Kodeeswaran Dhanakodi
Omaha
Summary
Strategic operations leader with 17+ years of experience across manufacturing, healthcare-aligned industries, and global business environments. Experienced in Director Strategy – Business Line Health Care–level capabilities, including strategic planning, competitive positioning, market and competitive analysis, and cross-functional leadership. Proven track record of driving strategic initiatives, operational transformation, and executive decision support. Strong expertise in healthcare business strategy, life sciences market analysis, regulatory and compliance strategy, and patient safety and quality frameworks.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Operations & Strategy Leader
Evonik Corporation
Omaha
03.2023 - Current
- Led operational strategy initiatives and supported business planning and transformation projects.
- Built strategic roadmaps to align operations with business growth and performance targets.
- Supported executive leadership through performance reporting and strategic analysis.
- Improved leadership decision-making through structured strategy insights.
- Strengthened cross-functional alignment across R&D, supply chain, and operations.
- Increased operational stability and planning effectiveness.
Operations, Projects & Strategy Leader
Evonik
02.2008 - 02.2023
- Led plant commissioning, decommissioning, and large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Executed process optimization, Lean, 5S, and Kaizen initiatives.
- Led safety governance through MOC, LOTO, SOP, and audit programs.
- Modernized equipment and process systems to improve operational reliability.
- Achieved 10% production yield improvement.
- Delivered $20,000/month recurring cost savings.
- Generated $25,000 direct savings through Lean/5S improvements.
- Successfully led pioneer plant startup and shutdown programs.
- Evonik – Singapore (Asia Pacific)
Process / Production Engineer
Biocon
- Managed day-to-day plant operations and process stability.
- Supported equipment commissioning, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
- Developed SOPs and operational documentation.
- Improved process reliability and operational discipline.
- Reduced downtime and improved product quality consistency.
- Built strong technical foundation in chemical and manufacturing operations.
- Biocon – India
Education
Master of Engineering Management -
Bachelor of Chemical Engineering -
Diploma in Chemical Technology -
Government Polytechnic
Diploma in Industrial Safety -
Skills
- Business Strategy
- Strategic Planning
- Market Analysis
- Financial Planning
- Healthcare Strategy
- Process Optimization
- Lean / 5S
- SAP / ERP
- Advanced Process Control (APC)
- KPI Management
- Risk & Compliance
- Project Governance
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Strategic Leadership
- Stakeholder Management
- Executive Communication
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Change Management
- Strong Analytical Thinking
- Problem Solving
Certification
- CAEM – Certified associate in engineering management
- Strategic Management & Business Analytics
- Process Safety & Risk Leadership
Key Strategic Achievements
- Delivered $20,000/month recurring cost savings through process optimization and recovery projects
- Improved operational yield by 10% per batch
- Generated $25,000 in Lean and 5S savings
- Reduced process downtime by 15% through equipment modernization
- Improved cross-functional execution speed by 20% through structured strategic road mapping
Languages
- English, Fluent
- German, Learning (Business Level)
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer, Singapore Red Cross Society, Singapore, Actively participated in blood donation drives, Supported fundraising initiatives, Promoted community awareness
References
References available upon request
Personal Information
Relocation: Open to Relocation (USA / Europe / Global)
Timeline
Senior Operations & Strategy Leader
Evonik Corporation
03.2023 - Current
Operations, Projects & Strategy Leader
Evonik
02.2008 - 02.2023
Process / Production Engineer
Biocon
Master of Engineering Management -
Bachelor of Chemical Engineering -
Diploma in Chemical Technology -
Government Polytechnic