Rohan Kumar

About Rohan Kumar

I am a senior operations and supply chain executive with 15+ years of experience transforming complex logistics networks into scalable, efficient, and data‑driven ecosystems for global organizations. My expertise spans multimodal transport, container logistics, inland operations, procurement strategy, vendor ecosystems, and end‑to‑end service delivery.I specialize in designing future‑ready operating models—integrating network optimization, digital enablement, KPI governance, and cost‑to‑serve improvement to elevate operational resilience and business performance. I bring enterprise‑wide leadership across forecasting, budgeting, productivity planning, risk management, and strategic decision‑making.A core part of my leadership philosophy is developing empowered, high‑performing teams. I drive to deliver teams to think strategically, interpret data, and execute with clarity, discipline, and accountability. My approach fosters a culture of continuous improvement, operational transparency, and customer‑centric execution.I excel in environments where scale, transformation, and cross‑functional alignment are critical to success. With a global mindset and a track record of measurable impact, I’m committed to building intelligent, sustainable, and high‑reliability logistics and supply chain organizations.Open to senior executive roles where I can drive operational transformation, procurement deliverables, lead global logistics strategy, and influence long‑term business growth.

Experience

1. Manager -area Operations

   Hapag-Lloyd AG

   Jun 2025 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Provide strategic leadership across end‑to‑end operations and logistics, ensuring cost efficiency, business continuity, and service excellence at scale-Own enterprise operational data and leverage advanced analytics to guide high‑impact decisions, shape strategic direction, and influence organizational priorities-Lead long‑range planning, forecasting, and budgeting cycles by assessing cost‑to‑serve, productivity drivers, operational risks, and capacity needs across the network-Design and institutionalize KPI frameworks, governance mechanisms, and performance dashboards that elevate transparency and drive disciplined execution across multiple teams-Champion business transformation by identifying strategic initiatives, aligning them with executive goals, defining measurable outcomes, and ensuring accountability at all levels-Strengthen cross-functional alignment by partnering with Vessel operations, Inland Operations,Cost Control, Procurement, Commercial, and Service Delivery leadership to unlock efficiencies and streamline workflows-Drive enterprise-wide performance improvement programs focused on operational resilience, cost optimization, and customer experience enhancement-Assist & Build leadership capability by coaching managers to interpret data, understand business levers, and execute with clarity, discipline, and strategic intent-Foster a culture of continuous improvement, ownership, and operational excellence while influencing key stakeholders and leading through collaboration rather than authority-Represent the function in strategic forums—internally and externally—ensuring data‑driven engagement, strong stakeholder relationships, and alignment with long‑term organizational objectives.

Education

• Indian Institute of Management Kashipur

  Executive Certificate in Virtual Learning environment , Strategic Management

  2017 — 2017

• UPES

  MBA, Business Administration and Management, General

  2008 — 2010

Skills

• Supply Chain Management
• Project Planning
• Business Analysis
• Logistics
• Team Management
• Project Management
• Management
• Sap R/3
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Ms Project
• Analysis
• Operations Management
• Shipping
• Market Research
• Business Development
• Procurement
• Decision Support
• Inventory Management
• Business Strategy