Sachin Gawande
Project Planning
Pune
Summary
Senior management professional, bringing strategic leadership and operational excellence to drive organizational success. Skilled in project management, team collaboration, and process optimization with keen focus on achieving results. Adept at navigating complex challenges, fostering culture of accountability, and adapting to evolving business needs. Known for strong decision-making, effective communication, and building high-performing teams.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Sr. Manager, Strategic Project Planning
ŠKODA Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited
02.2010 - Current
- Currently designated as Sr. Manager, Strategic Project Planning, Process Planning, Process Simulation, Pre-series Parts Development, RFQ preparation, Budget & Project Timeline Preparation according to Project Milestones.
- Budget Planning (CAPEX) for the entire project from concept to Implementation, RFQ Preparation & review.
- Working in co-ordination with VW Germany & Skoda Czech for New product development all phases of the project staring from concept till SOP.
- Steering & coordination Local with Global parts for standardization, benchmarking of the concept, investment, Supplier, Line builder selection, cell layout preparation of Under Body, Side Panel, Closures, Framer, Matching and Finish, areas in Body Shop.
- Implementation of Technical standards, Parameters, Engineering changes in co-ordination with R & D & Europe Development team.
- Coordinate with internal and external agencies and stake holders in Skoda, VW & Suppliers for design, development of Metal Parts & Sub - Assembly Parts.
- Leading development activity along with CFT of Purchase, Quality for localization, cost optimization and supplier assessment for the technical perimeter on car program developed locally and globally.
- Expertise in planning & controlling operations entailing to development of components, develop and support product planning strategy and effecting process initiatives to enhance efficiency, productivity & cost.
- Co-ordination between India Team & Europe Team for Car Components, Sub-Assemblies, Outer panel, Platform parts development & other counter parts in Europe technical development team.
- Analysis, develop, recommend product changes & running changes together with R&D, Planning, Purchase, Quality department, APQP & PPAP review of suppliers.
- Support after SOP, launch engineering support, Lead, guide the team to resolve the manufacturing, Quality, issues, Yield improvement, weight, and Cost reduction activities.
- Core Competencies
- New Projects (Prototype & Pre-series Cars) Parts Development & Analysis:
- Undertaking New Project development activities including Investment, budget, equipment requirement analysis, finalizing specifications, development and testing activities as per Skoda & Volkswagen standards and norms.
- Developing a chain of tasks in the execution of new project or substation projects / manufacturing process of new products / modifications of existing products and generating prototypes.
- Managing development of products, parts/ aggregate, formulations & conduct in-depth studies for determination of parameters, quality standards & application of the products developed.
- Analysis & resolving quality issues related to prototype assembly.
- Facilitating new product development initiative with key focus on Quality, Cost & Delivery, developing components in conformance to pre-set specifications.
- Interfacing between Suppliers and Design Group for finalizing the specifications & technical support.
- Evaluation of Engineering Drawings (CAD data) and Specifications, fixture & layout drawing release.
- Coordinating with customers, suppliers, designers & product engineering department for ensuring overall product development & quality compliance.
- Implementation of the 7 Gate development process during Supplier Nomination, Development & Project workshops.
- Successfully completed the two Projects using Generative Artificial Intelligence.
Product Development & Project Planning
Tata Motors Limited
01.2009 - 02.2010
- Managing Product Development of Cab, chassis, engine, transmission aggregates working in Co-ordination with design & materials group for development of new component, Vendor development, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Development of components of Safari Storme, Sumo-Grande, Sumo BS-IV projects.
- Successfully managed component development for Proto batch of Sumo Grande 5 link suspension & rack-pinion type steering system.
Assistant Manager - Component Development & Manufacturing Engineering
Mahindra & Mahindra Limited
09.2006 - 01.2009
- Handling component development; define and implement manufacturing processes, manufacturing of various components like fabricated components, sheet metal components, gears, housings to meet customer requirement & productionising new components.
- Productionising of clutch housing for new project vehicles, 4WD Transmission case for export vehicles.
- Prepared & sign off - product drawings, process sheets, and standard operating processes.
- Major products develop: Development of Clutch Housing, Transmission Case, and PTO Housing.
Engineer
Tata Automation Limited
10.2005 - 09.2006
- Worked for component development in hydraulic aggregate; define and implement manufacturing processes, manufacturing of various components like fabricated components, sheet metal components, pump & cylinders to meet customer requirement & productionising new components.
Engineer – Production Engineering (Transmission Component)
Force Motors Ltd
01.2003 - 10.2005
- Working in manufacturing engineering department, encompassing manufacturing, assembly & testing of gear box components & gearboxes working in co-ordination with development team for testing & evolution.
- Productionising of prototype batch of Transfer case Housing for Trax 4X4 type Utility vehicle.
- FMEA, PFMEA, Tool selection & time study.
- Developed major products like 4-wheel drive Transfer case and Rear axle housing.
Education
Advance Leadership Qualification -
01.2019
Post Graduate Diploma - Quality Management
Mahindra Institute of Quality (MIQ)
01.2007
B.E. - Mechanical
Pune University
01.2002
Skills
Strategic Project Planning, Project budget forecasting, technical approval
Certification
Project Management.
Accomplishments
- Completion of Vento – Left hand drive Project in record 32 Weeks, built the PVS & O – Series Vehicles.
- Yield improvement projects at press shop cost saving other saving achieved.
- Existing Polo fixture Measurement fixture modification for Ameo Model, New fixture cost (Approximate 16.5 Lakhs) saving achieved.
Training
- New Product Development Process, Rapid Prototyping Technology.
- Gear Technology, Surface Texture, Total Quality Management.
- Advanced SAP (R3), Six Sigma (Motorola Green Belt), Toyota Production System, Lean Manufacturing.
- Design of Experiment, SPC & Seven Tools of Problem Solving, and Building Inter-Personal relationships.
- Achieving Competitive Edge, Achieving Personal Excellence.
Personal Details
- Date of Birth: 6th September 1980
- Address: Dasara Chauk, Balewadi – Baner Link Road, Balewadi , Pune -411045, Maharashtra.
Timeline
Sr. Manager, Strategic Project Planning
ŠKODA Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited
02.2010 - Current
Product Development & Project Planning
Tata Motors Limited
01.2009 - 02.2010
Assistant Manager - Component Development & Manufacturing Engineering
Mahindra & Mahindra Limited
09.2006 - 01.2009
Engineer
Tata Automation Limited
10.2005 - 09.2006
Engineer – Production Engineering (Transmission Component)
Force Motors Ltd
01.2003 - 10.2005
Post Graduate Diploma - Quality Management
Mahindra Institute of Quality (MIQ)
B.E. - Mechanical
Pune University
Advance Leadership Qualification -
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