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RAMAN CHAUDHRI

RAMAN CHAUDHRI

Project Head
Thane

Summary

Dynamic operations management professional with 40 years of experience in driving organizational success through strategic leadership and innovative solutions. Proven track record in crisis management, ROI accountability, with strong capabilities in vendor management. Expertise in establishing corporate goals and developing comprehensive business plans, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations and delivering measurable results.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Head-New Projects

Apollo Sindoori Hotels Limited
07.2025 - Current

Key Result Areas:

  • Led end-to-end management of new projects, from acquisition through operationalization
  • Managed relationships and service delivery for existing government clients
  • Handled Industrial Relations (IR) matters across the business

Key Highlights:

  • Successfully acquired and integrated operations for a 980-bedded hospital
  • Achieved amicable renewal of union contracts covering 600 and 770 associates across Kolkata and Bhubaneswar

Head-Special Projects

Quess Corp Ltd
09.2023 - 07.2025

Key Result Areas:

  • Managed two independent business entities, ensuring operational efficiency and performance delivery
  • Led turnaround strategy for Landscaping & Horticulture division (Greenpiece)
  • Drove growth and expansion of Utility Business (Ener-Q)
  • Oversaw special projects across West and South regions to ensure operational stability and alignment

Key Achievements:

  • Successfully transformed Greenpiece from a loss-making unit into a profitable business
  • Achieved 360% growth in the Utility Business (Ener-Q)
  • Stabilized operations across West and South regions under special project leadership
  • Revived key organizational recognition initiatives, including reinstatement of the CEO Award

Vice President

First meridian Group (INNOV)
05.2019 - 07.2023

Key Result Areas:

  • Managed a ₹48 Cr business, ensuring smooth operations and consistent performance
  • Maintained high client satisfaction with minimal escalations
  • Led team management initiatives, including restructuring and rebuilding for improved efficiency
  • Designed and implemented staff training programs aligned with diverse operational requirements
  • Key Achievements:
  • Delivered 100% EBITDA growth for two consecutive years
  • Streamlined branch operations through robust process implementation
  • Reduced Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) from 87 days to 28 days, significantly improving cash flow
  • Optimized workforce productivity by strategically repurposing staff roles
  • Introduced in-house training programs focused on motivation and time management

Vice President

Updater Services Pvt Ltd (UDS)
02.2018 - 05.2019
  • Key Result Areas (KRAs):
  • Managed and retained a ₹36 Cr business portfolio comprising 76 clients and 210 service touchpoints
  • Ensured smooth business operations with a strong focus on service delivery and performance
  • Maintained high client satisfaction with minimal escalations
  • Led team management initiatives, including restructuring and capability building
  • Designed and implemented staff training programs to meet diverse operational requirements
  • Key Achievements:
  • Grew business revenue from ₹36 Cr to ₹42 Cr annually
  • Streamlined branch operations through process standardization and improved governance

GM Operations (West)

Quess Corp Ltd
02.2015 - 02.2018
  • Key Result Areas:
  • Led and mentored a core team of 57 staff members across the West region
  • Managed and retained a ₹64 Cr business portfolio comprising 67 corporate clients
  • Ensured near 100% client retention through strong relationship management and service delivery
  • Monitored and optimized Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) to maintain healthy cash flow
  • Handled vendor negotiations and empanelment to drive cost efficiency and quality standards
  • Designed and delivered training programs to enhance team capability and performance
  • Developed and implemented new processes to strengthen both top-line growth and bottom-line profitability
  • Created and executed new business models to drive expansion and operational excellence
  • Built and strengthened teams to support scalable business growth
  • Key Achievements:
  • Secured a new order worth ₹50 lakh per month after sustained efforts over 14 months
  • Successfully closed a major contract worth ₹2 Cr per month following 53 rounds of negotiation

Assistant Vice President-New Initiatives

A2Z Infra Management & Services Ltd.
11.2011 - 02.2016
  • Key Result Areas:
  • Led and mentored a team of 35 professionals, driving performance and accountability
  • Managed both top-line growth and bottom-line profitability
  • Conceptualized and implemented new revenue models to enhance business performance
  • Established and managed profitable tie-ups with service providers
  • Built and developed an efficient team to ensure cost-effective operations
  • Key Achievements:
  • Secured a new order worth ₹50 lakh per month after sustained efforts over 14 months
  • Successfully closed a major contract worth ₹2 Cr per month following 53 rounds of negotiation

Vice President-Operations

DMCS Pvt. Ltd.
07.2002 - 11.2011
  • Key Result Areas:
  • Expanded business for the complete 3PL
  • Handled large clients in retail industry with 68 locations across the country
  • Highlights:
  • Distinction of developing:
  • Business from inception from 20000 to 100,000 square feet with full capacity
  • Reporting patterns to minimize the pilferage from 4% to 0.2%
  • System to save on transportation cost with net result of 7% saving of the same

Country Head-Operations

Adino Telecom Ltd.
10.1996 - 07.2002
  • Key Result Areas:
  • Established and expanded business operations through 9 branches and 34 channel partners across the country
  • Managed strategic negotiations with Motorola to optimize procurement and improve margins
  • Drove consistent sales performance, exceeding annual targets across multiple years
  • Collaborated with key stakeholders, including OEM partners, to secure large-scale business opportunities
  • Key Achievements:
  • Achieved additional 6% margin improvement in procurement through successful negotiations with Motorola
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets: 120% (Year 2), 127% (Year 3), 106% (Years 4 & 5), and 110% (Year 6)
  • Played a key role in securing a major order from Maharashtra Police during a strategic engagement in Singapore

National Manager IDC

Global Tele Systems Ltd.
06.1991 - 10.1996
  • Key Result Areas:
  • Led nationwide business expansion by setting up 16 branches across the country
  • Established and managed a robust dealer network of 78 channel partners
  • Drove aggressive sales growth and market penetration for newly launched products

Area Manager

TI Diamond Chain Ltd.
08.1987 - 06.1991
  • Key Achievements:
  • Achieved the milestone of selling the first 5 machines on the day of product launch
  • Delivered 180% of the assigned sales target, demonstrating exceptional performance
  • Awarded a 76% salary increment in the 4th year in recognition of outstanding contributions
  • Received a Performance Award equivalent to annual salary for exemplary results
  • Key Result Areas:
  • Consistently delivered and exceeded assigned performance targets
  • Key Achievements:
  • Recognized for overachieving targets consistently over a span of 3 years

Education

DBM -

Punjab University
Chandigarh

BA - Economics

Punjab University
Chandigarh

Skills

Service excellence

Strategic business development

Profit goal setting

Analytical decision making

Team leadership management

Timeline

Head-New Projects

Apollo Sindoori Hotels Limited
07.2025 - Current

Head-Special Projects

Quess Corp Ltd
09.2023 - 07.2025

Vice President

First meridian Group (INNOV)
05.2019 - 07.2023

Vice President

Updater Services Pvt Ltd (UDS)
02.2018 - 05.2019

GM Operations (West)

Quess Corp Ltd
02.2015 - 02.2018

Assistant Vice President-New Initiatives

A2Z Infra Management & Services Ltd.
11.2011 - 02.2016

Vice President-Operations

DMCS Pvt. Ltd.
07.2002 - 11.2011

Country Head-Operations

Adino Telecom Ltd.
10.1996 - 07.2002

National Manager IDC

Global Tele Systems Ltd.
06.1991 - 10.1996

Area Manager

TI Diamond Chain Ltd.
08.1987 - 06.1991

BA - Economics

Punjab University

DBM -

Punjab University

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Strategic Leadership & Business Transformation – Driving sustained growth and turnaround across dynamic market environments
  • P&L Ownership & Operational Excellence – Managing large-scale businesses with focus on profitability, efficiency, and scalability
  • Revenue Growth & Market Expansion – Expanding market share through new business models, channel development, and strategic partnerships
  • Client & Stakeholder Management – Building long-term relationships with corporates, government clients, and key stakeholders
  • Channel & Vendor Management – Developing high-performing partner ecosystems and optimizing vendor negotiations for cost and quality advantage
  • Financial Discipline & Cash Flow Management – Strengthening financial health through DSO optimization and revenue assurance
  • Process Optimization & Governance – Implementing structured processes to drive consistency, compliance, and performance
  • Turnaround & Change Management – Reviving underperforming businesses and stabilizing operations through focused interventions
  • Cross-functional Leadership – Driving alignment across teams and resolving complex inter-functional challenges
  • Team Building & People Development – Creating high-performance teams through mentoring, training, and culture-building initiatives
  • Negotiation & Influencing Skills – Leading high-value negotiations and closing strategic deals with persistence and impact
  • Decision Making & Problem Solving – Handling complex business scenarios with strong judgment, integrity, and execution focus
RAMAN CHAUDHRIProject Head