Babar Iqbal
Supply Chain Professional
Badin
Summary
Accomplished Quality Assurance Leader with over 12 years of experience in manufacturing cost optimization, new product development, and quality assurance for global brands like Colgate-Palmolive, Unilever, and P&G. Achieved a 5% defect reduction at Colgate and drove a 50% Labor cost reduction at Unilever through automation and process improvements. Expertise in ISO/IEC 17025 compliance, GMP, and innovative product launches, consistently delivering measurable impact on efficiency, quality, and market growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Head of Quality
Colgate-Palmolive Pakistan
04.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented Quality Strategy, achieving a 5% defect reduction by aligning processes with global standards and business objectives
- Led the ISO/IEC 17025-aligned digital transformation, reducing processing errors and improving data retrieval time by 90%
- Strategic Collaborations: Facilitated strategic partnerships, driving a 10% growth in turnover for the Personal Care business through innovative product launches
- R&D Expertise: Overseeing end-to-end Research and Development for Home Care products, including bars, liquids, and powders, from concept ideation to market launch
- Employee Relations & Organizational Development: Led the restructuring of the QA department, aligning it with Lean Management principles to enhance efficiency and drive effective quality planning
Quality Assurance Manager
Unilever Pakistan
05.2022 - 04.2024
- Spearheaded GMP compliance improvement, increasing adherence from 90% to 95% by implementing targeted training programs and process audits
- Digitized the Integrated Pest Management Program, reducing monitoring time by 30% and improving issue detection rates by 20%
- Created and deployed the SITE Q-Dashboard, integrating all recording systems and reducing reporting time by 40%, enhancing decision-making speed
- Designed a Quality Innovation Gate Control framework, accelerating product launch timelines by 15% and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives
- Played a pivotal role in deploying the Site Employee Relations strategy, resulting in a 20% increase in employee engagement scores
- Directed the Safety Subcommittee, implementing Change Management initiatives that reduced workplace incidents by 25%
- Led Quality Capability Building across Pakistan Supply Chain, enhancing operational excellence and achieving a 10% productivity boost
Research and Development Manager
Unilever Pakistan
03.2019 - 05.2022
- Orchestrated the relaunch of Lifebuoy Shampoo (Project Isotopes), achieving a 5% increase in market share through innovative formulation strategies
- Secured a 5% increase in turnover and a 500-basis points improvement in gross margin by introducing cost-effective production techniques
- Directed the EU Regulatory Compliance Improvement Project, attaining 100% compliance for Milder Preservatives and Lilaal-Free requirements, enabling uninterrupted product distribution
Operations Manager
Unilever Pakistan
06.2016 - 03.2019
- Reduced labor costs by 50% ($2.6M to $1.3M) by automating high-speed soap packing lines, optimizing layouts, and ensuring seamless start-up
- Streamlined soap packing operations, consolidating 250-ton capacity from five lines into four, resulting in a 7% efficiency boost and 17% reduction in utility costs
- Spearheaded the deployment of the 7-Day Working Regime at Unilever Rahim Yar Khan, increasing production capacity by 10%
- Directed the Zero OT Project for Personal Wash Operations, reducing overtime expenses by 100% through 7 day Working, with job enrichment, speared 30% manpower for Shift Cover Required for 7 days of Working
Site Quality Manager
Unilever Pakistan
07.2014 - 06.2016
- Deployed a comprehensive quality strategy across manufacturing operations, achieving 100% compliance with corporate and regulatory standards
- Conducted internal quality audits, identifying and addressing 15% of non-conformities, leading to enhanced operational performance
- Implemented HACCP plans, reducing consumer safety risks by 20% and aligning processes with international food safety standards
Managing Advisor
Business Beam Limited
08.2013 - 07.2014
- Evaluated and executed consultancy projects, achieving 100% compliance with framework standards for National Water Company RCBU, Saudi Arabia, enhancing operational efficiencies
Manager QA/QC & IMS
Shield Corporation Limited
04.2012 - 08.2013
- Directed QA, QC, and Product Development for Baby Care and Oral Care portfolios, introducing three new products and reducing defect rates by 10%
- Managed quality assurance and innovation processes, leading multiple product launches that increased customer satisfaction scores by 15%
- Drove incremental turnover of €0.25 million (1.8% of total turnover) by optimizing product development and aligning with market demands
Assistant Manager, Quality Management Systems
International Steels Limited
10.2009 - 04.2012
- Developed and implemented an end-to-end documentation system for ISO 9001, achieving certification readiness and reducing audit findings by 20%
- Implemented a Quality Plan with laboratory and inspection procedures, enhancing process integrity and reducing defect rates by 15% for a €244M operation
- Established a training and qualification framework for QA, boosting team efficiency by 25% and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
Assistant Manager, QAD
Peoples Steel Mills Ltd
12.2008 - 10.2009
- Conducted Wet Chemistry Analysis of Steel, Alloys, and Refractory, ensuring compliance with industry standards and reducing analysis errors by 10%
- Prepared and maintained documentation aligned with ISO/IEC 17025, facilitating successful accreditation and enhancing audit readiness
Raw Material Analyst
Procter & Gamble
01.2007 - 12.2008
- Implemented updates to testing procedures in alignment with RMS Database, reducing testing cycle time by 15% and ensuring global system compliance
- Managed GLP-related key elements of 19 QAKE standards, achieving 100% compliance and enhancing laboratory operational efficiency
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory systems, improving traceability accuracy by 20% and ensuring seamless data integrity
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Karachi University
Karachi, SD 01.2004 - 12.2007
Skills
Employee Development
Change Management
Lean Manufacturing
Strategic Planning
ISO/IEC 17025
GMP
Internal Auditing
Regulatory Compliance
Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Certification
Certified Lead Auditor ISO 9001:2008, Singapore Quality International Institute, 2011
Skills
Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Employee Development, Change Management, Lean Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, ISO/IEC 17025, GMP, HACCP, Internal Auditing, Regulatory Compliance, Quality Assurance Systems, Manufacturing Cost Optimization, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt if applicable), Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Automation in Manufacturing, Data Analytics for Quality Improvement, FMCG Operations, Product Development, Supply Chain Optimization, Safety Compliance, Project Management
Timeline
Head of Quality
Colgate-Palmolive Pakistan
04.2024 - Current
Quality Assurance Manager
Unilever Pakistan
05.2022 - 04.2024
Research and Development Manager
Unilever Pakistan
03.2019 - 05.2022
Operations Manager
Unilever Pakistan
06.2016 - 03.2019
Site Quality Manager
Unilever Pakistan
07.2014 - 06.2016
Managing Advisor
Business Beam Limited
08.2013 - 07.2014
Manager QA/QC & IMS
Shield Corporation Limited
04.2012 - 08.2013
Assistant Manager, Quality Management Systems
International Steels Limited
10.2009 - 04.2012
Assistant Manager, QAD
Peoples Steel Mills Ltd
12.2008 - 10.2009
Raw Material Analyst
Procter & Gamble
01.2007 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Karachi University
01.2004 - 12.2007
Certified Lead Auditor ISO 9001:2008, Singapore Quality International Institute, 2011
Certified Manager of QA & OE, American Society of Quality, 2024
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