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RAHUL V. ATHAVALE
TRANSPORT MANAGER
MUMBAI
Summary
A competent professional with a niche for Logistics Operations, Administration, Supply Chain, Transport Management, Telematics and with over 20+ years of extensive experience in India, Africa & UAE. Logical Transportation Manager with 24-years background overseeing shipment coordination. Adept at reducing shipping costs, increasing efficiency and implementing safety regulations. Assigns tasks to drivers and directs vehicle maintenance repairs. Excellent multitasking, time management and verbal communication talents.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Transport Manager
TAJSATS Air Catering Ltd
Mumbai
07.2018 - Current
- Employed by TAJSATS and deputed at MUMBAI to handle (Techno - Comm.) business activities
- Responsibly adhering to all DOT/RTA rules and regulations & Monitoring changes in DOT rulings
- Safely and effectively managing departmental Staff, Fleet, GPS TELEMATICS, IT and other resources
- Planning, preparing and managing CAPEX and OPEX of the Department
- Managing the entire repair, maintenance of fleet and Training to achieve overall departmental objectives as an HOD
- Complying with staff Safety/Fire Safety and EPA regulations and requirements
- Assisting Mgmt
- With FSSAI & ISO Audits
- Managing Employee Transportation services (ETS) & vehicles for Sr
- Executives as and when desired, with the help of Own or Outsourced vehicles
- Periodically reviewing & measuring performance of staffs
- Focus on new RFI/RFP/RFQ’s, Vehicle procurement’s, its fabrication for end uses, Electro-Pneumatic Scissor Lifts mounting on new chassis, CNG conversions and Scrap, post permit expiry, etc
- Achievements:
- Successfully achieved logistical targets of delivering Meals to 9 COVID Hospitals in Mumbai & Thane City
- Achieved “Conquerors of the Month” Departmental Award for the best Transport Ops & Fleet Maintenance
- A Gift Voucher, Certificate & Trophy was handed over by the Sr
- Management.
Operations Head
Shree Translink (I) Pvt. Ltd
Pune
06.2017 - 02.2018
- Key Result Areas:
- Led wide gamut of tasks involved in ETS, Customer Service, Fleet Operations–entailing scheduled & unscheduled Pickup & Drop, maintenance of company & other support vehicles; ensuring the safe economical usage of the same
- Set KPI/KPA for smooth business operations
- Established in house quality standards for various operational areas, ensuring a highquality customer experience while adhering to the SLAs for their services
- Looked after vehicle & equipment budgeting, procurement, operations, regulatory compliance, operational safety & vehicle sourcing.
General Manager
DCD Pvt. Ltd, Super Sports Car “AVANTI, Lookalike of Lamborghini, Mfg Plant
Pune
03.2015 - 03.2017
- Was responsible for order fulfilment of Customers
- Experiences in managing transportation contracts and fixing pricing Reviewed activity reports and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement; also determined areas needing cost reduction and program improvement
- Planned KPI's of efficiency and performance are met or exceeded
- Was responsible for Delivery & Quality PPM at customer end
- Interact with the local suppliers for material and equipment required
- Developed and implemented product marketing strategies including advertising campaigns and after sales promotions, coordinate with other department heads as required
- Recommended locations for new facilities or oversee the remodelling of current facilities
- Plan store layouts, Plant Layout and Capacity Planning and design displays
- Inventory Management (RM & WIP) & Capex Planning
- Ensure coaching and development of resources to meet business's objectives.
General Manager
Navnit JCB
Mumbai
03.2013 - 12.2014
- (2S)
- Authorized dealers of JCB CE Machines
- Managed a team of 30+ trained Service Engineers of Earth Moving Equipment, Construction
- Equipment such as Excavators, Loaders, Graders, Tandem Rollers, Soil Compactors, Bobcats (Skid
- Steer Loaders), Compressors etc
- Ensured that the service department meets or improves on service quality parameters, Operational cost, Market Penetration and customer relation Management in line with the business objectives
- Approved warranty claims; organizing service activityCustomer -Operator Meets & Service Camps
- Setup Field Service Teams to offer services to Earth Moving Equipment at the doors of the customers
- Prepared annual R&M budget for the territory based on the operational running & conditions of the equipment to monitor & control R&M expenses & assisted in preparation of Tender related documents.
General Manager
Sanghi Brothers Pvt Ltd
03.2010 - 01.2013
- Authorized dealers of TATA (Passenger & Commercial) + FIAT, JAGUAR and LANDROVER cars
- Achievement(s):
- Received commendation from National Heads – After-sales and Customer Relations - for being the best systems and customer oriented HOD and improving JDP CSI by providing premier customer satisfaction
- Successfully introduced Two Shifts Process in order to enhance labour earnings and provide comfort to customers returning home after Late Office Hours
- Successfully introduced 24x7 On Call Engineer to provide technical back-up for vehicle users in Distress
- Initiated resumption of MSV for Out Station customer’s/vehicle users.
Manager – Customer Support
Westec Security Systems and Classic Limousine
03.2006 - 11.2009
- Responsible for managing the execution, direction, and coordination of all transportation matters within the organization, Security Operations, Maintenance of Patrol vehicles and Bullet Proof Cash vans & Logistics
- Office Administration and Liasioning with Govt authorities, Police and Road Transport Authorities
- Managed Rent-a Car business developmental activities for their Limousine's, namely - fleet of Mercedes S 500’s, Cadillac and Lincon’s.
Manager
Auto Parts Nissan Ltd
06.2001 - 02.2006
- Authorised Distributors of Nissan LPV and HCV, and closely associated with NSA, NIMISA and NMCL)
- Employed by UNDP/AMSCO and deputed at Auto Parts Limited to assist in expansion of after-sales (Techno - Comm.) business
- In charge of NISSAN Distributors Entire Service Division & Network Workshops
- Managed the entire after sales service operations and Training department to achieve overall dealerships objective of customer delight and business results.
Asst Manager–TRAINING FACILITATOR
DD & Associates
Pune
02.2000 - 05.2001
- Researched, gathered, organized and Developed Training modules for sales and service staff of various Automobile Dealers’, in India
- Developed Content and imparted Soft Skills training programme for Sales/Service, Marketing & Customer Relations staffs
- Created innovative training modules by using creative mediums of delivery, new training aids to ensure greater understanding, reach at reduced costs to the organization.
Technical Sales Representative, Stores In-charge & Technical Coordinator
Delta Heavy Engineering
Abu Dhabi
01.1997 - 12.1999
- Authorized distributors of BEML-Komatsu CE machines.
Dealer) Service Engineer
Sai Service
08.1995 - 10.1996
Education
SSC - PCB
KV PUNE
KVS, AIRFORCE STATION, PUNEHSC- COMMERCE - BCOM
G.S. COLLEGE
NAGPUR 05.1994 - 05.1995
Diploma - Computer Operations
Indo-German Institute
Diploma - Operations Management
OPS
01.2021 - 04.2022
Diploma - Supply Chain Management
Certificate Course: Six Sigma White Belt - undefined
High School Diploma -
DNYANESHWAR VIDYAPEETH COLLEGE
PUNE 06.1989 - 05.1991
Skills
LEADERSHIP
TEAM PLAYER
Creativity
Problem-solving
Leadership
Adaptability
Oral and written communications skills
Critical thinking
Computer skills
Management skills
Exhibiting Optimism
Having Good Follow-Up Skills
Possessing Empathy and Self-Awareness
Interests
Content Development
Interest to know about New machines and their technologies
Travelling and exploring
Timeline
Diploma - Operations Management
OPS
01.2021 - 04.2022
Transport Manager
TAJSATS Air Catering Ltd
07.2018 - Current
Operations Head
Shree Translink (I) Pvt. Ltd
06.2017 - 02.2018
General Manager
DCD Pvt. Ltd, Super Sports Car “AVANTI, Lookalike of Lamborghini, Mfg Plant
03.2015 - 03.2017
General Manager
Navnit JCB
03.2013 - 12.2014
General Manager
Sanghi Brothers Pvt Ltd
03.2010 - 01.2013
Manager – Customer Support
Westec Security Systems and Classic Limousine
03.2006 - 11.2009
Manager
Auto Parts Nissan Ltd
06.2001 - 02.2006
Asst Manager–TRAINING FACILITATOR
DD & Associates
02.2000 - 05.2001
Technical Sales Representative, Stores In-charge & Technical Coordinator
Delta Heavy Engineering
01.1997 - 12.1999
Dealer) Service Engineer
Sai Service
08.1995 - 10.1996
HSC- COMMERCE - BCOM
G.S. COLLEGE
05.1994 - 05.1995
High School Diploma -
DNYANESHWAR VIDYAPEETH COLLEGE
06.1989 - 05.1991
SSC - PCB
KV PUNE
Diploma - Computer Operations
Indo-German Institute