Sharmistha Datta
Pursuing MBA - PGP BL at IIM Kozhikode
Kolkata,WB
Summary
High-performing, accomplished professional with 6.5+ years of
expertise in the steel manufacturing sector. Led a cross-functional
team to develop cost-effective maintenance strategies. Experience in stakeholder management and digital process transformation.
Certified ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System auditor.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Area Manager , Maintenance Planning
Tata Steel Limited
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Eliminated cost of external purchase of Chequred plate by Rs.15,000 / Ton in collaboration with Tata Steel Meramandali (One-TATA synergy)
- Achieved Cost Savings of 2.25 Crs through dedicated drive on de-propreitization of various maintenance spares through alternate vendor sourcing, OEM to OCM , Indigenisation
- Introduced 03 new suppliers for recurring consuming items into TSL ecosystem for developing local vendor base (M/s Orissa Engg, M/s Jibasiya Industries, M/s Pramod Industries)
- Facilitated support to NINL through transfer of 3.15 Crs of Corton Grade pipes from own inventory
- Conceptualised the introduction of Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) for top 5% inventory (value-share) to avoid overstocking, with potential cost savings of 3.75 Crs
- Liquidation of 7.2 Crs of high-aged inventory based on technology obsolesce / design upgradation through IBMD's buy-out division
- Formulated Ideal Inventory Model for optimization inventory and developing framework for Phase-2 facilities, based on spares criticality to plant operations
- Conceptualised proposals and presentations like Annual Business Plan, Management Reviews on Cost and Plant Performance, KPI tracker for Stakeholder management
- Increased manpower productivity by 4 hrs/week through MIS generation of loan-out gatepass of equipment asset through in-house report generation in synergy with IT, thereby reducing out-pass count from 51 to 10 nos.
- Identified 14.35 Crs of high-valued common spares across TSL locations through detailed study of process technology and criticality to plant operations, lead time.
- Mitigated new procurement savings by ~25 Crs through Why-Buy initiative, an in-house tool for justifying new spares procurement based on past consumption trends
- Development of In-house Material and Service ARC tracker (validity and cost consumption) for generating alarm for pro-active creation of new contracts or elimination of repeat one-time PRs , thereby saving 5 manhours/week
- Formulated SOP for E-billing system for tracking from memo submission post job execution to Payment to vendor partners , thereby streamlining payment cycle from 90 days to 75 days
- Facilitated TSPDL during breakdown for manufacturing of bull-gear through reverse engineering through M/s Shanti Gears
- Formulated inputs from CSI units for Cost Benchmarking drive across TSL locations through detailed analysis of processes and cost booking methodology (CDQ bag-filters, CDQ bucket liner MOC change, FR grease consumption, dome valves, service line item)
- Preparation of Annual Maintenance Contracts resulting in savings of 6.8 Crs through line-item analysis and optimizing contract levers
- Implemented cost-saving measures that resulted in ~6.5Crs against maintenance planned budget without sacrificing plant deliverables
- Boosted team productivity of newly inducted members to Planning Team through training and mentoring
- Conducted online knowledge sharing session on Cost Report Analysis to Maintenance team
- Optimised store-stock portfolio through sanitization of store-stock UMC list based on check of MOC, duplicity, relevance in market , thereby blocking 190 nos. of UMCs
- Consolidated Opening-day-requirements (ODR) for Phase #2 project of largest greenfield steel-making project of Tata Steel Limited
- Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty, and enhancing operations
Manager - Maintenance Planning
Tata Steel Limited
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Eliminated cost of external purchase of Chequred plate by Rs.15,000 / Ton in collaboration with Tata Steel Meramandali (One-TATA synergy)
- Facilitated support to NINL through transfer of 3.15 Crs of Corton Grade pipes from own inventory
- Facilitated TSPDL during breakdown for manufacturing of bull-gear through reverse engineering through M/s Shanti Gears
- Preparation of Annual Maintenance Contracts resulting in savings of 6.8 Crs through line-item analysis and optimizing contract levers
- Conducted Knowledge Sharing Session on Cost Report Analysis to Maintenance team
- Consolidated Opening-day-requirements (ODR) for Phase #2 project of largest greenfield steel-making project of Tata Steel Limited
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery
Manager , Mechanical Maintenance
Tata Steel Limited
07.2017 - 08.2021
- Enhanced utilization of return fines by 25% through re-commissioning of Granulator based on the OEM recommendations and industry best practices
- Reduction of MTTR of liner replacement of Noduliser discharge gate by 12 hrs through modular replacement approach
- Awarded "Dream Team" for executing Wet Washing of Electrostatic Precipitators (ESP) - 1st time at Tata Steel through cross-functional collaboration
- Planning and execution of Major Shutdown Jobs with zero safety incidents and reduction in critical chain path, thereby increasing process uptime by 20%
- Formulated KPI based Review Mechanism of all Service Contracts from safe job execution to bill submission
- Developing and monitoring productivity of technical support to have engaged and competent team and enabling working environments that drives high performance
Education
MBA -
Indian Institute of Management
Kozhikode 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Mechanical Engineering
Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology
Burla, Sambalpur , India 08.2013 - 05.2017
Skills
Budget & Inventory Management
Supply Chain Management
Annual Budget Preparation
Team Development
Contract Management
Operations Management
Business development and planning
Negotiation
Report Preparation
Interpersonal Communication
Accomplishments
Linkedin's Top Inventory Management Voice
1st Female Area manager In Maintenance domain
Safety ACE winner - 2x (FY21) & Safety Patron winner FY21
Certification
ISO 9001:2015 QMS certified Auditor
Timeline
ISO 9001:2015 QMS certified Auditor
10-2023
Area Manager , Maintenance Planning
Tata Steel Limited
03.2022 - 03.2024
Manager - Maintenance Planning
Tata Steel Limited
09.2021 - 02.2022
Manager , Mechanical Maintenance
Tata Steel Limited
07.2017 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Mechanical Engineering
Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology
08.2013 - 05.2017
MBA -
Indian Institute of Management
04.2001 -