Parvez A. R Patel
Project Manager
Pune
Summary
I am an enthusiastic individual seeking a career with my formal education in Mechanical and Automotive Engineering. An experienced Program Manager skilled in managing functional operations and projects related to supplies and logistics. Advanced understanding of organizational strategies, financial management, procurement and contracting. Expertise in logistical analysis, inventory and supply chain performance, development and standardization. Thorough understanding of inventory management, procurement and acquisition regulations. I have an experience of working in a challenging and mentally simulating work environment while my training in Six Sigma has strengthened my problem solving, Test validation and analytical skills. I am an Associate Member of Institute of Mechanical Engineering, UK (IMechE). Receiver of UK Higher Education Scholarship I was offered MEng considering academic achievements in BEng at University of Birmingham.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Program Manager
Solargy Systems and Solutions
Pune
10.2017 - Current
- Programme Management and Business Development, Main responsibilities included providing complete EPC solutions to our clients
- Successfully handled High quality EPC sales for the Utility scale project
- Defined and executed sales strategies to meet Sales Revenue and targets
- Carried out all actions needed to achieve the targets of the company (MW/ Turn Over/Gross Margin/Market share/Brand Awareness), including leading the negotiation with the Customer having the support of Commercial Management
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with the key Developers to ensure strategic advantage over the competition
- Provided management in a timely manner with accurate opportunities and territory forecast based on prospect pipeline and market analysis
- Provided timely market intelligence to our clients in terms of competition technology, pricing, warranty terms, financial products, product development, etc.
- Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
- Coached team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals.
- Interacted with customers and clients to identify business needs and requirements.
- Worked with subject matter experts to develop and implement mentoring programs to promote better learner experiences.
- Participated in vendor selection and management process for program initiatives.
- Built teams to address project goals and objectives for multiple projects.
Aftersales Manager
Gargash Motors and General Trading
Dubai
11.2014 - 08.2017
- Main responsibilities include maintaining the Quality of Service provided to the customers
- Maintained the quality of service provided to the customers
- Carried out Audits of the process followed by the Service advisors and the receptionist
- Liaised with the OEM to understand their quality requirements and implemented the same at the dealership
- Reduced the failure rate of the workshop to utmost minimum with the implementation of Quality management principals
- Reduced the Warranty cost which benefited the dealership and the OEM.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
Project Manager
UGC Supply Chain Solutions Pvt. Ltd
Pune
01.2013 - 09.2014
- Main responsibilities include developing the Quality Process as a part of continuous improvement drive
- Successfully developed quality management process throughout the factory
- Introduced APQP fundamentals in the production line
- Trained the operators and quality inspectors to obtain best quality products and reduce rework and scrap
- Successfully rolled out best practices across the factory
- Successfully communicated with key stakeholders within other business functions to obtain required information
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
Project Lead
GE Energy
Rugby
04.2012 - 10.2012
- Main responsibilities include managing Cost of Quality (COQ) project
- As a Project Lead for CoQ project, I analyzed & developed As-is and To-be process
- I mapped strategy for improving warranty, rework, scrap and liquidated damages
- I implemented To-be process & method and worked on improving the CoQ process across 11 sites globally
- Successfully developed CoQ process to resolve major cost saving issues without affecting part quality across 11 factories
- Manage & support Global Supply Chain activities throughout all the factories
- Effectively analyzed multiple streams of data
- Identified and implemented improvements in all the elements of CoQ
- Successfully rolled out best practices across all sites
- Successfully communicated with key stakeholders within other business functions to obtain required information.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
- Met with manager weekly to provide detailed project report and milestone updates.
- Planned, executed, and controlled assigned projects, ensuring work performed complied with contractual requirements.
Sr. APQP Engineer
Schlegel Automotive Europe Ltd
Leicester
04.2010 - 04.2012
- Main responsibilities include D&D for Bentley Automotive, UK and project for Nissan Manufacturing UK
- As an APQP engineer for Bentley motors and Nissan UK accounts, I developed processes and strategy for design & development as an internal consultant for Project engineers on all development matters, facilitated cross-functional team activities and developed and delivered technical solutions
- Delivered best quality results for Nissan projects of P/N32L QASHQAI and has been selected for forthcoming NMUK Project –JUKE & LEAF
- Implemented APQP fundamentals on old and new projects
- Successfully developed engineering process from design & development point of view to resolve major concern highlighted by Bentley Motors and NMUK
- Maintained the Customer Concern Management to the highest level, i.e
- 8D, PPS, Other concern investigation tools and responses
- Developed D&D/ PPAP processes like ISIR, Control Plan, Process Flow, DOE, Gauge R&R, Capability Studies and Product/ Process validation
- Completed BeON submissions for Bentley Projects
- Successfully carried out scrap analysis using six sigma tools like MINITAB, DOE for Nissan projects
- Deployed and managed quality assurance activities, coached and trained quality engineers, auditors, inspectors in use of FMEA, 8D and roaming audits, audit planning, Introduced Lean Manufacturing techniques to Quality Planning - removing non-value added activities from processes in 3 months
- Whilst working in Schlegel Automotive Europe Ltd, I got an opportunity to work with premium sector car manufacturer, Bentley Motors
- Nissan UK being our main customer (75% business share), dealing with day-to-day internal and customer quality concerns and day to day running of the business helped me explore my own potential.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
APQP Engineer
Bright AutoPlast Pvt. Ltd
08.2008 - 02.2010
- Main responsibilities were to manage the project for General motors India
- Prepare and implement test plans, D&D plans, R&R studied during different phases of D&D
- Buy off machine decision- making using six sigma capability approaches for validating processes
- Held project review meetings, agreeing future milestone in line with project plan, PPAP submission timing plan using, tracking the events for each sub-milestone and events of builds, establishing test plans and follow up review with Test engineer, D&D, Layout inspections, ISIR, DOE
- Successfully completed two projects for general motors, which were entrusted on me
- Hands-on experience in TQM
- Followed Total Quality Management tool for continuous improvement activity
- Successfully solved major problems in the paint shop to make it low dust and lower PPM
- Visited supplier’s sites to resolve quality issues.
Project Engineer
TRW Automotive
Shirley
06.2006 - 07.2008
- During my tenure at TRW automotive, I worked on the design & development of low noise gearbox to be used in future Column Drive Electric Steering
- My main accomplishments in this role are as follows:
- Investigated noise related issues in the EPAS system
- Analyzed raw data obtained from the gearbox testing
- I used Matlab, MS Excel and Minitab for analyzing and presenting data
- Successfully prepared engineering calculations/stress analysis for the design of projects
- Contributed towards making of DFMEA
- Successfully developed a stand-alone rig for the design and development team
- Developed test plans for the gearbox noise characterization and rig calibration
- Conducted machine gage R&R and capability studies
- During this project, I got Six Sigma trained
- Designed jigs and fixtures to be used on the test machines during gearbox testing
- Communicated with vendors’ w.r.t fixture design.
Education
Ph.D. - Mechanical Engineering, Recycling of LFP Batteries
Symbiosis Institute of Technology
Pune, India 05.2022 - Current
MEng (Hons) - Mechanical and Automotive Engineering
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, UK 08.2007 - 06.2008
BEng (Hons) - Mechanical and Automotive Engineering
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, UK 09.2004 - 04.2006
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Fr. Agnel Polytechnic
Navi Mumbai, India 08.1998 - 05.2004
Skills
Budget coordination
Policy and procedure improvements
Documentation proficiency
Program leadership
Life cycle Management
Value Engineering Initiatives
Professional writing
Quality Assurance Evaluation
Strategic planning
Cost Estimates & Budgets
Supply Chain Management
Vendor management
Data Collection & Research
Lean / Six Sigma
Process Engineering
Project Management
Performance monitoring
Team leadership and direction
Cross functional Team Builder
Data analysis
Quality assurance
Budgeting and Resource Management
Infrastructure Development Life Cycle
Software Development Life Cycle
Certification
Scrum Fundamentals Certified
Timeline
Ph.D. - Mechanical Engineering, Recycling of LFP Batteries
Symbiosis Institute of Technology
05.2022 - Current
Project Management Foundations
08-2020
Project Management Foundations: Risk
08-2020
Scrum Fundamentals Certified
07-2020
Program Manager
Solargy Systems and Solutions
10.2017 - Current
Aftersales Manager
Gargash Motors and General Trading
11.2014 - 08.2017
Project Manager
UGC Supply Chain Solutions Pvt. Ltd
01.2013 - 09.2014
Project Lead
GE Energy
04.2012 - 10.2012
Sr. APQP Engineer
Schlegel Automotive Europe Ltd
04.2010 - 04.2012
APQP Engineer
Bright AutoPlast Pvt. Ltd
08.2008 - 02.2010
MEng (Hons) - Mechanical and Automotive Engineering
University of Birmingham
08.2007 - 06.2008
Project Engineer
TRW Automotive
06.2006 - 07.2008
BEng (Hons) - Mechanical and Automotive Engineering
University of Birmingham
09.2004 - 04.2006
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Fr. Agnel Polytechnic
08.1998 - 05.2004