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Raghavendra V A

Bangalore

Summary

General Management professional with extensive experience in the machinery tool industry. Expertise in Manufacturing, Engineering, and Start-ups, driving operational efficiency and innovation. Proven track record in sales, supported by a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Goldhfoer India LLP
Bangalore
08.2020 - Current
  • Directed Green field project, demonstrating ability to localize and assemble product in India while minimizing costs and complying with all legal requirements.
  • Acquired knowledge of Heavy Fabrication Process and conducted training sessions for peers.
  • Managed organization’s P&L, driving profitability and fiscal accountability.
    Planned and executed budgets, optimizing financial performance across departments.
    Led initiatives to improve budget execution accuracy and efficiency.
  • Product - Modular Hydraulic Trailer for Over Dimensional Cargo
  • Company Size - 10 to 25
  • Headquarters - Germany

Senior Manager

Francis Klein & Co. PVT LTD/LIEBHERR/PROFIROLL
Bangalore
12.2008 - 08.2020
  • Directed Technical and commercial sales for LIEBHERR gear cutting machines.
    Managed product lifecycle and market strategy to optimize performance.
    Collaborated with engineering teams to enhance product specifications and features. Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities and competitive positioning.
  • Streamlined assembly line operations to enhance production planning for Gear Cutting Machines.
    Optimized assembly time, ensuring timely delivery of products.
    Managed all aspects of production planning to meet operational goals.
  • Developed hands-on knowledge in Gear Cutting, Thread Rolling & Gear Inspection Machines and instructed team members on technology applications.
  • Engineered ERP implementation and led thorough training sessions.
  • Implemented supplier and process enhancements aimed at localization and cost savings

Team Member

TaeguTec India Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
01.2005 - 12.2008
  • Operational knowledge of 5 Axes Milling Centers and Turning equipment
  • Coordinate all phases of project operations, including strategic planning, monitoring on-site activities, and executing final steps for new product development.
  • Monitoring development with respect to cost, resource deployment, time over-runs and quality compliance; evaluating production progress & taking adequate corrective actions.
  • Implementing the Kaizen activities, Poka-yoke & Visual management. Awarded for best Kaizen For reducing scrap, cycle time and reduced operator involvement by implementing Renishaw in 2006.
  • Instrumental in reducing the Cycle Time by optimizing the tool paths and by using new variety of cutting tools and parameters.

Graduate Trainee Engineer

Auto CNC Machining LTD
Bangalore
05.2003 - 12.2005
  • Acquired expertise in machining and turning machines
  • Active involvement in ISO documentation and accountability for quality
  • Created drawings using AutoCAD software to illustrate concepts and components of projects.
  • Reviewed technical specifications provided by vendors for compliance with project requirements.
  • Participated in field inspections, testing, and troubleshooting activities.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Jawaharlal Nehru National College of Engineering
Shimoga
04-2003

Skills

  • Project management
  • Product development
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Market analysis
  • Team leadership
  • Customer relationship management
  • Negotiation skills
  • Financial analysis

Timeline

General Manager

Goldhfoer India LLP
08.2020 - Current

Senior Manager

Francis Klein & Co. PVT LTD/LIEBHERR/PROFIROLL
12.2008 - 08.2020

Team Member

TaeguTec India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2005 - 12.2008

Graduate Trainee Engineer

Auto CNC Machining LTD
05.2003 - 12.2005

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Jawaharlal Nehru National College of Engineering
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