P. Kaniappan
Business Leader
Chennai
Summary
Experienced Managing Director with a proven track record of driving organizational growth and profitability. A strategic thinker and effective communicator, adept at leading cross-functional teams and achieving business objectives. Passionate about innovation, operational excellence, and stakeholder engagement. Strategic and results-oriented business leader with experience in strategy, planning and operations. Skilled in developing and executing business plans to maximize profitability, streamline operations and maintain compliance with industry regulations. Proven people leader motivates and optimizes staff performance and productivity.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director
ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Limited
07.2014 - Current
- Successfully led the transition from WABCO India Limited to ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Limited following ZF’s acquisition of WABCO in May 2020
- Spearheaded strategic initiatives, resulting in increased market share and revenue growth
- Oversaw operations, financial performance, and stakeholder relations.
Whole-time Director
WABCO India Limited
01.2009 - 07.2014
- Played a pivotal role in WABCO’s expansion in the Indian market
- Led the integration of the Brakes division of Sundaram Clayton Limited into WABCO
- Developed and executed business strategies to enhance profitability.
Various Management Roles
Sundaram Clayton Brakes Division
01.1992 - 01.2009
- Held progressive leadership positions within the Brakes business
- Managed operations, quality control, and team performance
- Drove process improvements and cost optimization.
Education
Master of Manufacturing Systems Engineering -
University of Warwick
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - undefined
National Institute of Technology Suratkal
Executive MBA - undefined
Great Lakes Institute of Management
Advanced Management Program - undefined
Wharton Business School, University of Pennsylvania
Skills
Mentoring and training
undefinedAwards
- Ranked among the top 100 and Best CEOs by Business Today (BT) in 2016.
- Received Frost & Sullivan’s IMEA Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018.
Timeline
Managing Director
ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Limited
07.2014 - Current
Whole-time Director
WABCO India Limited
01.2009 - 07.2014
Various Management Roles
Sundaram Clayton Brakes Division
01.1992 - 01.2009
Master of Manufacturing Systems Engineering -
University of Warwick
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - undefined
National Institute of Technology Suratkal
Executive MBA - undefined
Great Lakes Institute of Management
Advanced Management Program - undefined
Wharton Business School, University of Pennsylvania
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