
Ankur J
@ankurj
I lead enterprise transformation, operating model redesign, and execution governance for measurable outcomes.
What I'm looking for
I advise founders, CEOs, and senior leadership teams at Simpliwise Consulting on organization transformation, operating model redesign, and execution excellence. I help growth-stage and mid-market enterprises build scalable, investor-ready structures, governance, and performance rhythms.
Previously, at Bank of New York, I led enterprise-wide onboarding, operations, platform modernization, and change initiatives. I built KPI-driven dashboards and execution controls that contributed to 20%+ improvements in cycle time and error reduction.
In the Indian Army, I directed modernization and capability programs exceeding $100M across 15 operational units and external partners, delivering $10M+ in cumulative savings. I also sustained approximately 97% operational readiness and improved operational output by approximately 30% through workflow optimization, risk management, and structured program controls.
My work combines strategy, structure, governance, and delivery discipline. I use Lean Six Sigma, KPI system design, PMO frameworks, Power BI, PowerApps, and structured change control to turn transformation mandates into lasting operating mechanisms.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Consulting Partner
Simpliwise Consulting
Jan 2026 - Present (8 months)
Advises founders, CEOs, and senior leadership teams on organization transformation, operating model redesign, and execution excellence. Leads diagnostic and intervention programs focused on leadership alignment, governance effectiveness, and enterprise-wide accountability.
Led planning, execution, and delivery of multiple enterprise-wide initiatives across onboarding, operations, platform modernization, and change programs. Coordinated cross-functional stakeholders and built KPI-driven dashboards to improve operational performance.
Director, Strategic Planning
Indian Army
Jul 2019 - Mar 2023 (3 years 8 months)
Directed multi-year modernization and capability programs exceeding $100M, converting strategic objectives into executable delivery plans. Managed seven concurrent initiatives and established integrated reporting mechanisms across 15 operational units.
Senior Technical Program Manager
Indian Army
Jul 2017 - Jul 2019 (2 years)
Directed concurrent technical and operational programs exceeding $100M across seven units with 685+ personnel. Sustained ~97% operational readiness and improved operational output by ~30% through workflow optimization and structured execution controls.
Chief Procurement Officer (Imports)
Indian Army
May 2013 - Jul 2017 (4 years 2 months)
Directed execution of 22 international procurement and technical acquisition programs across 12+ global suppliers. Delivered $5M+ savings through structured negotiations and re-engineered acquisition workflows to improve execution predictability.
Senior System Engineer (Drones)
Indian Army
Jul 2009 - Jun 2012 (2 years 11 months)
Provided technical and logistics support for Israeli drones in forward operational areas, maintaining 24/7 operational readiness. Oversaw vendor compliance and established SOPs and SLAs for OEM support under AMC.
Operations Manager (Air Defence Missile System)
Indian Army
Jul 2007 - Jul 2009 (2 years)
Managed operations of air defence missile systems, ensuring operational readiness and mission success.
Deputy Director, Technical Training (Vehicle Technology)
Indian Army
Jul 2004 - Sep 2006 (2 years 2 months)
Directed technical training programs in vehicle technology, enhancing skills and operational readiness.
Engineering Officer (Armoured Vehicle Workshop)
Indian Army
Jul 2002 - Jul 2004 (2 years)
Managed engineering operations in an armoured vehicle workshop, ensuring maintenance and repair of military vehicles.
Team Leader, Combat Unit (Infantry Battalion)
Indian Army
Jun 2001 - Jul 2002 (1 year 1 month)
Led a combat unit in an infantry battalion, ensuring operational readiness and mission execution.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
IIM Indore
Business Management, Business Management
Pursued Business Management program at IIM Indore.
Scrum.org
PSM-I, Scrum
Holds Professional Scrum Master I (PSM-I) certification from Scrum.org.
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Pune
M.Sc., Military Science
Earned M.Sc. in Military Science from DIAT, Pune (DU).
KPMG
Green Belt, Lean Six Sigma
Holds Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification from KPMG.
Mumbai University
B.E., Mechanical Engineering
Completed B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Mumbai University.
Project Management Institute (PMI)
PMP, Project Management
Holds Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from PMI.
BITS Pilani
PG Diploma, Business Analytics
Completed PG Diploma in Business Analytics from BITS Pilani.
Microsoft
AZ-900, Cloud Computing
Holds Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) certification from Microsoft.
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