Ankur Tandon

About Ankur Tandon

I am an accomplished professional delivering 22 years of career success in leading finance, commercial and supply chain operations for various sectors mainly FMCG/ FMCD, Retail, Manufacturing, Consulting and Telecom. Currently managing the finance and supply chain of Lithium-ion battery manufacturing company for mobile, ev’s, drone, laptops etc and in-house SMT for PCBA.My dexterity lies in directing financial analysis; internal and regulatory reporting; accounting operations; budgeting; forecasting that led to long-term improvements in cost savings, profitability and productivity. Demonstrated excellence in reviewing and enhancing all financial procedures and internal controls, automating financial information systems and preparing financial forecast with coordinated budget projections.Also exploring and optimisation of supply chain process for better cash flow, inventory management and Commerical control.Key Achievements• Successfully secured bridge finance worth INR 200 Crores / US 26 million.• Outstanding at arranging additional working capital of INR 220 Crores / US$ 27 Million.• Reduced costs by 11% through strict controls, increased efficiencies and better.•. Cost Optimization: Delivered 12-20% YoY savings in manufacturing, supply chain,and procurement.•. Import/Export Optimization: 10-12% cash flow optimisation through AEO + 3-5% duty savings by MOOWR license and EPCG Scheme.•. Supply Chain Lead Times: 15-20% reduction in import cycles; 20% reduction in procurement lead times•. Global Operations: Successfully managed nance across Europe, Middle East, SouthAfrica, US, UK, South-East Asia,Japan & China.•. Compliance Excellence: Zero audit exceptions across statutory, internal, tax, and transfer pricing audits•. Digital Transformation: Led SAP, Oracle, and GST implementations successfull

Experience

1. Chief Financial Officer (CFO) & Vice President (VP) Supply Chain

   Navitasys India Private Limited

   Nov 2019 — Present

   Handle Full Gambit of Finance and Supply Chain.Specialized Manufacturing Leadership (Mobile/EV/Laptop/Drone Batteries & PCBA) Cost control, supply chain restructuring for Mobile/EV/Laptop/Drone battery production, and working capital optimisations.Improved cash conversion cycle Advanced Supply Chain Projects for Battery/PCBAEvaluated MOOWR-to-SEZ/Bonded/FTWZ modelsReduced procurement lead times by 20% for critical battery components; achieved 15% supply cost optimisation.Strategic Business Initiatives:Evaluated and executed new acquisitions and merger opportunities.nancial diligencStructured and issued Preferential Shares and Convertible Debentures; managed Debt & Equity optimisation.Detail Role Description- • Financial Compliances: Ensuring compliance with GST, TDS, and FEMA regulations, establishing and maintaining effective internal controls and risk management practice• Cost Optimization: Implementing cost-saving measures and efficiency improvements• Mergers & Acquisitions: Leading financial due diligence and integration processes for acquisitions• Investor Relations: Interacting with investors, analysts, and financial institutions to communicate financial performance and strategy• Performance Metrics: Establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) and monitoring financial performance against targets• Leadership and Team Management: Leading finance teams and fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture• Forecasting and Budgeting: Creating accurate financial forecasts and budgets to guide business decisions• Financial Analytics: Utilizing data analytics to extract insights and support data-driven financial decisions• Capital Structure: Evaluating and optimizing the company\'s capital structure to maintain financial health• Designing Monthly Closing Process including segmental reporting under Indian & US GAAP; redesigned and upgraded the lease accounting and stock valuation processes under Indian and US GAAP

Education

• Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT , Business/Commerce, General

• Indian School of Business

  General Managment Program, Business Administration and Management, General

• Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai

  PGDFM, Finance