Jul 2025 – Feb 2026 · 7 mos · On-site

• As Director – External Relations, I represent VinGroup and its subsidiaries (VinFast, VinHomes, VinMec, VinSchool, VinPearl, V-Green, and Xanh SM) in India to explore and promote multi-sector investment opportunities. I engage with State and Central Government ministries, Secretaries, and industrial agencies to present VinGroup’s vision, ecosystem, and long-term growth plans for India. My role involves identifying potential partnerships, negotiating support policies, and aligning with state development priorities for large-scale investments in real estate, healthcare, education, and green mobility. I actively monitor policy changes and industrial developments, ensuring VinGroup’s strategic decisions are aligned with India’s regulatory and economic landscape. Through strong government relationships, transparent communication, and continuous collaboration, I help position VinGroup as a long-term, responsible, and high-impact investor in India’s growth story.

Mar 2025 – Jul 2025 · 4 mos · On-site

• As Director – Government Relations, I oversee all policy coordination, regulatory approvals, and government engagement for VinFast Auto India. My focus is on facilitating project approvals, land allotment, and incentive processing in collaboration with state and central agencies such as SIPCOT, Guidance Tamil Nadu, DPIIT, and DHI. I ensure strict compliance with the signed MoU with the State Government, manage all documentation and submissions to secure incentives within project timelines, and coordinate HSN classification, Advance Ruling, and import/export compliance under Customs and GST. I work closely with departments like Legal, Finance, and Project teams to ensure end-to-end compliance, smooth import operations, and timely disbursement of incentives. My role also includes maintaining strong rapport with senior bureaucrats and local authorities to ensure seamless implementation of VinFast’s EV manufacturing project in India.

Jan 2024 – Mar 2025 · 1 yr 2 mos · On-site

• As Project Director for VinFast Auto India, I am responsible for driving the end-to-end establishment of India’s first fully electric vehicle manufacturing project. My work involves identifying and assessing potential sites across India for Greenfield and Brownfield investments, preparing detailed SWOT analyses, and coordinating with state governments for infrastructure, incentives, and policy support. I lead project planning, investment proposals, and technical due diligence in coordination with engineering, supply chain, and construction teams. I also ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and environmental requirements, securing all pre-establishment and statutory approvals needed for project execution. My role extends to vendor development, localization strategy, and coordination with global teams for technology transfer, ensuring timely progress as per project milestones. Through strategic collaboration with government agencies, consultants, and internal stakeholders, I aim to deliver a world-class electric vehicle manufacturing ecosystem under the VinFast brand in India.

Sep 2023 – Jan 2024 · 4 mos · On-site

• Reports to CEO, leading strategic expansion of VinFast in India. Responsible for identifying Greenfield & Brownfield investment sites, conducting site assessments and SWOT analysis. Develops business models for manufacturing, assembly, and localization decisions aligned with trade and duty frameworks. Engages with state and central governments to negotiate incentives and policies. Oversees homologation and regulatory compliance for vehicle and component certification in India.

Aug 2022 – Sep 2023 · 1 yr 1 mo

• Leading Supplier Quality for Interiors, Exteriors, BIW&DC, Seats & Restraints across VF8, VF9, VF6, VF7 & VF5 projects. Managing India suppliers for SQ and delivery, ensuring AAR readiness before SOP. Driving problem-solving, APQP reviews, and supplier development to support production and continuous improvement.

Jan 2021 – Aug 2022 · 1 yr 7 mos

• Responsible for Supplier Quality and Delivery of Indian suppliers exporting to Vietnam’s first automotive OEM, covering key components like wiring harnesses, suspension parts, cooling systems, trims, and electrical modules (CCS, PDU, VCU, etc.).

Dec 2019 – Jan 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo · Pune Area, India · On-site

• Responsible for Purchasing, quality and development of Fasteners for 2w,3w and 4w application, involving in vendor assessment, capacity planning, supply planning based on production requirement, monthly schedule monitoring.

Dec 2018 – Dec 2019 · 1 yr · Gurgaon, India · On-site

• Spent a challenging year in Supply Chain – Vendor Tool Management at India’s No.1 car manufacturer.
• Specialized in tooling health monitoring and vendor management for sheet metal dies, injection molds, and forging tools.
• Ensured zero quality or delivery issues through supplier audits, tool assessments, and retooling decisions.
• Key projects include new tool development for seat slider and window regulator parts.
• Gained hands-on experience in 4W components, multi-technology vendor coordination, and cost/Ringi approval processes.

Nov 2017 – Dec 2018 · 1 yr 1 mo · Jaipur, Rajasthan, India · On-site

• Worked as Strategic Sourcing Buyer for Engine Forging & Transmission parts at the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer’s R&D Centre.
• Handled new design feasibility, supplier selection, and cost negotiation for parts like gears, crankshafts, connecting rods, and shifter assemblies.
• Learnings: Strategic sourcing, product costing, and advanced forging/manufacturing processes.

Aug 2016 – Oct 2017 · 1 yr 2 mos · Chennai Area, India · On-site

• Worked for Cost Management at the world’s largest premium motorcycle brand, focusing on product & process costing, supplier management, and fastener derisking.
• Handled critical fasteners (grades 4.6–12.9) and machined parts, driving cost reduction through process optimization and technology change.
• Key learnings: product costing, vendor assessment, and advanced coatings (GEOMET, MAGNI).

Oct 2015 – Jul 2016 · 9 mos

• Sundram Fasteners Ltd, Hot and Cold Forging unit, SEZ Chennai, India.
• Key Resp : worked in Exports Marketing, handling General Motors and Ford Motor Company.

Oct 2013 – Oct 2015 · 2 yrs

• Sundram Fasteners Ltd, Powder Metallurgy Division, Hosur, India.
• Key Role : Process design, Tool design, part development of automotive sintered application parts.

Sep 2012 – Sep 2013 · 1 yr

• Sundram Fasteners Ltd, Fasteners Division, Chennai, India.
• Key Role : New Product Development for Automotive fasteners.