Rineet Ratnakar
Amsterdam,NH
Summary
Dynamic IT leader with a proven track record at Reckitt, driving digital transformation and advanced analytics to achieve significant revenue growth. Expert in IT program delivery and team management, fostering high-performing, diverse teams. Spearheaded initiatives that generated over 20% cost efficiencies while enhancing decision-making through data-driven insights.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President IT&D for Supply Chain
Reckitt
Amsterdam, NH
03.2023 - Current
- Engineered development and execution of IT & Digital strategy for Supply Chain, encompassing Manufacturing and Sustainability
- Managed team of 80 full-time resources and 140 contractors across delivery hubs in Poland, India, and Mexico
- Guided senior leadership in decision-making processes through data-driven insights and analysis.
- Managed a budget of $120 million (opex and capex) to drive standard technologies across manufacturing sites, commercial offices, and warehouses around the globe.
- Spearheaded the transition to agile delivery across all product lines.
- Developed cross-functional collaboration to align business goals and operational strategies.
CIO Europe and ANZ
Reckitt
Amsterdam, NH
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Orchestrated development and execution of IT & Digital strategy as integral member of management team for 4.5 billion GBP organization
- Oversaw corrective action plans to remedy structural, organizational, and departmental issues. (1.8 million savings)
- Managed workforce of 65 full-time employees and 100 contractors throughout Europe and Australia, organized into 9 distinct geographical regions.
- Oversaw allocation of 22 million GBP prioritizing advanced data & analytics, sales execution excellence, and revenue growth management
- Served as a liaison between technical teams, executive leadership, outside vendors, customers, partners, and other stakeholders.
Global IT&D Director Marketing Excellence
Reckitt
Amsterdam, NH
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Spearheaded formulation and delivery of IT & Digital strategy aligning with Reckitt’s Digital Marketing Maturity goals
- Managed team of 35 full-time resources and 80 contractors across Netherlands, UK, India, Poland, Brazil, and Dubai.
- Oversaw budget of 18 million GBP, emphasizing scaling of established Marketing technology products and development of new offerings to support Reckitt’s 5-year marketing vision.
- Deployed two in-house products that generated over 20% cost efficiencies and 0.3 incremental ROI.
- Developed Audience Engine, enabling data-driven cohort creation for improved targeting of digital campaigns.
- Implemented MROI, fostering a culture of testing and learning through A/B testing on live digital campaigns.
CIO North America Hygiene
Reckitt
Parsippany, NJ
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Spearheaded the formulation and execution of the IT and digital strategy within the management team for the 2.5 billion GBP Reckitt North America Hygiene business.
- Managed team of 18 permanent staff members alongside 35 contractors located in US and Canada
- Evaluated emerging technologies to enhance competitive advantage in the market.
- Directed management of an 8 million USD budget, prioritizing the enhancement of IT infrastructure and promoting a data-centric culture in the supply chain, sales, e-commerce, and digital marketing.
- Deployed SAP across US and Canada, integrating five warehouses within system.
- Standardized WMS (JDA) and transportation systems (Transplace) across North America operations.
- Developed Smart Forecasting product, achieving 1,000 basis points forecast accuracy improvement, generating $2.5 million savings in one quarter.
IT & Digital Director North Asia and ASEAN
Reckitt
Beijing, Beijing
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Led a team of 7 full-time resources and 20 contractors based in China and Hong Kong.
- Led execution of joint venture with local Chinese partner as member of management team for 1 billion GBP RB North Asia and ASEAN business
- Directed management of 3 million GBP budget, prioritizing collaborative development of acceleration strategies for online business with key brands
- Engineered analytics toolkit for estores, eretailers, and eDBs driven by consumer data
- Directed social media strategies to increase audience interaction and brand loyalty.
- Identified new technologies and trends in digital marketing space that could be used to improve existing strategies.
IT & Digital Director Russia & CIS
Reckitt
Moscow, Moscow
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Facilitated the integration of a local acquisition to enhance operational synergies in the Russian market.
- Reconstructed the 11 member IT and Digital team by integrating local talent with expatriates, enhancing cultural diversity and expertise.
- Executed deployment of Reckitt technology stack in complex local contexts to ensure standardization.
- Developed an innovative go-to-market model, leveraging technology to achieve double-digit growth in the pharmacy channel.
IT & Digital Senior Analyst ASEAN
Reckitt
Bangkok, Bangkok
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Consolidated IT teams across 5 ASEAN countries to establish a unified regional team.
- Led the deployment of distributor integrations and sales force automation technology across ASEAN, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Strengthened IT's role as a business partner by achieving sales targets through strategic technology integration.
IT & Digital Senior Analyst LATAM
Reckitt
Sao Paolo, SP
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Implemented supply chain planning and logistics technologies across Latin America, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Upgraded ERP infrastructure in Peru and Ecuador, replacing legacy systems to streamline business processes.
- Mentored students and interns, enhancing their technical skills and understanding of IT and digital systems.
IT & Digital Senior Analyst South Asia
Reckitt
New Delhi, New Delhi
06.2005 - 01.2010
- Advanced from Management Trainee to Senior Analyst over a 5-year period, demonstrating consistent growth and expertise.
- Gained deep insights into functional processes across Sales, Finance, and Supply Chain for a CPG business in India.
- Managed data collection processes to ensure accuracy and reliability.
- Facilitated training sessions for junior analysts on analytical tools and methodologies.
Education
B Tech - Mechanical Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology
Bombay01.2004
Physics, Chemistry, Maths and Computer Science
Choithram School Indore
Indore01.2000
Skills
- Digital transformation and data-driven marketing
- Revenue growth management
- Advanced analytics and IT strategy
- Go-to-market strategy
- IT program delivery and SAP
- Team management and high-performing teams
- Diversity and inclusion
- Proactive decision-making
Personal Passions
- Reading and telling stories with my daughter
- Exploring natural wonders with my family
- Science and History
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Portuguese
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Dutch
Elementary (A2)
A2
Timeline
Vice President IT&D for Supply Chain
Reckitt
03.2023 - Current
CIO Europe and ANZ
Reckitt
01.2022 - 03.2023
Global IT&D Director Marketing Excellence
Reckitt
01.2021 - 01.2022
CIO North America Hygiene
Reckitt
01.2018 - 01.2021
IT & Digital Director North Asia and ASEAN
Reckitt
01.2016 - 01.2018
IT & Digital Director Russia & CIS
Reckitt
01.2014 - 01.2016
IT & Digital Senior Analyst ASEAN
Reckitt
01.2012 - 01.2014
IT & Digital Senior Analyst LATAM
Reckitt
01.2010 - 01.2012
IT & Digital Senior Analyst South Asia
Reckitt
06.2005 - 01.2010
B Tech - Mechanical Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology
Physics, Chemistry, Maths and Computer Science
Choithram School Indore
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