Anil Kumar Ghildiyal

Co-Founder

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India24 yrs 5 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

20+ years in operations and supply chain leadership.
Expert in building scalable operating models.
Proven track record in driving operational excellence.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Supply Chain and Operations expert with extensive experience in logistics and rural commerce.

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Skills

Core Skills

Supply Chain ManagementOperations ManagementP&l ManagementLogistics ManagementWarehouse ManagementProcurement

Other Skills

Vendor ManagementecommerceTeam ManagementVendor NegotiationContract ManagementMaterials ManagementInventory ManagementCRMTransportation ManagementReverse LogisticsSupply Chain OperationsDemand Forecasting

About

Results-driven operations leader with 20+ years of experience leading end-to-end business operations, supply chain, and large-scale execution across start-ups and multinational organizations. Proven ability to translate business strategy into execution by building scalable operating models that drive growth, efficiency, and profitability. Demonstrated expertise in managing P&L-driven operations, optimizing cost structures, and strengthening service delivery across complex logistics, warehousing, and distribution networks. Strong track record of improving unit economics, driving operational excellence, and enabling business expansion across regions. With global exposure across EMEA and APAC, led cross-functional teams, vendor ecosystems, and high-impact supply chain initiatives. Recognized for strategic thinking, hands-on leadership, and the ability to consistently deliver measurable business outcomes in dynamic, high-growth environments.

Experience

24 yrs 5 mos

Total Experience

3 yrs

Average Tenure

9 yrs

Current Experience

1bridge

Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer

Jun 2017 – Present · 9 yrs · Greater Bengaluru Area

Building and scaling Ruban Bridge (Rural–Urban Bridge), through the brand ‘1Bridge’, to deliver differentiated rural customer experiences and drive inclusive, livelihood-focused growth.
Enabling the 1Bridge App to evolve into a trusted, one-stop platform offering innovative solutions across rural commerce, financial inclusion, and last-mile delivery.
Scaling and managing a vast network of rural entrepreneurs, fostering micro-entrepreneurship and unlocking sustainable income opportunities across rural markets.
Championing women empowerment by enabling rural women to participate in entrepreneurship and enhance their earning potential.
Building a robust, localized supply chain ecosystem connecting farmers, distributors, and end consumers to drive efficiency, accessibility, and inclusivity.
Driving the development of a green logistics network, integrating sustainable transportation, route optimization, and eco-friendly practices to reduce carbon footprint and improve operational efficiency.
Designing and implementing an AI-enabled logistics platform to optimize routing, improve address accuracy, and enhance delivery efficiency—resulting in higher service reliability and reduced operating costs.
Bridging the rural–urban divide through strategic initiatives such as the ‘Kutumb’ loyalty program, enabling rural consumers to access exclusive benefits and enhanced experiences.

Supply Chain ManagementOperations ManagementLogistics ManagementVendor ManagementP&L Managementecommerce

Gati-kwe

Head - Regional Operations (Head-EDC)

Jun 2015 – Jun 2017 · 2 yrs · National Capital Region

Managed the P&L for the regions with annual business of > INR 300 CR
Headed the ground operations for B2B & B2C for multiple territories (NCR, South & West zones)
Managed all products of GATI / GKE (Surface Express, Air Express, eCom Operations, e-Fulfillment Centres & 3PL Operations)
Developed process flow and revamped operation to achieve operational excellence
Network Expansion & Capacity Building
Fleet Management for B2B & B2C; Managed >60 routes/day & 300 Operating fleet
Vendor & Service Partner on-boarding pan India, Route creation & optimization
Contract management - Drafting SOW, SOP & SLA
Surfaced new revenue opportunities, enhanced pipeline to boost revenue, sales allocation
Brand visibility, brand value creation in new locations / market
Led 600-strong team comprising senior managers, managers & executives
Training & Development of the team
TQM at all Operating Units & Distribution Centers for cost effectiveness
Optimization of resources & cost control for positive EBITDA

P&L ManagementVendor ManagementLogistics ManagementOperations ManagementTeam Management

Gati limited

2 roles

Zonal Head - eCommerce Buisness

Promoted

May 2014 – Jun 2015 · 1 yr 1 mo · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Manager- Warehouse & Supply Chain Operations

Dec 2008 – Sep 2011 · 2 yrs 9 mos · Bangalore

Managed End-to-End Warehousing Operations for an area of more than 2lakh sqft
Team management - Handling a team of 20 comprising AM's, TLs & Executives
Implemented and handled end to end DC operations for one of the major FMCG clients (Tesco Retail India)
Managed Routing & Store Fulfillment for major Hypermarkets (Star Bazar)
Vendor Negotiation
Stock Accuracy & Control for all Projects
Led the training & development of the entire team
Minimizing performance bottleneck for high productivity with maximum utilization of men, materials and machine

Warehouse ManagementTeam ManagementVendor NegotiationSupply Chain Management

Kuehne-nagel india

Business Manager- Integrated Logistics

Sep 2011 – Apr 2014 · 2 yrs 7 mos · Bangalore,India

Managed non-asset based logistic operations
Concept development & Solution selling (to reduce logistic spend & process improvement) as a
service for customer supply chain
Process Designing & implementation for new businesses
Managing and selecting 3PL service providers for various projects across the business unit
Vendor Negotiation (National & International)
Site identification and acquisition
KPI Monitoring & Vendor performance evaluation
Effective resource planning and allocation
Process Improvement for cost effectiveness & managing LSP performance
P&L Management

Logistics ManagementVendor ManagementP&L Management

Te connectivity

Purchase Specialist

Jun 2007 – Nov 2007 · 5 mos

Ibm india

Procurement Professional - Global Sourcing

Jan 2007 – May 2007 · 4 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

Handled procurement process for APAC region
Vendor Selection and finalization; Discover profitable suppliers and initiate business partnerships
Contract Management (RFQ, Negotiation & PO)
Development and Implementation of key procurement strategies, contingency plans
Performed risk management for supply contracts and agreements using tools like DNB reports etc
Ensured a smooth payable process (Between suppliers & Global Accounts Team)

Hewlett packard india sales pvt ltd.

Material Planner

Jun 2000 – Sep 2006 · 6 yrs 3 mos · Delhi,Bangalore

All aspects of Inventory Planning, Material availability, Cost savings & Smooth operations
Driving cost-reduction initiatives, eliminating non-value added processes & complete re-engineering of processes & systems
Customer retention by timely procurement & distribution of materials & equipment
Maintain inventory targets set by the Asia Pacific Team
Disposal of scrap to achieve cost savings
Stock Value Calculation for new businesses
Spare part management & Inventory Control
MSL (Minimum Stock Level) across all warehouses & ensured timely replenishment via effective order management
Spearheaded Mission Critical Planning for Enterprise customers with 100% spares hit rate

ProcurementContract Management