Kapil Sharma Iim Kozhikode

About Kapil Sharma Iim Kozhikode

Program & Project Management professional with 12.6+ years of automotive industry experience, including 2+ years in Program Management supporting Mercedes-Benz global programs at Adient India. Strong background in managing cross-functional teams, supplier coordination, part maturity, tooling readiness, gate reviews, and customer deliverables across global product development cycles.Currently working as a Program Coordinator for Mercedes-Benz (MMA LL & VAN C Large) programs, with onsite international exposure at Mercedes-Benz Kecskemét Plant, Hungary. Experienced in collaborating with OEM customers, global engineering teams, and suppliers, ensuring on-time, quality-driven program execution in fast-paced, multicultural environments.MBA (EPGP) from IIM Kozhikode, PMP® certified, and Mechanical Engineer with strong proficiency in MS Project, Teamcenter, QAD ERP, CATIA V5, AI tools for Project Management, Six Sigma, and Supplier Management. Award-winning contributor with a passion for continuous improvement, risk management, and delivering value in global automotive and manufacturing programs.Core Competencies & Key AchievementsProgram Management & Execution: Expert in managing cross-functional teams, leading Gate SDT for build events, creating tactical plans, and managing program supplier tool trackers (p. Hands-on experience with the Mercedes-Benz Supplier Start System and QAD ERP (p. 1).Design & Engineering Excellence: 7.6 years dedicated to Design & Product Engineering, specializing in 3D data/drawing creation for metal frames/sheet metal components, FEA analysis, BOM creation, and using problem-solving tools like A3/A4 (pp. Proficient in Catia-V5, Team Centre, MS-Project, and AI Tools for PM (p. 1).Global & Customer Collaboration: Experienced in onsite assignments (e.g, Mercedes-Benz plant in Hungary), managing supplier discussions, and securing customer TGA (Tool Go-ahead) sheet sign-offs (p. 1).Awards & Recognition: Stellar awards received for contributions to Jaguar Land Rover (Project X39x 2R) and Stellantis (Project STLA L 1R) programs (p.

Experience

1. Program Management Coordinator

   Adient

   Oct 2023 — Present · Pune, IN

   Results-driven Program Management professional with 12.6+ years of experience in the automotive industry, including 2+ years in Program Management and extensive background in product design, supplier coordination, and cross-functional project execution. Proven expertise in end-to-end program lifecycle management, APQP, supplier readiness, tooling go-ahead, gate management, and customer coordination for premium OEMs including Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar Land Rover, and Stellantis. PMP® certified with strong exposure to global automotive programs, ERP systems, and digital PM tools. Adept at managing complex timelines, risks, and stakeholders in fast-paced, matrix environments.

Education

• Stanford University

  Design Thinking

• Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• Goethe Institute

  German A1

• Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow

  Bachelor of Technology, Mechanical Engineering

• St, Mary's Inter College

  High School, 12

  2003 — 2005

• Institute of Technology & Management Meerut

  B.Tech, Mechanical Engineering

  2007 — 2011

• Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode

  Master of Business Administration - MBA (ePGP)

• Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode

  MBA (EPGP-Executive Post Graduate Program)