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Vinkal Monga

Senior Manager- Operations KFC Partner Countries- India BU (SriLanka/Bangladesh/Nepal & Maldives))
Gurgaon
Vinkal Monga

Summary

Highly motivated and results-driven professional with extensive experience in Franchise Operations Management(QSR/Retail). Looking to seek a challenging role to leverage my skills in business strategy, franchise development,and operational excellence to drive growth and expand the brand's presence.

Having 18 +years with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations.

Highly skilled in applying market knowledge and customer service prowess to improve performance.

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency.

Persistent and eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Dedicated and dependable with proven success in implementing cost-reduction initiatives.

Overview

18
years of professional experience
5
years of post-secondary education
3
Languages

Work History

YUM! Restaurant India- KFC
Gurgaon

Senior Business Operations Manager
01.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Overseeing operations of 5 franchise business in 4 different countries, collaborating, facilitating and enabling them to drive financial performance and operational excellence.
  • Develop and implement strategic plans to maximize sales and profitability, including targeted marketing campaigns and cost-reduction initiatives.
  • Conduct regular visits and review performance assessments of franchisees, ensuring compliance with company standards and providing guidance and collaborate for improvements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and leads to implement new menu offerings, promotions, and operational enhancements in these countries.
  • Provide ongoing training and development for franchisees and their staff to maintain operational consistency and promote positive customer experience.
  • Act as liaison between franchisees and corporate headquarters, facilitating effective communication and addressing any issues or concerns.
  • Help franchise in building technology- BOH & FOH technology to help in process improvement.
  • Analyze financial reports and key performance indicators to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
  • Work closely with franchisees to develop and execute business plans and budgets, increasing sales and profit margins.
  • Assist in selection and onboarding of new vendors, conducting due diligence and providing support throughout onboarding process.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and best practices, proactively identifying and implementing strategies to stay ahead of competition.
  • Foster positive and collaborative working environment, leading by example and promoting culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Spearheaded projects for cost improvement & operational efficiency by identifying the need in the country/ specific franchise partner
  • Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
  • Identified cost improvement changes and cost savings plans to increase company savings.

YUM! Restaurant India- KFC
Gurgaon

Senior Manager-Restaurant Excellence & NPD
01.2021 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
  • Produced staffing matrix to provide adequate coverage for better customer experience.
  • Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Represent the “Operations voice” to the business and Marketing / Digital / IT teams & All relevant stakeholders.
  • Drive Strong partner with cross-functional teams & develop, define and execute tests for new product launches/ concept product testing, designed to drive efficiencies by cutting down manual & non-value added activities while focusing on building superior customer experience.
  • Analyze data and testing results to recommend and retest improvements on Ops KPI's and better products to customers.
  • Remain current on competitive in-store Operations and strategies. Proactively recommend actions when needed to respond to competitive activity to ensure KFC maintains best in class customer and employee experience.
  • Held monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
  • Challenged status quo & implemented successful BOH- operational efficiency changes which was taken a best practise from India to Global.
  • Part of team to build alternate equipment, vendors, testing & launching Equipments globally with SOP.

YUM! Restaurant India- KFC
Gurgaon

Manager- Home Delivery Operations
01.2019 - 12.2020

Job overview


Grow One System delivery footprints - new store openings- Pan India

  • Build business from 150cr to 1000cr+
  • Build pipeline of 3rd Party Logistics (DaaS)
  • Partner with Finance to drive P&L agenda by driving all cost efficiencies to achieve agreed flow thru
  • Strives to deliver high quality products and superior service.Sharpen focus on customer experience: GES, CCIR, DSC, Aggregator Ratings
  • Sensitize and drive sense of urgency towards delivering food in defined SLA's.
  • Sharpen focus towards compliance to Food Safety measures in Home Delivery business in India.
  • Strengthen One System ways of working to cross-pollinate know how sharing between ownerships
  • OTIF communication of promotions, campaigns and processes to Restaurant teams…through Colonel Chronicles and periodic engagement forums
  • Partner with IT to drive efficiencies on integrations and aggregator/DAAS.
  • Negotiated on SLA's/ Business/ Commissions and build business with aggregators in India for KFC.

YUM! Restaurant India- KFC
Bangalore

Manager- Marketing - LSM Equity Restaurant
07.2017 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Handled marketing for 100+ restaurant spread across- 5 states in south India.
  • Generated sponsorships with related and partnering entities to enhance marketing objectives.
  • Managed budget allocation and resource utilization to maximize marketing ROI.
  • Executed comprehensive marketing plans that consistently achieved targets for increased revenue.
  • Secured long-term accounts by recommending strategies to promote brand effectiveness and highlight product benefits.
  • Optimized email campaigns to increase open and click-through rates.
  • Conducted market research to identify new opportunities and target markets.
  • Led marketing professionals, offering mentoring and coaching to build knowledge and skills.

YUM! Restaurant India- KFC
Bangalore

Turnaround Manager- Alchemist Stores
01.2017 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Turnaround store which missing currently non-profitable by collaborating with Cross-functional partners in the organization
  • Build a strong business case and ensured all restaurants are turned positive with-in the time frame either by building topline or build efficiency in P&L.

YUM! Restaurant India- KFC
Bangalore

Area Coach of Operations
01.2014 - 12.2016

Job overview

  • Led KFC business in Bangalore city for KFC - by handling team of 500+employees & 35 +Managers.
  • Led project teams in creation, maintenance, planning and revision of training materials for targeted employee education and professional development.
  • Assessed training needs through surveys, employee interviews and consultations with managers and instructors, supporting rigorous professional development goals and enhancing team productivity.
  • Performed administrative educational support tasks, monitoring costs, scheduling classes, setting up equipment and coordinating employee enrollment.
  • Designed and created training manuals, online learning modules and instructional course materials for varying sectors and departments.
  • Established and maintained quality control standards.
  • Developed and executed performance management programs to increase employee engagement and productivity.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.

Landmark Group
Bangalore

Regional Manager- Gloria Jeans Coffee
07.2012 - 01.2013

Job overview

  • Led business of gloria jeans coffee in south india- Bangalore & Hyderabad.
  • Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty, and enhancing operations.
  • Leveraged profit opportunities by recruiting top talent and managing brand image to exceed plan performance.
  • Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
  • Identified above-average stores for acquisition of under-performing stores, and implemented change management and network restructuring strategies.
  • Boosted brand growth by devising strategic network and marketing tactics.
  • Introduced cost-saving initiatives to reduce losses and increase profit margin.

Hardcastle Restaurant India- McDonald's
Bangalore

Deputy Manger- Operations
01.2009 - 06.2012

Hardcastle Restaurant India- McDonald's
Bangalore

Restaurant General Manager
04.2007 - 12.2008

Job overview

  • Led operations for McDonald's in Bangalore by opening 10+ outlets and expanded business foot prints.
  • Maintained safe working and guest environment to reduce risk of injury and accidents.
  • Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
  • Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
  • Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations, and procedures.
  • Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
  • Prepared restaurant business plan by reviewing demands, analyzing competitors and developing projections for sales and finances.
  • Orchestrated positive customer experiences by overseeing every area of operations
  • Developed, implemented, and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.

Hardcastle Restaurant- McDonald's
Mumabi

Management Trainee
07.2005 - 06.2006

Job overview

  • Gained knowledge of company policies, protocols and processes.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members which facilitated communication, quickly resolving issues, and conflicts.
  • Assisted established management staff with operational oversight, business development, and process improvement strategies.

Education

XLRI Jamshedpur
XLRI Jamshedpur

Senior Executive Development Program from Transformational Leadership
01.2023 - 2023.09

University Overview

  • Professional development completed in several organizational Values, like Mindfulness, Self-awareness, Transformation of Self as a Role Model, Self as A process, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Compassion, Gratitude, Decision Making, Fundamental of Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Principles and processes of Dharma, Artha, and Kama.

Welingkar Institute of Management
Mumbai

PGPMS- MBA from Operations Management,Finance&BusinessDevelopment
03.2007 - 03.2009

Institute of Hotel Management
Kovalam- Trivandrum

Bachelor's Degree in Hotel Management from Hotel Management
06.2001 - 04.2004

Skills

    Operational Excellence

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Accomplishments

    Recognized by Global KFC Current CEO (Sabir Sami)- for work on KFC TeZ-Ty program - Speed & Taste- 2023

    Recognized by Global YUM! CEO- David Gibbs- for work on Kshamata Project- Building Specially able stores & diversity in KFC India.-2022

    KFC Hall of Fame Award for 2021. - Driving profitability in KFC Delivery (Home Service) Business in India by growing Top Line and making business profitable for partners.

    Recognized by Global KFC CEO (Tony Lowings) - with his personal award for making the Alchemist project a success in India and Cross Pollinating the learning to the global team-2019


Avid Traveler & Love reading behavioral economics, Meditation Practitioner


- Guide mindfulness meditation practices and offer personalized guidance to help develop a regular meditation practice.
- Create and deliver workshops and presentations on the benefits of meditation for mental health and well-being.
- Stay updated on the latest research and techniques in meditation and mindfulness.

Timeline

Senior Business Operations Manager

YUM! Restaurant India- KFC
01.2023 - Current

XLRI Jamshedpur

Senior Executive Development Program from Transformational Leadership
01.2023 - 2023.09

Senior Manager-Restaurant Excellence & NPD

YUM! Restaurant India- KFC
01.2021 - 12.2022

Manager- Home Delivery Operations

YUM! Restaurant India- KFC
01.2019 - 12.2020

Manager- Marketing - LSM Equity Restaurant

YUM! Restaurant India- KFC
07.2017 - 12.2018

Turnaround Manager- Alchemist Stores

YUM! Restaurant India- KFC
01.2017 - 12.2018

Area Coach of Operations

YUM! Restaurant India- KFC
01.2014 - 12.2016

Regional Manager- Gloria Jeans Coffee

Landmark Group
07.2012 - 01.2013

Deputy Manger- Operations

Hardcastle Restaurant India- McDonald's
01.2009 - 06.2012

Restaurant General Manager

Hardcastle Restaurant India- McDonald's
04.2007 - 12.2008

Welingkar Institute of Management

PGPMS- MBA from Operations Management,Finance&BusinessDevelopment
03.2007 - 03.2009

Management Trainee

Hardcastle Restaurant- McDonald's
07.2005 - 06.2006

Institute of Hotel Management

Bachelor's Degree in Hotel Management from Hotel Management
06.2001 - 04.2004
Vinkal MongaSenior Manager- Operations KFC Partner Countries- India BU (SriLanka/Bangladesh/Nepal & Maldives))