MANBIR SINGH
Senior Manager – Manufacturing, Contract Manufacturing Operations & P2P Operations
Pathankot
Summary
Results-driven professional with 19+ years of experience in Production Management, Project Management, Operations & Maintenance, and New Product Development, specializing in FMCG industries like Biscuits, Noodles, Chocolates, Nuts, and Spices. Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Professional with a strong background in process optimization and continuous improvement. Proven expertise in managing mother unit operations, contract manufacturing units (CMUs), and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Operations, ensuring seamless production, cost efficiency, and quality compliance. Extensive experience in setting up and managing third-party manufacturing, including vendor selection, cost negotiations, and compliance assurance. Well-versed in HACCP, ISO 22000, GMP, ISO-45001:2018, and various industry standards for food safety and quality compliance. Adept in cross-functional coordination, ensuring timely execution of projects, and enhancing production efficiencies through Kaizen, 5S, Poka-Yoke, and Six Sigma methodologies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2005
2005
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Manager - CMU, Manufacturing & P2P Operations
DS Group
09.2015 - Current
- Managing one mother unit, one contract manufacturing unit (CMU), and overseeing Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Operations, ensuring efficient production, quality control, and cost-effective operations
- Overseeing production operations at both in-house and third-party units, optimizing resources (manpower, material, machines) to control production costs
- Managing mother unit operations, ensuring smooth workflow, capacity utilization, and process improvements
- Supervising CMU operations, monitoring vendor performance, and ensuring adherence to quality and compliance standards
- Leading P2P Operations, ensuring seamless procurement, supplier coordination, and cost control while maintaining inventory efficiency
- Leading new product development, from trials and process validation to pilot runs and commercial production
- Conducting regular audits and ensuring compliance with all food safety and regulatory norms
- Implementing continuous improvement strategies to enhance productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness
- Promoted from Production Manager to Senior Manager on 25th July 2021
- Successfully developed and commissioned two CMUs for new product lines
- Led the establishment of an Ayurvedic products manufacturing unit at a grey field site
- Ensured zero-accident project execution through rigorous safety protocols
- Played a key role in developing cutting & rounding machines with third-party fabricators
Production Executive - Maggi Noodles & Munch Chocolates
Nestlé India Ltd.
08.2011 - 08.2015
- Managed end-to-end production planning and execution, ensuring product quality and compliance
- Led process standardization, reducing material wastage and enhancing operational efficiency
- Spearheaded LOTO implementation and SOP visualizations to improve workplace safety
- Successfully completed a Greenfield project with Nestlé
- Strengthened line reliability on the Munch production line
- Received multiple awards for production excellence and compliance
Production Officer - Biscuits Division
Parle Biscuits Pvt. Ltd.
01.2008 - 07.2011
- Supervised shop floor operations, ensuring smooth production flow
- Played a major role in the Greenfield project setup for a new manufacturing plant
- Implemented cost-saving measures, leading to an annual saving of ₹5,22,000 through conveyor system optimization
Education
B.Tech. - Food Science & Technology
Guru Nanak Dev University
Biscuit Production Course - undefined
AIB International & ASSOCOM
Skills
- Mother Unit & CMU Management
- Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Operations
- Production & Manufacturing Operations
- Contract Manufacturing (CMU) Operations
- New Product Development & Costing
- Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement
- Project Management & Factory Setup
- Quality & Compliance (HACCP, ISO, GMP)
- Team Leadership & Cross-functional Coordination
Personal Information
- Location Preference: North India
- Date of Birth: 01/19/83
Timeline
Senior Manager - CMU, Manufacturing & P2P Operations
DS Group
09.2015 - Current
Production Executive - Maggi Noodles & Munch Chocolates
Nestlé India Ltd.
08.2011 - 08.2015
Production Officer - Biscuits Division
Parle Biscuits Pvt. Ltd.
01.2008 - 07.2011
Biscuit Production Course - undefined
AIB International & ASSOCOM
B.Tech. - Food Science & Technology
Guru Nanak Dev University
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