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Ravindra Rathod

Ravindra Rathod

Pune

Summary

Versatile core RFID & smart card technology professional with 12+ years of the manufacturing process, RFID end-to-end project implementation, RFID project management, R&D, POC implementation, full life cycle development experience focused on enhancing project development, building stronger client relationships. Detailed analysis of the complex problem and achieving long-term effective solutions. Successful project team building, Cross-Functional team interactions, Management collaboration, process improvement, Quality Assurance, Vendor Management, Conflict Resolution, Application/Product Development, Business Analysis Skills, and Customer Relations. Looking for a challenging job with hard work for the growth of an organization along with improvement in my professional skills.

Expertise in establishing end-to-end RFID manufacturing, Product Development, R&D and business operations.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager- BD & Product Development

Rajkamal Barscan System Pvt Ltd
Pune
08.2024 - Current
  • Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Implemented process improvements, resultingin an increase in operational efficiency.
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
  • Helped coordinate testing to verify quality and usability of new product features.
  • Procured software, hardware and infrastructure required to meet program demands.
  • Identified product gaps and generated innovative ideas to expand market share, improve customer experience and drive growth.
  • Conducted market research to develop new product ideas and strategies.
  • Secured continuous project scope alignment with business objectives and made modifications to enhance effectiveness toward intended result.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers related to the production of goods or services.
  • Developed project plans, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful completion of projects.
  • Maintained up-to-date records regarding customer requirements, project activities.
  • Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
  • Provided technical support during rehearsals and performances as needed.
  • Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.

Manager – BD/PM & R&D RFID

TagID Solutions Pvt. Ltd
Mumbai
08.2019 - 07.2024
  • Company Overview: TagID is one of the largest manufacturers of UHF RFID labels/tags in India, and the end-to-end RFID solution provider.
  • Transformed Operation, RFID Manufacturing, Service, and Project sites.
  • Responsible for all aspects of business development and the implementation of assigned projects.
  • Work with management teams to translate strategic objectives into executable business projects, and to develop plans for achieving stated objectives.
  • Provide executives with project risk assessments and summary-level project status reports.
  • Strategize with the project team to forecast problems, assess potential risks and solutions, and plan alternatives.
  • Develop a budget for the project(s), and keep it within budget.
  • Develops detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, forecasts, and status reports.
  • Conducts project meetings, and is responsible for project tracking and analysis.
  • Leading the rapid and flawless execution of high-profile, cross-functional projects.
  • Partner with Information Technology, with a focus on new software product development and integration.
  • Designing solutions while keeping the client's requirements in mind.
  • Create detailed plans that explicitly align the efforts of multiple functional specialties (e.g.,
  • Sales, Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain, Finance, and IT.
  • Negotiate with external vendors to secure advantageous terms.
  • TagID is one of the largest manufacturers of UHF RFID labels/tags in India, and the end-to-end RFID solution provider.

Senior Production Executive

Smart Card IT Solutions Limited.
Pune
12.2012 - 08.2019
  • Company Overview: SCIT is one of the largest manufacturers of smart cards for the Telecom, Banking, and Identity verticals in India, SCIT commenced commercial production in 2011 and today with an annual production capacity of 300 million cards
  • Measured and weighed items to meet quality standards and prevent waste.
  • Identified potential risks associated with each project and developed mitigation plans accordingly.
  • Classified defects from finished orders for record tracking and statistics.
  • Assisted in developing long-term goals and objectives related to productivity enhancement initiatives.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for production staff, identifying training needs and opportunities for advancement.
  • Analyzed workflows and identified areas of improvement in the production process.
  • Adhered to budget guidelines while executing production operations within specified timelines.
  • Evaluated forecasts to make proactive adjustments to production plans.
  • Collaborated with R&D to integrate new product designs into production.
  • Coordinated with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials.
  • Implemented lean manufacturing principles to streamline operations.
  • Developed and maintained production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements.
  • Prepared staff, anchors and video production teams to properly handle breaking news scenarios.

Customer Care Associate

Tech Mahindra
Pune
02.2012 - 11.2012
  • Company Overview: Tech Mahindra is an Indian multinational information technology services and consulting company
  • Part of the Mahindra Group
  • Process- Inbound voice process
  • Resolved concerns with products or services to help with retention and drive sales
  • Leveraged sales expertise to promote products and capitalized on upsell opportunities
  • Maintained good call control to quickly uncover questions and keep call times low
  • Assisted inbound callers with payment information and support by skillfully operating multiple administrative systems
  • Tech Mahindra is an Indian multinational information technology services and consulting company
  • Part of the Mahindra Group

Education

MBA - Marketing

Symbiosis
Pune
02.2025

BBA -

Shri Krishna University
MP
06-2017

Higher Secondary Certificate -

SNM Vidyalaya & Jr College
Ratnagiri
06.2011

Secondary School Certificate -

M A S High School
Sangli

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Client Relationship Building
  • Project Leadership
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
  • Time management
  • Project planning and development
  • Multi-Site Operations

Certification

  • Project Management (Issued Dec.) 2021.

International Business Management Institute, Berlin, Germany.

  • Radio-frequency Identification (RFID) - Jan 2022.

Udemy E-learning.

  • Foundations of Project Management, Google (Issued Aug 2023).

Coursera: E-learning.

  • I. Lab RFID Academy – Workshop (10/2019)

Organized by the Avery Dennison Intelligent Labels team, participated RFID industrial leaders: IMPINJ, ZEBRA, QODENEXT, Technowave Group, Wavelinx, and Great Eastern.

Affiliations

  • RFID retail and supply chain manageBilling and inventory/stock-taking have to operate using UHF RFID technology for faster and more reliable operation.

Inventory visibility removes stock inaccuracy (from 70% to 80%, to 99%).

Increases prodment

uct availability.

Provides real-time data.

Transforms the customer experience

  • RFID Jewelry Tracking Management System

With UHF RFID, the clerk can complete the inventory of in-store jewelry in a short time, and there is no need to take the jewelry out of the display cabinets.

  • RFID Track and Trace Management:

Increase efficiency, and reduce search time.

Achieve discipline in delivery.

Help pickers locate the AWB and piece ID.

  • RFID Laundry Management

Sew an RFID tag on each piece of linen. Laundry staff with an RFID reader scan tags to easily capture data on washing flows to enable the visibility of laundry management with high efficiency.

  • Marble tracking using RFID technology:

We have incorporated UHF RFID wet inlays into the artificial marble during the manufacturing process to enhance operational efficiency

  • Mattress tracking using RFID technology:

We have incorporated UHF RFID wet inlays into the mattress during the manufacturing process to enhance operational efficiency.

  • RFID Smart Tunnel:

Have designed and built an RFID tunnel in-house to streamline retail warehouse inward and outward processes.

  • RFID Smart Cabinet:

I have designed and built a portable Smart Cabinet with a battery and inverter to help retail warehouses with the stock take process, bin-wise.

  • RFID Self-Checkout & POS Bin:

I have designed an RFID POS bin-bust billing process in retail outlets.

Timeline

Manager- BD & Product Development

Rajkamal Barscan System Pvt Ltd
08.2024 - Current

Manager – BD/PM & R&D RFID

TagID Solutions Pvt. Ltd
08.2019 - 07.2024

Senior Production Executive

Smart Card IT Solutions Limited.
12.2012 - 08.2019

Customer Care Associate

Tech Mahindra
02.2012 - 11.2012

MBA - Marketing

Symbiosis

BBA -

Shri Krishna University

Higher Secondary Certificate -

SNM Vidyalaya & Jr College

Secondary School Certificate -

M A S High School
Ravindra Rathod