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AYUSH KOLHAR

AYUSH KOLHAR

Pune

Summary

Results-driven engineering professional with over 3 years of experience in export application engineering, international business development, and techno-commercial project handling. Proven ability to manage global markets including the UK, Russia, Africa, and Latin America. Skilled in preparing competitive proposals, negotiating with vendors, and acquiring new customers. Experienced in working with international delegations and representing the company at global expos and industry events. Strong at building long-term client relationships, expanding market reach, and delivering value in competitive, cross-cultural business environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Manager

Kirloskar Brothers Limited
06.2022 - Current
  • Handle export application engineering operations and project inquiries for international markets including the UK, Russia, Mexico, Peru, and key African countries such as Kenya, Tanzania, Mauritius, Uganda, South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Zambia.
  • Drive business development efforts in African regions by identifying new opportunities, developing new customer accounts, conducting client visits, and representing the company in international exhibitions and forums.
  • Prepare comprehensive techno-commercial proposals tailored to global project requirements, ensuring alignment with client specifications and regional standards.
  • Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to achieve cost optimization, and improve project competitiveness.
  • Manage high-level international delegations from countries such as Israel, South Africa, Zambia, and the UK, showcasing company capabilities, and strengthening client relationships.
  • Represented the company at the Watertech Kenya Expo 2025 in Nairobi, enhancing brand visibility in East Africa.
  • Participated in the CII India–Africa Conclave and the CII India–Latin America Conclave, contributing to bilateral trade discussions and regional engagement strategies.

Industrial Engineering Intern

Kirloskar Brothers Limited
11.2021 - 05.2022
  • Worked on the project titled “Time Study of Small and Medium Pump Division.” The steps associated in the project were detailed time study, calculating cycle time using standard estimation techniques with the help of machining drawings and the standard manufacturing formulae, analyzing the deviation between the observed and standard cycle time, suggesting improvements to increase OEE(Overall Equipment Effectiveness)

Project Intern

Shree Shirotech Private Limited, Kolhapur
01.2021 - 10.2021
  • Worked on the project entitled “Implementing Industrial Engineering Tools and Techniques for Improvement of Overall Equipment Effectiveness at Small Scale Industry”. Implemented concepts like time study, understanding the process flow, Value Stream Mapping, Inventory Control, Scheduling and Forecasting.

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Digvijay Industries, Sangli
10.2020 - 12.2020
  • Learned the applications of mechanical engineering in the agricultural field as Digvijay Industries mainly focuses on the agricultural industry.

Marketing Intern (Part- Time)

Nano Rangers, Sangli
11.2021 - 06.2022
  • Nano Rangers is a company which provides services like ceramic coatings for cars and bikes. Assisted in social media marketing of the company and handled the social media accounts.

Chief Technology Officer (Part- Time)

TechThatSolves
11.2018 - 10.2020
  • TechThatSolves was a startup with an aim to solve the basic problems faced by the society using the technical solutions. I worked on this startup as Chief Technology Officer for 2 years and our team developed 4 products.

Second-Year Representative

Mechanical Engineering Students Association (MESA)
07.2019 - 05.2020
  • Assisted the core committee of Mechanical Engineering Students Association in overall management of various events including TRAILBLAZER 2020 (a state level event).

Mechanical Engineering Intern

SAI Industries, Sangli
12.2019 - 01.2020
  • Learned basic concepts of mechanical engineering associated with manufacturing of various types of conveyor chains.

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering

Rajarambapu Institute of Technology
Islampur
06.2022

Skills

  • Business development, SAP, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP basics, SAP MM basics, C, C, AutoCAD, Catia, Python basics, Six Sigma Yellow Belt (Udemy), supply chain specialization (Coursera)
  • Techno-commercial proposals
  • Client relationship management
  • Business development
  • Market analysis
  • Vendor negotiation

Awards

Best Project Award in Engineering Exploration Competition in First Year of Engineering., Received 3rd Prize in merit award distribution ceremony. Secured 3rd rank in Second Year of Engineering.

Projects

Automatic Pipe Leakage Detection System using Flow Rate Sensors., Wind Energy Controlled Smart Lighting System across Highways., Automatic Bread Cutting Machine., Automatic Garbage Collection Machine for water bodies., Implementing Industrial Engineering Tools and Techniques for Improvement of Overall Equipment Effectiveness at Small Scale Industry., Time Study of Small and Medium Pump Division.

Publications

Worked on a research paper entitled “Analyzing Barriers of Resilient and Sustainable Supply Chain Management in Indian Automobile Industry”.

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Marathi
Native
Native
German
Beginner
A1
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2

Affiliations

  • Technical Seminars & Client Demos: Conducted product presentations, technical seminars, and live equipment demonstrations for international clients in Africa.
  • Trade Fairs & Industry Exhibitions: Represented Kirloskar Brothers Ltd. at major global trade shows (e.g., IFAT, Big 5 Dubai, etc.), engaging in lead generation and client engagement.
  • Proposal Development & Tender Participation: Participated in technical bid preparation, pricing strategies, and documentation for international government and private tenders.

Timeline

Deputy Manager

Kirloskar Brothers Limited
06.2022 - Current

Industrial Engineering Intern

Kirloskar Brothers Limited
11.2021 - 05.2022

Marketing Intern (Part- Time)

Nano Rangers, Sangli
11.2021 - 06.2022

Project Intern

Shree Shirotech Private Limited, Kolhapur
01.2021 - 10.2021

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Digvijay Industries, Sangli
10.2020 - 12.2020

Mechanical Engineering Intern

SAI Industries, Sangli
12.2019 - 01.2020

Second-Year Representative

Mechanical Engineering Students Association (MESA)
07.2019 - 05.2020

Chief Technology Officer (Part- Time)

TechThatSolves
11.2018 - 10.2020

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering

Rajarambapu Institute of Technology
AYUSH KOLHAR