Offering 20 years of expertise in Project Management and New Product Design & Development within manufacturing. Currently Senior Manager in Project Management at Schaeffler India Limited, specializing in Tractor OEM customer engagement and leading Tractor clutch/Damper System development. Planning and implementing all required tasks & activities of the project inclusive ensuring availability of resources for achieving define project targets. Highly skilled in full product lifecycle activities including concept maturation, design management, engineering change management, issues control & resolution, cost management, vendor management, manufacturing and various other cross-functional activities. Led organization in research for new products, product enhancements and product redesign. Reviewed regularly part / product development activities and guided & supported the team in achieving the desired outcome. Excellent at managing complete engineering operations involving requirement analysis, finalization of specifications, designing, prototype development, testing & development in compliance to global quality standards and clients requirements. Conducted comprehensive risk assessments for project implementation, identifying potential challenges and developing effective risk management strategies to mitigate impact. Developed detailed project budgets, meticulously tracking expenditures and ensuring optimal resource allocation throughout the project lifecycle. Evaluated potential & practicality of products in development and relied on extensive experience & judgment to plan & accomplish goals. Expertise in driving operational cost reductions & infusing change management as per requirement. Exhibited excellence in devising strategies for quality system implementation, leading quality improvement projects & conducting audits. Proven track record in overseeing end-to-end project operations, ensuring compliance with technical and quality standards. Recognized for proficiency in reliability testing, value engineering, and effective team guidance. Skilled in fostering customer relations, workforce training, and achieving product excellence at competitive costs. Expert in leading cross-functional teams, driving successful project implementations and continuous improvement. Regular update of master data in PM tools & ensures the completion of Gate way review documentation. Efficiently transitioned new products/processes into company operations, overseeing the entire process up to commercial implementation, and ensuring a smooth and secure handover to the production team. Provide lessons learned at the end of the Project & implement recorded learning in other projects with corrective & preventive actions.
· Mentored and led a team of three project managers, guiding them through all phases of project lifecycles.
· Collaborated with the sales team to coordinate feasibility studies, technical reviews, and RFQ assessments.
· Developed and submitted comprehensive project charters, securing leadership approval and alignment with or· Mentored and led a team of three project managers, guiding them through all phases of project lifecycles.
· Collaborated with the sales team to coordinate feasibility studies, technical reviews, and RFQ assessments.
· Developed and submitted comprehensive project charters, securing leadership approval and alignment with organizational goals.
· Directed cross-functional teams (CFTs) and established comprehensive Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) for effective project management & execution.
· Managed communication with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely project reviews and adherence to deadlines
· Proactively identified, assessed, and mitigated project risks, ensuring smooth implementation and delivery.
· Maintained accurate project documentation and applied lessons learned to enhance future project outcomes.
· Oversaw end-to-end product &prototype development, including rigorous testing and validation processes to ensure quality and compliance.ganizational goals.
· Directed cross-functional teams (CFTs) and established comprehensive Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) for effective project management & execution.
· Managed communication with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely project reviews and adherence to deadlines
· Proactively identified, assessed, and mitigated project risks, ensuring smooth implementation and delivery.
· Maintained accurate project documentation and applied lessons learned to enhance future project outcomes.
· Oversaw end-to-end product &prototype development, including rigorous testing and validation processes to ensure quality and compliance.
· Conducted Extensive feasibility studies, technical reviews, and RFQ analyses to align projects with organizational goals.
· Managed prototype development, rigorous performance testing, and ensured compliance with international standards.
· Orchestrated the Transfer of Technology (TOT) from Europe to India, facilitating effective data sharing and stakeholder collaboration.
· Executed TOT initiatives aligned with industrial strategies and Center of Competency (CoC) objectives.
· Enhanced product reliability by maintaining and updating Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) to systematically mitigate risks
· Implemented an efficient Engineering Change Management process (ECR/ECO) to streamline modifications and ensure seamless transitions.
· Developed and managed the CAPEX budget for R&D laboratory instruments, supporting continuous innovation and operational efficiency.
Expanded technical expertise through advanced training in Air Generation Treatment Unit Design, Development, and Testing in Italy