Sharad Chandra

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐉𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓: ► Led multiple large-scale projects, including the ongoing refurbishment of three container glass production lines for a major manufacturer in India, with a project cost of Rs. 250 Cr. ► As a sub-consultant to Mott MacDonald, we are responsible for project monitoring and progress review, ensuring cost-effective completion of the project on time. ► Working closely with clients' project teams to manage detailed capex budgets. ► Providing weekly tracking of actual versus planned progress, enabling timely identification and mitigation of potential delays and budget overshoots. 𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐇𝐍𝐎-𝐅𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐈𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐈𝐄𝐒: ► Conducted comprehensive techno-feasibility studies for container glass project in Rwanda for 1st phase, involving raw material assessment, market analysis, policy evaluation, and financial analysis. ► That provided critical insights for successful project implementation. 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐄𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐘: ► Implemented process improvements and quality control measures that significantly enhanced productivity and reduced operational costs. 𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐎𝐑 𝐃𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐎𝐏𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 & 𝐑𝐀𝐖 𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐂𝐈𝐍𝐆: ► Established robust vendor networks and developed strategies for sourcing high-quality raw materials. ► Ensured a reliable supply chain to support continuous production. 𝐆𝐋𝐎𝐁𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐋𝐈𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄: ► Ensured all projects adhered to international benchmarks and environmental guidelines, positioning Glass Biz Solutions as a leader in delivering quality and sustainable solutions. We had privilege of working with renowned global clients such as Schott Glass, PPG, Philips, Saint Gobain, Mott MacDonald, Ernst & Young, Milly Glass, Vishakha Solar Glass, and L&T. [Business Consulting, Project management, Raw material resourcing, Financial analysis, Support services]

Investment & Project financing • Financial facilitation Green/Brown Projects • Mergers and Acquisitions • Venture pitching for clients Restructuring • Bailout packages for distressed enterprises • Investment focus on emerging sectors

Responsible for Container Glass Manufacturing operations. Worked for setting up new Container Glass Project . Provided cross-functional leadership in driving entire functional resources to acquire competitive position, contributing policy inputs and achieve reasonable ROI & high standards of customer satisfaction. Gear the activities for developing & maintaining Organizational culture, values, and reputation in its markets. Review existing systems & procedures and designed internal controls and quality audit checks for achieving higher operational efficiency, resource rationalization and cost reduction. Roll out operational strategies taking cognizance of market dynamics to enhance operational productivity. Implemented cost control measures to contain O & M expenditure within budgetary limits. Some of my noteworthy milestones include: # Improved the performance by capacity utilization & yield improvement by 3% .Restructuring of organization to improve the efficiency & reduction of manpower by 6% c. # Initiating the Quality Improvement Drive for customer satisfaction and reduction in customer complaint by 20% # Efficiently done improvement in the Energy Management by usage of natural gas generated electricity # Actively prepared project estimate & feasibility report for 300 MT per day container glass plant # Significantly coordinated with government & regulatory authority for setting up the project # Pivotal in identifying and contracting with suppliers, technology providers, engineering and project management consultants

I was involved since project stage in a Float Glass Manufacturing Facility with investment of USD 150 mln, in collaboration with PPG, USA. As head of over all Production operations, Designed and implemented systems and procedures to facilitate smooth functioning and enhancing operational efficiency.Implemented strategic vision and direction to the organisation to meet the medium and long term objectives by leading a team of 200 people.Involved in man power recruitment, Training & management to adopt them global practices & manufacturing excellence to achieve targeted production.Some of my noteworthy milestones include: o Essayed a pivotal role in setting up the new plant along with starting and stabilising operations; handled recruitment and infrastructure, developed raw material suppliers o Distinction of enabling sales turnover of USD 70 mln within one year of operation by full capacity utilisation, maximisation of yield & product diversification. Stellar in providing added benefit by introducing lines for coloured and coated glass o Significantly administered annual raw material procurement budget of INR 100 crore, actively identified and developed 7 suppliers and vendors across the Middle East, India and Egypt, and oversaw all contract negotiations o Instrumental in leading a group of the people for specialized training for six weeks in manufacturing operations at Float Glass Plant of PPG in Canada. o Stellar in achieving exemplary quality, productivity and safety standards within two year of operation; honour of receiving a letter of appreciation from senior management in recognition of performance o Efficiently implemented ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OH&SA 18001 over the tenure

Responsible for the performance of the Glass Factory in terms of the Cost ,Quality & Operations.Implementation of Business Excellence & lean management in the plant.

Major Participation in planning, erection, commissioning & start up of the 350 Tons/ day container glass plant Responsible for operation of batch plant & furnace operation