Rakesh Suresh Mahabdi
Global Marketing | Product Information Management | SAP VC
Badlapur
Summary
A proven leader in Product information management and configuration, with strong background in managing complex projects and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Sr. Manager
Schneider Electric
09.2021 - Current
- Classify the product in the appropriate product hierarchy in PIM based on its characteristic, application, type of product, range, and targeted country.
- Product data enrichment in PIM as per the input received from Product Owner.
- Responsible for setting up product filters and product configurators to help customers to find the correct products on the Schneider website.
- Responsible for setting long descriptions for the product so that it publishes with all required specifications on Schneider website as well as various Schneider distributor e-commerce websites.
- Responsible for setting up product relationships for promoting cross-selling and up-selling on the website.
- Modifying the already published datasheet on the Schneider website as per the change request from OfferManager.
- Leading the development of a product configurator enabling customers to accurately configure CTO products (MV relays, RTUs, controllers) tailored to their needs.
- Working with Product Owners to design and implement a robust offer selection structure integrated into SAP ERP.
- Pioneered the seamless integration of product configurator data for CTO products into digital platforms, enhancing customer accessibility and engagement on Schneider Electric and partner websites and configuration tools.
- Driving seamless integration of configurator data into digital platforms to enhance customer experience on Schneider Electric websites and tools.
- Collaborating with global supply chain and manufacturing plant teams to ensure configurator accuracy and flawless order flow to distribution centers and plants.
Senior Technical Lead
HCL Technologies
02.2016 - 09.2021
- Working in Engineering and R&D services BU of HCL. Was deployed in Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd. as a Data Architect. Have worked on Schneider’s products such as distribution boards, low voltage switchgear, and wiring devices (switches, dimmers, Socket-outlet)
- Classify the product in the appropriate product hierarchy in PIM based on its characteristic, application, type of product, range, and targeted country.
- Product data enrichment in PIM as per the input received from Product Owner.
- Responsible for setting up product filters and product configurator to help customer to find the correct products on the website.
- Responsible for setting long descriptions for the product so that it publishes with all required specifications on various e-commerce websites
- Publishing the product information on the Schneider i-Portal website which is Schneider’s e-commerce website for the US.
- Responsible for setting product relationships for promoting cross-selling and up-selling on the website.
- Modifying the already published datasheet on the Schneider website as per the change request from OfferManager.
- Responsible for updating the substitution product for phase-out/withdrawn products.
- Working on PMP (new product launch project), PEP (existing product enhancement project), and PWP(product withdrawal project) for Schneider Electric.
- Working on ETIM (Electro-Technical Information Model) which is an international standard for the uniform description of electrical products & which is used mostly by the distributor to source the data for their e-commerce website.
- Current Project: Schneider Electric
Team Leader- EPC Division
FCG Flameproof Control Gears Pvt. Ltd.
05.2013 - 12.2015
- Job involves designing solution & preparation of Techno-Commercial offer for CMRI/ ATEX certified Ex’d’ (Flameproof) / Ex’e’ (Increased safety) Panels, Distribution boards, Local Control Station, Junction Boxes, Ex’d’ (Flameproof) / Ex’nR’ (Restricted Breathing) Light fixtures and other flameproof electrical equipment used in oil refineries, petrochemical industries & other hazardous area.
Operation and Maintenance Engineer
Suzlon Energy Ltd.
06.2012 - 04.2013
- Responsible for the fault finding, trouble shooting and proper operation & maintenance of Wind Turbine Generators. To attain the breakdowns in 2.1 MW, 1.5MW, 1.25MW & 0.6 MW modules of Suzlon wind turbine & bring them back to operation with minimum MTTR to minimize the generation losses.
Power Engineer (Estimation)
Eureka Outsourcing Solution Pvt. Ltd.
07.2011 - 06.2012
- Working for Emerson Network Power India Pvt. Ltd. on the payroll of above company. Job involves designing power solution in the range of 10 -1200kVA (LV/MV) Industrial Double Conversion Online AC UPS.
Education
MBA - Marketing
V.S.I.M College
Khed, India 04.2001 -
BE - Electrical Engineer
Y.T.I.E.T College
07-2011
H.S.C - Science
I.C.E.L College
03-2006
S.S.C -
St. Anthony’s School
03-2004
Skills
Product information management – Stibbo STEP
Product configuration – SAP VC (Variant configuration)
ETIM and eCl@ss classification and data management
Product Marketing
Project Management
COMPUTER SKILLS
- Language: C, C++
- Software: AutoCAD Electrical, SAP (Variant Configuration), PIM (Stibbo STEP)
- Operating System: Windows 10
PERSONAL SNIPPETS
- Father’s Name: Suresh.R.Mahabdi
- Date of Birth: 22nd Dec 1988
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
DECLARATION
I hereby declare that the above written are true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Timeline
Sr. Manager
Schneider Electric
09.2021 - Current
Senior Technical Lead
HCL Technologies
02.2016 - 09.2021
Team Leader- EPC Division
FCG Flameproof Control Gears Pvt. Ltd.
05.2013 - 12.2015
Operation and Maintenance Engineer
Suzlon Energy Ltd.
06.2012 - 04.2013
Power Engineer (Estimation)
Eureka Outsourcing Solution Pvt. Ltd.
07.2011 - 06.2012
MBA - Marketing
V.S.I.M College
04.2001 -
BE - Electrical Engineer
Y.T.I.E.T College
H.S.C - Science
I.C.E.L College
S.S.C -
St. Anthony’s School