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Work History
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VISHNU MENON

Program Manager | Product Owner
Bengaluru

Summary

Experienced Program Manager skilled in managing cross-functional operations and projects in electronic and embedded software systems. Functional understanding of electrical, Mechanical and software systems. Working knowledge of Manufacturing and supply chain functions. Thorough understanding of Project Management fundamentals,Risk management,Estimation, Budget and resource management. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
5
5
Languages

Work History

Product Owner

Mercedes Benz Research & Development
12.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw development and deployment of complex embedded software solutions from product vision to rollout and delivery.
  • Proactively identified risks associated with project timelines or deliverables, implementing mitigation strategies when necessary.
  • Managed budget allocation and resource demand to maximize ROI and ensure efficient product delivery
  • Collaborated with designers, Developers and DevOps on technical feasibility and scope definitions.
  • Conducted data-driven analysis to measure product success metrics, informing future enhancements or adjustments.

Technical Program Manager

Ather Energy - Leading Electric 2 Wheeler In India
04.2019 - 12.2022
  • Orchestrated complex embedded software and hardware projects within strict time frames and budget constraints by Active Risk assessment and effective impediment removal.
  • Program managed development of embedded systems and software solutions working with multi-disciplinary cross functional teams of Hardware, software and supply chain.
  • Increased team efficiency by developing detailed project schedules, effective resource allocation and workload balancing.
  • Led international project teams to successfully deliver complex initiatives within budgetary constraints.
  • Championed process improvements, introducing streamlined workflows that increased productivity across teams.

Project Manager

Tessolve semiconductors
10.2017 - 04.2019
  • Semiconductor development and testing; test software and hardware development.
  • Managed design& manufacturing teams to deliver turnkey Fab & IC test equipment's within aggressive cost & timeline constraints
  • Collaborated with technical leads & team members for SOW, resource allocation and management
  • Experienced in commandeering large scale and extremely time bound projects for customers like Texas Instruments and Intel
  • Facilitated internal and external project's timely execution through crisp Project schedule preparation& review, maximizing efficiency via cross functional collaboration

Project Manger

SFO Technologies
03.2017 - 10.2017
  • Highly competent Turnkey solutions provider for Medical and Aerospace industry; Concept to Industrialization
  • Managed technical projects, utilizing established project tools and methodologies to bring projects to timely completion for key customers like Stanley, Black and decker
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
  • Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing and Industrialization teams.

Project Manager/Production Manager

Kaynes Technology
10.2014 - 03.2017
  • Leading Electronics Equipment manufacturing services provider for Railway and Aerospace industry
  • Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals
  • Captained product development and Mass production of 'Bar-O Meter' working with NPD, Manufacturing and field deployment team
  • Program managed launch of 20+ PCBA kits for Cypress Semiconductors.

Education

MBA - System And Operations

S.C.M.S
Cochin, Kochi
05.2012 - 05.2014

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical And Electronics

P.C.E.T
04.2008 - 05.2012

Skills

    MS projects, Atlassian JIRA

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Certification

Certification in Python basics and data analytics, Data Camp, 01/01/22

Additional Information

Functional knowledge in multiple domains and functions such as Cloud solutions and Infrastructure, Embedded systems, Web and App development. Avid traveler and trekker. College football and Volley ball champion.

Timeline

Product Owner

Mercedes Benz Research & Development
12.2022 - Current

Technical Program Manager

Ather Energy - Leading Electric 2 Wheeler In India
04.2019 - 12.2022

Project Manager

Tessolve semiconductors
10.2017 - 04.2019

Project Manger

SFO Technologies
03.2017 - 10.2017

Project Manager/Production Manager

Kaynes Technology
10.2014 - 03.2017

MBA - System And Operations

S.C.M.S
05.2012 - 05.2014

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical And Electronics

P.C.E.T
04.2008 - 05.2012
VISHNU MENONProgram Manager | Product Owner