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Hi, I’m

Rishu Sindhwani

Assistant Manager- Production- Publishing Operations
Faridabad,Haryana

Summary

A strategic operations leader with over 9 years of progressive experience in the publishing industry, excelling in inventory management, procurement, vendor management, and strategic planning. Proven expertise in driving operational excellence, cost optimization, and sustainable practices. Adept at spearheading cross-functional teams and delivering complex projects. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Seeking a challenging role in the personal care industry to leverage transferable skills in supply chain management, process improvement, and operational efficiency.

Overview

9
years of professional experience

Work History

HarperCollins Publishers,

Assistant Manager
09.2016 - Current

Job overview

Key Achievements:

  • Spearheaded cost-saving initiatives, achieving 18% reduction in operational expenses through process optimization and vendor negotiations.
  • Implemented demand forecasting models, improving inventory accuracy and reducing overstocking by 25%.
  • Championed sustainability efforts, introducing eco-friendly packaging and reducing waste by 30%.
  • Streamlined inventory management for over 800 active SKUs, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing waste.
  • Implemented vendor performance monitoring system, leading to improved quality and on-time delivery.
  • Optimized procurement processes, achieving cost savings of 12% through strategic negotiations and vendor consolidation.
  • Led cross-functional teams to launch new product lines, ensuring seamless transition from concept to production.

Monarch Graphics (I) Ltd,

New Product Development Executive
07.2015 - 09.2016

Job overview

Responsibilities Included:

  • Planning daily printing jobs and ensuring raw material availability
  • Assessing production issues for new artworks and collaborating with design team
  • Costing & estimation of labels/tags/signage/marketing collaterals
  • Coordinating with both internal and external stakeholders for timely job completion
  • Procurement of Raw material i.e; ink, paper lamination roll
  • Organized due diligence in preparation for sale of business unit
  • Located bottlenecks to streamline existing processes

Education

Guru Jambheshwar University , Hisar, India

Bachelor of Science from Printing And Packaging
06.2015

University Overview

Certifications:

  • Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate (2023)
  • G7 Master Basic Training – Idealliance (Dec 2015)
  • LinkedIn Learning: Working with Real-Time Data in Excel (July 2017)
  • LinkedIn Learning: Excel 2016 – Managing & Analyzing Data (June 2017)

Skills

Supply Chain Management

  • Inventory Forecasting & Planning
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Supply Chain Optimization
  • Demand Forecasting

Operations Management

  • Process Improvement
  • Quality Assurance & Control
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

Strategic Planning & Analysis

  • Cost Optimization Strategies
  • Sustainability Initiatives
  • Data Analysis & Reporting (Power BI)

Leadership & Development

  • Team Leadership & Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Stakeholder Management

Timeline

Assistant Manager

HarperCollins Publishers,
09.2016 - Current

New Product Development Executive

Monarch Graphics (I) Ltd,
07.2015 - 09.2016

Guru Jambheshwar University

Bachelor of Science from Printing And Packaging
Rishu SindhwaniAssistant Manager- Production- Publishing Operations