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Rajith SB

Bangalore

Summary

Dynamic Senior Manager with extensive experience at JJG Aero Pvt Ltd, excelling in project management and stakeholder engagement. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure compliance with AS9100 standards. Adept at strategic planning and fostering talent development to drive organizational success.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manager, Projects/New Product Development

JJG aero pvt ltd
Bangalore
01.2017 - Current
Core Responsibilities 1. Engineering, Project Planning & Initiation
  • Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables aligned with business goals.
  • Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
  • Identify stakeholders, and establish communication plans.
  • PO review, contract review with CFT, and along with the customers.
  • Kick-off meeting initiation.
2. Team Leadership and Coordination.
  • Lead cross-functional project teams, including internal staff and external vendors.
  • Assign responsibilities, and delegate tasks effectively.
  • Provide guidance, coaching, and support to team members.
  • Evaluate skills and training plan for skill upgrade.
3. Execution and Monitoring.
  • Review the applicable specifications related to the Project and Product implementation, and flow down through the necessary documents.
  • Monitor progress against the plan, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
  • Use project management tools (e.g., MS Project, PLM) to track status and report updates.
  • Manage risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Managed a team of 60+ employees by providing guidance, setting goals and objectives, delegating tasks, and monitoring performance.
  • Directed cross-functional teams in developing innovative solutions to complex problems.
  • Created detailed reports on project progress for senior management review.
  • Developed long-term relationships with key stakeholders including customers, suppliers, regulatory bodies.
  • Identified areas of improvement within existing operations through process analysis and benchmarking studies.
  • Implemented process improvements to increase operational efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures across all business units.
4. Stakeholder Management
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders and customers.
  • Conduct regular status meetings, and provide clear, concise updates.
  • Manage expectations, and handle conflicts or issues diplomatically.
  • Monthly project review and present the performance review to top management and customers.
5. Quality Assurance and Compliance.
  • Ensure that project deliverables meet the required standards and client specifications.
  • Conduct reviews and audits to ensure compliance with internal processes or regulatory requirements.
  • Well, knowledge of AS9100, AS9145, AS9102, and AS13000 series specifications and processes.
  • Certified AS9100, AS13001, and AS9117 candidate.
  • Well, knowledge of Execution, ISO 9001, AS 9100, and NADCAP programs.
  • Well, knowledge of customer specifications, interpretations, and OEM requirements.
  • Well, knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and FAI documentation as per the customer-specific requirements.
  • Well, knowledge of RCA/CAPA implementation.
  • Certified DSQR from all customers.
  • Well, knowledge of QC tools, MSA, and SPC implementation.
  • Well experienced in continual improvements.
6. Closure and Post-Implementation Review.
  • Ensure successful project completion, including documentation, and deliverables.
  • Lead post-project evaluations and lessons learned sessions.
  • Ensure the transition to operational teams with a proper kickoff meeting.
  • Well, presentation skills are important for various stages.
🔹 Strategic & Leadership Duties
  • Align project goals with organizational strategy.
  • Mentor junior project managers and contribute to project management best practices.
  • Drive continuous improvement in project delivery methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
🔹 Skills & Competencies Required
  • Soft skills: Leadership, communication, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management.
  • Technical proficiency: Familiarity with relevant tools and domain-specific knowledge (e.g., IT, construction, healthcare).
  • Business acumen: Understanding of budgeting, resource planning, and organizational priorities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Indramma Ramaiah Polytechnic
Bengaluru
05-2010

B-tech (Persuing) -

Karnataka State Open University
Bengaluru

Skills

  • Project management
  • Risk management
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Team leadership
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Process improvement
  • Troubleshooting and problem resolution
  • Performance monitoring
  • Employee training
  • Strategic planning
  • Quality assurance
  • Cross-functional team coordination
  • Partnership development
  • Organizational improvement
  • Organizational development
  • Talent development
  • Resource allocation
  • Problem-solving
  • Business development
  • Team development
  • Customer relationship management

Accomplishments

  • Certified by SAE for AS13001
  • Certified by TUV SUD AS9100 internal auditor

Languages

Kannada
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Timeline

Senior Manager, Projects/New Product Development

JJG aero pvt ltd
01.2017 - Current

High School Diploma -

Indramma Ramaiah Polytechnic

B-tech (Persuing) -

Karnataka State Open University
Rajith SB