PRAVEEN KUMAR
General Manager - Agri & Factory Operations
Tumkuru
Summary
Senior operations executive with extensive experience in directing projects from inception to launch and consistently achieving revenue performance targets. Proficient in developing and implementing strategies for sustainability, competitiveness, and profitability in complex and dynamic markets. Combine strong technical knowledge, business acumen, and logistics expertise to devise solutions for bottom-line gain, operational excellence and business growth. Supports and contributes to company-wide change, driving optimization and crafting actionable strategies to improve performance in diverse settings. Identify alternatives for savings and resolve complex issues to continuously meet business dynamics.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy General Manager
Riviana Foods Pvt. Ltd
Tumkuru
05.2016 - Current
- Tumakuru
- Reported directly to the,
- Plants produced projects exceeding sales of Cr.1 to Cr.22 annually
- Led startup operations of the new Riviana plant moved from Leased agreement location to 5 acres own location with facility including developing the management staff, implementing quality controls, approving production lines, and overseeing maintenance/ Logistics operations
- Devised and implemented strict financial controls
- Maximized production by overseeing press, bindery, and administrative operations simultaneously and enforcing strict deadlines
- Monitored team progress to ensure projects were completed on time, within budget, and met all quality specifications
- Tracked time and performance standards to reduce waste and spoilage during run modes
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to draft project schedules and plans.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision and long-range planning.
Head of Logistics
Global Green Pvt Ltd
Hoskote
06.2012 - 07.2016
- Conducted qualitative and quantitative analysis of logistics operations to pinpoint and correct inefficiencies.
- Selected transportation routes to maximize economy by combining shipments or consolidating warehousing and distribution.
- Increased efficiency by developing cost-effective rates and reducing order processing costs.
- Opened [Number] regional distribution centers for storing and moving over [Number] unique items.
- Oversaw scheduling for day-to-day activities of transportation as well as warehouse employees and contractors..
- Achieved and exceeded revenue goals and KPIs.
- Managed department inventories to identify unusual activities, excesses and fluctuations.
- Analyzed processes and supply chain operational data to track trends, expectations and performance.
- Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
- Oversaw supply chain vendor pricing, inventory management and stock distribution.
- Used [Software] to coordinate and monitor outgoing and inbound deliveries.
- Saved $[Amount] by researching new carriers and effectively negotiating contracts.
- Coordinated dispatching of [Number] drivers to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Preserved existing fixed assets while issuing recommendations on strategic sourcing, new equipment purchases and process enhancements.
Logistics Manager
Karuturi Foods Pvt. Ltd
Tumkuru
07.2009 - 08.2012
- Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Negotiated with [Number] different freight companies and received annual contracts resulting in cost savings of [Number]%.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than [Number] packages per day.
- Delivered substantial cost savings by securing discounts from third-party logistics services providers.
- Led value-added customer service team that consistently over-delivered on customer expectations.
- Kept corporate departments and customers updated on critical shipments.
- Prepared updated shipment reports for executives and clients.
- Implemented [Type] strategies to improve processes, systems and behavior.
- Managed monthly freight cost reporting processes.
- Coordinated dispatching of [Number] drivers to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Organized importation of [Type] and [Type] items via air and ocean.
Research & Development Executive
Reitzel India Pvt. Ltd
Tumkuru
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Started Food industry development carrier by implementing R & D project to Reitzel company to 12km Radius as 12 plots.
- Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
- Supported research and development efforts to create new products, equipment and processes.
- Worked with principal investigators to coordinate qualitative research into [Area of study].
- Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
- Collaborated with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection.
Shift Engineer
H & R Jhonson India Pvt. Ltd
Kunigal
01.1997 - 01.2008
- In 11 years of experience in Industry
- Good experience in Supervisor for the Electrical section of the Maintenance Department
- Responsible in transactions for importing machines and equipment’s
- Maintained the ISO standards and procedures
- Installed 2200kv Generator project in 2200 Amps plant capacity.
- Drafted and captured technical schematics for use in project planning and execution.
- Inspected [Type] equipment before, during and after projects to maintain progression and functionality.
Education
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Diploma - Agricultural
Skills
Consistently meet goals
Efficient multi-tasker
Budget administration
Operations management
Effective leader
Deadline-oriented
Exceptional interpersonal communication
Additional Information
- REFARANCE S S S
Timeline
Deputy General Manager
Riviana Foods Pvt. Ltd
05.2016 - Current
Head of Logistics
Global Green Pvt Ltd
06.2012 - 07.2016
Logistics Manager
Karuturi Foods Pvt. Ltd
07.2009 - 08.2012
Research & Development Executive
Reitzel India Pvt. Ltd
01.2008 - 01.2009
Shift Engineer
H & R Jhonson India Pvt. Ltd
01.1997 - 01.2008