Venkat Reddy
AUTOMOTIVE SPECIALIZATIONS
Chennai,TN
Summary
Automotive engineering and program leader with 20+ years of experience delivering full vehicle programs from concept to SOP, leading cross-functional convergence, and enabling executive governance. Strong record in BIW/CAE synthesis, supplier and plant interface, localization/cost optimization, and launch readiness. Currently supporting the MD in corporate strategy, business governance, and organization-wide alignment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
5
5
Languages
Work History
Technical Assistant to Managing Director
Renault India PVT Ltd
08.2023 - Current
- Act as a strategic advisor to the MD on priorities, business performance, risks, and decision-making preparation.
- Run governance rhythm: business reviews, monthly leadership boards, KPI cadence, and action tracking.
- Build executive dashboards covering sales, production, financials, and critical milestones.
- Drive cross-functional alignment across Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, Aftersales, Finance, and Quality.
- Craft high-impact leadership presentations, briefing notes, and communication packs.
- Coordinate strategic projects, and enable execution through stakeholder management.
- Project Manager, responsible for the coordination and organization of the Duster launching event. The job is related to coordination, logistics, internal communications, etc., a transversal profile with high organization and project management skills.
Senior Manager
Renault Nissan Technology Business Centre India Limited
03.2008 - 08.2023
- Led the development of major global programs: KWID, Triber, Magnite, Kiger, Redi-Go, 4EVER EV, and TWIZY.
- Owned QCPD convergence and ensured milestone readiness from pre-contract to TGA.
- Led supplier/plant interfaces, and enabled industrialization readiness.
- Directed BOM/change management and technical synthesis with CAE and product teams.
- Built and mentored over 50 engineers; strengthened local capability and leadership pipeline.
Senior Project Engineer
Wipro Quantech Global services Ltd
10.2005 - 02.2008
- FE modeling and meshing for OEM programs using HyperMesh/ANSA.
Design Engineer
Concurrent Analysis Private India Limited
02.2005 - 09.2005
- Performed meshing of client parts and quality checks as per the client standard checklist.
Education
B.E - Mechanical
GULBARGA University
KarnatakaM.E - CAD
ANNA University
Tamil NaduSkills
Leadership & Strategy
Technical & Engg Leadership
Business & Automotive Strategy
Talent Development & Ramp-up
Collaboration & Global Exposure
Cross-functional Collaboration
Global Working Experience
Operational Excellence
Plant Operations Exposure
Accomplishments
- Delivered 10+ vehicle programs across multiple segments (A, A+, B, C, E, EVs) from concept to SOP, ensuring alignment with quality, cost, and performance targets.
- Built and led high-performing technical teams of 50+ engineers across CAD, CAE, testing, and product development, mentoring future leaders and establishing local capabilities.
- Strategic liaison to C-suite executives, facilitating executive decisions and aligning cross-functional stakeholders across Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, Finance, and Quality.
- Global program execution: Managed multi-country projects in India, France, and Korea, ensuring seamless delivery of vehicle programs and convergence on technical and industrialization milestones.
- Operational excellence & cost optimization: Implemented cost reduction initiatives, process improvements, and supplier alignment strategies that enhanced vehicle performance while optimizing resources.
- EV & innovation leadership: Led BIW development for 4EVER EV and TWIZY, integrating advanced simulation, sustainability, and modular platform strategies.
- Cross-functional program ownership: Oversaw end-to-end project governance, including technical synthesis, supplier convergence, industrialization, and launch readiness.
Certification
Patent on Motor vehicle having an opening roof provided with a rigidification element subject.
OVERSEAS EXPOSURE
- 2 weeks: May 08 BIW Training
- 2 Weeks: Sep 08 ULC project
- 2 Weeks: Jan 09 LTL Training
- 18 Months: Nov 11 to April 13 (Project Support)
- 2 weeks: April 19 (Project Handover)
- 4 weeks: April 22 (4Ever Project Handover)
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Strategic Leadership & Executive Decision-Making – Align organizational goals, drive high-level strategy, and influence cross-functional leadership.
- Program & Portfolio Management – Successfully deliver complex vehicle programs and strategically oversee multiple initiatives to maximize business impact.
- Cross-Functional Stakeholder Alignment – Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, sales, finance, and quality teams to ensure cohesive execution.
- Global Team Leadership & Talent Development – Build, mentor, and lead high-performing technical and project teams across geographies.
- Business Performance & Operational Excellence – Optimize cost, quality, and timelines while implementing process improvements and efficiency initiatives.
- Corporate Communications & Executive Reporting – Prepare executive-level dashboards, presentations, and business reviews to facilitate informed decision-making.
DECLARATION
I hereby declare that the above written particulars are true to the best of my knowledge and belief. Place: Chennai. (Venkat Reddy Vangoori)
Timeline
Technical Assistant to Managing Director
Renault India PVT Ltd
08.2023 - Current
Senior Manager
Renault Nissan Technology Business Centre India Limited
03.2008 - 08.2023
Senior Project Engineer
Wipro Quantech Global services Ltd
10.2005 - 02.2008
Design Engineer
Concurrent Analysis Private India Limited
02.2005 - 09.2005
M.E - CAD
ANNA University
B.E - Mechanical
GULBARGA University