Randhir Singh
Manager, Programs
Summary
Program manager with over 10 years of progressive experience in digital agriculture platforms, public-private partnerships, and government consulting. Demonstrated leadership in designing and scaling farmer-facing digital solutions across multiple Indian states. Proven expertise in multi-stakeholder coordination, AI-based advisory system implementation, capacity building, and data-driven decision-making. Passionate about driving inclusive digital transformation in rural agriculture through innovation, partnerships, and structured project management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Manager, Programs
Digital Green
04.2025 - Current
- Prepared for launch of operations in Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Mizoram.
- Designed strategic roadmaps to implement the AI-driven Farmer.chat advisory tool in new states.
- Oversaw Farmer.chat and eFarm platforms across 8+ states.
- Strengthened collaboration with State Rural Livelihood Missions (SRLMs) and CSOs.
- Guided field operations and led integrated project reviews and performance tracking.
Manager – Programs
Digital Green
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Managed Farmer.chat and eFarm platforms across 8+ states.
- Enabled outreach to 1.25+ lakh farmers in Bihar; digitized 60,000+ farmers, generating ₹2+ Cr in transactions.
- Piloted and scaled Telegram chatbot with 30,000+ extension workers; demoed to MP, UP, Rajasthan governments.
- Coordinated with tech teams to improve platform usability and user experience.
- Collaborated with CSOs, RIs, and state agriculture leadership during the Vistar initiative.
Project Manager – EMircha
Digital Green
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Rolled out the eMircha project in AP & TS, impacting 4 lakh+ farmers with digital agri-advisory services.
- Coordinated with government, agri-tech partners, and internal teams for rollout and agent training.
- Implemented adaptive management strategies through structured progress reviews.
National Head (Potato)
Ninjacart
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement comprehensive strategies to enhance the potato supply chain, ensuring efficiency from sourcing to distribution.
- Supply Chain Management: Oversee procurement processes, ensuring timely and quality sourcing of potatoes directly from cold storages or aggregators.
- Market Expansion: Identify and penetrate new markets, including regional and national retail chains, to increase the product's reach.
- Team Development: Build and lead a dedicated team focused on the potato vertical, fostering growth and ensuring alignment with company objectives.
- Quality Assurance: Implement quality control measures to maintain the standard of potatoes supplied, aligning with Ninjacart's commitment to quality.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal departments and external partners to streamline operations and address challenges in the supply chain.
Zonal Manager
Ninjacart
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Expanded mandi operations from 17 to 53, increasing revenue from ₹0.15 Cr to ₹2.5 Cr in 3 months.
- Implemented quality control mechanisms and logistics systems to enhance efficiency.
- Oversaw commerce business at the source side while scaling destination markets.
Senior Program Manager
Bijak
10.2020 - 07.2022
- Set up Bihar operations, delivering ₹10 Cr in business from 20 mandis within 6 months.
- Built long-term partnerships with large growers, exporters, traders, and government agencies.
- Introduced 'Trade Finance' to improve partner margins by 5–7%.
- Managed a 14-member team and coordinated investor and stakeholder communications.
Deputy Program Manager
Digital Green
12.2017 - 09.2020
- Led USAID-funded RMNCH+A program in 4 states in partnership with NHM.
- Piloted 'Loop' model for horticulture aggregation, reducing transport cost by 45% and raising incomes by 15%; scaled to 7 districts.
- Implemented a digital tool to facilitate aggregation and doorstep pooling of farmers' commodities , streamlining collection from the field and improving supply chain efficiency.
- Trained 125+ field agents and supported outreach to over 200,000 beneficiaries.
- Facilitated institutional sales to Big Basket, Easyday, and Big Bazaar.
- Partnered with Paytm to implement digital payments for 1,200+ farmers.
Sales Manager – Channel Sales
TP-Link India
01.2016 - 04.2017
- Oversaw sales in Kerala and Punjab under the national sales strategy.
- Built and led a 14-member team; managed training and CRM implementation.
- Cleared stock backlogs and expanded dealer networks.
Relationship Executive (Volunteer)
Banka Silk
03.2013 - 05.2014
- Collected consumer insights to guide new product development.
- Managed promotions and built market interest.
Education
MBA - Marketing
Pune University
01.2014 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Computer Applications - undefined
BRABU
01.2010 - 01.2013
Skills
Operations & Program Management
Government & Stakeholder Partnerships
Digital Agriculture Platforms & AI Chatbots
Product Development & Training
R&D and Market Expansion
Strategic Planning & Execution
Team Leadership & Resource Management
Data Monitoring & Impact Analysis
Awards
- Best Zonal Head - Ninjacart (2023)
- Employee of the Year - Bijak (2021)
- Award for Expansion and Execution - Digital Green (2019)
- Best Community Trainer - Digital Green (2019)
- Best Sales Executive - TP-Link India
Internship
Coca-Cola, Conducted market and competitor analysis, identified new distributor leads.
Timeline
Senior Manager, Programs
Digital Green
04.2025 - Current
Manager – Programs
Digital Green
01.2024 - 03.2025
Project Manager – EMircha
Digital Green
07.2023 - 12.2023
National Head (Potato)
Ninjacart
01.2023 - 06.2023
Zonal Manager
Ninjacart
10.2022 - 01.2023
Senior Program Manager
Bijak
10.2020 - 07.2022
Deputy Program Manager
Digital Green
12.2017 - 09.2020
Sales Manager – Channel Sales
TP-Link India
01.2016 - 04.2017
MBA - Marketing
Pune University
01.2014 - 01.2016
Relationship Executive (Volunteer)
Banka Silk
03.2013 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Computer Applications - undefined
BRABU
01.2010 - 01.2013