Senthilkumar Sankaranarayanan

About Senthilkumar Sankaranarayanan

Summary I\'ve led program planning, overseeing the execution and successful delivery of numerous greenfield and brownfield projects across diverse geographies and markets. My role ensured timely project completion, stringent quality adherence, and unwavering customer satisfaction. My expertise lies in program planning, project management, launch management, risk mitigation, stakeholder engagement, QCDP (Quality, Cost, Delivery, Performance), prototype management, BOM (Bill of Materials) & diversity, and driving improvements in the product development process (PDP). I\'m well-versed in handling serial life programs and driving new business development initiatives. Navigating the automotive landscape, I possess a profound understanding of the industry and stay abreast of the latest technologies and trends. Holding the distinction of being a certified project management executive, I am committed to continuous learning, always seeking fresh opportunities to elevate my skills and knowledge. My mission revolves around delivering superior products and services that precisely align with customer needs and expectations. Simultaneously, I\'m dedicated to ensuring the organization\'s profitability and long-term sustainability. My journey is defined by a passion for excellence and an unwavering commitment to making impactful contributions. Key Skills: Program Management / Business Analysis / Microsoft Project / Contract Management / Manufacturing Process Improvement / Project Coordination / Procurement / Operations Management / Data Analysis / Customer Relationship Management (CRM)/ Agile Methodologies / Budgeting / Manufacturing / P&L / PLM

Experience

1. Senior Manager Project Management

   Stellantis

   Aug 2017 — Present · Chennai, IN

   Oversaw and managed complex, multi-year cross-functional programs within stellantis smart car program wave-1 • Collaborated closely with engineering, R&D, and diverse cross-functional teams to ensure the on-time delivery of intricate projects, consistently achieving scope, budget, and quality/performance targets.• Successfully integrated an external engineering service provider\'s delivery system with stellantis work packages.• Assumed responsibility for governance, encompassing milestone and financial reporting, as well as comprehensive risk and issue management.• Tracked and measured project metrics, reporting progress to senior management and the program team. Leveraged extensive business experience to identify alternative solutions for project challenges.• Managed product configuration and prototype builds, adhering to timelines and customer specifications.• Compiled and documented lessons learned, contributing to ongoing improvement initiatives.