Sandeep Kukreti

A dynamic and strategic leader with over 31 years of experience—including around 10 years in the Indian Army and 21 years in Corporate leadership roles across Real estate, Procurement, facilities, HSSE, and General administration. Proven track record of delivering cost-efficient, scalable, and sustainable real estate portfolios and multi-site operational excellence across India and the Subcontinent. Expert in end-to-end real estate lifecycle management, lease negotiation, facility optimization, strategic procurement, team development, and cross-functional leadership.

Highly adept at transforming operational frameworks, enhancing governance, and delivering multi-million-euro savings through data-driven and sustainability-focused strategies.

General Manager - Global Real Estate Management India & Sub Continent - DB Schenker - German Leading MNC in Logistics Space - India and Bangladesh

(2010-01)

• Led a strategic portfolio of 75+ sites totalling 5 million sq. ft. (leased WHs & offices across India and Bangladesh).
• Drove 2x footprint expansion from 2M to 5M sq. ft. in 4 years.
• Realized €2 million in savings via intelligent lease structuring, consolidation, rent-free periods, and vendor negotiations.
• Managed a cross-functional team across India and Bangladesh.
• Spearhead site selection, leasing, sustainability audits, closures, and fit-outs across geographies.
• Enforced sustainability as a core pillar – driving LED upgrades, carbon footprint reduction, and eco-compliance.
• Oversaw FM vendor governance, VOC surveys, and national-level facility escalations.
• Formerly led Procurement Operations PAN India, managing travel, office interiors, and hospitality contracts with Tier-1 hotel chains.
• Led Strategic Procurement by ensuring All India vendors to optimize cost and improve SLAs.
• Bundling of vendors to ensure efficiency, reducing documentation, improving coordination for standardization of services /products and better control.

Administration Manager - Birlasoft India - CK Birla Group - India

(2005-01 - 2010-12)

• Administered a 1200+ seat, 150,000 sq. ft. facility with full ownership of security, logistics, audits, cafeteria, electricals, events, and vendor governance.
• Managed ISO, SAS 70, BS7799, GE, and internal audits with consistent compliance.
• Streamlined transport for 24x7 operations, ensuring safety, punctuality, and cost-efficiency.
• Developed and delivered MRM, contract training, and crisis management protocols.

Regional Head - Operations (North India) - Fireball Security Private Limited - North India

(2004-01 - 2005-12)

• Oversaw operations of 250+ security sites with 1200+ personnel.
• Led a field force of 30+ operational managers ensuring 100% SLA adherence.

Major - Short Service Commitment - Indian Army - 8 Dogra Regiment - J&K, India

(1993-01 - 2003-12)

Served in counter insurgency operations and volatile LOC for 8+ years across J&K. Appointed Adjutant and served for continuous for 5 years during "Operation Vijay", "Operation Parakram" and "Operation Rakshak" – directly accountable for battalion level administration, HR, logistics, pay, and training (860+ personnel).

• Led fleet management, asset control, and documentation of over 1800 critical items and vehicles.

B.Sc. (Hons) - Botany - Delhi University (1989-01 - 1992-12)

M.Sc. - Agrochemicals - Delhi University (1992-01 - 1993-12)

Military Courses - Indian Army Training Academies