GAURANG JOSHI
Pune
Summary
Product-minded engineering leader with 13+ years at John Deere across enterprise logistics/supply chain, factory planning, and SAP-enabled transformation. Partnered closely with Enterprise SAP product teams and business stakeholders to deliver outcomes in SAP EWM implementation, master data cutover, process standardization, and automation. Strong track record in cross-functional leadership, prioritization, Agile/Scrum execution, and measurable business impact (e.g., cost savings through automation). PG-certified in Product Management (IIM Indore) and Certified Scrum Master.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Engineer
John Deere
08.2023 - Current
- Partner with Enterprise SAP product team and business stakeholders to support SAP EWM implementation; translate operational needs into actionable delivery plans and execution readiness.
- Led master data cutover workstream with cross-functional alignment across IT product teams and business units; managed dependencies, readiness checkpoints, and execution governance.
- Implemented best practices and automation in cutover activities, delivering >$100K soft savings and improved cutover reliability.
- Facilitated Agile/Scrum ways of working (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews/demos); removed impediments and enabled consistent delivery and continuous improvement.
- Strengthened stakeholder communication by summarizing progress, risks, and outcomes for multi-team coordination (business + IT).
- Enterprise SAP Product Team Partner | SAP EWM Implementation | Logistics Transformation
Senior Engineer
John Deere
01.2016 - 08.2023
- Supported enterprise supply management outcomes through process execution support, analytics, and coordination across operations and technology teams.
- Supported and led SAP EDI activities, coordinating issue resolution and improvement work with cross-functional teams.
- Completed multiple assignments across Pune factory and international short assignments (US, Brazil), strengthening global stakeholder management and delivery coordination.
- Contributed to innovation initiatives (ideas filed in warranty recovery and augmented reality cost reduction; defensive publication on AR).
- Recognized with awards/nominations (Star team award; nominated for innovation/outstanding team).
- Supply Chain Enablement | SAP Support | Global Collaboration
Section Manager (Master Scheduler-1)
John Deere
07.2012 - 12.2015
- Owned S&OP planning and master scheduling, balancing demand vs capacity to meet production goals and avoid shipment delays and sales loss.
- Managed finished goods inventory targets; influenced cross-functional teams to resolve planning conflicts without authority (production, logistics, supply).
- Led introduction of “D variants,” contributing to volume growth at Dewas (add measurable metric if available).
- S&OP | Master Scheduling | Sales Loss Avoidance | Inventory Management
Education
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) -
Scrum Alliance
09-2023
Master’s in Technology - Advanced Manufacturing
VIT Pune University
09-2021
PG Certification - Product Management
IIM Indore
05-2023
Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering -
SCOE Pune University
01-2012
Skills
- SAP implementation
- Agile methodologies
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Supply chain optimization
- Stakeholder engagement
- Process automation
- Adaptive problem solving
Custom Section
Product vision, Value definition, Prioritization, Roadmap themes, OKRs/KPIs, Stakeholder management, Customer needs translation, Backlog hygiene, Scrum ceremonies, Sprint planning/reviews/demos, Impediment removal, Continuous improvement, Servant leadership, SAP EWM, SAP PP/MM, Master data governance, Cutover planning, SAP EDI, Integrations, Process digitization, S&OP, Master scheduling, Inventory analysis, Export order management, Logistics operations, Service level focus, Data analysis, Business analytics, Change management, Cross-functional collaboration
Timeline
Lead Engineer
John Deere
08.2023 - Current
Senior Engineer
John Deere
01.2016 - 08.2023
Section Manager (Master Scheduler-1)
John Deere
07.2012 - 12.2015
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) -
Scrum Alliance
Master’s in Technology - Advanced Manufacturing
VIT Pune University
PG Certification - Product Management
IIM Indore
Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering -
SCOE Pune University