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Leading Strategic Operations at Hübner India.

About

With over 15 years of experience driving manufacturing transformation, industrial engineering, and strategic operations, I currently lead operational excellence initiatives at HUBNER Interface Systems, focused on enhancing manufacturing capability, scalability, and delivery performance for mobility solutions in the rail industry. At HUBNER, I have been driving production stabilization, cross-functional operational alignment, and process improvements to strengthen delivery performance and support business growth. My professional journey spans high-value automation projects, precision engineering, advanced manufacturing systems, and cross-border technology transfer programs with Swiss and German teams. Across leadership roles in operations, project management, production, supply chain, and industrialization, I have consistently delivered measurable business outcomes — including expanding manufacturing capacity from ₹200M to ₹50M+, improving production efficiency by over 80%, achieving zero workplace accidents over sustained periods, and leading the execution of automation and engineering projects valued at over ₹3700M. With a strong engineering foundation and postgraduate specialization in project management, I combine technical expertise with strategic leadership to drive lean operations, cost optimization, operational stability, and scalable growth across manufacturing environments. I am passionate about building high-performance teams, strengthening process-driven organizations, and delivering sustainable business growth through operational excellence.

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Bengaluru

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Work experience

Strategic Operations Manager at HÜBNER Group, Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos, In my role, I focus on improving operational efficiency and driving innovation in the rail industry, specifically in gangway manufacturing. I lead new product introduction and industrialization activities, ensuring smooth transition from design to manufacturing. Also support cross-border technology transfer to localize global products and contribute to the development of a technology center to strengthen engineering and production capabilities. Delivered €2.7M working capital impact through 28% inventory reduction and 42% excess stock optimization. Established data-driven operations governance, enabling >90% peak productivity performance. Led Lean transformation roadmap (VSM, 5S, SMED, Heijunka) to improve operational efficiency and consistency. Strengthened end-to-end supply chain alignment through SAP-driven planning and execution discipline. Enabled industrialization and localization of mobility systems, supporting scalable manufacturing capability. Built structured KPI governance (productivity, stock, planning) enabling continuous performance tracking. Led cross-functional teams of 25+ across operations, SCM, and engineering.

Head of Technical Operations at Hilger U Kern – DOPAG, Jun 2023 - Jan 2025 · 1 yr 8 mos, Delivered 27+ projects (₹18Cr+) within 7 months, clearing backlog and restoring delivery performance. Achieved 80%+ productivity improvement through Lean transformation. Expanded manufacturing capacity from ₹20Cr to ₹50Cr+. Scaled and structured a 26-member cross-functional team, enabling robust production planning and execution. Integrated Projects, Production, SCM, Quality, and After-Sales into a unified operating model. Established AMC and asset monetization strategies, generating recurring revenue streams. Implemented CE, ISO, and EN compliance frameworks ensuring global standards adherence. Built zero-accident safety culture (13+ months) and drove continuous improvement practices. Strengthened operational metrics and governance to improve project margins and execution discipline.

Head- Operations & Technical Center (Projects/ PPC / Test Center / After Sales & Customer Support) at DOPAG – Metering and Mixing Technology, Jun 2023 - Dec 2024 · 1 yr 7 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, At DOPAG's helm of Technical Center operations, my expertise in project management and strategic leadership has been pivotal in delivering 27+ key projects, driving the value of over 18 crore in just seven months. Our team's commitment to quality assurance and effective production planning has been instrumental in enhancing our after-sales support and customer relationships. With a keen focus on operational excellence, my role encompasses nurturing a high-performing team that excels in cross-functional collaboration. We've cultivated an environment that encourages best practices and reduces non-value-added work, which has significantly contributed to the organization's strategic growth and success in the metering and mixing technology domain.

Program Architect at Dream 2 Seam Technologies Pvt Ltd, Oct 2019 - Jun 2024 · 4 yrs 9 mos, Built operations from ground up, scaling team from 6 → 16 members with full P&L ownership. Led development of automated garment manufacturing system from concept to industrial prototype. Implemented Lean, Design Thinking, GEMBA, and KANBAN, enabling JIT-based production approach. Developed SaaS-based performance and analytics platform for operational intelligence. Established supply chain, vendor ecosystem, and cost optimization frameworks. Drove strategic planning, market positioning, and business development initiatives.

Director/ Engineering Architect/ Head Of Programs/ System Integrator at Dream 2 Seam Technologies Private Limited, Oct 2019 - Dec 2023 · 4 yrs 3 mos, Bengaluru Area, India, • Established foundational processes for business operations and monitored office workflow to ensure smooth operations. • Worked closely with organizational leadership to guide operational strategy and provided corrective feedback to achieve goals. • Drafted and distributed reports for critical business decisions and conducted target market research for industry competition analysis.

Project Manager at Titan Company Limited, Jan 2011 - Jun 2018 · 7 y 5 mo, Hosur, • Managed 17 automation projects in Medical, Automobile, Food, Electrical, and Jewellery industries worth 87 Crores. • Oversaw Time Plan, client management, cost monitoring, quality assurance, and project closure with key learnings. Developed expertise in MS Projects, Microsoft Office, SAP for effective Project procurement tracking Developed sound expertise executing projects with customers in: Electrical Industry - |SIEMENS |Ather Energy |SYRMA Technology |3M |ABB |Schneider Electric |Ather Energy |SYRMA Technology. Automotive Industry - |KNORR-BREMSE |FESTO |Valeo Amalgamation|Borg Warner |BOSCH |RENAULT NISSAN |SAINT-GOBAIN |INTEVA Products |Mahindra Rise |Magna Rico |PEPSI Co |BROSE |Brakes India |Inergy |Plastic Omnium|Mann & Hummel |DELPHI Automotive |Lucas TVS |DENSO India |Sona Fujikiko Automotive. Medical Industry - |WOCKHARDT UK |

Education

Postgraduate Degree, Project Management, Alliance University

BE, Electronics And Communication, CMR Institute of Technology, Bengaluru

Public links

linkedin.com: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viswanathanvivek