Mr. Vishal Kumar is a global supply chain and sourcing leader with over 15+ years of experience transforming complex value chains into strategic growth engines. Currently serving as Vice President Supply Chain, Manufacturing & Sourcing at Bombay Shaving Company & BOMBAE, he brings an exceptional blend of industry depth and global exposure, having led impactful operations across India, Portugal, Spain, Egypt, Angola, Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and broader African markets.

His cross-sector expertise spans Fashion (from fiber to fabric, colorful beads to jewellery, leather to bags), Personal Care, Color Cosmetics, Skin & Hair Care, Body & Home Care, and Food & Beverages (from barley to beer, potato to chips), alongside industrial- scale machinery and equipment, including detergent, soap, mayonnaise and beer plants, and automated warehouse operations.

At the core of Vishal’s success lies a rare ability to build deep, trust-based vendor relationships, a strength that goes beyond negotiation. His approach fosters transparency, extended payment terms, prioritized deliveries, and strategic alignment, often convincing vendors to prioritize BSC over larger, legacy clients. In a fast-paced start-up environment, where agility and trust are currency, this capability has been a game-changer, enabling scalable growth without compromising cost or service levels.

At Bombay Shaving Company, he has led a sweeping transformation of supply chain operations – accelerating new product development timelines, streamlining inventory management, and strengthening cash flow through improved payment terms. His focus on localization, strategic sourcing, and vendor optimization has led to substantial cost savings and enhanced gross margins, while simultaneously building a more agile and resilient supply chain framework.

His leadership philosophy centres around building high-performing teams, cross-functional collaboration, and driving bold execution. He has spearheaded greenfield setups, strategic sourcing, regulatory compliance, CAPEX buying, and multi-country logistics operations with consistent excellence.

He holds an MBA in Production & Operations, a Master’s in Chemistry, a Diploma in Fashion Designing, along with executive certifications from IIM Rohtak, MDI Gurgaon, and international institutions. A recipient of multiple awards, he is known as a strategic thinker, hands-on executor, and a people-first leader.

For him, supply chain isn’t just about efficiency; it’s about enabling business ambition and building lasting partnerships that fuel long-term success.