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Naveen Kaushik
Program Manager
New Delhi
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Summary
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP®) and Certified Scrum Master (CSM®) with a proven track record in leading successful projects. Results-driven professional with a strong background in new product development within the automobile sector. Skilled in APQP, PPAP, injection mold development, VA/VE, and supplier selection. Experienced in maximizing project ROI through strategic planning, effective communication, and meticulous execution. Passionate about driving innovation and growth, and eager to bring expertise in project management to a dynamic, forward-thinking organization
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Deputy Manager – Platform Program Management
Mahindra & Mahindra
Chennai
12.2025 - Current
- Lead platform program management for Q101 (Mahindra 5XO) during the TTBC (Target Techno Business Case) budget approval stage, ensuring alignment of business case, investment planning, and execution readiness.
- Prepare and present comprehensive MIS reports, Chief Platform Head review decks, and leadership dashboards to track budget status, project milestones, key deliverables, and decision points.
- Drive budget consolidation by coordinating inputs across cross-functional teams (CFT), ensuring accurate planning for tooling, development cost, supplier readiness, and manufacturing investments.
- Support investment justification and business case preparation by validating project requirements, cost assumptions, and financial feasibility for management approval.
- Monitor project deliverables, milestone adherence, and schedule tracking to ensure timely closure of critical open points before execution phase.
- Identify program risks, escalation points, and dependency gaps, while working with stakeholders to develop mitigation plans and maintain program stability.
- Strengthen platform governance through structured stakeholder management, regular review mechanisms, and leadership reporting to support faster decision-making and smooth program execution.
- Contribute to cost optimization initiatives by challenging unnecessary spend, supporting VA/VE opportunities, and improving overall platform competitiveness.
Assistant Program Manager| Project Manager
Forvia Hella
08.2023 - 11.2025
- Lead end-to-end project lifecycle management, from business case development and approval to timeline creation, ensuring smooth execution through continuous follow-up with cross-functional teams (CFT).
- Prepare and present comprehensive Management Information Systems (MIS) reports to senior leadership, tracking project activities, progress, and key metrics.
- Implement data-driven decision-making processes, optimizing program outcomes and aligning team efforts with strategic goals.
- Utilize Agile methodologies to enhance team productivity, streamline processes, and ensure timely project delivery with high-quality results.
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams to conduct technical feasibility assessments and define realistic project scopes, ensuring alignment with customer needs.
- Develop and maintain detailed product roadmaps, outlining vision, milestones, and goals to guide successful product execution.
- Foster strong stakeholder relationships through clear communication, effective requirement gathering, and prompt issue resolution.
- Proactively manage project risks, identifying potential delays or issues and implementing mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
- Successfully managed and developed projects valued at 13 million Euros, showcasing expertise in overseeing project execution with keen focus on adhering to budget and schedule constraints, resulting in successful delivery outcomes.
Senior Manufacturing Engineer | Project Leader
SMIIEL (A unit of Motherson)
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed New Product Development projects from concept to production, ensuring adherence to APQP and PPAP guidelines.
- Collaborated with internal teams to review specifications, aligning project goals with customer requirements.
- Led tool development and APQP process for Injection Molding tools, ensuring on-time PPAP submission.
- Implemented Supplier Selection criteria, enhancing BOM sourcing reliability.
- Developed Special Purpose Machines (SPMs) and contributed to Press Stamping process improvements.
- Created process flowcharts, line layouts, and optimized production workflows.
- Prepared work instructions, PQCS, Control Plans (CP), and FMEAs for quality assurance.
- Ensured compliance with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) standards.
- Led design and manufacturing teams, delivering proprietary process equipment within budget and timeline.
- Reduced project costs through effective budget management and resource allocation.
- Successfully managed projects valued at 10 million INR, meeting deadlines and quality standards.
Education
B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering
The Institution of Engineering
07.2013 - 06.2017
3 Year Diploma - Automobile Engineering
Board of Technical Education, Delhi Govt.
07.2009 - 06.2012
Skills
Product Lifecycle Management
Stakeholder Management
Scrum Methodology
Agile Methodology
Project Management
Risk Management
Schedule Management
Scope Management
Requirements Gathering
Backlog Grooming
Decision-Making
Risk Analysis and Management
Certification
02/01/23, Project Management Professional PMP
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/18/93
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Single
Additional Information
Technical Skills
· Advanced knowledge of APQP and PPAP processes
· Expertise in Injection Mold Development and Tooling
· VA/VE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering) implementation
· Supplier selection and resource planning for BOP parts
· Proficient in SPM development and CCS-2 Chargers
· Strong understanding of Press Stamping processes
· Design review and ideation for various assembly parts
· Process flowchart creation and line layout design
· Preparation of work instructions, PQCS, CP, FMEA, and Assy. Layout
· Cross-functional collaboration and project management
Software
SAP PDM & DS1
Timeline
Deputy Manager – Platform Program Management
Mahindra & Mahindra
12.2025 - Current
Assistant Program Manager| Project Manager
Forvia Hella
08.2023 - 11.2025
Senior Manufacturing Engineer | Project Leader
SMIIEL (A unit of Motherson)
07.2022 - 08.2023
B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering
The Institution of Engineering
07.2013 - 06.2017
3 Year Diploma - Automobile Engineering
Board of Technical Education, Delhi Govt.
07.2009 - 06.2012