Feb 2018 – Jun 2019 · 1 yr 4 mos · Hyderabad Area, India · On-site

• Delivered a 60% increase in EBITDA within one year for the Cement Division through strong P&L ownership, growth strategy execution, and disciplined cost management. Led a business with ₹2,500 crore in annual sales, overseeing 3,000+ employees, a 1,600-dealer network, and 4,000 retailers, while building a high-performance, engaged leadership team.

May 2014 – Feb 2018 · 3 yrs 9 mos · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

• Led a comprehensive business turnaround in a highly competitive market, delivering 6% revenue growth alongside a 38% improvement in profitability within one year.
• Reset strategic priorities across sales, operations, and execution, with a sharp focus on margin discipline, portfolio rationalization, and operating rigor.
• Rebuilt and stabilized the leadership team by filling critical roles with high-calibre talent, establishing clear accountability and performance ownership.
• Strengthened cross-functional alignment and operating cadence to improve decision-making speed, execution quality, and organizational confidence.
• Created a results-driven culture centered on ownership, collaboration, and sustained performance improvement.

Dec 2012 – Apr 2014 · 1 yr 4 mos · Mumbai Area, India · On-site

• Drove synergistic growth across multiple business verticals by partnering closely with India-based business unit leaders to shape and execute annual and five-year strategic plans. Led cross-divisional strategy and coordination for large, multi-business projects across the region, while strengthening relationships with Emerson’s strategic and cross-business customers in India. Played a key role in developing regional growth plans and enabling closer integration between the India and Middle East & Africa (MEA) regions.
• Served as Emerson’s designated regional representative for engagement with government authorities and external stakeholders. Led initiatives related to relationship building, mergers and acquisitions support, brand positioning, and the marketing of Emerson’s capabilities in the region. Provided business development and market-entry support to divisions with limited regional presence.

Aug 2008 – Dec 2012 · 4 yrs 4 mos · Chennai Area, India · On-site

• Led the Fluid Automation business through a period of accelerated growth, achieving over 50% business expansion through strong bottom-line ownership, market development, and disciplined execution. Drove customer and channel growth while strengthening sales and operations planning, demand forecasting, and resource allocation to strategic priorities.
• Led the integration of ASCO Numatics following its acquisition by Emerson, aligning organizational culture, policies, and management processes with Emerson’s operating framework.
• Oversaw end-to-end operations, including manufacturing, supply chain, inventory, quality, and project execution. Strengthened operational capability through ERP-enabled planning, process design, capacity management, and continuous improvement initiatives. Built high-performing, empowered teams and fostered a culture of ownership, collaboration, and sustained performance.

Jan 2005 – May 2008 · 3 yrs 4 mos

• As Director Operations from Jan 2005 till May 2008:
• Improved output of transmitter production for 80/day to 300/day through planned CAPEX investment and thereby increased sales to exceed budgets by over 20%. Successfully implemented 5S and LEAN.

Jan 2005 – Jan 2008 · 3 yrs

Oct 2001 – Dec 2004 · 3 yrs 2 mos

• Designed and implemented a full-fledged internal control system in line with Sarbanes and Oxley Act Requirements of US as well as Institute of Chartered Accountants of India besides other financial reporting.

Sep 1991 – Sep 1996 · 5 yrs · Ambala Area, India

• Complete administration of Area under control, Tax assessment and Collection, Conceive and execute Public Works projects, School and Hospital Administration, Conduct Local Body Elections, Public Relations with Elected Members and other Govt. Agencies, Registrar for Births and Deaths.
• Successfully cleared the IAS exams 91 Batch. Underwent training at the prestigious Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration, Mussoorie.
• Automated the Property Tax Assessment by introducing an Objective scheme of self-assessment thereby eliminating subjective assessments increased revenue collection by 29% at a reduced cost.
• Ensured harmonious relations with elected representatives like Ministers, Members of Parliament and Legislative Assemblies and Public Servants at various levels.

Jun 1987 – Sep 1991 · 4 yrs 3 mos · Chandigarh Area, India

• Selected on the basis of an All India Competitive Exam. Responsibilities included Conducting Internal Audit of all their Branch and Divisional offices in the Northern Region for Underwriting as well as Accounts,