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References
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Neeraj Udiniya

Neeraj Udiniya

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Summary

Accomplished leader with 20 years of expertise in Procurement ,production,manufacturing excellence and operations management. Demonstrated success in enhancing production efficiency, optimizing workflows, and delivering high-quality footwear for global brands like Adidas, Reebok, and Sketcher’s, PUMA, Hugo BOSS. Skilled in Procurement, Operations, lean manufacturing, cost optimization, and quality assurance, with a proven ability to lead teams and align manufacturing processes with business objectives.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Head – Procurement and Supply Chain Operations

Alpine Shoes Pvt Ltd
Delhi
06.2022 - 10.2024
  • Delivered a 25% improvement in production efficiency through advanced process optimization and workflow automation
  • Managed Overall Procurement, Supply Chain, Production Operations and Commercials.
  • Responsible for Costing and EBITA
  • Enhanced compliance with brand quality standards, achieving a 98% audit success rate
  • Implemented cost-saving strategies, reducing operational expenses by 15% through resource optimization and supplier negotiations
  • Directed a production team of 200+, fostering skill development and consistent performance
  • Key Brands: Adidas, Reebok, Skechers, USPA, HUGO BOSS
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Head- Production and Procurement Operations

Welcome Shoes Pvt Ltd
Delhi NCR
01.2020 - 06.2022
  • Boosted production by 22% and saved $1.5M annually by streamlining procurement and manufacturing processes
  • Reduced lead times by 30% through process redesign and workflow integration
  • Enhanced employee engagement, achieving a 95% satisfaction score
  • Key Brands:

Sr. Manager- Supply Chain and Manufacturing Operations

Campus Active wear Pvt Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Integrated supply chain and manufacturing operations, reducing cycle times by 20%
  • Introduced operational efficiencies that improved material utilization and reduced waste

Sr. Manufacturing Operations Manager

Liberty Shoes Ltd
01.2014 - 06.2015
  • Ensured timely delivery of products with a 98% on-time rate, maintaining rigorous quality standards
  • Enhanced operational workflows, resulting in improved production capacity and reduced defects

Process and Operations Manager

Drish Shoes Ltd
01.2009 - 12.2013
  • Led process enhancements that boosted production efficiency by 18%
  • Managed end-to-end operations, aligning production with global quality benchmarks

Assistant Manufacturing Manager

Bansal Shoes Pvt Ltd
08.2004 - 12.2008
  • Supported manufacturing operations, contributing to a 10% productivity improvement through operational support initiatives

Education

Diploma in Project and Operations Management -

ELC
01.2024

Bachelor of Arts -

Kalinga University
Raipur
01.2022

Diploma in Footwear Design: Design and Development -

Central Footwear Training Institute
Chennai
01.2004

Skills

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Procurement Expertise
  • Value Stream Mapping
  • Kaizen and Data Analysis
  • 5S
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Team Development
  • Capacity Planning
  • Process Automation
  • Defect Reduction
  • Compliance Audits
  • Product Standardization
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Vendor Management
  • Budget Control
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis
  • CAD/CAM
  • SAP
  • Oracle
  • Microsoft Project
  • Problem Solving
  • Leadership and Communication
  • Financial Acumen
  • Global outlook
  • Global Sourcing
  • Risk management
  • Inventory management
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Sustainability and Ethical procurement

Accomplishments

  • Achieved cumulative cost savings of $6M+ through operational and supply chain improvements.
  • Reduced production defects by 30%, enhancing overall product quality.
  • Consistently exceeded production targets while maintaining high standards of efficiency and quality.
  • Accolade for best performance Manufacturing and Operations (2022) by Alpine shoes Pvt Ltd for exceptional contribution to operational success of Skecher’s and Adidas.

References

Available upon request.

Languages

English
Advanced
C1
Hindi
Advanced
C1

Timeline

Head – Procurement and Supply Chain Operations

Alpine Shoes Pvt Ltd
06.2022 - 10.2024

Head- Production and Procurement Operations

Welcome Shoes Pvt Ltd
01.2020 - 06.2022

Sr. Manager- Supply Chain and Manufacturing Operations

Campus Active wear Pvt Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2020

Sr. Manufacturing Operations Manager

Liberty Shoes Ltd
01.2014 - 06.2015

Process and Operations Manager

Drish Shoes Ltd
01.2009 - 12.2013

Assistant Manufacturing Manager

Bansal Shoes Pvt Ltd
08.2004 - 12.2008

Diploma in Project and Operations Management -

ELC

Bachelor of Arts -

Kalinga University

Diploma in Footwear Design: Design and Development -

Central Footwear Training Institute

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