Sreejith Kodakkal
Brantford
Summary
Accomplished Project Manager, supplier development offering 13 years of experience from A\automotive & medical equipment manufacturing. Successful when leading high-performing teams to sustain product vision, roadmap and business goals. Exceptional technical expertise, leadership and talent for driving stellar, on-target results.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Project Manager
Philips Healthcare
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed project plans and managed project scope using methodologies to guide projects from conceptualization to implementation and maintenance.
- Managed 5(five) project teams in Agile/waterfall environment, realizing success through application of PM methodologies and exceptional leadership skills.
- Collaborated with business users, technical teams and testing teams during kickoff meetings, designing reviews, and planning sessions to validate requirements.
- Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
- Negotiated and managed project budgets to meet goals.
- Managed design and manufacturing teams to build proprietary process equipment within aggressive cost and time constraints.
Project Lead
L&T Technologies Services
02.2017 - 05.2021
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Developed and trained junior team members by leveraging industry experience to achieve optimal project strategy.
- Set up and managed team meetings.
- Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes, and operational specifications.
- Planned, executed, and controlled assigned projects, ensuring work performed complied with contractual requirements.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
Lead Engineer
HCL Technologies Ltd
12.2014 - 01.2017
- VAVE, teardown & should costing of HVAC systems (30T & 75T)
- Adhered to timelines to meet quality assurance targets.
- Assessed scope and requirements to assist with project design determinations.
- Trained and mentored competent and flexible workforce to meet project needs and promote positive work environment.
- Developed cost estimates and project specifications for proposals.
- Conducted feasibility studies for proposed projects using potential ROI and risk management.
Senior Buyer
SOGEFI MNR Filtration Pvt Ltd
12.2013 - 12.2014
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Dispensed purchase orders to suppliers with accurate pricing, deadlines and terms and conditions.
- Negotiated policies and contracts with vendors to achieve optimal pricing and consistent availability.
- Managed vendor purchase order dispatch, delivery, and invoicing to set contractual guidelines and maintain budgetary regulations.
- Reviewed proposals, qualified vendors, and recommended optimal suppliers.
- Determined lowest possible cost, factoring in quality, and reliability and negotiated favorable contracts.
Commodity Specialist
Mindarika Pvt Ltd
11.2010 - 11.2013
- Outsourcing & development of NPI parts with suppliers through APQP & PPAP process.
- Design feasibility review, tool cost&part cost finalization and responsible for PSW sign off with supplier.
- Managed multiple stakeholders' interests and needs.
- Monitored supplier performance by holding suppliers accountable for performance levels.
- Strengthened relationships with stakeholders and mobilized support.
- Prepared for and responded to unforeseen events and challenges.
NPD Engineer- Trainee
Sundaram Auto Components
07.2008 - 07.2009
- Identified new ideas, products and/or features that improved customer satisfaction, reduced costs and kept product line in forefront of industry.
- APQP documentation preparation for NPD process. Review FMEA and PPAP documents
- Tested completed projects for functionality and implemented changes to production methods to rectify issues in final products.
- Drafted clear technical documentation, detailing product design specifications.
- Documented and updated build, quality and performance records.
Education
MBA - Executive Management
KSOU (Karnataka State Open University)
Bangalore12.2016
Four Year Diploma - Tool & Die Making
NTTF (Nettur Technical Training Foundation)
Kerala06.2009
Skills
- PMP Certified
- Strategic Sourcing
- Leadership & Facilitation
- Problem solving & Analysis
- APQP, PPAP, FMEA, 8D, VAVE & Cost engineering
- Software :- SAP, aPriori, MS office & MS Projects
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Year 2019 L&T TS
- Philips Award 2021 & 2022 :- Take Ownership to Deliver fast
- NLPA core Member – Next level Purchasing Association
Valid USA Business visa '2025
Experience in handling USA & Europe customers and traveled multiple times to USA for Business & Project discussions
Timeline
Technical Project Manager
Philips Healthcare
06.2021 - 05.2023
Project Lead
L&T Technologies Services
02.2017 - 05.2021
Lead Engineer
HCL Technologies Ltd
12.2014 - 01.2017
Senior Buyer
SOGEFI MNR Filtration Pvt Ltd
12.2013 - 12.2014
Commodity Specialist
Mindarika Pvt Ltd
11.2010 - 11.2013
NPD Engineer- Trainee
Sundaram Auto Components
07.2008 - 07.2009
MBA - Executive Management
KSOU (Karnataka State Open University)
Four Year Diploma - Tool & Die Making
NTTF (Nettur Technical Training Foundation)
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