ANTO PRINCE
Tamilnadu,India
Summary
Accomplished Garage Manager with extensive experience in the automotive industry, specializing in vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and fleet management. Demonstrated expertise in utilizing advanced diagnostic scanning tools and techniques for both EV and ICE vehicles. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency, managing technician teams, and ensuring high standards of service quality and safety. Adept at implementing effective workflow processes, optimizing parts inventory, and delivering exceptional customer service. Committed to continuous improvement and staying abreast of the latest advancements in automotive technology.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Garage Manager
Sri Ganesha Auto Garage
Tamilnadu, India
09.2019 - Current
- Diagnose and troubleshoot EV and ICE vehicles using advanced diagnostic scanners and IMMO programming tools.
- Supervise and support technicians, ensuring they are trained in the latest vehicle, tools and safety technologies.
- Implement efficient workflow processes to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.
- Increased customer retention rate by 20% YoY.
- Completed 350+ damage assessment for Accidental vehicles for insurance claim.
- Completed 1000+ vehicles service advising as an integral part of the job.
- Increased profitability by 35% from sourcing the parts from Tier 1 suppliers and widening supplier base.
- Increased shopfloor efficiency by 20% by effective workforce management
- 90% of workshop accidents were reduced by initiating training on safety measures and tool handling.
- Handling 1.5Cr worth of Parts Inventory and reduce the parts damage by 10%.
- Crafted used cars procurement process and documentation with warranty ensuring reliability and performance and credibility.
Service Advisor
Sri Ganesha Auto Garage
, India
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Increased customer retention rate by 15% by leveraging deep knowledge of EV and ICE engines to provide specialized customer service and build rapport with clients.
- Achieved monthly sales targets by upselling additional services and products tailored to customer needs and preferences.
- Reduced customer complaints by 20% through prompt and professional resolution of issues, particularly those related to EV and ICE engine performance.
- Improved service efficiency by 10% by coordinating with technicians and parts department to ensure timely completion of repairs.
- Expertly conducted diagnostics on EV and ICE engine vehicles, leveraging advanced diagnostic scanners and IMMO programming tools with precision and expertise.
- Managed technicians and conducted final quality control inspections specifically focusing on EV and ICE engine services.
- Conducted training on new vehicle technology, its maintenance and safety measures with an emphasis on advancements in EV and ICE engine technologies.
Procurement Executive
Daimler India Commercial Vehicles Pvt Ltd
, India
07.2016 - 04.2018
- Buyer for Paints, Labour and FRP Consumables & resourcing activities
- On-Boarded 138 Unique Bus Body Suppliers & Optimized 1 Supplier out of 4 handled
- Cost Savings of 5.04 Cr. INR / Year for 9T Bus Achieved on Paint Materials & Labour
- Cost Saving of 2.01 Cr. INR / Year for SHD Bus Achieved on Paint Materials
- Cleared Pending Tooling Payments for Supplier's worth 5.2 Cr INR & assets payment.
- Localized FRP Primer for Gel-Coating Applications, saved: 8000 INR/ 9t Bus.
- Identified potential suppliers through comprehensive market research.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
Tamilnadu 03.2010 - 10.2014
Skills
- ICE & EV Maintenance & diagnostics troubleshooting
- Parts inventory management
- Vehicle inspection standards
- Technical reports creation
- Vehicle servicing
- Customer liaison
- Fleet management
- Troubleshooting expertise
- MOT testing knowledge
- Technical training delivery
- Garage spending control
- Workshop administration
- Fleet maintenance programmes
- Technical troubleshooting
- Supplier negotiation
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Languages
English
Advanced
Tamil
Native
Affiliations
- Vehicle technology learning
- Vehicle restoration
- Automobile Restomods
Certification
- Certified Internal Combustion Engine Specialist
- Batteries & Electrical Vehicles - Arizona State University - Coursera( Undergoing)
- Electric Vehicle Sensors - University of Colorado Boulder - Coursera (Undergoing)
- Electric Vehicle Technology - Alison (Undergoing)
Timeline
Garage Manager
Sri Ganesha Auto Garage
09.2019 - Current
Service Advisor
Sri Ganesha Auto Garage
08.2018 - 09.2019
Procurement Executive
Daimler India Commercial Vehicles Pvt Ltd
07.2016 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
03.2010 - 10.2014
- Certified Internal Combustion Engine Specialist
- Batteries & Electrical Vehicles - Arizona State University - Coursera( Undergoing)
- Electric Vehicle Sensors - University of Colorado Boulder - Coursera (Undergoing)
- Electric Vehicle Technology - Alison (Undergoing)
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