Vijendra K — Product Manager
As the global automotive landscape undergoes its most significant shift in a century, my focus is on the institutional stewardship of the systems that will define the 2030 electrification mandate. With over 15 years of industry tenure, I lead at the intersection of enterprise strategy and technical complexity adoption of the global platforms that bridge today’s operational realities with tomorrow’s thermal management requirements. Currently, I am architecting the industry's future of engine cooling module Product and Global Platform Leader, I oversee a €120M portfolio, ensuring that innovation is not just technically superior, but structurally sustainable. My approach is rooted in governance and systemic transformation: transitioning complex business units from traditional engine cooling to integrated, high-voltage thermal architectures. My Strategic Focus- 1. Platform Maturity 2. P&L Stewardship 3. Global Leadership The Institutional Impact - I believe that the future of mobility is integrated, not siloed. Whether it is optimizing battery health during ultra-fast charging or streamlining thermal complexity in the powertrain, I am committed to building the platforms that make sustainable transport a reality. Enterprise Growth: I don't just manage projects; I build the "invisible architecture" that scales revenue. By implementing modularity and standardization, I’ve steered business units to improve profit margins revenue growth. Global Stewardship: I lead cross-functional, multi-regional teams of over 20+ specialists, fostering a culture of high-performance governance where technical excellence meets fiscal discipline. Future-Proofing Infrastructure: My work extends into the emerging AI Thermal Wall, applying automotive-grade thermal precision to the high-growth sector of data center liquid cooling.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in automotive thermal management and product strategy, driving innovation and profitability.
Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Experience: 12 yrs 11 mos
Skills
- P&l Stewardship
- Strategic Enterprise Growth
- Profitability Integrity
- Fiscal Governance
- P&l Integrity
- Capital Stewardship
- Institutional Velocity
- Operational Stewardship
- Manufacturing Excellence
Career Highlights
- Led €120M portfolio with 100% On-Time Delivery.
- Achieved 30% revenue growth through strategic contracts.
- Pioneered modular architectures, enhancing profit margins.
Work Experience
Valeo
Advance development Manager (2 yrs)
Product Technical Leader (4 yrs 1 mo)
Senior Product Manager (8 yrs 10 mos)
Visteon Corporation
Senior Project Engineer (4 yrs)
Education
Engineering at Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani
Executive MBA at Indian Institute of Foreign Trade