Abhay Prakash

Project Manager & Interim Area Sales Manager @ Horizon Pulp & Paper Ltd.

About

With over 10 years of experience in Projects and Operations, I have contributed to cross-functional teams managing large-scale projects, ensuring the delivery of efficient, sustainable, and high-impact solutions. Throughout my career, I have been involved in the full project lifecycle, from initial concept and planning to execution and delivery. I have worked closely with team members to manage both the technical and operational aspects of projects, with a focus on process optimization, resource management, and risk mitigation. My ability to collaborate effectively has helped ensure projects meet or exceed client expectations. I specialize in delivering solutions that are not only effective but also sustainable. I recently completed my MBA at TalTech University, with a focus on finance, innovation, leadership, and entrepreneurship. This advanced education has strengthened my strategic thinking and business acumen, enhancing my ability to contribute to complex projects and make decisions that align with broader organizational goals.

Country

City

Estonia

Industry

Paper & Forest Products

Skill

Product Management, Adsense, Supply Chain Management, Business Internationlization, Innovation Management, Leadership, Financial Accounting, Management, Coaching, Agile Management, Problem Solving, Scrum, Quality Management, Project Execution, Organizational Culture, Change Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Thinking, Project Charter, Risk Management

Experience

Project Manager & Interim Area Sales Manager

Horizon Pulp & Paper Ltd.

2025-6 - Present · 1 yr 4 mos

Estonia

o Business-Operations Bridge: Utilizing technical background to align commercial commitments with operational capabilities, managing client expectations and delivery timelines via Optivision. o Regulatory Governance: Retained full accountability for EU ETS GHG reporting and environmental audit preparedness, ensuring zero non-compliance events.

Project Executive

Horizon Pulp & Paper Ltd.

2021-10 - 2025-6 · 3 yrs 9 mos

Estonia

• Managed projects from concept to commissioning, achieving alignment with organizational goals. • Developed a centralized project database, streamlining communication and enabling transparent tracking of project KPIs. • Delivered odorous gas emission control projects, improving compliance and stakeholder satisfaction. • Coordinated cross-functional FEED (Front End Engineering Design) for mill expansion, mitigating risks and optimizing capital costs. • Delivered energy-efficiency projects with 12-month ROI, reducing operating costs and improving team metrics. • Managed service and compliance projects, including EU ETS GHG reporting, audits, and non-compliance resolution, ensuring operational continuity. • Co-ordinated a lime sludge recycling initiative reducing landfill waste by 1,200 tons annually, aligning with sustainability and regulatory goals.

Production Executive

Horizon Pulp & Paper Ltd.

2018-6 - 2021-10 · 3 yrs 5 mos

Estonia

• Enhanced operational efficiency by optimizing water usage to achieve BAT standards. • Delivered capital projects focusing on safety, environmental compliance, and resource optimization. • Boosted production capacity and minimized downtime through targeted process improvements.

Shift Incharge

NEPA Limited

2016-9 - 2018-5 · 1 yr 9 mos

Nepanagar

• Supervised operations across two paper machines, ensuring safety and compliance. • Increased machine uptime and minimized defects via strategic scheduling and resource allocation. • Represented the Production Department during the TCS iON ERP migration. Defined the business logic required to capture physical manufacturing stages within the digital environment.

Executive Trainee

NEPA Limited

2015-7 - 2016-9 · 1 yr 3 mos

NEPANAGAR

• Conducted process analyses to identify inefficiencies and propose actionable improvements. • Supported production optimization and project management initiatives, achieving operational excellence.