Wg Cdr (Veteran) Nishith Choudhary
Operaations & Supply Chain Management
Mumbai
Summary
Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 30+ years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. An eye for detail with experience in Operations, Supply Chain Management & Program Management. Extensive experience of warehouse storage solution manufacturing and Contract Logistics. Expert in procurement and execution of large & complex projects against extremely tight schedules, achieving process enhancements and efficiency.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
AVP Project & Infrastructure
Stellar Value Chain Solutions Pvt. Ltd
Mumbai
03.2018 - Current
- Team - 8 personnel across 2 departments
- Implemented best practices in Project team to ensure projects are delivered on time within budget
- Managed project remotely for FK Grocery with Cold Rooms (sub-zero & zero+), racking/shelving, blast freezers and more during Covid (June - Aug 2020)
- Led project teams through design, implementation and launch process
- Implemented WBS in Planning and scheduling complex projects
- Ensured on time delivery by continuous monitoring of critical path, preempting potential risks and mitigating it
- Interfaced with internal / external customers at different levels during execution to balance organizational objective and customer's dynamic requirements
- Excellent at leveraging interpersonal relations within/outside to meet organizational goals
- Carried out design validation of Electrical/IT/CCTV network, Storage Systems, Cold Room, In-Rack Sprinklers, Fire Fighting System for multiple projects
- Adept at validation of detailed product specifications basis drawings and technical specifications
- Have designed warehouse layouts & process flow for multiple customers
- Adept at vendor negotiations, achieved a deflation of 12% during 2020-21
- Major projects carried out for E-Commerce, Retail, Furniture, Fashion, Electrical Appliances, Commercial Vehicle Spares
General Manager
Godrej Storage Solutions, Godrej & Boyce Manufacturing Co. Ltd
Chennai
10.2015 - 02.2018
- Lead a team of 6 DR and responsible for end-to-end project execution
- Managed about 300 projects of different size, complexity, product category and revenue value across various sectors during 30 months
- Achieved the impossible task of executing a multi-tier, heavy duty shelving project billable at Rs 6 Cr in 56 days for a e-retailer
- Managed installations projects of ASRS & Shuttle system at multiple sites
- Achieved 8% installation cost deflation by improving productivity
- Improved material scheduling by implementing pull mechanism to reduce project execution time
- On boarded 12 contractors across India within a year to execute a large number of projects simultaneously
- Major projects executed for Amazon, Myntra, Flipkart, Welspun, Madura, TCI, PepsiCo, TVS, Iron Mountain, Hero Motors, MamyPoco
- Implemented employee engagement programs and achieved 0% attrition in my team
- Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time
Business Head
Armes Maini Storage Solutions Pvt. Ltd
Bangalore
06.2013 - 09.2015
- Leading a team of 8 DR and responsible for P & L, managed an annual revenue of Rs 43 Cr
- Achieved YoY top line growth of 47% in 2014-15
- Worked with the production team to improve productivity and OTIF
- Implemented JIT for raw materials to reduce inventory holding cost
- Ensured healthy cash flow with timely collection of AR.
- Major projects executed for Amazon, Myntra, Flipkart, Volvo, M&M, Welspun, Arvind, TCI, PepsiCo and established the company as preferred supplier to critical customers from Auto and E-Com
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance
- Reduced waste from 0.7% to 0.3% of top-line and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets
- Led the SAP B1 implementation team
- Resolved complex IR issues festering for 3 years
- Earned exceptional ratings and testimonials from clients
- Earned a bonus of Rs 50 lakh for a customer by delivery a project 15 days ahead of schedule
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions
General Manager
NAVSEMI TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED
Bangalore
04.2012 - 05.2013
- Led a team of 6 and officiated as CEO, handling P & L
- Mentored the production team and implemented multiple initiatives in the company to grow the revenue from Rs 50 lakh to 7 Cr
- Increased the customer base and established strategic partnerships with many customers including Tata Power Solar, Moser Baer
- Established the vendor and customer evaluation process
- Optimized the procurement process to achieve savings of ~ 3%
- Set up the quality control department and achieved 18% reduction in product failures
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations
- Collaborated cross-functionally to refine procedures, devise best practices and enforce quality metrics
Commanding Officer
Air Force Signals Unit
Srinagar
07.2010 - 12.2011
- Led a team of 12 to plan strategies for the organization and manage Supply Chain & Operations
- Guided a cross-functional team of 48 from Defense Research & Development Lab, Electronic Corp of India Limited, Indian Army and Indian Air Force to successfully implement the Radio Project spread across 4 remote terrains
- Also managed these 4 installations, defined key metrics along with the reporting template for effective control and monitoring
- Executed data analysis to achieve 12% increase in results
- Received and processed stock into inventory management system
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
Wing Commander
Indian Air Force
03.1990 - 12.2011
- The Air arm of the Indian defense forces shoulders the responsibility to secure the Indian airspace and to conduct aerial warfare during a conflict.
Education
Horizon Program - Product & Service Innovation
Illinois Institute of Technology & Design
Mumbai 10.2015 - 2016.03
Certificate in General Management - General Management
Indian Institute of Management
Ahmedabad 10.2011 - 2012.03
Master of Science - Microelectronics
Indian Institute of Technology
Mumbai 08.1998 - 1999.12
Bachelor of Science - Electronics & Communication
Manipal Institute of Technology
Manipal 07.1985 - 1989.05
Skills
Top line growth and bottom-line improvement
Additional Information
- AWARDS & HONOURS: , Awarded with the prestigious “Air Force Chief's Medal” and “Command HQ Chief's Medal” for meritorious service and exceptional professionalism.
Timeline
AVP Project & Infrastructure
Stellar Value Chain Solutions Pvt. Ltd
03.2018 - Current
Horizon Program - Product & Service Innovation
Illinois Institute of Technology & Design
10.2015 - 2016.03
General Manager
Godrej Storage Solutions, Godrej & Boyce Manufacturing Co. Ltd
10.2015 - 02.2018
Business Head
Armes Maini Storage Solutions Pvt. Ltd
06.2013 - 09.2015
General Manager
NAVSEMI TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED
04.2012 - 05.2013
Certificate in General Management - General Management
Indian Institute of Management
10.2011 - 2012.03
Commanding Officer
Air Force Signals Unit
07.2010 - 12.2011
Master of Science - Microelectronics
Indian Institute of Technology
08.1998 - 1999.12
Wing Commander
Indian Air Force
03.1990 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Electronics & Communication
Manipal Institute of Technology
07.1985 - 1989.05