Sharad Agnihotri

Project Management professional with 19 years of experience delivering large-scale CAPEX, Greenfield and Brownfield engineering projects for global FMCG, Pharma and Consumer Healthcare organizations.

Proven track record of owning end-to-end project lifecycles from feasibility assessment and facility design through execution, commissioning and handover.

Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams, driving automation and productivity initiatives, optimizing material flow systems and delivering complex projects safely, on time and within budget. Experienced in stakeholder management, operational excellence, cost optimization, risk mitigation and continuous improvement across global manufacturing networks.

Core Competencies

 Project Management & Execution for multidisciplinary engineering projects, scope of work, resource plan, cost estimates, progress monitoring & reporting, smooth handover & closure ensuring safety, quality, schedule & budget adherence throughout

 Cross-functional coordination - Effective collaboration with operations, maintenance, procurement, and engineering teams to ensure seamless execution & stakeholder management

 Build trusted relationships with global stakeholders, site leadership teams, vendors and engineering partners across globe, enabling effective decision making, risk mitigation and successful project delivery.

 Technical Support – Site visits (Gemba) & due diligence, Basic &

• Detailed Engineering of automated Packaging Lines for given formats, Conceptual layouts, Material handling & sorting / conveyor systems

• Design reviews for mechanical and packaging systems

• Equipment specifications / URS / RFQ

• Selection / Procurement / Validation &

• Qualification (FAT/ SAT/ IQ/ OQ/ PQ) of all new equipment together with their optimization, Line Trials, Line upgrades / retrofits to match product packaging changes, Existing equipment, Utility piping and support structures, Clash-free 3D model of plant, etc.

 New Product Launch Support - Set up new packaging formats and lines, Support R&D and marketing teams for new SKU launches,

 Operational Excellence Projects - Existing packaging lines and other equipment troubleshooting, line efficiency / throughput improvements, cost reduction through data-driven engineering solutions, execution of fast-track equipment integration projects during limited shutdown windows, minimizing production disruption while maintaining safety and quality compliance, Implement Lean Manufacturing and Preventive Maintenance initiatives, Reduction in changeover time; wastage & material losses, Packaging cost optimization; Packaging Operations & Process Improvements, Line Automation, Pack Change implementation programs, Training documentation for machine operators etc.

 Vendor Development & Coordination – Identify and develop potential vendors / suppliers for achieving cost effective purchases of packaging machines & equipment,

 Safety & Statutory Compliance – Ensuring adherence to all relevant regulatory norms, personnel safety (zero LTIs), stage-gate reviews and change management procedures.

 Infrastructure modification projects including mezzanine, warehouse and building extension

 As-Built Documentation – Interpreting legacy layouts, drawings to support design upgrades and modifications.

 To effectively manage plant shutdown & fast-track modifications within stringent timelines

 Adept working with multicultural teams to deliver projects safely, OTIF and within budget.

 Good Documentation Practices and Large Data-base handling

 Effective communication with good problem solving & negotiation skills

B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering with Honours. in 2007 from UPTU, Lucknow