Madhav Ghante

Project Management:

• Managed the complete project lifecycle from RFQ to SOP for automotive electronic components.
• Planned and tracked project timelines, including release planning, prototype builds, validation events, VFF, PVS, OS, and SOP milestones.
• Supported localization feasibility assessment and prioritization of components in coordination with the Purchase and Supplier Quality teams.
• Managed SAP master data, including Material Master, BOM, pricing, vendor, and customer data, to ensure system accuracy.
• Conducted manufacturing feasibility studies, along with cross-functional teams.
• Coordinated closely with Engineering (Software, Hardware, Mechanical), Purchasing, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to ensure smooth execution.
• Ensured the timely release of components for sample and SOP builds.
• Monitored project risks, and prepared mitigation plans and management reports.
• Supported supplier readiness and child part development, including validation and qualification.
• Managed engineering changes, and ensured controlled implementation without impacting milestones.
• Supported regulatory and homologation-related activities, as per OEM requirements.
• Ensured compliance with internal processes and project KPIs (Time, Cost, and Quality).
• Worked directly with OEM customers (Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, and Mahindra) to resolve pre- and post-launch issues.

Sales and Commercial:

• Supported RFQ/RFI activities, including technical feasibility evaluation and cross-functional cost inputs.
• Assisted in budgeting for product development and capital equipment.
• Worked on BOM costing, including import content analysis and foreign exchange impact.
• Supported VAVE and design-to-cost initiatives to reduce product and manufacturing costs.
• Coordinated with the Purchase and Supplier Quality teams for sourcing and cost alignment.
• Supported commercial discussions and final price settlements with OEM customers.
• Handled the semiconductor crisis (rare earth restrictions, Nexperia shortages) by coordinating alternate sourcing, impact assessment, and supplier recovery plans to ensure uninterrupted OEM supply.
• Supported engineering validation for alternate components, and managed customer communication during supply constraints.

Engineering & Technical Competencies:

• Participated in design reviews, and supported Design for Manufacturability activities.
• Strong knowledge of electronic components.
• Strong knowledge of development processes (software, hardware, system, and mechanical, etc.).
• Ensured proper interface between display systems and other E&E components.
• Performed bench-level and vehicle-level testing, including I/O testing, functional testing, and integration testing.
• Supported software flashing, debugging, and vehicle-level troubleshooting.
• Conducted PFMEA reviews, and implemented corrective actions.
• Supported homologation and EMI/EMC testing.
• Strong understanding of vehicle communication systems and diagnostics.
• Hands-on experience with CANOE, CAN Analyzer, OBD, Garuda, and F-Host tools.
• Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.

• I worked as an SMT operator and soldering inspector.
• Very strong basic knowledge of electronic components and their assembly (mainly SMT).
• Responsible for all aspects of assembly operations, from material flow to daily staffing.
• Very good experience in production planning, control, and execution.
• Floor space-optimized utilization of new and existing production lines.
• Monitoring prototype development and actively participating in the review and analysis meeting.
• Anticipate the risk well in advance, and escalate for necessary actions.
• Data monitoring on finished goods status and update CFT.
• Experience in leading people.
• Supervised, trained, and coached all production associates.
• Support the improvement of line performance KPIs – productivity, OEE, ppm, FPY, scrap, etc.

• Worked as an SMT operator and soldering inspector.