MOHAMMAD SHAHNAWAZ RAZVI

• Identified and pursued new business opportunities in edible oil refining, oleochemicals, biodiesel, and soap manufacturing.
• Developed strategic Marketing plans to expand the customer base across the Middle East, Africa, and international global markets.
• Managed techno-commercial discussions, proposal development, contract negotiations, and deal closures.
• Established strong client relationships while collaborating with consultants and key decision-makers.
• Represented company at international trade fairs and industry events to enhance brand visibility and secure leads.
• Coordinated with engineering, procurement, and execution teams to ensure timely project delivery.
• Provided technical support during project execution to meet client requirements effectively.
• Conducted market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and recommend strategies for regional expansion.

Operations & Plant Management:

• Directed end-to-end production operations across multiple units including:
  Edible Oil Refinery (600 TPD)
  Fats & Margarine Plants (400 TPD each)
  Edible Oil Packaging Units (400 TPD)
  Toilet & Laundry Soap Plant (120 TPD)
• Delivered results aligned with volume, quality, cost, and safety KPIs through systematic process control.

Project Execution & Commissioning:

• Successfully led the commissioning of advanced plants:
  Biodiesel Unit
  Avocado Oil Extraction and Processing Line
  Glycerine Refining & Distillation
  Fatty Acid Distillation Unit

Raw Material & Packaging Material Planning:

• Headed BOM-based procurement planning for raw and packaging materials.
• Coordinated with the purchase and supply chain team to ensure timely availability and optimized stock levels.

Cost Optimization & Efficiency Improvements:

• Implemented strategies to improve material yield, reduce utility consumption, and align BOM adherence.
• Executed Lean, Kaizen, and automation initiatives to reduce downtime and increase process throughput.

Manpower & Performance Management:

• Led a large technical workforce, structured shift rotations, and ensured optimum manpower deployment.
• Mentored junior engineers and operators to enhance productivity and operational discipline.

Inventory & Supply Chain Coordination:

• Synced production planning with raw material procurement and logistics to maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Ensured accurate reporting and inventory mapping in alignment with finance and compliance departments.

SAP & Compliance Expertise:

• Proficient in SAP for production entry, quality transfer, transfer posting, production order management, and raw & packaging material purchase requisition and order processing.
• Ensured end-to-end compliance with FSSAI, FSSC, GMP, ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HACCP, legal metrology, PCB, and labor laws.
• Interfaced with regulatory stakeholders including pest control agencies, legal metrology, and PCB officials.

Production & Resource Planning:

• Managed daily, monthly, and quarterly production planning for: Oil Mill Extraction (100 TPD) - (Groundnuts, Coconuts, Cottonseed), Edible Oil Refining (150 TPD) - (Soybean, Sunflower, Rice bran, Corn, Palm oil, Cottonseed oil, Safflower oil), Packaging Units (high-speed pouch and jar lines).
• Conducted manpower and capacity planning based on machine availability and production targets.

Process & Operations Management:

• Supervised all refining processes: degumming, neutralization, bleaching, dewaxing, deodorization.
• Tracked process KPIs, OEE, yield, and losses to improve operational efficiency and reduce cost.

Inventory, Procurement & Vendor Coordination:

• Led the team in preparing raw material and packaging material purchase plans as per BOM requirements.
• Handled SAP-based procurement process, PRs, and POs for RM/PM.
• Ensured optimal inventory levels, SKU compliance, and timely vendor coordination for uninterrupted production.
• Managed dispatch logistics and inventory accuracy.

Erection & Commissioning Projects:

• Supervised erection and commissioning of:
  Alfa Laval Refinery (150 TPD)
  Oil Expellers, Boilers, Compressors, Pipelines, and Storage Systems
  Peanut Processing Line and Packaging Units.

Refinery Operations & Product Quality:

• Oversaw refining of 150 TPD (corn, soybean, rice bran, safflower, coconut oils).
• Managed degumming, neutralization, bleaching, dewaxing, and deodorization processes.
• Controlled key parameters: FFA, color (LOV), SOP ppm, Wax ppm.

Operational Excellence:

• Reduced changeover and startup times, improved refinery-to-packing section flow.
• Executed FMEA projects and improved OEE across refining lines.

Data & KPI Management:

• Monitored production yield, losses, material balance, and efficiency.
• Compiled monthly production reports and service-level compliance data.

SAP & Inventory Management:

• Handled SAP transactions for production and RM/PM procurement through POs/PRs.
• Managed monthly closings, spare parts tracking, and engineering store controls.

Team Leadership & Utilities Optimization:

• Supervised refinery operators and conducted technical training.
• Minimized Rs/T cost through power, steam, and water usage control.

Production Coordination & Reporting:

• Worked with corporate and R&D teams on routine production cycles, product trials, and recipe changes.
• Maintained accurate reports: daily production, supply, quality, and variance analysis.

Material & Inventory Management:

• Prepared BOM-aligned purchase plans and processed SAP PRs/POs for RM/PM procurement.
• Coordinated with vendors to ensure material availability and monitored usage vs BOM.
• Maintained stock registers, performed GRNs, and ensured inventory accuracy.

Quality Assurance & Process Monitoring:

• Conducted in-process and finished product checks (weight, size, color, appearance).
• Ensured compliance with ISO, HACCP, GMP, and GHP protocols.

Efficiency & Waste Control:

• Identified waste points in production and packaging, implemented control measures.
• Reduced startup delays caused by cleaning, maintenance, and material shortage.

Process Improvement & Compliance:

• Implemented CAPA and RCA for quality deviations.
• Used TQM tools (control charts, Pareto, histograms) for continuous improvement.