ASHOK J KANSARA
Automotive Program Management
Chennai
Summary
Leveraging business acumen and leadership skills to target senior/strategic roles in Project/Program/Business Development Department to contribute to Organisation’s Product Initiatives
A performance-driven IPMA-C certified Automotive enthusiast, 31 years of productive experience in end-to-end Purchase & Vendor Development, Project/Program Management and Aftersales Operations in OEM Automotive Domain ensuring 11 successful vehicle launches. Insightful expertise in Program Management with skills in directing all Program phases encompassing defining scope, budget estimation, resource & schedule planning, risk assessment & control, inter-discipline coordination, vendor management, monitoring, and Industrialisation 11 successful vehicle launches within preset budgets & deadlines, formulated cost, quality & schedule budget to ensure optimum resource utilization for accomplishment of overall objectives. Current role of Deputy General Manager (Platform Department) – Serial Life Management of Renault CMFA+A+ platform (ICE, EV) vehicles & Billion Euro League (Billion € Parts Export from India) with Renault Nissan Technology & Business Centre India Pvt. Ltd. Chennai.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Deputy General Manager (Platform Department)
Renault Nissan Technology and Business Centre India Pvt. Ltd., Chennai, India
04.2016 - Current
- Key Result Areas as Deputy General Manager (Platform Department) – Serial Life Management of CMFA+ platform vehicles & Billion Euro League (1B parts Export from India to Renault global group)
- Achieved successful launch of BS6.2 vehicle and its readiness for launch in 2024
- Platform Program management: CMFA+ (3 ICE Cars) to be launched in 2025
- Auto Parts Exports from India: Leading Parts Exports (Billion Euro League) with Renault Nissan India) with Renault Nissan Technology & Business Centre India Pvt. Ltd. Chennai.
- Key Result Areas as Deputy Chief Vehicle Engineer - Platform Management (CMFA+ platform by Y Nicks):
- Successfully achieved serial life management objectives for MY22, MY23, and BS6.2 => 6 ME, focusing on Quality and Cost
- Led the launches of MY22 in August 2021 and MY23 in August 2022, achieving quality concerns and delivery cost savings of 1.1 ME
- Key Result Areas as Deputy Chief Vehicle Engineer – Serial Life Management (CMFA+ platform by Y Nicks):
- Led existing projects on the Renault Nissan platform, ensuring successful launch of Nissan Kicks
- Spearheaded the process for the launch of the Nissan Kicks (on the Renault Duster platform) in 2019, resulting in a synergy of 27 ME (Common Cost) for the alliance.
- Ensured the timely launch of BS6-compliant vehicles for the Renault Duster and Nissan Kicks (featuring 3 powertrains) in April 2020, resulting in a synergy of 15 ME (Common Cost) for the alliance.
Deputy General Manager – Program Management - MO SUV Platform
Renault India Pvt. Ltd., Chennai, India
09.2010 - 03.2016
- Ensured project conceptualization, approval and timely launch of Renault Duster Phase-2 (26 ME) in February 2016 and secured project approval for Renault Captur in March 2016 (105 ME). Developed and executed the 'Duster Battle Plan' to safeguard Duster product and market share amidst competition. This included annual limited edition launches, achieving total cost savings of 550 €, penetrating new markets such as Sri Lanka and G&GB sales, enhancing vehicle personalization through accessories, and introducing new powertrain options like AMT and 4x4.
- Key Result Areas as Executive Assistant to Deputy Managing Director:
- Managed Renault Mahindra de-merger agreement to ensure Engineering, SCM and Aftersales support for manufacture of Mahindra Logan
Divisional Manager Purchase – Electrical & Electronics Commodity
General Motors India Pvt. Ltd., Halol/Chennai, India
01.1998 - 08.2010
- Developed Purchase and Supplier Development strategy for Electrical & Electronics components, leading a team of 3 executives and managing 15 ME in revenue. Successfully delivered yearly savings of 1.2 MS between 2006 and 2008 and launch of Chevrolet Beat and Spark
- Key Result Areas as Buyer, Supplier Dev. Engineer - Electrical & Electronics Commodity:
- Ensured timely sourcing and supplier development of electro-mechanical parts with value suppliers resulting in launch of Chevrolet Tavera, Aveo and Optra within budget and schedule.
- Key Result Areas as Supplier Quality Engineer (Int./Exterior Parts):
- Ensured timely launch of Opel Corsa.
- Key Result Areas as Divisional Manager – Aftersales – Head South zone:
- Managed performance of 50 service outlets, ensured its readiness for launch of Chevrolet Cruze.
- Achieved better Service Satisfaction Score (86%)
Materials Officer – Supplier Development
Tata Motors Pune, India
07.1994 - 12.1997
- Ensured timely sourcing and supplier development of electro-mechanical parts with value suppliers resulting in launch of Chevrolet Tavera, Aveo and Optra within budget and schedule.
- Ensured timely launch of Opel Corsa.
Education
BE - Mechanical
National Institute of Technology
Tiruchirappalli01-1994
Skills
Strategic Planning
Program/Project Management
Global Purchasing
Aftersales
Vendor Management
Negotiations
Stakeholder Management
Team Building
Risk Management
Accomplishments
Launch of Tata Safari (Supplier Development) =>1997
Launch of Chevrolet Tavera (Buyer/Supoplier Development) => 2004
Launch of Chevrolet Beat and Spark (Purchase Commodity Manager) => 2007
Launch of Renalt Duster Derivative Versions and Phase 2 (Program Management) => 2016
Launch of Renault Duster and Nissan Kicks BS6 variant (Deputy Chief Vehicle Engineer) => 2020
Launch of Kiger Ph 2, Triber Ph 2, Dacia Spring EV (Project Manager) => 2025
Export of Parts from India to Renault Europe (Project Manager) => 2025
Certification
2024: IPMA-C Certification
PERSONAL DETAILS
- Date of Birth: 17th March 1972
- Address: Olympia Opaline, Amber 132F, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Navalur, Chennai 600130, Tamil Nadu
Timeline
Deputy General Manager (Platform Department)
Renault Nissan Technology and Business Centre India Pvt. Ltd., Chennai, India
04.2016 - Current
Deputy General Manager – Program Management - MO SUV Platform
Renault India Pvt. Ltd., Chennai, India
09.2010 - 03.2016
Divisional Manager Purchase – Electrical & Electronics Commodity
General Motors India Pvt. Ltd., Halol/Chennai, India
01.1998 - 08.2010
Materials Officer – Supplier Development
Tata Motors Pune, India
07.1994 - 12.1997
BE - Mechanical
National Institute of Technology