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
Lucknow12.2023
BBA LLB (Hons.) -
ICFAI University
Dehradun12.2011
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