RAVISH KAZI Ravish Kazi – 00971-56-6229387

Production/Manufacturing/Operations/Planning Professional
+971 566229387 Ravish.kazi@live.com WORK EXPERIENCE -16 Years

Over 16 years of experience in SIOP (Sales, Inventory and Operational Planning), Production Planning,
Material/Demand Planning, Plant operations, Production Management in Manufacturing Environment, I am Detail-
oriented and highly articulate professional, directing operations and activities within production area – Employs strong
organizational skills, leadership and thorough knowledge regarding many aspects of the production process to
achieve organization goals: MRP, MSP, Forecasting, cost estimates, cost-savings, product quality, labor
efficiency, timely delivery and safety. Excellent hands on experience in Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP System and
through understanding of Inventory Module, Production Module and Master Planning Module.

Career Highlights

 Defined and designed Item codes/SKU as per NSN (National Stock Number) numbering system to create
Item Master and lead the implementation to support the newly established Production, Planning and Supply
chain of 3 merged entities of EDIC into single organization.
 Switched manufacturing from Make-to-stock environment to Finish-to-order.
 Attainments include implementation of Lean Manufacturing Process, optimization of production shifts,
accomplishing delivery targets, establishing robust manufacturing systems, processes and implementing ISO
requirements periodically.
 Reduced Inventory approx. by 45%, floor space required approx. by 50%, labour costs approx. By 33%.
 Managed inventory control, purchasing, forecasting and new products for a Aed 45 million.
 Solid background in planning efficient production processes to assure optimal use of available capacity.
 Established track record in the identification and implementation of new manufacturing capabilities.
 Strong Management Reporting skills providing overall direction and control of day to day activities in Operations
to achieve predefined business objectives of the company.
 Distinction in increasing annual production and thus turnover in FY 2014, 2015 and 2016. The efforts was
acknowledged with an increment of 33% and a promotion in subsequent year by the organization.
 Increased the throughput capacity of Company by 50% by applying lean manufacturing concepts which
resulted in Aed 44 million revenue increase and Aed 6.6 million savings in operation cost.
 Hands on Experience in Creating Master Plan (Long Term Production, Sales & Delivery Plan), Dynamic Plan
(Short Term Planning), MPS (Master Production Schedule), MRP (Material Requirement Plan), Creation of BoM
(Bill of Material), Routes (manpower and Machine).
 Experience in Setting and monitoring goals for the overall team and track the financial performance of each
project monitoring key metrics such as costs versus estimate, schedule versus plan, resource allocation
and resource productivity, billing and collections, cash flow and profitability.
 Experience in directing the manufacturing engineering functions to define and document methods and
procedures used in the manufacturing process, resolving technical issues and problems to provide
cost-effective, efficient and timely operations.
 Experience of managing Assembly plant, Melting Plant, Forging Plant, Paint Shop, Tool Room, Rolling
Mill, Press Shop, Machine Shop and Maintenance Shop.

 Operations Management
 Resource Allocation
 Bill of Material (BoM)
 Production Planning
 Procurement
 Inventory Management
Professional Skills
 TQM, TPM, 5S, Kaizen
 Vendor management
 Material Requirement
Planning (MRP)
 Project Planning,
 Project Execution &
Management
 Cost Estimates & Costing
 Process improvement
 Manpower Planning
 Plant Management

Page | 1
 Ravish Kazi – 00971-56-6229387
Work Experience

Sales & operations planning

 Integrated the separate existing forecasting, order management, production planning, warehouse, and
supplier planning/third party purchases of 3 Subsidiaries of EDIC Group of companies.
 Defined and designed Item codes/SKU as per NSN (National Stock Number) numbering system to create Item
Master and lead the implementation to support the newly established Production, Planning and Supply chain of
3 merged entities of EDIC into single organization.
 Drive resolution to operational issues, while keeping cross-functional partners aware of supply and service
issues by providing facts.
 Establish continuous improvement processes and culture to ensure that supply chain maintains world-class
status.
 Supports decision-making and the improvement of critical processes including Materials Planning,
Manufacturing, Inventory Planning, Capacity Planning and Supply Chain Resource Planning
 Establish and manage meeting process that introduces a discipline of fact-based discussion and planning
throughout the organization via a series of periodic meetings (status, updates, exception and change
management) to lock down the consensus plan.
 Helps facilitate cross-functional communication between all levels of the organization to support new product
launches. This might include line extensions, discontinuations, or other actions all based upon decision-making
modelling of process flow, inventory levels, costs of manufacturing, and distribution and transportation.
 Business partnership with Sales Leaders – Support sales leadership on operational and strategic issues to
optimize resources (opex and headcount) to drive revenue growth in focused markets
 Provide sophisticated research and analysis (e.g. market/industry/competitive trends and deep revenue
insights) for the business leadership to support decision-making
 Participate in operational reviews and rhythm of the business to drive decision-making and review progress on
regional goals and priorities (e.g. monthly/quarterly business reviews)
 Maintain forecasts and manage links between systems for forecasting, master production scheduling, inventory
management and product development utilizing Microsoft Dynamic AX ERP system.

Production & Manpower Planning

 Highly Experience in Production and Manpower Planning.
 Hands on Experience in Creating Master Plan (Long Term Production, Sales & Delivery Plan), Dynamic Plan
(Short Term Planning), MPS (Master Production Schedule), MRP (Material Requirement Plan), Creation of BoM
(Bill of Material), Routes (manpower and Machine).
 Solid background in planning efficient production processes to assure optimal use of available capacity.
 Analyzing company operations and statistics on a continuous basis to determine areas of potential cost
reduction and cost control to initiate actions as required.
 Ensures timely implementation of changes in BOM (Bill of Material) and avoid other unnecessary unfavorable
costs.
 Identifying and quantifying cost factors, such as production time, materials, and labor expenses.
 Presenting Operational Overview (Production & Delivery status) to senior management and Production plan for
future Deliveries.
 Creating Manpower Plan to achieve Production as Planned by optimum utilization of available resources( over
200 operators + 75 Contract Helpers + 20 supervisors + 6 team leaders + 3 Planners)

Microsoft Dynamics AX Functional Super User

 As a team member participate in full life cycle of Dynamics AX implementations and support for Dynamics
Resources clients. Main functional expertise includes but not limited to: Inventory management, Product
information management, Warehouse management, Production control, Master planning etc.
 Responsible for setting up and configuring of the box Dynamics AX
 Conduct numerous meeting with key users
 Working as a part of Dynamics Resources support team, which includes analyzing ticket requests and solving
functional issues
 Acting as a liaison between the development team and the key users.

Page | 2
 Ravish Kazi – 00971-56-6229387
Material/Demand Planning

 Monitored demand forecasts and adjust supply when required.

 Maximized on-time material availability across all projects and departments.
 Planned lot size, release, confirm, and expedite planned purchase orders to meet required material delivery
dates.
 Analyzed MRP and project schedule data to identify potential material shortage issues well in advance, and
initiated appropriate corrective action as required.
 Establish, manage and meet clear department goals, objectives and KPI’s, Set priorities and ensured
performance of employees to meet department goals.
 Developed and maintained standard reports to provide a clear representation of material status and other
related information required for effective management of the business.
 Interfaced with Strategic Purchasing, Enterprise Scheduling, Manufacturing Department Managers, and Project
Management teams to provide analysis and input regarding project material requirements and status, including
problem mitigation strategies.
 Ensured the timely resolution of invoicing and receiving problems with Receiving, Accounting, and Inspection
departments.

Plant Management
 Managed Melting shop, Rolling Mill, Phosphating and Heat Treatment Line, Press Shop, Machine Shop,
Assembly shop to produce various types of Ammunitions over the course of 8.5 years tenure in the Ordnance
Factory Ambarnath and Bullet Assembly Line, Cartridge Case Manufacturing line, Explosive Loading Line, Paint
Shop and Packaging Line in Burkan Munitions Systems.
 Managed plant expense budgets and Investment control. This included monthly reviews of all products cost per
piece for consumables, scrap, equipment, and utilities.
 Managed a 3-year business plan and establishing KPI targets for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
 Responsible for conducting the annual performance reviews for the management team and setting goals to
further train and develop their skill sets, as well as establishing targets for projects and efficiency improvements.
 Coordinated weekly reviews of Quality Issues and Downtime with a cross functional team which included
Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality management.
 Improved manufacturing efficiency by analysing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment
layout.
 Developed manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and
testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors.

Finance & Budgeting

 Supporting Finance Department for annual preparation of COGS (Cost Goods Sold) Budget including review of
Sales Forecasts, Standard Costs.
 Assisting Concern Dept. in development of annual budget, 5 year Business Plan
 Coordinating and assisting Finance Department for Standard Cost Accounting in ERP System including
material, labor, packaging costs and overheads. Ensure all costs are accurate and changes are completed in
an accurate and timely manner.
 Part of Panel with personal from business development and finance Dept. to prepare 5 year Sales and
Profitability Forecast including bi-annual revision and present it to management.
 Provided manufacturing decision-making information to Management by calculating production, labour, and
material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.
 Reviewing material and labor requirements, to decide whether it is more cost-effective to produce or purchase
components.

Education

Masters, Business Administration (MBA) Bachelor in Engineering (BE/BTECH)

Operations Management Mechanical Engineering
Mahatma Gandhi University Institution of Mechanical Engineers, INDIA
AICTE & UGC Board, INDIA AICTE & UGC Board, INDIA
Page | 3
 Ravish Kazi – 00971-56-6229387

Employment History
Acting Planning Manager Dec 2010 – Current
Burkan Munitions Systems & Caracal Light Ammunitions
An Emirates Defense Industries Company Subsidiaries
Abu Dhabi, UAE

Plant Manager May 2002 – Oct 2010

Indian Ordnance Factories
Govt of India, Ministry of Defence
Ambarnath, India

Computer Proficiency
 MS Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Project
 MS AX Dynamic 2009 ERP System / MS AX Dynamic 2012 ERP System
 SAP

Training and Certifications

 Military Ammunition Stockpile Management, Inter-Agency Telecomm Advisory Group (ITAG), 2014
 Planning and Organizing, Australian Studies & Management, 2013
 EHS, Institution of Occupational Safety and Health, 2013
 Cost Accounting and ERP Design, Naseba, 2015
 ISO 9001:2008 Internal Auditor, Tawazun, 2012
 ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor, Excelledia, 2017

Personal Details

Gender Male
Age 36
Date of Birth 08/05/1981
Nationality Indian
Languages Hindi, English (IELTS band -7.5)
Passport No Z3076079
Expiry Date 24/05/2025
Valid Driving License UAE License No-1037405

Page | 4