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Yogesh Khangare

Yogesh Khangare

Bangalore,KA

Summary

Strategic and results-driven leader with 21+ years of experience in Global Project & Program Management, New Product Development and Business Operations. Expertise in managing end-to-end product lifecycle, governance, risk management, & cost optimization for multimillion-dollar programs across diverse geographies. Leadership & Governance: 10+ years in PMO leadership, people management & strategy execution. Industry Expertise: Extensive experience in automotive (2/3/4W/EV) and Manufacturing. Digital & Innovation: Led 30+ global digital transformation projects with IoT, AI/ML, Cloud, and ADAS. Program Execution: Managed 150+ CFT members, delivering projects with budgets ~ $10K to $500M. Process, Compliance & Audits: Six Sigma Black Belt, Certified PMO Leader (SAFe, PMP, IIM-Calcutta)

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director - Program Management - Planning & Strategy

Ola Electric
10.2023 - Current
  • Developed SDV roadmap aligning Vehicle Architecture, Platform and MoveOS with CxO/board vision.
  • Directing cross-functional execution of 2W EV programs from concept to launch ensuring QCD targets are met.
  • Driving project budget, business case approval, resource planning, supplier nominations, project viability (EBIT/CM).
  • Brought efficiency in processes (process times, repairs, automations) using digital tools.
  • Ensuring stakeholder engagements, stage-gate governance, risk mitigation, Go to Market strategy.
  • Drove 10% BOM savings & ₹100 Cr CAPEX reduction. Brought projects 45% faster through streamlined governance.
  • Driving 10+ PoCs across Autonomous Driving (ADAS L2+), V2G, C-V2X, OTA, AUTOSAR, digital twin and cyber security.
  • Mentoring on technology research, innovation, connected features, patents (5+) and IPR (3+).
  • Supporting Go to Market (GTM), Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) and charging infrastructure initiatives.

Head Program Management 3W - PMO

Greaves Electric Mobility
04.2023 - 10.2023
  • Accelerated EV 3-wheeler platform development by 40% using Agile at Scale methodologies.
  • Led cross-functional system integration and homologation strategy, resolving 30+ critical compliance issues (EV safety, braking, EMI/EMC) to secure on-time certification.

Global Program Manager, Ranger/Everest - Digital Products

Ford
12.2020 - 03.2023
  • Aligned global Ford Ranger vision with connectivity portfolio; delivered 30+ cloud-enabled solutions (GCP/Azure) across 50+ markets. Ensured Cyber security (UNECE R155/R156) compliance for connected vehicles.
  • Oversaw ASPICE, AIS-038 and ISO 26262 compliance initiatives for embedded and safety-critical systems.
  • Deployed CI, CD, and DevSecOps pipelines; launched 30+ connected features driving $150M revenue potential.
  • Supported 20+ OTA rollouts, boosting customer retention and cutting warranty claims by 25%.

Chassis/Vehicle Engineering Manager - Product Development

Ford
01.2015 - 12.2020
  • Steered BEV program under Ford-Mahindra JV; defined engineering attributes, managed contracts & proto builds.
  • Oversaw B-Car end-to-end product development—design reviews, prototyping, testing, and issue resolution.
  • Headed cross-functional teams to resolve 50+ critical in-plant/field issues (recalls, stop ships, fire/crash incidents).
  • Enhanced quality with AI/ML-driven insights, improving NPS by 30%.
  • Surpassed quality and warranty targets: TGW, R/1000, CPU, and NPS.

Three Wheelers/KTM Bikes Program Manager - R&D

Bajaj Auto
11.2011 - 01.2015
  • Supervised 3 programs from concept to execution with projected revenues of ₹5000 Cr.
  • Headed cross-functional teams of 100+ members, comprising of Styling, Design, Purchase, Finance, Vendor Development, Marketing, Plant, Supply Chain, Service and Homologation teams.
  • Achieved 10% material cost reduction by leveraging comparison analysis and detailed cost estimations.

Automotive Strategy Manager - MD’s Office

Bharat Forge
01.2011 - 11.2011
  • Boosted Contribution Margins by 20% through re-prioritization, complexity reduction, capacity optimization.
  • Leveraged project management (PMI/PMBOK) processes and tools to define and execute strategic projects.
  • Presented project-plans to CEO and Executive Directors to review costs, schedules, risks & mitigation plans.

Chassis Systems Manager - Product Engineering

Daimler Truck
02.2010 - 01.2011
  • Orchestrated system integration of chassis components of LDT/MDT truck platforms.
  • Delivered 30+ digital mock ups to verify designs and support vehicle builds for CAE/ proto parts.

Senior PVT Engineer - Product Development

Ford
03.2006 - 02.2010
  • Designed and industrialized Chassis components (Suspension, Steering, Wheel & Tires) for 3 platforms.
  • Led global engineering changes (50+) & mitigated risks by systematic functional trials before implementation.
  • Steered critical in-plant issues to support internal team to meet productivity (100% FTT/RTY) targets.

Chassis System Engineer - Product Engineering

Delphi Automotive
06.2005 - 03.2006
  • Developed suspension for 3 projects of Suzuki (Swift, Desire), GM (Buick).
  • Managed testing facility catering for new design validation and warranty analysis (performed 50+ investigations).

Senior Design Engineer - R&D

Gabriel India
07.2003 - 05.2005
  • Designed 10+ unique suspension designs based on customer requirements (Tata, Hyundai).
  • Conducted design calculation (30+), DFMEA (50+), CAD, BOM, ECN, material selection & CAE analysis.
  • Steered APQP/PPAP, ISO/TS16949 quality management documentation, audit (10+) & warranty analysis (20+).

Education

B.E. - Mechanical Engineering

Nagpur University
01.2002

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Decision-making
  • People management
  • Operations management
  • Project management
  • Budget management
  • Contract and vendor management
  • Financial management
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Technology integration
  • Product development
  • Customer engagement

Certification

  • 2025: Director’s certification in corporate governance.
  • 2024: Effectively leading Digital Transformation.
  • 2021: AI for Leaders, Data Science for Business Leaders.
  • 2019: Electric Vehicle (Development, Validation and Certification).

Languages Known

English
Hindi
Marathi

References

Kevin, Fisher, Head, Global Program Management, Ex Ola Electric

Timeline

Director - Program Management - Planning & Strategy

Ola Electric
10.2023 - Current

Head Program Management 3W - PMO

Greaves Electric Mobility
04.2023 - 10.2023

Global Program Manager, Ranger/Everest - Digital Products

Ford
12.2020 - 03.2023

Chassis/Vehicle Engineering Manager - Product Development

Ford
01.2015 - 12.2020

Three Wheelers/KTM Bikes Program Manager - R&D

Bajaj Auto
11.2011 - 01.2015

Automotive Strategy Manager - MD’s Office

Bharat Forge
01.2011 - 11.2011

Chassis Systems Manager - Product Engineering

Daimler Truck
02.2010 - 01.2011

Senior PVT Engineer - Product Development

Ford
03.2006 - 02.2010

Chassis System Engineer - Product Engineering

Delphi Automotive
06.2005 - 03.2006

Senior Design Engineer - R&D

Gabriel India
07.2003 - 05.2005

B.E. - Mechanical Engineering

Nagpur University

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