Operations, Project management, production, ERP
Resume:
Dravaspe Homavazir
Contact: 647-***-****, Email: ********.*********@*****.***
Residing in: Toronto, Ontario
LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/dravaspe-homavazir Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to apply for the said position. I am very interested in working for your organization and am confident that based on my skills and qualities I would be a good fit for this position. I have over 7 years of experience in Operations Management in manufacturing and ERP design and implementation. I hold an MBA as well as a Degree and Diploma in Production Engineering. I have a high aptitude of computer software and programs such as Microsoft Office, Enterprise Resource Planning
(ERP) and AutoCAD.
I started my career as an engineer, following which led to my latest position as the Assistant General Manager
(Operations) at Eros Elevators which entailed managing a diverse set of tasks in multiple functions. In this previous role, I was responsible for the following duties. 1. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementation: ERP conceptualizing, vendor selection, requirement gathering, scope definition, process and options alignment, infrastructure establishment, system development, customization of software, data migration, change management, project testing, product rollout (Go-Live), technology and knowledge transfer, ongoing support, maintenance of system, IT management.
2. Manufacturing Operations: Order intake, customer interaction & management, procurement, inventory management, sourcing, production planning, budgeting, cost management, manufacturing, engineering, development, quality, safety, staffing, reporting, maintenance, sales, profitability, finance, human resources particularly interviewing and selecting as well as employee relations, team building, best practices, continuous improvement of operational systems & processes, lean manufacturing, just in time, 5S, mentoring & coaching of staff, scheduling, maintenance of all resources, problem solving, conflict resolution and collaborating with different teams to ensure operational excellence.
Customer Satisfaction both external and internal has been my primary goal and the reason for my success. In order to achieve the same I have always focused on three main tools of Cost, Quality & Timeliness. I use a detail oriented and methodical approach to tackle my tasks, plans & schedules and I have consistently proven my ability to handle diverse responsibilities to achieve consistent growth in top & bottom line figures. I effectively engage team members and address daily issues through prioritization, critical thinking and analysis leading to effective solutions. I also foster team building and appropriate delegation to improve the efficiency of daily tasks.
I look forward to hearing from you to further discuss my skills and qualifications. I can be reached at 647-***-**** or by email at ********.*********@*****.***. I have attached my resume for your review. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely,
Dravaspe Homavazir.
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Dravaspe Homavazir
Contact: 647-***-****, Email: ********.*********@*****.*** Residing in: Toronto, Ontario
LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/dravaspe-homavazir HIGHLIGHTS OF SKILLS
• 7 years of experience in Operations Management in ERP implementation & production.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills facilitating effective conflict resolution and problem solving.
• Directed teams with effective delegation to achieve business goals.
• Serviced key accounts of customers pertaining to the business.
• Experienced in maximizing profits through cost reduction, quality enhancement, timeliness, planning, review & execution.
• Trained in ERP implementation, Lean manufacturing, Just In Time (JIT) operations, Six Sigma, 5S & Kaizen as well as P&L, B/S & Cash flow analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint, ERP systems, MIS and intermediate skills in SQL, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Solid Works. ACHIEVEMENTS
• Spearheaded ERP implementation to achieve growth of 50% in existing sales.
• Enhanced profits by 8% yearly through product diversification, efficiency improvement, capacity enlargement & sales growth.
• Reduced TAT (Turn Around Time) by 26% on projects through usage of ERP.
• Implemented lean manufacturing techniques and improved efficiency by 30%.
• Developed and implemented into use an ERP system from the ground up.
• Affected change management and operational improvements throughout the organization using ERP.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Assistant General Manager (Operations) promoted from Executive Assistant to CEO Eros Elevators & Escalators 2013 – 2018
• Achieved yearly growth in top line ($2.8MM) and bottom line ($300K) figures through informed operational decisions and system improvement.
• Directed operational decisions of the manufacturing facility and ERP projects by planning, requirement gathering, vendor management, execution as per plans, ensuring product and solutions quality.
• Spearheaded development, implementation & execution of the ERP package with both internal customers and vendor from inception to usage in the manufacturing facility and other group companies.
• Ensured uptime of the facilities both IT and software ensuring smooth operation of the ERP solution at all user levels.
• Addressed daily issues of project implementation, deliveries and completions between departments and/or external agencies such vendors or customers through active listening, evaluation, negotiation, conflict resolution leading to effective problem solving.
• Governed project alignment to attain customer delight through reduced cost, exceptional quality, safety and timely delivery.
• Evaluated and steered projects through daily, weekly and monthly reports and reviews.
• Executed swift and apt decisions guided by the ERP data and reports. Page 3 of 3
Dravaspe Homavazir
Contact: 647-***-****, Email: ********.*********@*****.*** Residing in: Toronto, Ontario
LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/dravaspe-homavazir Operations Manager
Texalon Weaving Industries 2009 – 2011
• Steered production as per the projections through planning and daily execution.
• Managed the workforce and equipment on a daily basis ensuring maximum uptime using job cards and appropriate equipment maintenance practices.
• Enhanced efficiency by 14% through increased throughput time and ensured competitive pricing by reducing the operational costs.
• Addressed daily issues of production between departments and/or external agencies such vendors through active listening, evaluation, negotiation, conflict resolution leading to effective problem solving.
Trainee (Engineering Research Centre)
Tata Motors Ltd. 2005 & 2009
• Initiated change process to improve automobile engine performance and achieved cost reduction.
• Piloted benchmarking & design optimization of products.
• Drove innovation in new designs utilizing factual data gathered from competitor learnings.
• Proposed suggestions in manufacturability and its efficiency along with their practicality in implementation to enhance product quality.
EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration (Finance) 2012
• Edinburgh Business School-Heriot Watt University, UK
(Evaluated and assessed as equivalent to Master’s Degree by WES Canada) Bachelor of Engineering (Production) 2009
• Fr. C.R.C.E.-University of Mumbai, India
(Evaluated and assessed as equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree (four years) by WES Canada) Diploma (Production Engineering) 2006
• Agnel Technical College, India
(Evaluated and assessed as equivalent to Secondary school diploma and diploma (two years) by WES Canada)
TRAINED IN
• ERP implementation. 2013
• Advanced Microsoft Excel formulations and programming. 2013 & 2015
• Change Management. 2014
• Lean manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma & Kaizen. 2014 & 2017
• Just In Time (JIT) manufacturing. 2015
• Financial statement analysis. 2016
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