Arpit Jain
About Arpit Jain
Arpit Jain is the Innovation (vGROW) and External Manufacturing Program Manager at Procter & Gamble, with extensive experience in supply chain management, supplier management, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Current Position at Procter & Gamble
Arpit Jain currently serves as the Innovation (vGROW) and External Manufacturing Program Manager at Procter & Gamble. Based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, he has held this position since 2020. His role involves managing innovation projects and overseeing external manufacturing programs, ensuring effective execution and alignment with company strategies.
Previous Roles at Procter & Gamble
Arpit Jain has an extensive history with Procter & Gamble, having held various senior positions. Between 2017 and 2020, he worked as a Senior Purchasing Manager in Brussels Area, Belgium. Prior to this, he held multiple roles including Senior Purchasing Manager - Global IT & India Distributor Operations in Mumbai Area, India (2016-2017), Senior Purchasing Manager- Health, Fabric, Shave, Feminine (2014-2016), Senior Purchasing Manager- External Supply Solutions: Health Care Asia (2012-2014), Packaging and Continuous Improvement Manager - Gillette India Limited (2011-2012), and Continuous Improvement Manager- Gillette India Limited (2010-2011).
Educational Background
Arpit Jain obtained his Master's degree in Supply Chain Management from the National Institute of Industrial Engineering, where he studied from 2008 to 2010. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Electronics and Telecommunication from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, completed between 2004 and 2008. His educational background has provided a solid foundation in engineering and supply chain management.
Expertise in Supply Chain and Supplier Management
Arpit Jain has extensive expertise in supply chain management and supplier relations, with significant experience in contract negotiations. His work at Procter & Gamble involved optimizing supply chain processes and managing supplier relationships, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of procurement and manufacturing operations.
Experience in Continuous Improvement and Lean Methodologies
Specializing in continuous improvement and lean methodologies, Arpit Jain has focused on enhancing operational efficiencies within manufacturing and procurement. His roles at Procter & Gamble included responsibilities such as driving continuous improvement initiatives and implementing lean practices to streamline processes and reduce waste.
Diverse Industry and Business Exposure
In addition to his work in the consumer goods industry, Arpit Jain has diverse exposure across various sectors including robotics, automation, and information technology. This range of experience has equipped him with a broader business perspective and the ability to innovate and drive growth within different industry contexts.