Jul 2019 – Mar 2020 · 8 mos

• Led global engineering delivery within Product Development, directing engineering managers and cross-functional teams responsible for modernization of critical enterprise applications.
• Owned technology remediation and large-scale application rewrite initiatives, transitioning legacy platforms to enterprise cloud-based architecture.
• Established Agile product operating model across the application portfolio, mentoring teams through transformation from waterfall to Scrum-based execution.
• Governed delivery timelines, architecture alignment, and engineering quality across multiple concurrent modernization programs.
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• Delivered multiple enterprise application rewrites and cloud migrations within committed timelines, improving scalability and platform sustainability.
• Operationalized an Agile service model across a portfolio of applications, accelerating release cadence and strengthening engineering governance.
• Strengthened engineering leadership structure and delivery accountability within the global product development organization.

Dec 2017 – Jun 2019 · 1 yr 6 mos

• Directed end-to-end IT site operations for a major engine manufacturing facility, covering infrastructure, networks, data center services, customer support, and plant application operations.
• Governed IT service delivery across eight remote locations in India, ensuring operational stability, security, and performance continuity.
• Managed core operational functions including budget planning, service management, incident/problem management, capacity planning, and security & controls governance.
• Aligned site operations with Asia-Pacific manufacturing IT standards to ensure consistent service delivery and compliance across locations.
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• Achieved 18% reduction in IT operations cost through vendor optimization, infrastructure consolidation, and support model efficiencies.
• Streamlined remote support processes to create shared-service synergies and improve responsiveness.
• Successfully onboarded an additional remote location and operational shift without increasing cost or headcount.
• Implemented best-practice operational frameworks used across Asia-Pacific manufacturing sites, strengthening governance, reliability, and service consistency.

Oct 2012 – Dec 2017 · 5 yrs 2 mos

• Directed IT programs supporting vehicle launches across the ASEAN region, serving as the key IT strategic partner for international new model rollouts.
• Managed 8 IT programs across 5 vehicle launches, driving IT readiness, application changes, and platform modernization in alignment with business and manufacturing objectives.
• Led critical transformation initiatives in a joint-venture manufacturing plant, transitioning from legacy manufacturing methods to Ford Manufacturing Methodology, requiring deep expertise in change management and cross-functional coordination.
• Applied hands-on knowledge of manufacturing systems, including scheduling, quality management, logistics, and MES applications, ensuring operational alignment and seamless integration.
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• Recognized with Asia-Pacific Special Team Recognition Award twice for delivery excellence.
• Awarded Team of the Quarter twice for exemplary leadership in program execution and cross-regional collaboration.

Oct 2010 – Oct 2012 · 2 yrs

• Managed enterprise digital strategy and operations across Asia-Pacific and African markets, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regional marketing initiatives.
• Directed programs to develop a scalable digital marketing framework supporting multiple product and campaign launches across the organization.
• Oversaw cross-regional project delivery, coordinating offshore teams and ensuring integration with global applications and CRM platforms.
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• Delivered a global website template refresh, covering 28 regional market sites, improving user experience and brand consistency.
• Supported the launch of a new automotive digital tool across Asia-Pacific, integrating with global CRM and marketing systems.
• Shared best practices and established offshore delivery strategy for digital programs, enhancing regional execution efficiency and governance.

Apr 2008 – Aug 2010 · 2 yrs 4 mos

• Managed ERP transformation and integration programs supporting manufacturing operations across Asia-Pacific and China.
• Acted as SME and project lead for regional ERP rollouts, including Non-Production Purchasing and Order-to-Deliver (OTD) systems.
• Drove integration of ERP with manufacturing applications and global order management systems, ensuring process alignment, data accuracy, and operational efficiency.
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• Led regional rollout of Non-Production Purchasing solution across India and China, streamlining procurement processes.
• Directed ERP integration with OTD systems, enabling export readiness and regional manufacturing compliance.
• Provided consulting and project leadership for ERP deployment at a new manufacturing facility in Chongqing, China.
• Managed minor ERP interface enhancements and rollout of barcode system, reducing invoicing cycle time by 80%.
• Served as cross-functional liaison between manufacturing, finance, and IT teams to ensure seamless ERP adoption and system reliability.

Aug 2006 – Dec 2008 · 2 yrs 4 mos

• Performed role of Subject Matter Expert / Consultant for projects involving Plant Floor Application. Worked for more than 2 years in Plant Floor system, developing good insights on various aspects of Manufacturing concepts. Spend a great deal of time in the shopfloor to develop in-depth knowledge on every manufacturing process and its touch points with software application.
• Implemented the following Global Systems in Indian plant and SME in these areas.
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• Implemented Part Replenishment System in India plant, thus gaining significant knowledge on Just In Time Inventory management in Manufacturing applications.
• Implemented Component data management to enable of Key information capturing required for export of vehicle.

Apr 2005 – Aug 2006 · 1 yr 4 mos · Chennai Area, India

• Worked as Business Analyst in HR Applications.
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• Responsible for implementation of Headcount Reporting tool.
• Implemented New Employee Appraisal Tool in the Chennai Offices of HCL Technologies