Ashish Jain

Senior Manager - Lead Operations – Corporate Social Responsibility-ESG Projects

Purpose-driven leader with 20+ years driving enterprise-wide transformation across strategy, operations, ESG, and CSR—linking purpose to profit. Delivered step-change gains in productivity 12–20%, multi-million-rupee savings, and scaled CSR/ESG portfolios that strengthen brand equity and license to operate (₹50 Cr+; 300k+ beneficiaries). Known for building systems, ecosystems, and stakeholder coalitions that turn pilots into repeatable results.

KEY CAPABILITIES AND STRENGTHS

• Drive enterprise-wide transformation — from strategy design to deployment and culture change — delivering operational and business excellence by removing inefficiencies and institutionalizing effective processes.
• Lead corporate social responsibility as a strategic growth lever — creating measurable social impact while strengthening brand equity and organizational competitiveness.
• Build sustainability ecosystems — advancing ESG and circular economy through stakeholder management and strategic collaborations, unlocking long-term value creation.
• Deliver profitability and growth by enabling operational excellence, designing robust systems & ecosystems, and embedding efficiency-driven practices.

SIGNATURE ACHIEVEMENTS & KEY CONTRIBUTIONS 

• Operational excellence at scale: Improved productivity 12–20% via lean line design, cellular layouts, and process improvements.
• Financial impact: Drove multi-million-₹ savings by standardizing material handling and building in-house solutions.
• Strategy to execution: Designed and rolled out UDAAN Vision & Strategy (twice); led Parivartan and lean programs boosting 15–20% productivity in indirect areas.
• CSR integrated with growth: Orchestrated a ₹50 Cr+ portfolio with 300k+ beneficiaries in skilling, education, healthcare—delivering business brand equity.
• ESG & circular economy pilots: Advanced remanufacturing and waste reduction to create new revenue/value streams.
• Greenfield setup and ramp-up: Set and scaled MAN FORCE engine line from 1 to 30 engines/shift, resolving field failures under tight timelines.

• ESG, Sustainability & CSR 
• Strategy & Organizational Transformation 
• Business & Operational Excellence

• M.Tech. –Climate Finance & Sustainability - IIT Kanpur (2024–25)
• MBA–Consultancy Management- BITS Pilani (2016–18)
• B.E. –Mechanical Engineering - MBM Engg. College Jodhpur (2001–05)