Vaibhav Gupta
Faridabad
Summary
B-Tech. in Mechanical Engineering with 10+ year's work experience in Manufacturing operations/Supply Chain Management Operations/Project Management/Vendor Development.
Experienced operations professional with strong focus on optimizing processes and driving results. Expertise in project management, strategic planning, and resource allocation. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to changing needs. Dependable leader with keen ability to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Associate Director of Operations
CapGrid Solutions Private Limited
Gurgaon
09.2022 - Current
- Oversaw the implementation of new technology systems to modernize operations and increase overall efficiency.
- Managed complex projects with tight deadlines, ensuring timely completion and seamless execution.
- Developed strong relationships with key partners, suppliers, and vendors, resulting in improved collaboration and cost savings.
- Initiated process improvements that led to increased output without sacrificing quality or customer service standards.
- Established performance metrics to track progress against organizational goals, providing valuable insights for continuous improvement efforts.
- Reduced overhead expenses through strategic budget management, vendor negotiations, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Identified and pursued business development opportunities to grow organization and increase revenue.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
Senior Manager - Project Lead
CapGrid Solutions Private Limited
Gurgaon
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Coordinates and directs the Project team of 37 people across PAN India
- Setup of new part line at supplier's end.
- Process establishment for the conversion of RM to finished goods at supplier's end.
- Capacity planning and volume sign-off as per the requirement
- Setup of Cloud Manufacturing in Supplier Plant based on the monthly requirement.
- Coordination with NPD team for VA/VE & CRE realization YoY
- Volume Ramp-up using both low cost and high-cost KAIZENS
- Collaborates with fellow members of the site leadership team in developing and aligning plans to support business strategies
- Leads the operations team and is responsible for staffing, budget attainment, workload forecasting, and succession planning
Project Manager
Escorts Kubota India
11.2019 - 10.2021
- Facility planning for the establishment of Before Paint Production Line
- Facility Designing and procurement based on the model selection
- Preparation of Assembly Process Flow with Model Mix
- Preparation of the Standard Operating Procedures
- Layout Preparation and Implementation on Assembly Line
- Manpower Finalization & Line Balancing
- Purchase of all Tools and Indirect material required for assembly unit
- In charge of New Model Proto Assembly and training
- Assembly simulation of new variants on production line and closure of ORCs
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
Deputy Manager (New Project Development - Sourcing)
Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd. Swaraj Division
10.2018 - 11.2019
- Coordinating with R&D for the Drawing reviews based on suppliers manufacturing feasibility.
- Preparation of 'Request For Quotations' for new parts and taking quotes from the potential suppliers.
- Assessing quotations received from suppliers both technically and commercially.
- Preparing ZBC ('Zero base costing') to assess the budget cost Vs actual cost.
- Prepare SBC ('Should be costing') Data for every part and negotiate for supplier quotations.
- To Approve the VOB (Vendor on Board).
- Creation of Purchase Orders and Vendor Pricing details in the System.
- Follow-up with vendors for the timely delivery of parts and arranging a sample lot with inspection reports for Quality Inspection.
- Plan for the readiness of 'Start of Volume Production' of new parts and control the inventory as well.
- Fulfillment of PPAP requirements for the approved vendors in coordination with Quality team.
- Deciding the Share OF Business for each supplier considering capacity requirement / vendor budget/ cost effectiveness.
- Assessing Vendor's performance based on their ratings for parameters like FTR , Rejection , Adherence and cost competency and taking necessary actions.
- Risk mitigation by developing alternate suppliers for the bottleneck commodities.
- Proposing alternate suppliers to get COST BENEFITS and maintaining the product quality simultaneously.
Assistant Manager (Project Coordinator)
Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd. Swaraj Division
09.2014 - 10.2018
- Interfacing with cross-functional departments for ascertaining New products implementation plans. Primary plant interface between R&D, internal departments and functional peers.
- Co-ordinate with development team for the procurement of new parts related to ENGINEERING CHANGES.
- Cost reduction finalization for CRE projects.
- Generating shortage and coordinate the parts procurement for new MODELS.
- Planning, managing and execution of new part/model trials on assembly line.
- Closure of PPAP related documents with Assy./ME/Plant Quality.
- To review the PFMEA for any change with the support of ECN CFT.
- Process development for new products in support with R&D and Manufacturing Engineering.
- Generating tooling/machine requirement for new models and installation of the same in alignment to manufacturing engineering department.
Graduate Apprentice Training - Projects
Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd. Automotive Sector
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Supervised Chassis line of bolero production unit & handled a team of 41 operators.
- Worked on a project for the improvement in effectiveness of HVAC system of Bolero.
- Co-ordinated with R&D and Part development team for the resolution of problem 'Harness Coupler Broken'
Summer Intern: Assembly Department
Tata Motors Ltd.
01.2013 - 03.2013
- Worked on a project for the 'Identification and prevention of defects encountered in Pre dispatch inspection of Vehicle'.
Education
B.tech - Mechanical Engineering
College of Engineering Roorkee
Dehradun 01.2010 - 01.2014
Class 12th - Science Stream
Brooklyn School
Dehradun 01.2009 - 01.2010
Class 10th - Science Stream
Brooklyn School
Dehradun 01.2007 - 01.2008
Skills
- Coordination: Strong coordination with the allied departments
- Team Management: Strong coordination with ECN CFT
Operational excellence
Cost reduction
Executive leadership
Accomplishments
- SWARAJ UNNATI Award for the successful implementation of CRE projects
- MAHINDRA YELLOW BELT certification for successfully achieving 40% reduction in 'Engineering change implementation'
- SPOT Award for 'Highest ever implementation of New ECN's/ Models in a financial year'
- SPOT Award for the '30% reduction in ECN implementation lead time'
- SWARAJ UNNATI Award for 'Maintaining Zero Obsolescence of ECN related material'
- SPOT Award from Vice President Manufacturing for excellent work on MIS generation related
- 'Amul Vidhya Bhushan' Award for being the boards topper in 12th class
- 2 years scholarship on school fees for being the best performer
Workshops And Seminars
- Professional Development Workshop organized by 'OXYGEN'
- Mahindra Yellow Belt Training organized by 'Mahindra Institute of Quality'
- Attended PFMEA workshop
- Safety module workshop in Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd.
Personal Information
- Father's Name: Mr. Nigam Chand Gupta
- Date of Birth: 11/11/93
Timeline
Associate Director of Operations
CapGrid Solutions Private Limited
09.2022 - Current
Senior Manager - Project Lead
CapGrid Solutions Private Limited
11.2021 - 08.2022
Project Manager
Escorts Kubota India
11.2019 - 10.2021
Deputy Manager (New Project Development - Sourcing)
Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd. Swaraj Division
10.2018 - 11.2019
Assistant Manager (Project Coordinator)
Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd. Swaraj Division
09.2014 - 10.2018
Graduate Apprentice Training - Projects
Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd. Automotive Sector
01.2013 - 01.2014
Summer Intern: Assembly Department
Tata Motors Ltd.
01.2013 - 03.2013
B.tech - Mechanical Engineering
College of Engineering Roorkee
01.2010 - 01.2014
Class 12th - Science Stream
Brooklyn School
01.2009 - 01.2010
Class 10th - Science Stream
Brooklyn School
01.2007 - 01.2008
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