Sumal Kumar

After being abroad for 21 years - 9 years in Botswana as GM in a steel products manufacturing company and 12 years in China as COO of a Multi National manufacturing company – I have come back to India and looking for senior / top management positions in India. Before going abroad, worked 11 years in India, which includes a 6 year tenure in the rank of Flight Lieutenant in the Indian Air Force in Technical Branch and ISRO.

My strengths

• Total work experience – 32 years.
•  For the past 21 years, I have managed the whole operations of two different companies in senior positions - 9 years in Botswana (Africa) as GM (reporting to MD) and & 12 years in China as COO (dual reporting to Global President and Chairman). The responsibilities include complete P&L responsibility, budgeting, forecasting, business development, HR, operations, manufacturing etc. All department heads report to me.
• Have worked in diversified fields in different industries (Precision Fabrication, Float glass, Steel products industry, HVAC etc).
• 24 years in manufacturing industries.
• Have worked with people of different culture and language in India, Africa and China.
• Sales / Business development in Heavy machinery industry.
• Profit Center Head and decision maker.
• Have presented business plans and new business models to the top management for approval and implemented.
• Grew business and did effective cost cutting, thereby improving the profitability.
• Introduced new HR policies.
• Introduced new products in the market and sustained, thereby improving the topline.
• Have extensively travelled in China on work to meet clients, suppliers, distributors in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Dongguan, Beijing , Tianjin, Chongqing, Qingdao, Shenyang, Dalian etc.

  With my experience in diversified fields, in India (11 years) , Africa (9 years) and China (12 years), I’m confident of doing exceedingly well in this position, where initiative, decision making, creativeness & exceptional leadership skills will be the key. I enclose my detailed resume herewith for your perusal. Looking forward to an early and favourable response.

• Can speak, read and write English, Hindi and Malayalam equally well. 
• Can also speak Chinese and Tamil at an elementary level for communication purpose.

  Thanking you

Yours sincerely,

Sumal Kumar

With over three decades of experience in Business Development, P&L Management, and Operations, I am excited to apply for a Senior / Top management position. As the Chief Operating Officer of a multinational manufacturing company in Shanghai, China, I have consistently delivered exceptional results by spearheading strategic initiatives and optimizing business functions.

During my tenure as the Chief Operating Officer, I have successfully led the company's China subsidiary, overseeing all aspects of the business, including sales, marketing, and operations. My efforts resulted in a 5-7% reduction in total costs through optimized manpower utilization and a consistent 5% annual growth in the top line. Additionally, I spearheaded the successful penetration into new market segments, contributing to a significant increase in turnover.

My previous role as a General Manager in Botswana, Africa, equipped me with the skills to innovate product offerings, expand business operations, and implement ISO standards, resulting in a remarkable increase in the company's turnover. My ability to streamline production processes and establish new production lines has consistently driven operational efficiency and business growth.

I am confident that my extensive experience in driving business growth, optimizing operational processes, and fostering cross-functional team collaboration makes me a strong fit for the Senior / Top management positions. I am eager to bring my strategic vision and leadership skills to your team and drive continued success.

Sincerely,

R. Sumal Kumar

B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 32 years of work experience in diversified fields, 21 of which is in Top management position.