Dilraj Dabholkar

About Dilraj Dabholkar

With over two decades of experience, I have consistently delivered customer value through six diverse roles. My passion for fostering growth in people and businesses has been the cornerstone of my career. I bring a wealth of multicultural insights gained from collaborating with customers and colleagues in more than ten countries, driving successful outcomes across various cultural landscapes.My journey has seen me excel in various roles, from global pre-sales initiatives and product management strategies to delivering innovative solutions for grid digitalization. I firmly believe in the concept of “Value Innovation,” which focuses on addressing both the current and future fundamental needs of our customers. For me, technology serves as a powerful enabler, but it is not the sole driver of innovation. Instead, true innovation stems from understanding and fulfilling the evolving needs of our customers, ensuring that we deliver meaningful and sustainable value.I thrive in multicultural environments and enjoy the richness that comes from working with diverse teams. My professional journey has taken me to various cities across India, Germany and Turkey, each offering unique experiences and insights. These opportunities have significantly broadened my perspective, allowing me to understand and appreciate different cultural nuances. This exposure has enhanced my adaptability and enriched my approach to problem-solving and collaboration, making me a more effective professional.I am committed to continuous learning, always seeking to expand my knowledge and skills. One of my favorite ways to achieve this is through reading books, that enables me to gain from wisdom and insights of great writers. This practice not only broadens my perspective but also inspires me to apply these learnings to my work and personal life. Some of my favorites are - Steve Jobs, Measure what matters, Creative confidence, Bulletproof problem solving, Goal, Multipliers, Atomic Habits, Psychology of Money, Ikigai, Startup Nation and many more.Outside of work, I enjoy actively engaging in mentoring undergraduates to prepare them for successful career pathsI am open to connect and explore opportunities for collaboration and growth together.

Experience

1. Global Commodity Manager

   Siemens

   Nov 2024 — Present · DE

Education

• Doctor Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University

  B.Tech., Electronics and Telecommunication

  2001 — 2004

• Indo-German Training Centre

  Executive MBA, Business Administration and Management, General

• K.J. Somaiya Polytechnic

  Diploma, Industrial Electronics

  1998 — 2001

• SPJIMR SP Jain Institute of Management & Research

  Advance Program in Project Management, Project Management

  2008 — 2008

• Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS)

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Information Management

  2009 — 2012