Raju Waghmare
Administration & Operations Manager with 18+ years of experience
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Administration & Operations Manager with 18+ years of experience across Media Production, Infrastructure, and Pharmaceutical industries. Expertise in facility management, vendor management, HR payroll coordination, procurement, and office operations. Proven ability to manage teams and ensure smooth business operations.
Experience
Manager – Administration (HR & Admin) - Maddock Films Pvt. Ltd. - Santacruz (West), Mumbai
(2020-03 - 2026-03)
- Manage end-to-end office operations and facility administration ensuring smooth day-to-day functioning
- Supervise housekeeping, maintenance, and cafeteria teams to maintain high workplace standards
- Handle vendor lifecycle management including onboarding, negotiation, and performance monitoring
- Coordinate employee travel, accommodation, and guest hospitality services
- Oversee asset management and inventory control ensuring accurate tracking and reporting
- Support budget planning and monitor administrative expenses for cost efficiency
- Ensure seamless coordination across departments for operational requirements
- Manage purchase requisitions and service requests in collaboration with internal teams
- Ensure timely submission of bills and requisitions to accounts
- Security Operations: Managed end-to-end site security, including vendor coordination, access control, and incident reporting
- Attendance Systems: Supervised biometric attendance tracking for 500+ employees and streamlined the payroll data collection process
- Maintained detailed logs of security incidents and conducted root-cause analysis to enhance site safety
- Supervised 24/7 CCTV surveillance and coordinated periodic patrolling to mitigate security risks and prevent unauthorized entry
HR – Payroll & Administration - J. Kumar Infraprojects Ltd.
(2016-06 - 2020-03)
- Managed payroll processing for ~1000 employees ensuring accuracy and timely disbursement
- Maintained attendance systems and handled payroll calculations and compliance
- Processed employee reimbursements and expense claims
- Coordinated labour accommodation and residential facilities
- Managed guest house operations and administrative arrangements
- Maintained HR documentation and coordinated with HR & Accounts teams
Commercial Executive - Balaji Telefilms Ltd.
(2013-01 - 2016-12)
- Managed procurement and supply chain for production requirements
- Handled vendor negotiations and ensured timely delivery of materials
- Coordinated with production and creative teams during shoots
- Managed purchase of shooting equipment and materials
- Maintained expense tracking and handled cash flow for operations
- Prepared operational and expense reports for management review
- Supported office administration and IT equipment procurement
Executive – Sales Administration - Unichem Laboratories Ltd.
(2010-01 - 2013-12)
Promoted within 3 years based on performance and efficiency
- Coordinated with Regional and Zonal Managers for sales operations
- Maintained CRM data and prepared MIS reports
- Ensured timely reporting and smooth communication across teams
Senior Officer – Sales Administration - Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
(2008-01 - 2010-12)
Started career as Junior Officer and promoted to Senior Officer
- Managed sales administration processes and reporting
- Prepared HR-related documents including offer and confirmation letters
- Maintained employee records, Expenses, Incentives and CRM database
- Supported internal coordination and reporting systems
Recovery Department – Team Leader - Tata Teleservices Ltd.
(2006-03 - 2007-12)
Education
Master of Arts - M.A. - Mumbai University (2008-01)
Bachelor of Arts - B.A. - Mumbai University (2005-01)
H.S.C. - Maharashtra State Board (2002-01)
S.S.C. - Maharashtra State Board (2000-01)