Sonali Madane

• Led RFQ operations and coached team members to improve speed, and compliance.

• Demonstrated deep understanding of the RFQ process, ensuring seamless execution from request to customer response.

• Streamlined workflows, reducing RFQ cycle time by 30% through targeted process enhancements.

• Leveraged Salesforce tools to manage and monitor RFQ submissions.

• Partnered with CAM and finance teams to align RFQ outcomes with strategic objectives.

• Identified and optimized key stages in the RFQ cycle, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Coordinated resource planning and hardware management for infotainment systems, ensuring successful demos and customer engagements.
• Co-managed automotive programs, aligning manufacturing, supplier engagement, and milestone tracking for timely delivery.
• Tracked product development schedules across vehicle platforms to meet standard operating procedure targets.
• Led risk mitigation initiatives, enhancing execution and readiness throughout complex development cycles.
• Performed ECU software flashing using CAN protocols, facilitating diagnostics, validation, and integration processes.
• Supported certification of Android and Apple CarPlay by managing compliance and feature integration with OEM standards.
• Managed budget forecasting and analysis to align program financials with strategic business objectives.
• Served as primary liaison with ARAI and OEM stakeholders, ensuring alignment of program milestones with customer expectations.

• Supported AIS004 Part 3 certification testing for TATA, Maruti Suzuki, and FIAT infotainment systems.
• Led material management and procurement planning, improving on-time delivery of program-critical components
• Coordinated program-level demo setups for ACMA, ARAI, and multiple OEMs, strengthening customer relationships.

• Conducted PCB repairs, troubleshooting, and fixed cost analysis, supporting operational efficiency in program delivery.