Ishwar Chand
Director of Procurement @Çelebi Aviation
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Procurement @Çelebi Aviation
Delhi, IN
As Director of Procurement for Celebi Aviation India since 2018, I have spearheaded comprehensive transformation of procurement operations across 7 legal entities and 9 airport locations. Strategic vision, digital innovation, and sustainability leadership have established Celebi\'s global benchmark for procurement excellence.Strategic Procurement OverhaulOrchestrated procurement for Celebi at 8 major airports, managing ₹324Cr (€37M) annual spend(23% cost reduction on electric equipment)Contract restructuring (₹6Cr/year savings on Delhi Cargo manpower)Waste-to-value initiatives (€52K scrap recycling revenue)Maintained 3-year streak of €1M+ annual savings (20••••24) vs €100K in 2018Risk-Resilient Contract Architecture10-year X-Ray CMC contract with price locks3-year manpower contracts with 12% fee capsPan-India IT hardware contracts with 0% cost escalation57% contractual PO coverageDigital Procurement TransformationImplemented SAP MM (91% coverage) with 98% process automation:58% auto-PO creation, 56% e-catalogue adoptionDeployed AI-powered tools:Inpromax-Effibuy for digital biddingIntengo- contract lifecycle managementData-driven logistics optimization:Tender-based transporter selection (19% cost reduction)Inventory centralization: Safety stock implementationAviation-Specific Vendor Ecosystem Built pool of BCAS-certified vendors (0→15)Achieved 99% vendor auditCross-Functional Leadership- Maintained 92% internal customer satisfactionSustainability & Innovation - Green Aviation InitiativesFleet electrification: 42 Lithium-Ion/solar GSE units deployedElectric tarmac coachesElectric baggage tractorsCircular economy programs:29 tons uniform → 1728 yarns- 100% biodegradable packaging since 2023, Loopify sustainable giftingFuture-Ready Cargo Infra7 X-ray machines within 4-machine budgetSolar panel retrofits EV charging infrastructureLeadership PhilosophyThe Procurement Value PyramidTalent Development Built high-performance 15-member team
EDUCATION
Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth, Varanasi
Master in Business Administration, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
NIEM
Associate's Degree, Export and Import Management
Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad
Associate's Degree, Parts, Warehousing, and Inventory Management Operations
University of Allahabad
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Ancient History & Phylosphy
SKILLS
ABOUT ISHWAR CHAND
With over 25 years of expertise in Procurement, Supply Chain, Commercials, Logistics, and P&L Management, I am a seasoned professional with a proven track record in driving operational excellence and strategic value across diverse industries, including Aviation, Medical Devices, and Automotive. My career spans leadership roles in multinational corporations such as Celebi Aviation, Stryker, Donaldson, and Mann+Hummel, where I have successfully managed pan-India and Southeast Asia operations, optimized supply chain processes, and delivered significant cost savings along with process improvements with business growth.Key achievements include spearheading procurement automation, achieving 100% centralized procurement, and implementing sustainable initiatives like decarbonization and solar-powered solutions. I have a strong focus on data-driven decision-making, vendor development, and risk management, consistently enhancing efficiency and profitability. My ability to lead cross-functional teams, negotiate high-value contracts, and innovate in supply chain resilience positions me as a strategic leader capable of navigating complex global markets.Currently serving as Director of Procurement at Celebi Aviation, I oversee a spend of ~INR 650 Cr, manage 700+ vendors, and have achieved milestones like 0% retrospective POs and EUR 1.38 million in annual savings for consecutive 5 years. Passionate about mentorship and digital transformation, I thrive on challenges that require balancing cost, compliance, and sustainability in a multipolar world.I am passionate to connect and add value to organization thriving for optimization of P&L Management, Business Transformation, Supply Chain Operations core improvements, to leap towards next level of business growth and exceptional leadership for future readiness of business with strategic resilience, margin on sales, reduction of carbon footprints and risk based portfolio diversification in market.
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