Ranit Rana is an accomplished metallurgical engineer and seasoned management professional with over 25 years of experience in the steel industry. Currently serving as the Associate Vice President (Sales & Distribution) at Jindal Stainless, Ranit has demonstrated a proven track record in leading cross-functional teams, driving business growth, and executing market development strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Product & Market Development: Spearheads initiatives for the development of Stainless Steel in various segments including Automobile, Railways & Transportation (ART), Material Handling, Process Industries, and Infrastructure.
- Educational Initiatives: Leads a pioneering project at Jindal Stainless, partnering with prestigious institutions like IIT Roorkee, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Madras, IIT Bombay, and Sir J.J. College of Architecture to introduce an elective course on Stainless Steel in the curriculum of B.Tech and M.Tech students.
Career Highlights:
- Best Graduate Trainee, Tata Steel (1997-1998): Recognized as the top-performing trainee during his tenure at Tata Steel.
- International Exposure: As part of a core group at Tata Steel, Ranit was sent to Japan to receive operational training in Pickling & Cold Rolling from leading companies like Nippon Steel Corporation, Hitachi, and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.
- Cold Rolling Symposium: Selected as the Secretary, Technical Committee of COLROL 2000, an international symposium on Cold Rolling organized by Tata Steel.
- Six Sigma: Trained in Six Sigma methodology, Ranit led green belt projects to enhance quality processes at customers' end.
- McKinsey Customer Value Management: Trained by McKinsey in customer value management techniques, which he applied in various customer-oriented programs.
- Quality Management (TS 16949): Played a key role in implementing TS 16949 quality initiatives across the flat product area of Tata Steel.
- Corporate Branding: Worked closely with Landor Associates to implement Corporate Branding initiatives at Usha Martin Limited, overseeing its subsidiaries across India and abroad.
- Faculty and Trainer: Acts as a faculty at Jindal Stainless, delivering sessions on Stainless Steel at prestigious IITs and architectural colleges across India.
With deep expertise in market development, business strategy, and quality management, Ranit Rana has made significant contributions to the steel industry. His leadership and experience in both operational and academic arenas position him as a key figure driving innovation and growth at Jindal Stainless.
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