policies for improved staff productivity.
- Identified growth opportunities, leading to business expansion.
- Spearheaded major projects, yield significant improvements in efficiency and productivity .
- Fostered a collaborative work environment to enhance team performance.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, reducing overheads significantly.
- Optimised operational efficiency by implementing strategic business processes.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments, ensuring company stability and growth.
- Streamlined operations by integrating latest technology solutions in daily tasks .
Officer – Manufacturing Operations
Asian Paints (India) Ltd.
Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
09.1994 - 05.2002
- Managed conflict resolution for maintaining peace in the facility.
- Upheld laws and regulations within my jurisdiction, ensuring compliance from all parties involved.
- Improved team efficiency with regular training sessions.
- Liaised closely with external agencies such as social services and housing departments, providing comprehensive support for individuals in need.
- Executed assigned duties responsibly thus meeting departmental expectations consistently.
- Assisted during special events and large-scale operations ensuring smooth running of activities.
Education
M.Sc. - Chemistry
Nagpur University
India 07.1991 - 06.1993
MBA / PGDBM - Operations Management
Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM)
IndiaSkills
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Operational and Business Excellence
- Process Efficiency Improvement
- Project Management and Delivery
- Cost-Saving Initiatives
- Lean Management and Kaizen Implementation
- Design for Six Sigma (DFSS)
- Total Quality management
- Product Technology Transfer
- KPI Design and Enhancement
- OEE Monitoring Process Digitalization
- Team Mentoring and Coaching (GB/YB/BB)
- Shingo's Guiding Principle Implementation
- ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 Certification and Auditing
- Manufacturing and EHS Operations
- Change Management
- DMALC, DOE, and Statistical Data Analysis
- Hoshin Kanri Deployment
- Stakeholder Engagement
- MS excel, MS word and MS power point, MS Visio, Minitab Software
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance
- Project management tools mastery
- Leadership excellence
- Process improvement insight
- Business process re-engineering techniques
- Data analysis proficiency
Certification
- Six Sigma Black Belt (ASQ) / 3M US Master Black Belt, Indian Statistical Institute
- Lead Auditor ISO 13485:2016 BSI (CQI & IRCA)
- ISO 9001 / 14001 Internal Auditor
LANGUAGES
English, Hindi, Bengali
NOTABLE HIGHLIGHTS
Achieved site-wide savings of $2 M USD (Yearly) by leading multiple high-impact Lean Six Sigma projects, earning the “Manufacturing and Technical Excellence” Award from 3M Saint Paul in 2011., Delivered over 10,000 man-hours of Lean Six Sigma training to 200 employees by managing a structured plant-level training program, strengthening in-house capability and continuous improvement culture., Realized $600K in annual productivity savings in Graphics Printing by executing Lean flow strategies, including layout optimization, raw material cost reduction, and process modification; project won first prize at the CII National Forum (2011) and was replicated across all value streams., Driving high impact projects from Idea phase to Post launch phase which includes Feasibility, Financial aspects, development and scale up along with change management and post market surveillance., Closed 50+ Green Belt and 4 Black Belt Six Sigma projects in areas such as productivity, quality, lean implementation, and cost reduction by mentoring candidates and ensuring proper application of DMALC tools., Secured ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications for the 3M Ahmedabad plant within 3 months by leading QMS/IMS and compliance processes as the Deputy MR for the site., Reduced customer complaints by 10% through data-driven quality system monitoring, daily accountability boards, and team engagement initiatives was recognized with a Gold Award by 3M US Corporation in 2012., Execution of Data visualization and analytics software's like Qlik and online OEE monitoring system resulting in efficiency improvement., Executed rapid scale-up and standardization of Corrosion Protection Paint Manufacturing in 105 days by driving the installation, technology transfer, and process optimization in collaboration with 3M Shanghai/global teams., Leadership in driving Quality across organization., Delivered $0.5 million in cash flow improvement by optimizing inventory levels and reducing dependency on long-lead-time suppliers., Enabled the 3M Ahmedabad site to achieve 22 consecutive days without a lost-time injury, earning the 3M CEO Safety Award (2008) by laying the foundation for EHS implementation as per global guidelines., Contributed to Abbott India's historic achievement of the Shingo Prize (2022) by deploying Shingo principles across the Jhagadia plant as the Site Business Excellence Head – the first such recognition in India., Facilitated 100% production increase at Apotex India within the first year (2024) by leading a multi-pronged ramp-up strategy integrating production management, quality, workforce, and technology upgrades.
Affiliations
- Reading Books , Gardening
Accomplishments
Global Manufacturing Excellence Award
CII Lean Six Sigma Gold Award
SHINGO Prize for Abbott India Ltd
Timeline
Deputy General Manager – Operational Excellence
Apotex India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2022 - 04.2025
Senior Manager, Business Excellence
Abbott India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2016 - 06.2022
Manager – Operational Excellence and Technology Transfer (Health Care Division)
3M India Ltd.
03.2013 - 10.2016
Manager – Manufacturing Operational Excellence (Black Belt)
3M India
06.2010 - 02.2013
Manager – Head of Manufacturing and EHS Operations
3M India
05.2004 - 05.2010
Executive – Manufacturing Operations
AKZO Nobel Coatings
05.2002 - 04.2004
Officer – Manufacturing Operations
Asian Paints (India) Ltd.
09.1994 - 05.2002
M.Sc. - Chemistry
Nagpur University
07.1991 - 06.1993
MBA / PGDBM - Operations Management
Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM)