Nov 2021 – Jun 2023 · 1 yr 7 mos · London Area, United Kingdom · Remote

• Spearheaded high-stakes strategy engagements for global automotive and e-mobility clients, from luxury OEMs to utility giants and investors. Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven solutions across the entire EV value chain, from product conception through end-of-life battery strategy.
• 1. Directed the end-to-end product introduction and value optimization for a luxury European OEM's flagship EV, defining the feature roadmap and pricing framework that identified a ~£15M revenue opportunity and compressed the launch timeline by 2 months.
• 2. Built the investor-ready business case and partnership model for a European municipal charging network, resulting in the approval of 2 pilot programs and a subsequent £20M funding round. Developed a proprietary TCO tool that optimized site selection for 100+ potential charging hubs.
• 3. Architected the firm's commercial offering on Battery Passport, designing circularity pathways and compliance roadmaps for OEM and fleet clients, ensuring readiness for the 2027 EU Battery Regulation enforcement.
• 4. Developed a digital risk-scoring dashboard for a North American Gigafactory client, quantifying and mitigating ~15% procurement exposure in critical cell and semiconductor categories under adverse scenarios.
• 5. Coordinated engineering, data science, and commercial teams across time zones to deliver integrated solutions, authoring client POVs and pitch materials that won follow-on work.

Jul 2017 – Nov 2021 · 4 yrs 4 mos · London Area, United Kingdom · Remote

• Delivered cutting-edge research and analysis on global e-mobility and conventional powertrain technologies. Provided the foundational market intelligence that underpinned client strategic planning, M&A activities, and supply-chain risk assessment.
• 1. Authored 27 syndicated research reports and market forecasts on 48V hybrids, e-motors, battery cells, and power electronics, establishing the firm as a thought leader in emerging propulsion technologies.
• 2. Provided bespoke pre-sales consulting and supplier risk assessment, helping engineering and procurement teams at major OEMs and suppliers dual-source critical components and avoid single-point failures.
• 3. Presented expert analysis at 8+ international conferences and webinars, strengthening the firm's brand and generating qualified leads for bespoke consulting projects.
• 4. Supported sales teams with client proposals and developed bespoke forecast models for top-tier clients, directly contributing to revenue growth in the research division.

Jul 2016 – Jul 2017 · 1 yr · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

• Managed end-to-end sales operations and dealer network development for a key commercial vehicle territory. Gained ground-level experience in channel management, customer relationship building, and market penetration strategies.
• 1. Led the go-to-market strategy and channel management for commercial vehicles, expanding the dealer network and implementing sales processes that drove market share growth in a competitive segment.
• 2. Coordinated with marketing, finance, and service teams to ensure a seamless customer journey, addressing market feedback and improving overall territory performance.
• 3. Trained and developed dealer sales teams on product features and financing options, enhancing their capability to convert leads and secure fleet contracts.

Apr 2015 – May 2015 · 1 mo · New Delhi Area, India

• Sports Marketing Strategy and Research

Jul 2014 – Mar 2016 · 1 yr 8 mos · Udupi, Karnataka, India

May 2013 – Jun 2014 · 1 yr 1 mo

Jun 2011 – Apr 2013 · 1 yr 10 mos · Mumbai Area, India · On-site

• Played a key role in the R&D team, responsible for prototype testing and validation to ensure product reliability, durability, and performance standards. Gained foundational hands-on experience with vehicle systems and engineering processes.
• 1. Conducted rigorous durability, performance, and reliability tests on prototype vehicles, identifying design issues and working with engineering teams to implement solutions that improved product quality.
• 2. Developed and executed comprehensive test plans for new vehicle systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
• 3. Analyzed test data to diagnose root causes of component failures, contributing to design improvements that reduced potential warranty claims and enhanced product durability.