Excel for business
Sandeep KNS
Process Manager
Kochi
Summary
Process Manager with excellent track record in collaboration across departments to evaluate, design and implement business processes. Consistently improved processes and managed change among stakeholders using positive approaches. Well-established data analysis experience.
With over 10 years of experience in downstream oil and gas processing. Worked extensively in the field of Hydrocarbon processing, with major expertise in Hydrotreating, Reforming and Sulfur recovery in a petroleum refinery. Also handled a 3500 Crore naphtha upgradation project (Motor Spirit Block Project) at Bharat Petroleum Kochi Refinery. The project, delivered much ahead of the deadline with zero manhours of Lost Time Accident, increased the GRM of Kochi Refinery by 3 $/bbl. I am a certified ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 auditor. Have extensive knowledge of simulation and modelling software, primarily Aspen Hysys.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
11
11
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Process Manager
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
Kochi
2022.04 - Current
- As a Process Manager, oversaw intricate operations of several key units, including NHTCCR, PENEX, VGOHDS, and SRU
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- My career journey has been a dynamic blend of daily operations management, meticulous maintenance coordination, strategic turnaround planning, and hands-on troubleshooting within these vital units
- With relentless commitment to optimizing processes and maintaining highest standards of safety and quality, I've had privilege of steering teams towards operational excellence.
Project Manager
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
Kochi
2020.04 - 2022.04
- In-charge of commissioning a 3500 crore naphtha upgradation project at BPCL Kochi Refinery
- The project Included UOP Licensed NHTCCR and PENEX ISOM units
- Delivered the project much ahead of the deadline with over 20 million accident free manhours
- Acted as a liaison between Kochi Refinery and other stakeholders of the project, including technology providers (Honeywell UOP) and LSTK contractor (Petrofac India)
- Handled and delegated jobs to more than 60 engineers and over 1500 workers for timely completion of the project.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
Process Manager
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
Kochi
2019.03 - 2020.03
- In-charge of daily operations, maintenance coordination, manpower management and inter-department coordination for the Diesel hydrotreater and sulfur recovery block of BPCL Kochi Refinery
- Oversaw trainings of staff for ensuring high performance and skill development
- Conducted and handled various ISO and safety audits
- Implemented various safety management systems and operational optimization systems.
- Planned and executed turnarounds of units delegated witout lost time and with highest safety standards
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Assistant Manager Process
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
Kochi
2016.04 - 2019.02
- Lead the team of Diesel hydrotreater, Hydrogen Generation and sulfur recovery block of BPCL Kochi Refinery
- Conducted trainings for skill development of junior engineers and trainees
- Developed various systems for digital transformations in the block
- Managed various ISO and safety audits
- Handled annual turnarounds for units of the block.
Process Executive
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
Kochi
2013.06 - 2016.03
- Managed operations of various process units of a petroleum refinery by planning weekly targets and maintenance activities
- Conducted P&L statement analyses to improve daily operations, increase revenue and reduce costs.
- Prepared accurate documents for customer and business needs.
- Supervised meetings to maintain interdisciplinary communication of process weaknesses and performance.
Education
Executive MBA -
Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode
Kozhikode, India 2022.04 - Current
Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Chemical Engineering -
Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology
Rae Bareily, Uttar Pradesh 2009.01 - 2013.01
Skills
Process Optimization (Manufacturing)undefined
Certification
Global Financial Markets and Instruments - Coursera, 7PCBRT3QEV6F
Honors Awards
BPCL TechWiz Award - Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, 08/2016, Winner of TechWiz, a All India Techno-Managerial Contest organized by BPCL.
Software
Python Data Structures
Financial Analysis and Portfolio Management
Strategy Management
Financial modelling and Valuation
Timeline
Process Manager
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
2022.04 - Current
Executive MBA -
Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode
2022.04 - Current
Project Manager
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
2020.04 - 2022.04
Process Manager
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
2019.03 - 2020.03
Assistant Manager Process
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
2016.04 - 2019.02
Process Executive
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
2013.06 - 2016.03
Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Chemical Engineering -
Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology
2009.01 - 2013.01
Global Financial Markets and Instruments - Coursera, 7PCBRT3QEV6F
Excel Fundamentals for Data Analysis - Coursera, MPS6ARFFY2J6
Strategic Management - Coursera, 9X826ATN2926
Portfolio Selection and Risk Management - Coursera, Z43THWVM2QNB
Strategy Formulation - Coursera, S4DJJP2EPF25
Strategy Implementation - Coursera, BGXK4C5NTNMR
Data Visualization in Excel - Coursera, ZW8PAX5N7YVT
Introduction to Programming with MATLAB - Coursera, JNPZJRR52D8W
Behavioral Finance - Coursera, KZXDY2YNXHSR
Python Packages for Data Science - Coursera, 4TDQER26P37Y
Excel Skills for Data Analytics and Visualization - Coursera, 8LFQXA2R8HHE
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