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Vignesh N

Vignesh N

Military Officer
Vadodara

Summary

Accomplished and result-oriented Project Manager with 14 years of experience in Indian Air Force, adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Headed 05 Cross-country mobilization of men and assets worth INR100 Cr. Proven track record in directing employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards & risk assessment. Demonstrated capability to lead cross functional teams, delivering projects worth INR 100 Cr,applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Excelled through mentoring, training and empowering team to improve performance by 20%.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
Certificates
4
4
Languages

Work History

Director of Project Management

Indian Airforce
Vadodara
2022.10 - Current

1. Established and managed the nodal base for stock holding and supply chain management of more than 5000 spares and critical items for Surface-to-Air Missiles (SAM).
2. Managed the project from procurement to commission at the nodal center for indigenization of missiles, explosives, and components worth 10 Cr.
3. Planned,designed and scheduled with more than 10 stakeholders agencies for smooth execution, ensuring effective delivery ahead of time and optimizing facility utilization for operational excellence.
4. Headed the 100 Cr project for the development of critical missile storage infrastructure for the Gujarat region.
5. Spearheaded the project for finalizing OP infrastructure for strategic operations during contingencies.
6. Conducted user surveys, risk assessments, and resource utilization planning for assets worth 150 Cr, aligning with organizational OKRs.
8. Led the project for infrastructure development at an operational location worth 20 Cr, collaborating with external stakeholders such as Reliance, IOC, and district administration.
9. Negotiated with key players to complete the project on time, resulting in a 20% increase in Operational efficiency.

Senior Program Manager

Indian Airforce
Jodhpur
2020.10 - 2022.10

1.Commissioned and operationalized 05 integrated field shelter projects worth 30 crore, navigating through all project phases, including policy engineering, SOP development, and rapid redistribution of human resources.
2. Established a nodal agency for the CBRN cell, involving stakeholders from five different locations and associated equipment worth 4 crore and defined operational parameters.
3. Initiated, tracked & reported continuity program results to stakeholders to facilitate change management activities.
4. Exemplified leadership as the Program Head, coordinating a pan-India operators' conference attended by 100 high-level delegates.

5.Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.

Senior Project Manager

Indian Airforce
Mumbai
2018.10 - 2020.10

Led the successful project implementation of an ERP system and e-ticketing system for 700 personnel, surpassing organization-level KRAs ahead of schedule.
2. Independently planned and executed over 05 end-to-end mobilizations, deploying more than 300 personnel and assets worth 100 crore.
3. Demonstrated effective communication, influence, and negotiation with stakeholders, efficiently handling breakdowns and rectification with minimal resources.
4. Conducted two regional-level weapons workshops and leadership summits, attracting more than 100 attendees.
5. Led the project for activating weapon systems in the Mumbai area in collaboration with external agencies during Republic Day, maintained schedules to meet key milestones.

Senior Project Manager

Indian Airforce
Chandigarh
2016.10 - 2018.10

1.Directed the Base's MCC, overseeing assets valued at 200 crore and ensuring timely forecasting & schedules for stakeholders.
2.Spearheaded planned preventive maintenance initiatives, resulting in a remarkable 10% increase in operational efficiency.
3.Championed the transformation of a setup into a cutting-edge missile training facility, up-skilling over 200 technicians.
4.Collaborated with cluster centers to incorporate simulators, elevating training infrastructure and standards.
5.Successfully assessed needs and capabilities for a full mission simulator infrastructure, optimizing storage space with a 20-member team.
6.Developed a comprehensive project plan, work breakdown structure, and cost management strategy for a 5 million project.

Senior Operations Manager

Indian Airforce
Chandigarh
2015.07 - 2016.10

1. Crafted and implemented robust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for safe handling of high-grade explosives, contributing to OKR achievement.
2. Conducted analysis and applied root cause analysis, leading to a 15% reduction in failure rates in round-the-clock operations.
3. Innovated On-the-Job Training (OJT) syllabus and agile processes, enhancing operational efficiency by 20% during a warfare exercise.
4. Orchestrated tactical operations scheduling, resulting in a 15% improvement in serviceability.
5. Oversaw end-to-end procurement of 10 Cr, implemented Lean Management and JIT concepts, streamlining operations and optimizing efficiency.
6. Managed a technical nodal center, prepared documents for external audits, achieving a 20% year-over-year increase in serviceability.
7. Led a dynamic team of 200 cross-functional technicians, achieving 10% faster operational readiness and saving 1 million dollars through indigenization.
8. Collaborated with the transport fleet, optimizing processes, controlling costs, and achieving a 20% year-over-year increase in serviceability.

Senior Human Resource Manager

Indian Airforce
Bhuj
2013.07 - 2015.07

1. Advised top management on manpower planning, performance appraisals, and policy decisions for the unit with more than 300+ personnel.
2. Spearheaded financial decision-making for unit fund management to enhance functional efficiency.
3. Developed and executed strategies for a non-profit venture and unit-run canteen (FMCG), achieving a growth rate of 10%.
4. Implemented coaching, mentorship, and training programs, elevating overall unit skill levels by 15% to meet OKRs.
5. Conducted workshops and motivational sessions, fostering a high sense of pride within the organization.
6. Successfully managed multiple events for over 500 attendees, including professional evaluations and rewards ceremonies.
7. Led onboarding processes, conducted entry and exit interviews, and provided performance counseling.
8. Served as Joint Secretary of the Air force Family Welfare organization, managing over 700 members.
9. Achieved an annual growth rate of over 5%, overseeing events, welfare activities, and more than 10 ventures.

Education

Certificate - Business Administration And Management

IIM Lucknow
Lucknow
2020.01 - 2020.09

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Welingkar Institute of Management
Mumbai
2017.06 - 2019.06

Master of Science - Aeronautical Engineering

Visvesvaraya Technological University
Bengaluru
2011.01 - 2012.01

Skills

    Stakeholder Management

Advanced problem solving

Business process re-engineering

Operations & risk Management

Human Resource Management& Admininstration

Strategic Negotiations

Supply Chain Management

Financial Management

Certification

Prince2 Agile Foundation & Practitioner

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Quote

There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.
Colin Powell

Timeline

Software Project Management

2023-12

Google Project Management Certification

2023-11

Director of Project Management

Indian Airforce
2022.10 - Current

Prince2 Agile Foundation & Practitioner

2022-01

Chief Human Resource Management Professional

2021-10

Senior Program Manager

Indian Airforce
2020.10 - 2022.10

Certificate - Business Administration And Management

IIM Lucknow
2020.01 - 2020.09

Senior Project Manager

Indian Airforce
2018.10 - 2020.10

Certificate Course in Leadership and Behavioral Science, CLABS

2017-08

MBA - Business Administration And Management

Welingkar Institute of Management
2017.06 - 2019.06

Senior Project Manager

Indian Airforce
2016.10 - 2018.10

Senior Operations Manager

Indian Airforce
2015.07 - 2016.10

Senior Human Resource Manager

Indian Airforce
2013.07 - 2015.07

Master of Science - Aeronautical Engineering

Visvesvaraya Technological University
2011.01 - 2012.01

Work Preference

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Full Time

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