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Pratim Dutta

Pratim Dutta

Angul

Summary

To work in a stimulating environment with a growing organization and apply my knowledge, experience and creativity for the benefit of the organization and myself.

1st Class PG Diploma in SCM with 23 years of experience in various aspects of Supply Chain Management across diverse industries (in all verticals) in multicultural and international environments. A strategic supply chain specialist having exposure in heading the Supply Chain and Logistics Function pan India, focusing on various aspects of logistics network infrastructure, interface between Sales and Logistics functions to design innovative solutions, reduce operational costs, bridging between demand and supply to improve serviceability. Focusing on identification, evaluation, selection, negotiation, and management of Vendors. Having proven track record in creating business process improvement, utilizing entrepreneurial vision, that foster revenue growth, cost savings, and improve productivity Seasoned SCM professional possessing comprehensive experience in supply chain management, logistics coordination, and procurement strategies. Demonstrates strong leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams and implement operational improvements. Known for analytical abilities, strategic planning, and proven success in optimizing efficiency within previous roles.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Head SCM

Jindal Steel & Power Ltd
Angul
04.2022 - Current
  • Heading the core logistics function for inbound and outbound for 12 MTPA steel & power plant
  • Responsible for planning and dispatch of various steel products and outbound by-product material through rail and road
  • Responsible for effective turn around of captive rakes in coordination with Raw material/Mining teams/PPC for both inbound and outbound movements
  • Interface between S&OP, PPC and Production
  • Responsible for cost optimization and supply chain strategies
  • Driving supply chain automation and digitization projects like TMS, Weigh-Bridge Automation and GPS tracking of captive rakes
  • Implemented MIS base through Power BI dashboards
  • Key member of the ongoing Railway Projects
  • Liaising with Govt
  • Officials
  • (ECOR Div
  • – IR)
  • Convenor of Road Safety Committee

National Head Logistics (Secondary)

JK Cement Ltd
Central Zone
10.2020 - 03.2022
  • Officiated as National Head Logistics for Grey Cement business from Oct’20 to Mar’21
  • Responsible for pan India Secondary Logistics function and responsible for 6.4 MTPA
  • Interface between Demand and Supply
  • Responsible for Customer Excellence by mitigating the market driven scenarios
  • Responsible for Logistics Excellence Projects in digitization & automation
  • Responsible for capacity enhancement of the newly operational GUs (Aligarh & Balasinor) along with other GU at Jharli and the Integrated Units
  • Heading a team of 16 nos
  • Of direct reportees
  • Spearheading upcoming green field projects for SCM strategy
  • (Panna)
  • Formulated and developed Logistics Policies and SOPs
  • Implemented various cost optimization models like Mode & Source mix, PTPK outlier, Warehouse footprints, etc
  • Implemented Vendor Performance Evaluation process
  • Represented JKCL in All India SCM & Logistics Scale Awards 2020 organised by CII and was awarded 1st position for cascading the best practices in logistics

Head SCM Projects & Transition

UltraTech Cement Ltd
Central Zone
05.2018 - 09.2020
  • Responsible for smooth and successful transition of Central Zone Logistics, w.r.t
  • Vendor management, distribution, cost optimization and others aspects
  • Successful completion of setting up the entire Supply Chain and Logistics for Green Field Project, Bara GU, w.r.t
  • Freight finalization, Route finalization, Vendor finalization, team finalization and mitigation of various operational bottlenecks
  • Zonal Representative for FUEL Integration
  • Spearheading Projects like – TAT reduction, Freight Optimization (CZ) and Vendor Performance Evaluation (PAN India)
  • Responsible for mitigating any operational issues across plants in the Zone w.r.t
  • Transport Unions / Truck Owners’ Associations issues
  • Developed a concept of Printing of Dealer codes in cement bags, piloted in Sidhi Unit and rolled out in Allahabad market which fetched additional volume of 4-5000 Mt / month giving additional revenue of Rs.20 Lakhs / month
  • Developed and introduced 2x2 Matrix for plotting of markets with TLC vis-à-vis NCR to identify high potential markets
  • Core team member of LCT Project
  • Responsible for any other operational issues within the Zone on As And When basis as required by Zonal Management

Logistics Head (Primary & Secondary for MP)

Prism Cement Ltd
12.2015 - 05.2018
  • Responsible for cement and clinker despatch from plant through rail and road mode
  • Responsible for secondary operations in MP
  • Responsible for 99 Lakh Mt / annum including cement primary, secondary and clinker outbound
  • Heading a team of 95 members with 40 nos
  • Of direct reportees
  • Developed and implemented printing of Depot Codes in cement bags to curb market infiltration
  • Developed and implemented Logistics Control Tower (LCT) for tracking and reporting of GPS vehicles
  • Responsible for implementing various cost and service optimization models across the Company which yield savings of Rs.13 Cr
  • / annum
  • Developed and implemented direct diversion concept in Up and MP markets to increase service level to our customers which yielded savings of Rs.120/Mt accruing to Rs.2.95 Cr / annum
  • Optimized rail freight in UP markets through gain in movement through shortest routes
  • Responsible for various Railway Projects, saved penalty of Rs.22 Cr imposed by WCR on wagon damage
  • Developed and implemented direct diversion concept in Up and MP markets to increase service level to our customers which yielded savings of Rs.120/Mt accruing to Rs.2.95 Cr / annum
  • Railway liaising – WCR and Railway Board, New Delhi

Zonal Logistics Head (Secondary) East Zone

Ambuja Cement Ltd
09.2013 - 11.2015
  • EXCO Member for representing East Zone
  • Handling a team of 16 heads
  • Responsible for secondary freight and handling rates finalization for the Zone
  • Developed and implemented optimized distribution model across the Zone which yielded savings of Rs.14.92 Cr / annum
  • Liaising with Railways
  • Vendor development and management (CFAs & Transporters)
  • SAP operations
  • MIS

Project Supply Chain Head - Overseas Hydel Project

Larsen & Toubro Ltd
08.2011 - 08.2013
  • Responsible for entire Supply Chain & Logistics activities from Port to Project Site which included ODC cargo, bulk commodities, spare parts, cement and fly ash
  • Procurement of Cement and Fly Ash and cost negotiation
  • Vendor development and management
  • Monitoring distribution of Cement, Steel, OD Cargo and other Construction equipment from India to Bhutan and vice versa
  • Handling a team of 20 heads
  • Responsible for freight negotiation and finalization
  • Reduced cement rake handling and onward freight cost by Rs.350/Mt which yielded savings of Rs.91.0 Lakhs per annum
  • Liaising with Govt
  • Depts
  • In India and Bhutan

Manager Logistics - East Region

ACC Ltd
02.2007 - 07.2011
  • Develop Supply Chain Projects with cost reduction impact
  • Cost reduction of Rs.4.5 Cr in fiscal year 2009-10 and Rs.6.7 Cr in fiscal year 2010-11
  • Implement cost optimization model and monitor the outcome
  • Develop Project Teams as Leader
  • Train Logistics personnel across the region
  • Generate MIS report
  • SAP SD Super User
  • CFA Handling, Warehouse management, Vendor development
  • Responsible for negotiation and finalization of handling rates and outbound freights
  • Railway liaising

Sr. Executive

Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd
10.2005 - 01.2007
  • Monitor In-bound movement
  • Stock and warehouse management
  • Working knowledge in ERP BaaN system
  • Responsible for onward distribution in Eastern Zone & Bhutan
  • Responsible for freight negotiation and finalization
  • Vendor development & handling & Railway liaising

Officer Logistics - TMILL (A div. of Tata Steel Ltd)

Tata Steel Ltd
03.2004 - 10.2005
  • Monitor Customs House Operations for Tata Steel as well as third party customers
  • Supervising Import documentation
  • Develop Customers for Import and Export movement and NVOCC operations
  • Monitor Container handling for export for Tata Steel
  • Generation of MIS reports

Officer Sales Logistics and Warehouse operations

Speedage Express Cargo Services (ARC India Ltd)
10.1999 - 01.2002
  • Develop customers for cargo movements within India with monthly avg
  • Revenue generation of Rs.8 Lakhs
  • Transit stock keeping and warehouse management

Education

Certificate - Six Sigma – White Belt

Aveta Business Institute
01.2020

Certificate - Presentation Skills, Strategy Planning & Execution, Finance Essentials

Harvard Manage Mentor ABG
01.2020

PG Diploma - Transportation & Logistics Management

IISWBM
Kolkata
01.2004

Certificate - Marine Insurance, Freight Forwarding & Customs Clearance

IIMM & EISA
Kolkata
01.2004

Bachelor of Arts -

Calcutta University
Kolkata
01.2001

Skills

  • Supply Chain distribution
  • Supply Planning
  • Cost optimization
  • Sourcing strategies
  • Warehouse management
  • SAP
  • Organizational development
  • SCM strategy and Process excellence
  • Inbound and Outbound logistics
  • Vendor development and management
  • Comprehensive problem solving abilities
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Supply and demand requirements
  • Sourcing strategies
  • Team facilitator

Leadership And Awards

  • Top 40 Supply Chain & Logistics Leaders in India, Times Group, 2024
  • 40th Anniversary of Earth Day Summit, Challenges towards greening Corporate for Global competitiveness & Sustainability, Management House, Calcutta University, 04/23/10
  • Management Committee member, Ballygunj Siksha Sadan School, 2009 - 2010
  • Member in CII, East, ACC-HOLCIM Group, 2010 - 11
  • Stress Management, IISWBM, Kolkata
  • Percentage of market Share of TMILL in container handling compared to Kolkata Port
  • Deputed in Siam City Cement Ltd, Thailand, Project Lead for learning best practices in SCM as well as to implement best practices followed by ACC Ltd in India.

Core Competencies

Logistics & Warehousing, Supply Planning, Project Logistics, Bulk materials procurement and sourcing, SAP, Organizational development, SCM strategy and Process excellence, Inbound and Outbound logistics, Vendor development and management, Comprehensive problem solving abilities, Good verbal and written communication skills, Ardent learner and team facilitator

Activities

  • Completed 3 yrs. Course in Tabla Recital, 1984 - 1987
  • Participated in a documentary programme on Education Awareness, Akashbani Bhavan, Kolkata, 1988
  • Completed NCC training, ‘A’ Certificate holder, Directorate of West Bengal & Sikkim Govt.
  • Represented School team in All India NCC Camp
  • Represented School Team in All India School Football Championship, Subrata Cup
  • Represented School Cultural Team in Zonal School Cultural Competition
  • Participated in Intra-School Debate Competitions
  • Participated in Calcutta University Football League
  • Participated in Intra-School Athletic Championships
  • Green Belt in Tae-kwon-do
  • Participated in Intra-School Boxing Competition, 1989 - 1994
  • Inter-College Arm-Wresting Champion
  • Runners up in West Bengal State Arm Wrestling Championship, 70 - 75 kg, 1997 - 1998
  • Represented Office Football team (Tata Steel Ltd.) in Merchant Cup
  • Represented Office Football team (ACC Ltd.) in various friendly tournaments
  • Represented Office Cricket team (ACC Ltd.) in friendly tournaments, 2004 - 2010

Timeline

Head SCM

Jindal Steel & Power Ltd
04.2022 - Current

National Head Logistics (Secondary)

JK Cement Ltd
10.2020 - 03.2022

Head SCM Projects & Transition

UltraTech Cement Ltd
05.2018 - 09.2020

Logistics Head (Primary & Secondary for MP)

Prism Cement Ltd
12.2015 - 05.2018

Zonal Logistics Head (Secondary) East Zone

Ambuja Cement Ltd
09.2013 - 11.2015

Project Supply Chain Head - Overseas Hydel Project

Larsen & Toubro Ltd
08.2011 - 08.2013

Manager Logistics - East Region

ACC Ltd
02.2007 - 07.2011

Sr. Executive

Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd
10.2005 - 01.2007

Officer Logistics - TMILL (A div. of Tata Steel Ltd)

Tata Steel Ltd
03.2004 - 10.2005

Officer Sales Logistics and Warehouse operations

Speedage Express Cargo Services (ARC India Ltd)
10.1999 - 01.2002

Certificate - Six Sigma – White Belt

Aveta Business Institute

Certificate - Presentation Skills, Strategy Planning & Execution, Finance Essentials

Harvard Manage Mentor ABG

PG Diploma - Transportation & Logistics Management

IISWBM

Certificate - Marine Insurance, Freight Forwarding & Customs Clearance

IIMM & EISA

Bachelor of Arts -

Calcutta University
Pratim Dutta