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Utsav Parashar

Raipur

Summary

Supply chain leader with extensive experience in strategic procurement and logistics optimization, achieving 95% logistics readiness. Proven track record in supplier governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, delivering impactful results in high-pressure environments. Skilled in streamlining operations and negotiating cost reductions, enhancing supply chain efficiency. Successfully led cross-functional teams to meet objectives and improve operational workflows.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head – Supply Chain & Export-Import Operations

GOELD Frozen Foods
Raipur
01.2023 - Current
  • Spearheaded procurement and supply chain strategies, realizing 15% cost reduction and 25% inventory decrease.
  • Optimized distribution networks to enhance on-time delivery to 95% while reducing logistics costs by 15%.
  • Implemented supplier governance frameworks with KPI monitoring and risk controls to enforce vendor accountability.
  • Managed export-import operations to ensure compliance with international trade regulations.
  • Leveraged SAP and WMS systems for demand-driven inventory planning and improved cross-border visibility.
  • Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities and drive growth.
  • Negotiated contracts with clients, establishing beneficial agreements for both parties.
  • Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders to promote collaboration and support.

Director Supply Chain

Indian Air Force
Patna
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Directed supply chain and procurement operations, ensuring compliance and risk management standards.
  • Managed security budgets exceeding ₹5 Cr annually and infrastructure projects up to ₹300 Cr.
  • Enhanced logistics readiness from 85% to 95% through supplier oversight and governance mechanisms.
  • Led mobilization of ₹50 Cr in mission-critical assets with comprehensive planning and training.
  • Achieved recognition from Chief of Air Staff (2020) for operational leadership excellence.
  • Executed anti-hijack exercises and implemented aviation security protocols, ensuring error-free operations.
  • Collaborated inter-agency to enhance project execution and operational efficiency.

Head of Supply Chain

Indian Air Force
Leh Ladakh (Kargil)
01.2018 - 12.2020
  • Directed complex supply chain and procurement operations, ensuring compliance with risk management and operational excellence standards.
  • Managed annual security budgets exceeding ₹5 Cr and infrastructure projects valued at ₹300 Cr, optimizing value and execution timelines.
  • Enhanced logistics readiness from 85% to 95% through effective supplier oversight and governance mechanisms.
  • Led mobilization of mission-critical assets worth ₹50 Cr, coordinating end-to-end planning, training, and inter-agency collaboration.
  • Recognized for operational leadership by Chief of Air Staff in 2020 and Air Officer Commanding in 2018.
  • Conducted anti-hijack exercises and implemented aviation security protocols, achieving zero-error operations in high-stakes environments.

Senior Manager Supply Chain

Indian Air Force
Jamnagar
01.2015 - 12.2018
  • Directed supply chain and procurement operations for Ministry of Defence, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
  • Managed security budgets exceeding ₹5 Cr annually and infrastructure projects valued at ₹300 Cr, optimizing value and execution timelines.
  • Enhanced logistics readiness from 85% to 95% through supplier oversight and governance initiatives.
  • Mobilized mission-critical assets worth ₹50 Cr, overseeing planning, training, and collaboration across agencies.
  • Received recognition from Chief of Air Staff in 2020 and Air Officer Commanding in 2018 for outstanding leadership.
  • Executed anti-hijack exercises and established aviation security protocols, achieving zero-error operations under pressure.

Deputy Manager Supply Chain

Indian Air Force
Hasimara
01.2012 - 12.2015
  • Directed supply chain and procurement operations, ensuring compliance and risk management standards.
  • Managed annual security budgets exceeding ₹5 Cr and infrastructure projects up to ₹300 Cr.
  • Enhanced logistics readiness from 85% to 95% through supplier oversight and governance mechanisms.
  • Coordinated mobilization of ₹50 Cr mission-critical assets with comprehensive planning and training.
  • Received recognition for operational leadership from Chief of Air Staff in 2020 and Air Officer Commanding in 2018.
  • Conducted anti-hijack exercises, implementing aviation security protocols for zero-error operations.
  • Established effective inter-agency collaboration to optimize project execution and resource allocation.

Education

MBA - Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Indian Institute of Management
Lucknow
12.2023

BBA LLB (Hons.) -

ICFAI University
Dehradun
12.2011

Skills

  • Supply chain strategy and operations
  • Strategic procurement and supplier governance
  • Business continuity and risk management
  • Regulatory compliance and trade compliance
  • Process improvement and automation
  • Stakeholder engagement and team leadership
  • KPI and SLA optimization
  • Performance excellence in logistics

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP), 2023
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt & Green Belt, 2022
  • Intelligence & Security Operations, Max Security, Israel

Languages

  • English, Fluent
  • Hindi, Fluent

Timeline

Head – Supply Chain & Export-Import Operations

GOELD Frozen Foods
01.2023 - Current

Director Supply Chain

Indian Air Force
01.2021 - 12.2022

Head of Supply Chain

Indian Air Force
01.2018 - 12.2020

Senior Manager Supply Chain

Indian Air Force
01.2015 - 12.2018

Deputy Manager Supply Chain

Indian Air Force
01.2012 - 12.2015

MBA - Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Indian Institute of Management

BBA LLB (Hons.) -

ICFAI University
Utsav Parashar