PRADEEP ANAYODAN POOTHATTA
Overview
51
51
years of professional experience
Work History
GENERAL MANAGER & CEO
JUBAIL MEDICARE CO.
AL JUBAIL, SAUDI ARABIA
01.2004 - Current
- Managed financial budgets, forecasting, and reporting, ensuring fiscal responsibility and sustainability.
- Developed successful strategies and policies, meeting organisational needs and implementing improvements.
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining strict adherence to quality standards and regulatory compliance.
- Developed high-performing teams to consistently exceed goals, drive revenue and expand markets.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within budget, and exceeding expectations.
- Selected and mentored senior staff, creating a successful leadership team.
- Built a successful business culture focused on performance optimisation and goal attainment.
- Analysed market trends and adjusted business strategies to capitalise on new opportunities for growth.
- Negotiated and managed high-value contracts, ensuring optimal service provision and cost-efficiency.
- Monitored operations to keep processes aligned with targets and matching forecasts.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and optimising stock levels for operational efficiency.
- Conducted comprehensive competitor analysis to inform strategic decision-making and competitive positioning.
Factory Manager
AL YAF INDUSTRIAL CO. LTD
DAMMAM, SAUDI ARABIA
10.1997 - 10.2004
- Managed daily operations in a high-volume manufacturing facility, overseeing production schedules and workflow.
- Implemented continuous improvement projects, leading to enhanced productivity and reduced operational costs.
- Developed and maintained production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of products to clients.
- Coordinated with supply chain managers to guarantee timely delivery of raw materials and prevent production delays.
- Analysed production data to identify trends, forecast demand, and make informed decisions on staffing and inventory levels.
- Analysed production data to identify trends and make informed decisions on process improvements.
- Implemented quality control procedures, significantly reducing waste and improving product standards.
- Controlled operational output by implementing quality procedures throughout production.
- Monitored quality control processes, making adjustments as necessary to meet stringent product standards.
- Trained staff in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to drive consistently high standards.
- Instituted safety protocols, achieving a record-low number of workplace accidents.
- Developed and maintained safety protocols, significantly reducing workplace accidents and promoting a culture of safety.
- Engaged in talent recruitment, selecting and hiring skilled workers to fill critical positions in the factory.
- Managed staff hiring, training and performance goals.
- Liaised with suppliers to secure high-quality materials at competitive prices, improving profit margins.
- Oversaw inventory management, implementing systems to minimise stock levels whilst meeting production needs.
- Coordinated with multiple departments to streamline production processes, reducing downtime and costs.
- Facilitated communication between upper management and production floor, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
- Prepared and presented detailed reports on plant performance, including productivity, quality, and financial metrics.
- Directed plant maintenance, operating schedule and supply management to minimise downtime.
- Oversaw maintenance of machinery and equipment, scheduling regular checks to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with the R and D department to introduce new products, driving innovation and market competitiveness.
- Championed sustainability initiatives, reducing environmental impact through waste minimisation and energy conservation efforts.
- Implemented improved policies and plans to enhance operational processes.
- Enforced standards of work and reporting deadlines.
- Negotiated and renewed contracts with customers and suppliers.
- Led meetings and briefings to inform managers on production updates.
- Conducted regular meetings with senior management to report on production metrics, challenges, and strategic opportunities.
- Fostered a positive working environment, addressing employee concerns and promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Organised training sessions on new technology adoption, keeping the team updated and enhancing productivity.
- Implemented improved policies and plans to enhance operational processes.
- Managed daily operations in a high-volume manufacturing facility, overseeing production schedules and workflow.
- Engaged in talent recruitment, selecting and hiring skilled workers to fill critical positions in the factory.
- Championed sustainability initiatives, reducing environmental impact through waste minimisation and energy conservation efforts.
- Led meetings and briefings to inform managers on production updates.
PRODUCTION MANAGER
USG MIDDLE EAST LTD
DAMMAM, SAUDI ARABIA
08.1987 - 10.1997
PROJECT ENGINEER
AL KHEREIJI & AL KUHAIMI MACHINERY CO.
DAMMAM, SAUDI ARABIA
08.1983 - 08.1987
MECHANICAL ENGINEER
ARAB ESTABLISHMENT FOR PROJECTS
AL KHOBAR, SAUDI ARABIA
04.1982 - 07.1983
MECHANICAL OFFICER INCHARGE
GOA SHIPYARD LTD
GOA, INDIA
11.1979 - 03.1982
DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
SPECIALITY VALVE CORPORATION
GOA, INDIA
01.1978 - 11.1979
MAINTANANCE ENGINEER
THE WESTERN INDIA PLYWOODS LTD
KANNUR, INDIA
12.1975 - 12.1977
Education
TRAINING
INDUSTRIAL ENTREPRENUERSHIP
TRUSHUR01-1978
Bachelor of Science - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
NATIONAL INSTITUTION OF TECHNOLOGY/ REC
CALICUT01-1975
Bachelor of Science - GRADUATION OF PHYSICS
UNIVERSITY OF CALICUT
CALICUT01-1971
Skills
- Operations management
- Financial planning
- Contract negotiation
- Strategic planning
- Process improvement
- Leadership development
- Team building
- Stakeholder management
- Leadership excellence
- Decision-Making authority
- Business administration
- Project budgeting
- Professional training delivery
- HR policies implementation
- Financial analysis
- Market research
- Executive communication
- Sustainability initiatives
- Industry partnership development
Timeline
GENERAL MANAGER & CEO
JUBAIL MEDICARE CO.
01.2004 - Current
Factory Manager
AL YAF INDUSTRIAL CO. LTD
10.1997 - 10.2004
PRODUCTION MANAGER
USG MIDDLE EAST LTD
08.1987 - 10.1997
PROJECT ENGINEER
AL KHEREIJI & AL KUHAIMI MACHINERY CO.
08.1983 - 08.1987
MECHANICAL ENGINEER
ARAB ESTABLISHMENT FOR PROJECTS
04.1982 - 07.1983
MECHANICAL OFFICER INCHARGE
GOA SHIPYARD LTD
11.1979 - 03.1982
DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
SPECIALITY VALVE CORPORATION
01.1978 - 11.1979
MAINTANANCE ENGINEER
THE WESTERN INDIA PLYWOODS LTD
12.1975 - 12.1977
TRAINING
INDUSTRIAL ENTREPRENUERSHIP
Bachelor of Science - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
NATIONAL INSTITUTION OF TECHNOLOGY/ REC
Bachelor of Science - GRADUATION OF PHYSICS
UNIVERSITY OF CALICUT