Feb 2024 – Nov 2024 · 9 mos · New Delhi, Delhi, India · On-site

• Executive Leadership & Operational Excellence
• Partnered with the CEO and leadership team to shape and execute the company’s strategic roadmap.
• Oversaw core functions—including Production, Marketing, and Sales—to drive operational efficiency and growth.
• Managed budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Led process improvement initiatives to boost efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Proactively identified and mitigated risks to maintain compliance and operational safety.
• Built and nurtured strategic partnerships to accelerate business expansion.
• Directed crisis management efforts, ensuring continuity and resilience during disruptions.
• Championed adoption of technology solutions to streamline operations and enhance productivity.

Jun 2022 – Jan 2024 · 1 yr 7 mos · Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India · Hybrid

• Electric Vehicle (EV) Project Leadership
• Successfully led the end-to-end execution of the company’s Electric Vehicle (EV) project.
• Appointed top-tier technical consultants from across India to drive innovation and implementation.
• Engaged with international partners in Europe and Asia to facilitate joint ventures and technology transfer.
• Coordinated with multiple government ministries to secure licenses, technical benefits, and subsidies.
• Established dedicated R&D workshops focused on E-Axle and Motor development.
• Recruited and onboarded specialized technical executives for key roles across the project lifecycle.

Feb 2020 – May 2022 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India · On-site

• Founder & CEO – Key Responsibilities & Impact
• Provided end-to-end leadership across business development, operations, administration, and compliance.
• Led from the front in strategy, execution, and decision-making for all functional areas.
• Directed statutory responsibilities and ensured full regulatory compliance.
• Spearheaded marketing, production, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Built and executed strategic plans for growth, partnerships, and long-term sustainability.
• Managed financial performance, cash flow planning, and risk mitigation.
• Drove organizational structure, team building, and performance culture.
• Represented the company in high-stakes negotiations, alliances, and commercial discussions.
• Oversaw innovation, process improvements, and implementation of scalable systems.

Apr 2018 – Nov 2019 · 1 yr 7 mos · Indore

• Operational Excellence & Process Leadership
• Established internal quality standards across operations to ensure superior customer experience and SLA compliance.
• Identified process inefficiencies and implemented improvements to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Streamlined workflows by eliminating redundant procedures, reducing turnaround times.
• Developed and executed business-aligned processes in line with organizational guidelines.
• Led process improvement initiatives to boost operational efficiency and performance.
• Conducted internal audits and reviews to ensure compliance with defined systems and standards.
• Partnered with stakeholders on strategic planning, organizational design, and talent transformation.
• Set annual business goals and conducted regular performance reviews to drive expansion and execution success.

Jul 2001 – Jan 2018 · 16 yrs 6 mos · India

• Finance, Accounts & Compliance Leadership
• Finalized and consolidated accounts in compliance with IAS and company accounting standards.
• Prepared periodic budgets and forecasts; managed accounts and stores for Indore & Baddi units.
• Oversaw international accounting, industrial packing, and pan-India account consolidation.
• Handled statutory, internal, and company law audits, including IMA and external auditors.
• Reviewed financial and operational MIS reports; completed India-level financial consolidation.
• Managed banking, finance, debtors/creditors control, commercial matters, and book-keeping.
• Supervised monthly inventory valuation, logistics, and stores across multiple locations.
• Administered tax compliance for Sales Tax, Income Tax, Excise, and Service Tax (Indore, Bangalore & Baddi).
• Liaised with government departments for statutory filings and regulatory compliance.
• Designed business strategies to enhance profitability and support organizational goals.
• Coordinated with auditors to ensure timely audits and implementation of recommendations.
• Prepared MIS reports for leadership on financial health, credit control, and profitability.
• Negotiated with banks and institutions for fund and non-fund-based finance to support operations and projects.

Jan 2000 – Jun 2001 · 1 yr 5 mos

• Financial Planning, Budgeting & Banking Operations
• Managed daily cash flow projections and monthly forecasts for sales and marketing expenditures.
• Reconciled accounts for 450+ debtors and ensured timely clearing of credit notes.
• Oversaw budgeting, expense control, and vendor/distributor payment disbursements.
• Designed competitive, seasonally aligned pricing structures to support market positioning.
• Submitted government and institutional tenders, including to cement and fertilizer sectors.
• Handled fund flow management to ensure liquidity for operations and projects.
• Managed banking operations, including coordination for working capital limits and loan documentation.
• Negotiated interest rates and banking terms with financial institutions to optimize cost of capital.
• Ensured compliance with banking covenants and reporting obligations.
• Facilitated timely submission of stock and financial statements to banks for credit management.
• Monitored credit exposure and optimized fund utilization across accounts.