Nilesh Nandgaonkar
Pune, Maharashtra
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Stellantis, adept in project management and cross-functional collaboration. Excelled in driving project planning and implementation, enhancing project performance by integrating innovative management strategies. Skilled in negotiation and MS Office, significantly improved project delivery timelines. Proven track record in achieving seamless operational excellence and stakeholder satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Vehicle Planning Manager
Stellantis
01.2019 - Current
- Prepared & presented the Buzz model Business case for approval.
- Coordinated closely with operations teams viz: Engineering, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Marketing, Manufacturing, After Sales to ensure seamless integration between project planning stages and actual implementation activities.
- Evaluated project performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Presented regular progress updates to senior leadership, highlighting successes as well as challenges encountered during project execution phases.
- Established standardized reporting systems to provide clear visibility into project status for key stakeholders.
- Defined and implemented the project Launch Plan i.e. launch dates, mix and volumes for all destinations.
- Manage the Vehicle validation pool of vehicles.
- Allocated the annual headcount budget according to project schedule.
Vehicle Technical Manager
Stellantis
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Managed the technical composition and configuration management of the vehicle.
- Lead the technical activities of component and system development.
- Managed with VSM (Vehicle System Manager) technical relationship with other Projects, Modules, vehicle Platform and Advanced Engineering.
- Ensure of the EBOM robustness and of the components interchangeability, with contribution from packaging, performance and safety team.
- Responsible for change Management: Quality, Cost, Timing, Performance impacts evaluated for all the decisions with regards to project targets.
- Responsible for coordination between all the technical teams (specifications, targets), with Vehicle System Manager for architecture (packaging), performance and safety.
- ·Actively worked on resolution of Quality GIMS to enable SOP approval at Job1
Interiors & Exterior Project Responsible
Stellantis
08.2010 - 12.2019
- Single Point of contact for all Exterior & Interior Plastic components related issues on vehicle.
- Exteriors: Hands on experience on development of Bumpers, claddings, Grilles, Logos, windscreen cowl, ski racks, Spoiler, spare wheel covers, ORVM.
- Interiors: Hands on experience on development of Seats, Arm rest, Centre console, Instrument panel, Door trims, roof liners, CCB, Insulations.
Education
MBA - Information Technology
Welingkar Institute of Management
Mumbai, Maharashtra05.2007
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
K.J. Somaiya College of Engineering
Vidyavihar, Mumbai, Maharashtra06.2001
Skills
- Business Case Preparation
- Project Management
- Budget Preparation
- Cross-Functional & Cross Regional Collaboration
- Performance Tracking and Evaluation
- Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
- Project Planning
- MS Office
- Multitasking
- Value Optimization (Eco tech & Eco marketing)
Accomplishments
Successfully launched Compass Facelift & Buzz Models viz: 5th Anniversary, Night Eagle, Black Shark and RDE/OBD2 Regulation upgrades with 125% target achievement of Timing, cost & TPC.
Additional Information
Worked on Vehicle Brands:
- Fiat branded Vehicles viz: Palio, Sienna, Punto, Linea, Avventura.
- Chrysler branded Vehicles viz: Jeep Compass, Next Gen Compass.
- Mahindra branded Vehicles viz: Xylo.
- Bentley Motors in UK
Timeline
Vehicle Technical Manager
Stellantis
01.2022 - 02.2023
Vehicle Planning Manager
Stellantis
01.2019 - Current
Interiors & Exterior Project Responsible
Stellantis
08.2010 - 12.2019
MBA - Information Technology
Welingkar Institute of Management
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
K.J. Somaiya College of Engineering
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