Collaborative Sustainability professional with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager -Sustainability, CSR, Comms
ReNew Power Pvt. Ltd. (NASDAQ)
10.2022 - Current
Cultivated partnerships with external stakeholders to maximize business opportunities and extend network reach within the industry sector.
Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and proactively addressing these challenges through appropriate solutions implementation.
Worked onMSCI, Refinitive, CDP and CSA of S&P platforms for ratings.
Looking after awards and certifications
Release of policies and frameworks as required
Stakeholder management for data assurance and creation of Sustainability Report- mapped to GRI, IFC etc. standards
Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Associate Director-Sustainability &Climate Change
PepsiCo GBS
02.2021 - 09.2022
Working on International strategies along with the Director of Sustainability Strategy, to determine the customary sustainability related requirements and prepare response accordingly
Charting out the analysis of customer's sustainability agenda and PepsiCo's pep+ agenda; Also, partners for sustainability partnerships Supporting the Director of Sustainability Sales Strategy in preparing the externally utilized reports and matrices for customers and new potential business
Launched new products and services with thorough market research, leading to increased revenue growth.
Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Ensured compliance with industry regulations and legal requirements by implementing comprehensive policies and training programs for staff members.
Mapping the benchmark indicators for Customers and Competitors we have with our Commercial Sustainability function in responding to the requests for information
Creating 'master data-base' of sustainability Q&A for customer questions that go beyond publicly response
Preparing the sustainability training material for the internal and external stakeholders
Project Types: Deck Preparation, Material & Content preparation on Sustainability, Data base creation (Responses and Updates), Analysis reports, Indicators for Comparative and Competitive analysis of Sustainability initiatives
Creating reports on sustainability insights
Also, working along with CSR Team as a volunteer and carrying out projects and seminars as required.
General Manager -North Zone (Industrial Projects)
UltraTech Environmental Consultancy and Laboratory
09.2018 - 02.2020
Supporting in driving the Environmental, Sustainability and ESG agenda, objectives, goals for externals and internals.
Provided guidance to internal teams on sustainability program's, risks, opportunities including Due diligence
Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
Preparing SOP for Sustainability reporting and data gathering
Working on Frameworks and ratings.
Drove the successful execution of numerous large-scale projects while closely managing costs/budgetary constraints associated with event planning/management activities.
Impanelled Expert (Engineering Projects only)
Vimta Labs
02.2017 - 09.2018
Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Worked closely with MOEF&CC and NGT
Gained strong leadership skills by presenting different projects
Proven ability to develop creative solutions to disaster management plan as per site.
Identified issues in expansion and green field projects, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Team Manager (Engineering Projects & Operations)
Kirloskar Oil & Engines Limited- KOEL (Kirloskar)
01.2017 - 02.2018
Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments, (efficient engines and FIPs) to drive green operational excellence, proper assessments on providing PPEs at relevant terminals.
Facilitated meetings to communicate team performance goals and results of different cross-functional teams.
Delivered regular team meetings for aligned work towards common goals.
Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for FDS, FPS and DMPs, implementing appropriate mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues.
Routed and integrated technical components for projects- revamping DMP during construction and operational phase. Mitigatory matrix to reduce the risk on environment. This got appreciated at Ministry level and was later absorbed as standard format for specific sites.
Developed and maintained relationships with clients and government officials to facilitate meetings and environmental clearance of the projects.
Conducted research to identify and evaluate new technologies and concepts for reduction of air pollution and encourage bioremediation.
Resolved critical issues during environmental due diligence phases, ensuring seamless project completion in one go.
Associate- Sustainable Cities
Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation
01.2015 - 07.2015
was engaged in Study & participation in designing of smart cities, which can be proposed as a framework for urban planning and proceeding toward a smart future, enabling quick access to smarter city designs.
Was part of working group in smart transporting.
Participated in writing content and secondary data collection for building nexus between energy and available resources.
Proactively identified areas for improvement, implementing solutions that led to significant cost savings in projects- SRFDP and Slum allocation to Surat, GIFT City, BRTS,
Project Coordinator
South Delhi Municipal Corporation
07.2014 - 12.2014
Identified potential risks and developed mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions to project timelines.
Wrote technical narratives to document processes and design changes.
Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
A Comprehensive study based on significant indicators & Performances of Ongoing Projects of SDMC.
The projects undertaken for study are: 100 bedded, municipality hospital, Multilevel Car Parking, RoB & RuB Flyover. An indicator chart common to all the projects was suggested, for managing the projects more efficiently.
Associate Research Manager
IIM Ahmedabad
01.2014 - 06.2014
Contributed to the development of intellectual property by co-authoring publications in top-tier academic journals.
Formulated mathematical or simulation models of problems, relating constants, and variables, conflicting objectives and related numerical parameters.
Worked live on MoEF project on Energy Plantation under Dr. Amit Garg. Surveys, literature review, primary & secondary data collection, about the Energy crop, its Yield per Season, Carbon Count & Cost Benefit Analysis and prepare a data base of energy crops.
Established strong relationships with external partners, broadening the scope of available data sources for research purposes.
Presented research findings at industry conferences, showcasing thought leadership and promoting company expertise.
Associate
Municipal Council France
10.2013 - 12.2013
Recommended complementary environmental solutions which will in return help in increasing revenue.
Led training sessions on Environment and Sustainable development
Monitored Environmental and Social metrics and performance indicators to identify areas of opportunity.
Played an integral role in launching successful green drive project adjacent to the highways.
Associate Consultant
Lavasa Corporation Limited And TERI
07.2013 - 09.2013
Conducted thorough reviews of surveys to devise and deploy improvement strategies.
Created policies and water positive road map for the SEZ.
Enhanced client satisfaction by providing tailored solutions and recommendations for their business needs on implementation front.
Established and studied Feasibility & Policy Development & CSR prospects
Trainee Engineer
Radico Khaitan
01.2013 - 05.2013
Adhered to safety procedures to comply with regulations.
Utilized advanced analytical skills to evaluate complex numerical data for informed decision-making during the planning stages of waste water management projects.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address engineering challenges holistically for ensuring feasibility of the project
Developed and implemented road map on recovering Methane from distillery’s wastes Sludge & Spent Wash and utilizing it for Electricity
Generation.
Research Associate
DRDO Bhawan
05.2012 - 10.2012
Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
Participated in research projects by designing and executing experiments.
Generated Ortho & D.E.M. of given Area collecting the Tie points, Ground Control Points, Over Laying, Mosaic, Balancing RMSE value, etc. using technical software like Rolta Geometica, Ortho Engine, Google Earth, Arc GIS, EARDAS & Primevera
Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to inform study designs and methodology decisions.
Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
Synthesized data and wrote detailed reports to present research findings to stakeholders.
Trainee
ONGC
05.2011 - 09.2011
Constructing and retrofitting the old O.N.G.C. building at Tel Bhavan, to make it eco friendly & energy efficient Green Building.
Studied Building Rating System, Building Codes & bylaws, Earthquake Resistance foundation, Retrofitting concepts, Quality Management, Engineering Designs, Dispute Management etc.
Filled out timesheets and paperwork according to identified requirements.
identified the requirements and prepared BOQ for Open area and Common hall of the building.
Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
Interacted with customers under supervision to support operational objectives.
Dharamsala, District Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India
Social Interests
Delivering Informative and Helpful Lectures/ Sessions to Women and Children in (Army Wives Welfare Association- AWWA meetings): Topics covered- Education for all age groups, Importance of water(optimized usage, techniques to save & Installing Water alarm to avoid , Women Empowerment, Women's Health (Menarche, Mensuration, PCOD, Hormonal Issues & Menopause), Food, Health and Nutrition
Volunteer in Association with Action for Autism (Understanding Autism & Working with Autistics)
Alumni Coordinator (TERI & HCST)
Volunteer in Association with Raahat (Animal welfare and Plantation Drives); Jeev Aasha (Animal Rescue)
Counselling on Interpersonal Skills
Personal Information
Location Preference: Open to Travel and Relocate
Industry Preference: Consulting Firms
Date of Birth: 02/05/92
Nationality: Indian
Hobbies and Interests
Writing, Traveling, Socialising, Communicating, Painting, Driving, Interacting with animals, Gardening
Timeline
Manager -Sustainability, CSR, Comms
ReNew Power Pvt. Ltd. (NASDAQ)
10.2022 - Current
Associate Director-Sustainability &Climate Change
PepsiCo GBS
02.2021 - 09.2022
General Manager -North Zone (Industrial Projects)
UltraTech Environmental Consultancy and Laboratory