Imran Coowar
Capital Replacement Manager @Tesco
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WORK HISTORY
Capital Replacement Manager @Tesco
Welwyn Garden City, GB
Devise short-term and long-term strategies for various asset categories, resulting in proactive maintenance programs that notably extended asset lifespan. Provide Group Procurement with vital technical documentation and clear objectives for tenders, optimising procurement processes and achieving substantial cost savings. Implement proactive maintenance measures, reducing downtime of critical assets and enhancing operational reliability. Lead end-to-end project management across managed categories, fostering collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and ensuring adherence to safe working practices. Develop Standard Operating Procedures, driving operational efficiency and consistency across projects. Conduct comprehensive reviews of capital projects, ensuring successful achievement of objectives and high-quality installation standards. Collaborate with Engineering counterparts to establish robust maintenance plans and design standards for critical equipment, enhancing operational reliability and longevity. Boosted project delivery efficiency by managing a team of six Project Managers and four Programme Managers, fostering alignment with Tesco values. Ensured smooth execution and delivery within Health & Safety regulations and CDM 2015 guidelines by identifying and resolving project risks. Managed reactive and proactive capital programs for Stores, Distribution Centres, and Petrol Filling Stations, consistently meeting budgetary targets across four years: £20.35M Capex, £683K Opex (20••••21); £30.12M Capex, £705K Opex (20••••22); £31.37M Capex, £775K Opex (20••••23); and £45.61M Capex, £1.38M Opex (20••••24). Managed comprehensive asset portfolio including Loading Bay Equipment, Manual Handling, Security, Lifts & Travellators, Bakery & Catering, Petrol Filling Stations, Electrical, and Energy (Solar PV and BESS units) as CRM.
EDUCATION
Enfield College
High School, Edexel Mathematics, Physics & French
University of Hertfordshire
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Mechanical Engineering
Royal College Curepipe
High School, Cambridge A Levels
University of Hertfordshire
Master of Science (MSc), Mechanical Engineering
ABOUT IMRAN COOWAR
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience leading high-performing teams in the delivery of innovative technical solutions. Proven track record of spearheading large-scale projects from conception to implementation, driving efficiency, and ensuring alignment with organisational objectives. Proficient in fostering a collaborative environment, optimising processes, and leveraging emerging technologies to achieve business goals. Expertise in strategic planning, resource allocation, and cross-functional communication, adept at navigating complex challenges and delivering tangible results. Excel in managing large-scale rollouts, evidenced by oversight of comprehensive capital expenditure programs involving thousands of assets. Proven track record of success in national and global projects spanning various engineering disciplines. Recognised for exceptional leadership, technical prowess, and a commitment to excellence. Skilled in technical documentation, presentations, and problem-solving, with a passion for overcoming challenges and driving team growth toward clearly defined objectives.Areas of Expertise:• Continuous Performance Improvement• Bilingual Communication (English / French)• Cross-functional Team Leadership• Technology Integration• Stakeholder Relationship• Technical Design & Calculations• Capital Asset Management• New Product Development• Quality Assurance & Compliance• Budget Management• Engineering Project Management
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