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Maninder Singh Arora

Fremont,CA

Summary

Experienced operations management professional with 20+ years in logistics and business development. Skilled in leading teams, optimizing processes, and strategic planning. Proven success in managing high value projects, and enhancing business growth. Dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Storage Solution

Willscot Mobile Mini
Fremont, CA
08.2023 - Current

• Led safety initiatives and policy enforcement, ensuring compliance across dispatch operations.
• Managed daily branch operations, optimizing driver scheduling and resource allocation.
• Developed dispatch plans to improve efficiency in deliveries and pickups.
• Implemented process improvements that reduced turnaround times and enhanced fleet utilization.
• Ensured profitability of trucking operations while maintaining high service standards.

Delivery Specialist

Click 4 Truck
Hayward, CA
06.2021 - 07.2023

• Maintained a 100% on-time delivery record, optimizing routes for efficiency and cost reduction.
• Managed freight handling and logistics across the San Francisco Bay Area, including airport deliveries.
• Ensured regulatory and safety compliance, conducting pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Improved delivery workflow efficiency by streamlining coordination between dispatchers, warehouse staff, and customers.
• Provided exceptional customer service, resolving inquiries and ensuring seamless operations.

Senior Vice President – Business Development & Operations

Krian Media Ltd.
West Covina, CA
06.2015 - 12.2020

• Led business operations for Ramoji Krian Film Ventures, focusing on profitability and efficiency.
• Managed film production and distribution, negotiating contracts and overseeing successful releases.
• Directed a $500K private cinema construction project, leading a 20-member team.
• Spearheaded the development of a state-of-the-art green screen studio, integrating advanced technologies.
• Optimized budgets and project timelines, ensuring cost-effective execution.

Assistant Vice President – Operations

Scrabble Entertainment Ltd.
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
09.2009 - 05.2015

• Led nationwide film distribution operations, ensuring seamless and timely content delivery.
• Established and managed international operations in Israel, driving profitability.
• Streamlined logistics and process improvements, reducing errors and improving efficiency.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors and partners to optimize costs and compliance.

Business Development Manager

HDFC Standard Life Insurance Company Ltd
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
02.2007 - 04.2009

• Led sales and business expansion efforts, developing and executing strategic growth plans.
• Managed key client relationships, enhancing customer acquisition and retention.
• Conducted training programs to improve team performance and sales effectiveness.

Education

Master's of Commerce - Commerce

University of Mumbai
Mumbai
06.2004 - 04.2006

Bachelor's of Commerce - Commerce

MMK College of Commerce & Economics
Mumbai
06.1999 - 04.2002

Skills

Operations and Supply Chain Management

Project Management

Collaborative Leadership

Strategic Planning and Business Development

Stakeholder and vendor management

Process Improvement and Workflow Optimization

Accomplishments

· Streamlined dispatch and operations, reducing errors by 20% and enhancing efficiency.

· Improved team productivity through training programs and performance coaching.

· Implemented process improvements, reducing errors and earning recognition for operational excellence.

· Launched and promoted new insurance products, increasing sales by 15%.

· Sourced and distributed 350+ films annually to 5,000+ cinema screens, expanding audience reach.

· Streamlined the DCI conversion process, cutting turnaround time by 20%.

· Reduced distribution costs by 30% through negotiation and process optimization.

· Completed a cinema hall project 3 weeks ahead of schedule, increasing client satisfaction by 10%.

· Boosted team productivity with project management software, reducing admin time.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
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thursday
friday
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sunday
morning
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evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCareer advancementCompany Culture

Quote

Everything in life is just for a while.
Philip K. Dick

Languages

English
Native language
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Punjabi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Marathi
Beginner (A1)
A1

Interests

Cooking

Travelling

Timeline

Storage Solution

Willscot Mobile Mini
08.2023 - Current

Delivery Specialist

Click 4 Truck
06.2021 - 07.2023

Senior Vice President – Business Development & Operations

Krian Media Ltd.
06.2015 - 12.2020

Assistant Vice President – Operations

Scrabble Entertainment Ltd.
09.2009 - 05.2015

Business Development Manager

HDFC Standard Life Insurance Company Ltd
02.2007 - 04.2009

Master's of Commerce - Commerce

University of Mumbai
06.2004 - 04.2006

Bachelor's of Commerce - Commerce

MMK College of Commerce & Economics
06.1999 - 04.2002
Maninder Singh Arora