Mumbai, August 27, 2024: Achilles Information Limited, a global leader in supply chain sustainability and risk management solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Amitava Baksi as Achilles Ambassador for the steel sector. With a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the sector’s unique challenges and opportunities, Mr. Baksi is a seasoned professional in the steel industry. In this strategic advisory role, Mr. Baksi, with his industry expertise, will foster collaborations and partnerships that advance sustainable practices and supply chain resilience within the steel industry. His role will also include identifying and cultivating business development opportunities for Achilles India across a range of sectors, which is expected to significantly contribute to the company’s continued growth and impact in the region.
Mr. Baksi joins the prestigious global network of Achilles Ambassadors, a select group of industry leaders Achilles Information is strategically cultivating to expand its reach and influence across diverse sectors and geographies. Based in the heart of India’s steel industry, Jamshedpur, Mr. Baksi will play a pivotal role in driving Achilles’ mission of fostering sustainable and resilient supply chains.
Mr. Baksi brings with him almost four decades of rich leadership experience. He has worked in multiple senior executive roles at Tata Steel. He served as Chief Procurement Officer at Tata Steel in his previous role. A mechanical engineering graduate from Birla Institute of Technology, he also served as Managing Director of JAMIPOL, a Tata Steel-promoted Joint Venture. A renowned thought leader, Mr. Baksi held multiple positions in various industry associations, including chairman of the Institution of Engineers (India), Jamshedpur Centre, Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII)—Jamshedpur Zonal Council, and member of the CII Jharkhand Council. He currently serves as the President of the Association of Supply Chain Professionals (ASCP, India)
His contributions to the industry have been acknowledged with several prestigious awards, including the ‘Eminent Engineer’ award in 2010 and the ‘Distinguished Engineer’ award in 2013 by the Institution of Engineers (India), as well as the ‘Outstanding Leader in Procurement’ recognition by the Institution of Supply Chain Management (ISCM) in 2016. He is an active board member of MVS ACMEI Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Steel City Press Pvt. Ltd., and Arush Metals Ltd.
Welcoming Mr. Baksi, Ms. Smitha Shetty, Regional Director, APAC, Achilles Information Limited, said, “We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Amitava Baksi as an Achilles Ambassador. His profound industry knowledge and extensive network will be instrumental in positioning Achilles as the go-to sustainable supply chain solutions provider. This will enable companies to showcase their ESG compliance and bolster their competitiveness in the global marketplace. We are confident that his strategic guidance and leadership will foster critical industry alliances and play a pivotal role in advancing Achilles’ mission of empowering organizations on their sustainability journey within India Inc.”
Commenting on his appointment, Mr. Amitava Baksi, Achilles Ambassador, Achilles Information Limited, said, “I’m excited to join Achilles Information, a recognized global leader in enhancing supply chain resilience and efficiency. Their innovative solutions empower organizations to mitigate risk and optimize sustainability performance. I look forward to contributing my expertise and industry connections to drive impactful conversations that champion sustainability across India Inc. and furthering Achilles’ mission in the region.”
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About Achilles
For more than 30 years, Achilles has protected organizations’ business interests and reputations by providing unrivalled levels of supply chain transparency, carbon reduction and management. Achilles is the ESG and carbon management partner of choice for the world’s leading global brands.
Achilles specializes in supporting customers who require robust environmental, social and governance reporting to comply with ESG regulations, meet investor requirements, and achieve their own ambitious sustainability goals. It works with market-leading financial, industrial, commercial and governmental organizations that require serious, detailed analysis and expert insight to deliver exceptional supplier selection and reporting confidence. Operating from 18 locations worldwide, Achilles is at the forefront of the battle against climate change, a champion for social justice and human rights, and an expert in health, safety, and risk management.
