Sanjay Mehrishi
New Delhi
Summary
With a proven track record at the Directorate of Ordnance and other prestigious organizations, I excel in driving strategic projects and organizational development. Renowned for pioneering e-governance initiatives and leading high-stakes operations, my expertise in program management and change planning has consistently enhanced operational efficiencies and achieved significant milestones. Multi-talented deputy director highly effective at collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve goals, promote productivity and reduce costs. Expert administrator, fiscal manager and organizer. Offering several years of related experience.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy General Director
Directorate of Ordnance (C&S), Department of Defence Production
New Delhi
11.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve operational efficiency.
- Conducted meetings with senior management to discuss organizational objectives.
- Led cross-functional teams in the development of new products and services.
- Created and managed budgets for programs, projects, and activities.
- Identified areas for cost savings opportunities within the organization.
- Provided guidance to department directors on policy interpretation and implementation.
- Maintained relationships with key stakeholders including government agencies, customers, clients.
- Advised senior leadership team on decisions related to strategic planning initiatives.
- Facilitated communication between departments to ensure alignment of efforts towards common objectives.
- Coordinated activities with other departments to expedite work and improve collaboration.
- Cultivated relationships with stakeholders to secure support and funding for key initiatives.
- Oversaw strategic planning and implementation to ensure organizational goals were met.
- Managed crisis situations to minimize impact on operations and reputation.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
Deputy Director General , Export Promotion
Department of Defence Production
New Delhi
11.2021 - 08.2024
- Framing of Policies to enhance Defence exports
- Monitoring and analysis of Export leads
- Handholding of Indian Companies for Export related issues
- Coordination with Defence Attaches for promoting Defence Exports
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for the organization.
- Collaborated with other departments to identify areas for improvement and implement change.
- Represented the department at meetings, conferences, workshops.
- Analyzed data to identify trends or patterns in order to anticipate challenges or opportunities.
- Assessed program performance against established goals and objectives.
- Coordinated efforts between multiple departments to achieve desired results.
- Developed innovative approaches for improving processes and services.
- Spearheaded initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency within the organization.
- Represented company at professional conferences and networking events, appearing on behalf of professionals and entire company to build image and foster new connections.
- Set agenda, organized plans and managed program operations, updates, and new implementations.
- Managed development and execution of marketing and networking strategies, contextualizing within business growth objectives to meet or exceed business volume and expansion targets.
- Participated in networking events to promote organizational interests.
- Assisted in the coordination of special events and corporate functions.
Deputy Director General
Ordnance Factory Board Headquarters
Kolkata
10.2020 - 11.2021
- Material Management of all 41 Ordnance factories
- Administration and Establishment matters of OFB Hq
- Cadre Management and Recruitment matters of Gazetted ‘B’ employees
- Supported departments in execution of purchase and service contracts, reviewing agreements and interfacing with vendors and clients to direct complete fulfillment of contractual obligations.
Joint Secretary
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
N. Delhi
09.2013 - 10.2020
- Policy framing, monitoring and implementation in Administration and Establishment matters of more than 1000 employees
- Pioneered e-governance initiatives in e-Medical seva and e-Tour management in Administration and other related areas
- Framing of Recruitment Rules and recruiting employees
- Led a team of more than 200 employees in conduct of All India examinations successfully in 72 cities and 2500 venues across the country
- Developed and implemented a number of policy changes including special provisions for candidates with special needs
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Joint General Manager
Field Gun Factory
Kanpur
05.2009 - 09.2013
- Managed manufacturing functions in all shifts, planned production flows, troubleshooted manufacturing issues, handled staffing issues, monitored production orders and schedules, and provided technical training to industrial employees.
- Led a workforce of over 500 workers and 50 technical staff engaged in manufacturing, quality control of small and large components of Field Gun, and maintenance of machines and equipment.
- Improved a number of production processes in gun components and gun barrel production, conceptualized, and implemented Kaizen activities.
- Conceptualized and coordinated a INR 2.2 billion modernization project of Plant & Machinery.
- Initiated major projects, plant floor layout changes, and new equipment installation.
- Coordinated closely with foreign suppliers for smooth and seamless procurement of plant and machinery, resulting in the highest ever investment worth INR 0.75 billion in one FY.
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Oversaw product development initiatives from concept through completion stages.
- Analyzed existing processes for effectiveness and developed new systems as needed to enhance overall productivity levels.
- Conducted regular meetings with senior management team to review progress against established objectives.
- Provided guidance and support to subordinate managers in order to foster an atmosphere of cooperation throughout the organization.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired qualified staff for open positions.
- Supervised employees through planning, assignments, and direction.
- Guided management and supervisory staff to promote smooth operations.
From Asst. Works Manager to Joint General Manager
Vehicle Factory Jabalpur
Jabalpur
04.1992 - 05.2009
- Managed production planning, development of components, selection, and procurement of machines for gear manufacturing.
- Successfully led a team of more than 500 technical personnel and workers during the development of more than 45 varieties of gears and geared shafts for gearboxes and auxiliary gearboxes of 5 Ton and 2.5 Ton trucks.
- Implemented a number of projects, including material handling systems for gear components, for the reduction of nicks and burrs in soft stages.
- Successfully introduced pre-heat treatment corrections in gear shaving operations resulted in noise reduction in gears.
- Successfully implemented Statistical Process Control and 5S activities in the Gear Shop.
- Received the award of the Ordnance Factories Organization 'AYUDH VIR' for the year 2004-2005 for outstanding achievements.
- Attended various workshops on Statistical Process Control techniques and enjoy training shop-level executives.
- Visited a number of Indian and foreign suppliers for pre-dispatch machine inspection and approvals, including SICMAT Italy for CNC gear shaving machines, Klinglenberg Germany for Lead & Profile testing machine, and DMG Germany.
- Developed processes for efficient workflow through the facility.
- Resolved employee conflicts in a timely manner while upholding company policies.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with team members to identify areas needing improvement.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.
- Guided management and supervisory staff to promote smooth operations.
Education
Master of Philosophy - Social Sciences
Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA)
New Delhi01.2017
Master of Science - Military Vehicle Technology
Defence College of Management & Technology (Cranfield University)
01.2007
Management Program for Technologist -
IIM, Bangalore
01.2000
M.Tech - Thermal Science
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
01.1990
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical
Malviya Regional Engineering College (MREC), [MNIT, Jaipur]
01.1988
Skills
- Program Oversight
- Change planning
- Process updates
- Organizational Development
- Change Management
- Budget Development
- Process Improvements
- Policy analysis
- Program Management
- Strategic projects
- Daily production reports
- Corporate Governance
- Project Management
- Team Operations
- Consulting
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Accomplishments
- Presented Thesis on ‘Active Suspension System with Preview for Off Road Military Wheeled Vehicles’ in the M.Sc (MVT) Program.
- Presented Thesis on ‘Defence Procurement Policy-Threats & Opportunities to Ordnance Factories’
Certification
- Management Program for Technologist (MPT)-2000 from IIM Bangalore
Affiliations
Received the award of the Ordnance factories Organization “AYUDH VIR” for the
year 2004-2005 for outstanding achievements.
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Deputy General Director
Directorate of Ordnance (C&S), Department of Defence Production
11.2023 - Current
Deputy Director General , Export Promotion
Department of Defence Production
11.2021 - 08.2024
Deputy Director General
Ordnance Factory Board Headquarters
10.2020 - 11.2021
Joint Secretary
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
09.2013 - 10.2020
Joint General Manager
Field Gun Factory
05.2009 - 09.2013
From Asst. Works Manager to Joint General Manager
Vehicle Factory Jabalpur
04.1992 - 05.2009
Master of Philosophy - Social Sciences
Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA)
Master of Science - Military Vehicle Technology
Defence College of Management & Technology (Cranfield University)
Management Program for Technologist -
IIM, Bangalore
M.Tech - Thermal Science
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical
Malviya Regional Engineering College (MREC), [MNIT, Jaipur]
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