MITHAN VN.
Bangalore
Summary
Results-oriented operations leader specializing in data analytics, HSSE management, and logistics optimization. Proven success in contract negotiation and tender bidding, delivering sustainable growth across diverse markets. Dynamic operations executive with extensive experience in health, safety, security, and environmental compliance. Demonstrated ability in managing complex logistics operations for major contracts, driving performance optimization through strategic leadership and effective stakeholder engagement. Accomplished operations manager with a strong focus on HSSE management and logistics optimization. Skilled in contract negotiation and tender bidding, contributing to successful market entries and operational excellence. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head- Operations, HSSE & Compliance
Agrawal Group of Companies
01.2023 - Current
- Leading the Operations, Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental Compliance divisions
- Managed the Logistic operations of Shell, Nayara, RIL & Jio BP contracts
- Handled HSSE & sustainable development for Agrawal group of companies
- Managed fleet of 400 trucks deployed at 6 locations involving team of 30 members
- New market entry to GCC countries. Established branch offices in UAE and Oman. Successfully launched Jet A1 & Gasoil tankers in UAE. Responsible for GCC operations
- Tender biding & negotiations.
- Participation in LOD1 & LOD2 audits
Contracts Manager West
Shell India Markets Private Ltd
10.2019 - 04.2021
- Overseeing contract management and performance optimization for road transportation
- Managed road transport contracts, performance assessments, and Transporter audits
- Renewed road transport contracts and oversaw penalty management
- Conducted business performance reviews with transporters
- Accountable for region's transport fleet addition aligned with volume growth
- Identified performance optimization areas and improved cooperation with Order to Delivery, OE, C&P teams
- Managed the HSSE management information system
- Liaised with Order to Delivery Manager for transport capacity and budget optimization
Wet stock Manager Retail India
Shell India Markets Private Ltd
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Directing wet stock management and training across retail sites in India
- Managed wet stock management of retail sites across India
- Implemented a software for accurate stock measurement and delivery tracking at retail sites
- Trained retailers and their staff on wet stock management
- Conducted workshops for retail staff
- Simplified the decantation process for tanker discharges at retail sites
- Worked with Supply & Distribution team to prevent stockouts
- Engaged with multiple senior stakeholders
Order to Delivery Manager
Shell India Markets Private Ltd
10.2016 - 10.2018
- Steering order to delivery operations with a focus on efficiency and stakeholder engagement
- Managed order to delivery operations including scheduling, VMI analyst, and distribution services
- Led people management and developed standard operating procedures
- Collaborated with retail sales team to minimize wet stock losses
- Ensured accurate GSAP postings and zero tolerance for discrepancies
- Achieved 100% fleet capacity utilization
- Regularly engaged with senior stakeholders
Logistics Manager (Road Transport Compliance Coordinator)
Shell India Markets Private Ltd
08.2013 - 10.2016
- Regulating compliance and overseeing logistics operations for road transportation
- Ensured road transport contract compliance and monitored KPIs
- Implemented road transport contracts and managed cost models
- Managed RT spend to align with approved plans and addressed RT cost-related issues
- Executed cost improvement and delivery optimization initiatives
- Managed fleet and scope changes in collaboration with COB
- Conducted onsite controls for compliance with legal and Shell standards
- Conducted site risk assessments at customer sites and depots
- Managed road transport HSSE activities and programs
- Investigated incidents and communicated learnings
- Ensured effective recruitment and training procedures for transporters
- Represented Shell at driver meetings and trainings
- Monitored and reported operational road transport KPIs
- Conducted transporter audits and improvement programs
- Managed vehicle injection/re-fleeting program
- Managed transporter rationalization program
- Ensured fleet availability and proactive induction to meet demands
VMI Analyst & Scheduling/Sustain & Improve Lead for India/Pricing Analyst
Shell India Markets Private Ltd
04.2010 - 08.2013
- Facilitating inventory management and pricing analysis for fuel operations
- Managed vendor managed inventories for retail sites
- Acted as focal point for wet stock management at retail locations
- Implemented GSAP for fuels business and became a super user for SAP activities
- Analyzed transfer pricing and managed post-GSAP operations
- Oversaw sustain and improve activities for operations
RT admin, Scheduling & MI analyst
Shell India Markets Private Ltd
01.2006 - 04.2010
- Administering road transportation and scheduling for fuel distribution
- Managed road transportation for fuels business
- Developed the scheduling module for stock replenishment at retail sites
- Managed HSSE as RT admin and implemented IVMS in all tanker trucks
Senior Executive
Lee & Muirehead Pvt Ltd (DHL)
08.2004 - 01.2006
- Leading warehousing and distribution functions for multiple high-profile clients
- Managed Warehousing & Distribution activities for key business accounts
- Handled all India distribution for RIL and Ingram Micro Pvt Ltd. customers of APC
- Oversaw South India Supply Chain for Technova Imaging Systems Pvt Ltd
- Managed warehousing, inventory, and customer billing
- Forecasted and planned inventory based on customer requirements
- Coordinated with sales team for order fulfillment
- Maintained FIFO for material movement and prepared necessary documentation
- Managed the supply of Bullion for entire Karnataka and secondary dispatches
- Handled customs clearance and customer coordination
Education
MBA - Marketing
Mangalore University
Mangalore, KarnatakaSkills
- Data Analytics
- HSSE management
- Contract negotiation
- Logistics optimization
- Tender bidding
- Stakeholder engagement
- Problem solving
- Performance assessment
- Visualization
- Performance management
- Inventory optimization
- Training and development
- Strategic planning
- Stakeholder management
- Cost reduction
- Business development
- Continuous improvement
Accomplishments
- Led the implementation of Project Jyoti, a driver welfare initiative that earned the EVP award at Shell in 2010
- Received the prestigious Shell India Country Chair award in 2017 for project lean, resulting in significant TAT reduction for the fleet.
- Under my Leadership Awarded Best Transporter award from our Client JIO BP Transportation Business
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Kannada
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 02/09/82
Certification
- SAP Super User for Distribution Module
Timeline
Head- Operations, HSSE & Compliance
Agrawal Group of Companies
01.2023 - Current
Contracts Manager West
Shell India Markets Private Ltd
10.2019 - 04.2021
Wet stock Manager Retail India
Shell India Markets Private Ltd
10.2018 - 10.2019
Order to Delivery Manager
Shell India Markets Private Ltd
10.2016 - 10.2018
Logistics Manager (Road Transport Compliance Coordinator)
Shell India Markets Private Ltd
08.2013 - 10.2016
VMI Analyst & Scheduling/Sustain & Improve Lead for India/Pricing Analyst
Shell India Markets Private Ltd
04.2010 - 08.2013
RT admin, Scheduling & MI analyst
Shell India Markets Private Ltd
01.2006 - 04.2010
Senior Executive
Lee & Muirehead Pvt Ltd (DHL)
08.2004 - 01.2006
MBA - Marketing
Mangalore University
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