Highlights:Senior Program Manager at Amazon

Skills:Program management, Operations, SCM, Automation

Certification:PMP, PgMP

Senior Program Manager 09/2021 - 06/2024
AMAZON.COM SERVICES LLC, New York, NY United States
Industry: Tech
Worked as Senior Program Manager
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Manager, Global Outsourcing Strategy and Process Improvement 04/2019 - 06/2020
MITSUBISHI AIRCRAFT CORPORATION, Nagoya, Aichi Japan
Industry: Aerospace
Developed a three-year global outsourcing strategy by collaborating with senior leadership and customer teams to align on long-term vision and short-term requirements. Defined program objectives, created essential documentation, and established standard procedures using industry best practices. Conducted thorough data analysis, identified process gaps, and developed a future state roadmap. Engaged stakeholders and provided training to ensure successful implementation and continuous improvement of the outsourcing process.
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Industrial Engineer/Program Manager 07/2013 - 03/2019
STRATA MANUFACTURING PJSC, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates
Industry: Aerospace
Developed and implemented advanced industrial engineering methodologies to enhance systems integration and asset utilization. Optimized process designs using engineering principles, focusing on capability, capacity, throughput, workflow, and logistics. Utilized databases and analytical tools to provide management, departments, and suppliers with data-driven insights and metrics. Ensured efficient use of resources in product development and validation by applying value stream analysis.
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Lead Industrial Engineer 02/2012 - 06/2013
EVEREST INDUSTRIAL COMPANY LLC, Sharjah, Sharjah United Arab Emirates
Industry: Manufacturing
Optimized operations and enhanced productivity as Lead Industrial Engineer. Implemented high-impact solutions through integration and data analysis, facilitating deployment of new tools and technologies. Managed diverse teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration while proactively addressing business requirements. Drove continuous improvement by establishing and monitoring key performance metrics. Mitigated risks strategically to maintain smooth operational transitions.
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Lead Manufacturing Engineer 12/2005 - 02/2012
HINDUSTAN AERONAUTICS LIMITED, Nashik, MH India
Industry: Aerospace
Led comprehensive process optimization and production planning efforts, including cycle time analysis, capacity assessments, and shop floor layout design, to enhance aerospace assembly efficiency. Directed requirements for tools, fixtures, and equipment, while ensuring strict compliance with engineering labor standards. Spearheaded ERP implementation, reducing cycle time by 59% and optimizing manpower by 20%. Successfully established a new production shop for Sukhoi 30 MKI Aircrafts and executed over 50 Kaizen events to drive continuous improvement.
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Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology 07/2001 - 06/2005
Jalandhar, PB, India
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major:Industrial Engineering
Four-year bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

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