Sharad Borde

About Sharad Borde

I build and scale logistics ecosystems that deliver reliability, speed, and sustainable cost advantage.As a National Head – Logistics, I lead end-to-end logistics strategy across geographies, transforming complex, high-volume operations into efficient, measurable, and scalable networks. My work consistently focuses on service excellence, operational discipline, and technology-led optimization.With over a decade of leadership experience, I have driven: • Network expansion and restructuring across multi-city and multi-hub operations • Turnaround of logistics performance through process redesign, SLA governance, and productivity improvement • Cost optimization initiatives without compromising service quality or compliance • Capability building of large, distributed teams through structured operating modelsI bring a unique blend of academic depth (Doctorate in Business Administration) and hands-on execution, enabling me to translate strategy into measurable outcomes on the ground.I am particularly interested in logistics transformation, last-mile optimization, technology adoption, EVs/drones, and building future-ready supply chains that support business growth at scale. Open to leadership discussions, strategic collaborations, and knowledge exchange in logistics, supply chain, and operations excellence.

Experience

1. Deputy General Manager - Logistics (National Head)

   Dr Lal PathLabs

   Mar 2025 — Present · Gurugram, IN

   Lead national end-to-end logistics operations across multi-region, managing high-frequency, temperature-sensitive diagnostic sample movement with stringent TAT and compliance requirements. Own logistics strategy covering first-mile pickup, hub-and-spoke movement, and last-mile delivery, supporting large-scale, time-critical operations.Key Impact & InitiativesQuick Dx – 6-Hour Report Delivery•Designed and executed Quick Dx, a premium logistics-led model enabling sample collection to report delivery within 6 hours•Re-engineered pickup cut-offs, routing logic, hub processing windows, and priority handling SOPs to compress logistics TAT by 40–50% vs standard flow•Implemented dedicated express routes, priority lanes, and SLA-based governance across collection points, hubs, and labs•Achieved >95% SLA adherence for 6-hour commitments across pilot and scaled locations•Directly improved customer experience, clinician confidence, and enabled incremental revenue through premium service adoptionOperational Excellence & Cost Optimization•Improved overall logistics productivity by 15–25% through route optimization, manpower rationalization, and process standardization•Reduced delays, re-handling, and service failures by 30%+ via data-driven root-cause analysis and SLA reviews•Balanced speed and cost to ensure accelerated services remained commercially viable at scaleNetwork Expansion & Capability Building•Led logistics readiness for new labs, new geographies, Sunday operations, and expanded pickup windows with zero disruption•Established structured governance for vendor performance, FE productivity, and hub utilization•Built a disciplined operating rhythm using dashboards and benchmarking to shift logistics from execution to strategic business enablerInnovation & Future Readiness•Driving initiatives around technology enablement, green corridors, and next-gen logistics models aligned to long-term scalability

Education

• Ramrao Adik Institute of technology, University of Mumbai

  Bachelor's degree, Information Technology

  2009 — 2013

• Swiss School of Business and Management

  Doctorate of Business Administration, Business Administration, Management and Operations