Manager- COE (Center of Excellence) - RHYTHM INNOVATION - Bhubaneswar, Odisha
(2025-09)
- Results-driven SaaS Leader specializing in safety, worker's risk, and logistics solutions with a strong focus on operational excellence.
- Adept at cross-functional leadership, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decision-making to improve performance, reliability, and customer outcomes.
- Recognized for building high-performing teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. Making the bridge out of client to internal stake holders as a subject matter expert for the organization.
Senior Manager Risk Service (Head- Safety & Operations) - CHOLA MS RISK SERVICE - Chennai, Tamilnadu
(2021-07 - 2025-07)
- Directed enterprise-wide HSE strategy and governance for large-scale manufacturing operations. (Had handled a large operation of deployment project like Alumina, Steel, Oil & Gas & other manufacturing industries. Handled a size of 75 plus safety officers & experts)
- Established and led ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management System implementation and certification. Developed corporate HSE policies, standards, and SOP frameworks aligned with statutory and global best practices.
- Led HIRA, Bow-Tie risk modelling, and critical risk management for furnaces, molten metal, cranes, and high-voltage systems.
- Chaired Safety Committee and drove leadership engagement to strengthen safety culture and accountability. Oversaw accident, incident, and near-miss investigations with root cause analysis and enterprise corrective action tracking. Managed emergency preparedness programs including fire, explosion, gas leak, and disaster response drills.
- Directed contractor HSE management systems and ensured compliance across multi-vendor high-risk operations.
- Conducted internal and external HSE audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance gap closure programs with CAPA Tracking.
- Implemented behavioural safety and proactive leading indicators to reduce TRIR and LTIFR. Managed occupational health programs for heat stress, noise, dust, fumes, and ergonomics monitoring.
- HSE dashboards, KPIs, and board-level safety performance reporting.
- Liaised with government authorities, auditors, and certification bodies for statutory and ISO compliance. Built and mentored HSE teams, defined organizational structure, and competency development frameworks.
- Led pan-India logistics and road safety verticals, overseeing large teams (45+) and enterprise-wide safety outcomes.
- Conducted cargo loss minimization studies and in-plant traffic movement assessments across industrial sites. Led safety training, audits, and the development of compliant safety strategies for warehouses, manufacturing units, offices, refineries, and high-risk industries.
- with extensive experience in traffic risk assessments, cargo loss minimization, and warehouse/plant hazard management across diverse industries. Delivered 350+ training sessions, 55+ road safety campaigns, and 500+ vehicle inspections while leading 100+ audits and 45+ incident investigations
- Skilled in designing safety strategies, JRM studies, and operational frameworks that drive compliance, efficiency, and risk mitigation at scale. Proven track record in leading teams, optimizing processes, and implementing long-term safety improvements.
Head Safety & Security - CHOLA MS RISK SERVICE - Deputed @ Nippon Express (India) Pvt Ltd
(2018-01 - 2021-07)
- Leading PAN India Safety & Security operations across Nippon Express India's entire business footprint, including 46 warehouses, 12 airport-based ICDs, and 34 offices (corporate and regional locations).
- Annual General Safety Audits: Led audits across warehouses, ICDs, and offices, covering electrical, fire, and emergency systems; tracked non-compliances and ensured closure. Conducted DG stack noise studies for compliance.
- Ensuring Statutory Compliance: Managed all statutory approvals including Fire NOCs, Factory Licenses, PCB, PESO, and hazardous material clearances; coordinated with certified engineers for DG compliance.
- ISO Implementation & Internal Auditing: Implemented ISO 9001, 14001, 45001; acted as Internal Lead Auditor and conducted nationwide transport, fleet, and warehouse audits.
- Risk Mitigation & SOP Development: Developed corporate risk guidelines and SOPs for stacking, loading, material handling, and route risk assessments
- Driver & Equipment Operator Training: Conducted Defensive Driving and forklift training programs across all warehouses and ICDs, ensuring consistent safety standards.
Bulk Distribution & Transport Safety In charge - LINDE INDIA LIMITED (Formerly known as BOC India LTD) - Selaquie, Uttarakhand
(2016-03 - 2018-01)
- Responsible for Entire Distribution in northern region by doing planning, Contract management, drivers management, Maintenance, Transport Safety etc. (Maintaining 52 Tankers)
- Addition to it have responsible for northern region package plant operation and transport safety managing for 3 plants.
Bulk Distribution Planner & Transport Safety - AIR LIQUIDE INDIA HOLDING Pvt Ltd - New Delhi
(2015-06 - 2016-03)
- Responsible for planning for both the state (Gujrat & Maharashtra) deliveries by enhancing the customer satisfaction and ensure for ZERO supply failures.
- Coordinating with Transporters by deploying the vehicle on time for on time service. Customer satisfaction and product supply reliability through timely and alert engagement with sales and planning.
- Route planning, Driver's safety, enroute JSA, JRM, Safety monitoring. Looking after transport safety for the plant and enroute.
Logistics & Safety In charge - BROTHERS DISTRIBUTION CO.LLC - Ajman, Dubai
(2014-06 - 2015-06)
- Distribution & Plant Safety Management: Develop and execute cost-effective distribution and plant safety plans, ensuring on-time delivery and strict adherence to safety standards as per the UAE governance and safety protocols.
- Driver, Fleet & Plant Operations: Oversee driver selection, training, fleet management, and plant operations, implementing SOPs, preventive maintenance, and safety compliance to meet customer and regulatory requirements.
- Compliance & Training: Ensure timely completion of driver and plant staff training, statutory documentation, and adherence to UAE labour, civil defence, and safety regulations.
- Performance, Risk & Reporting: Monitor productivity, implement quality and safety measures, conduct audits, and compile regional safety dashboards for warehouses and plants.
- Customer Satisfaction & Cost Control: Maintain high driver and staff engagement, manage operational costs, and ensure safe, reliable, and timely product delivery.
Distribution & Safety In charge (Angul Package Plant, Jamshedpur TATA-ASU, Faridabad Package and bulk Unit) - PRAXAIR INDIA PVT LTD - Angul-Odisha & Jamshedpur-Jharkhand & Faridabad-Haryana
(2011-03 - 2014-05)
- Operations Discipline & Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to company distribution safety protocols, track SHE plans, safety alerts, unit assessments, JSOs, dashboards, and monthly MIS reporting (country & global).
- Transporter, Driver & Fleet Management: Manage drivers, loaders, and fleet operations to meet 100% customer requirements; oversee selection, training, SOP compliance, and preventive maintenance.
- Safety Performance & Route Optimization: Maintain PVA/PVI rates and safety goals per SHE plan; conduct route surveys for safe and cost-effective operations.
- Distribution Safety Oversight: Organize safety meetings, compile dashboards, analyze JSO/SOS, and drive continuous improvement through KPIs and data monitoring.
- Compliance, Training & Engagement: Ensure statutory compliance of all distribution hardware, licenses, and vehicle documentation; train and mentor drivers, foster high engagement, and manage variable pay.
- Cost & Delivery Management: Deliver VCD & PCD within plan controlling driver, fuel, and trip expenses.
Executive Warehouse & Transport - DHL Lemuir Logistics India Pvt Ltd - Bengaluru, Karnataka
(2009-03 - 2011-03)
- Transport, Dispatch & Safety Operations: Managed end-to-end transport and dispatch operations, ensuring on-time delivery, service quality, profitability, and strict adherence to transport safety standards.
- Operational Rollout & Customer Service: Rolled out and managed local transport services, ensuring safe execution, regulatory compliance, and high customer satisfaction.
- Warehouse Picking & Dispatch Control: Oversaw multi-SKU picking, packing, and dispatch operations, ensuring accuracy, safety, and SOP compliance
- Financial, Vendor & Risk Management: Managed monthly financial provisions aligned to KPIs, negotiated transporter and subcontractor bills, developed salvage vendors, and mitigated transport-related risks.
- Claims, Incidents & KPI Governance: Handled transport-related complaints, claims, and incident resolutions; monitored claims KPIs and conducted weekly, monthly, and quarterly reviews using customer scorecards.
- Training & Stakeholder Coordination: Supported supervisor training programs and coordinated with statutory authorities to ensure transport safety and operational compliance.
Executive Key Accounts Logistics- (For 9 clients) - SAFEXPRESS PRIVATE LIMITED - Bengaluru, Karnataka
(2006-05 - 2009-03)
- Client & Transporter Management: Managed small transporters for three key clients, overseeing bookings, pickups, and timely deliveries. Built strong client relationships from onboarding through ongoing account management to ensure retention and long-term engagement.
- Service Delivery & Operations Control: Ensured zero missed pickups, monitored attendance, resolved client queries and deviations, and tracked consignments for same-day connectivity and delivery within defined timelines.
- Revenue, Yield & Growth Management: Drove monthly and quarterly sales growth, manage client yield, ensured annual rate enhancements, and supported revenue optimization initiatives.
- Billing, Payments & MIS: Ensured timely payment collections, managed POD flow, prepared MIS for credit clients, and handled deviations and escalations.
- Performance Governance & Reviews: Prepared quarterly PKI reports, presented performance in monthly review meetings, and conducted regular client visits.
- Stakeholder & BRM Enablement: Coordinated with allocated BRMs, delivered training for improved service quality, and ensured seamless customer experience across the network.
