Pradeep Gandadkaddi
Grapevine,USA
Summary
Dynamic Sr. Program Manager with a proven track record at SALCOMP-USA, excelling in NPI and technical management. Expert in lean manufacturing and project planning, I drive significant supply chain improvements, reducing material waste by 20%. Adept at cross-functional collaboration and strategic planning, I lead teams to achieve ambitious project goals.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Program Manager- NPI & Technical.
SALCOMP-USA
Arlington, USA
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Manage NPI, Technical & Engineering activities by orchestrating new project process flow and line layout.
- Provide technical support for assembly processes, oversee recruitment of manpower, and streamline equipment purchasing coordination and training.
- Deliver both short- and long-term planning along with supply chain process improvements that lead to material waste and downtime reductions while implementing lean principles and tools.
- Supervise a dedicated team of material planners and the estimating & quoting supply chain team.
- Execute the comprehensive evaluation of project scope and development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and standard operating instructions (SOIs).
- Establish robust plant layout and infrastructure for power, gas, nitrogen, and air.
- Continuously enhance strategic processes encompassing forecasting and demand management while developing efficient internal tools.
- Generate key performance indicators (KPIs) on a quarterly and yearly basis, alongside daily, weekly, and monthly inventory and service reports, and engage in monthly metrics reviews.
- Identify and support initiatives aimed at reducing losses within the organization.
- Accountable for successful departmental project deliverables by securing and allocating appropriate resources to achieve financial objectives.
- Lead and train cross-functional teams on projects and product launches while collaborating effectively with all levels of the organization.
Program Manager- Manufacturing, Estimation & Quoting
NATIONAL CIRCUIT ASSEMBLY
GARLAND, USA
05.2020 - 09.2023
- Oversee technical & engineering activities including procurement, movement, storage, production scheduling, and inventory control of electronic components within the supply chain.
- Deliver a comprehensive range of solutions for short- and long-term planning, emphasizing supply chain process improvements and reduction of material waste and downtime through the application of lean principles.
- Manage a team of material planners, estimating & quoting professionals, and the supply chain team comprising approximately 5-10 direct reports.
- Accountable for departmental project deliverables, ensuring appropriate resource allocation and effective project management to meet goals and financial targets.
- Lead cross-functional teams in executing projects and launching new products while maintaining communication with all levels of the organization.
Sr. Manager -PCBs Manufacturing.
MULTILAYER TECHNOLOGIES
IRVING, USA
01.2017 - 05.2020
- Negotiate contracts, oversee procurement and vendor development, and engage in demand planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Enter bids and proposals into systems including RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, POs, and SOWs.
- Collaborate with finance, sales, and manufacturing teams to determine the most efficient processes.
- Support the optimal utilization of ERP systems within the organization.
- Analyze quotes and facilitate negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms.
Production Project Manager -Manufacturing
HL ELECTRONICS
GRAND PRAIRIE, USA
08.2009 - 10.2016
- Manage supply chain and logistics activities while utilizing MRP & ERP systems as the Production Project Manager, responsible for scheduling projects valued over $4-5 million.
- Drive profitability by minimizing overtime and production costs while ensuring just-in-time availability of parts through Six Sigma lean principles and KANBAN methodologies, maintaining tight schedules and closely monitoring work orders and shipment dates.
- Implement continuous improvement strategies driven by lean principles to enhance SMT equipment lines; schedule high-volume runs to avoid setup times and separate selective solder lines to maintain ROHS compliance.
- Utilize SAP SCM (Supply Chain Management/Purchasing) to manage logistics, demand and production planning, and scheduling & distribution daily using MRP and ERP systems.
- Configure and customize Material Master, Purchasing, Consumption-Based Planning, Inventory Management (IM), Physical Inventory, and Bill of Materials (BOM).
- Troubleshoot production problems and configuration issues through effective prioritization.
- Successfully lead the launch and implementation of new product lines while maintaining current production demands.
- Develop assembly work instructions, SOPs, SOIs, BOMs, and quality control plans.
- Effectively manage multiple concurrent projects and tasks to ensure timely completion.
Stockroom Manager
SV TRONICS, INC.
PLANO, USA
11.2008 - 05.2009
SAP ABAP- Consultant (3-month contract)
SPX PROCESS EQUIPMENT
DELAVAN, USA
02.2008 - 05.2008
Consultant
CONSULTANT
DALLAS, USA
12.2001 - 12.2007
Senior Manager-Manufacturing
KAVERI TELECOMS
BANGALORE, INDIA
04.1998 - 04.2001
Manager-Production
BINFO ELECTRONICS
BANGALORE, INDIA
03.1996 - 04.1998
Manager-Production
VINTEK RF PRODUCTS
BANGALORE, INDIA
01.1987 - 03.1996
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Electrical Engineering
Bangalore University
Bangalore, INDIA06.1987
Skills
- Program Management - NPI
- Technical Management - Manufacturing & Operations
- Customer Relations
- Electronic -PCB Assembly
- Cable & Wire Harness assembly
- Systems & Sub-Systems Manufacturing
- SAP-MRP & ERP Systems
- Production Processes
- Project Planning
- Production Planning & Control
- Materials Management
- Documentation Control- BOM, GA, and PL, SDs drawings
- Inventory Control Management
- Demand Planning
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- RF-Telecommunication Equipment
- Antennae
- Electronics & Microwave Systems
- PCB Manufacturing
- Electro-Mechanical Assembly-Fabrication & Machining process
- Electro Plating
- MS -Excel
- Outlook
- Command 40
- SMT
- Supply Chain Management
- Consumption Based Planning
- Inventory Management (IM)
- Physical Inventory
- Bill of Materials (BOM)
- Customer Demands
- Deadlines Planning
- Process Improvement
- Troubleshooting
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Lean Manufacturing
- Decision Making
- Cross-functional Teams
- Team Building
- Organizational Skills-Presentation
- Strategic Planning -Negotiating
- Financial Planning
- Contract Negotiation
- Project Management
- Results Orientation
- Self-Starter
- Interpersonal Skills-Collaboration & Adaptability
- Employee training
- SOPs & SOI
- Inventory management
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Technical support
- Contract negotiation
- Resource allocation
- Demand planning
- Strong analytical skills
- Project coordination
- Best practices implementation
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Personnel management
- Training and mentoring
- Scope management
- Problem-solving skills
- Relationship management
- Corrective action planning
- Requirements gathering
- Operations management
- Talent acquisition
- Teamwork
- Self motivation
- Negotiation and conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Performance reviewing
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Employee development
- Hiring and training
- Scheduling and coordinating
- Communication skills
Personal Information
Title: Program Manager
Affiliations
- Charity.
- Excercise
Languages
Hindi
Limited
English
Professional
Kannada
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sr. Program Manager- NPI & Technical.
SALCOMP-USA
09.2023 - 03.2025
Program Manager- Manufacturing, Estimation & Quoting
NATIONAL CIRCUIT ASSEMBLY
05.2020 - 09.2023
Sr. Manager -PCBs Manufacturing.
MULTILAYER TECHNOLOGIES
01.2017 - 05.2020
Production Project Manager -Manufacturing
HL ELECTRONICS
08.2009 - 10.2016
Stockroom Manager
SV TRONICS, INC.
11.2008 - 05.2009
SAP ABAP- Consultant (3-month contract)
SPX PROCESS EQUIPMENT
02.2008 - 05.2008
Consultant
CONSULTANT
12.2001 - 12.2007
Senior Manager-Manufacturing
KAVERI TELECOMS
04.1998 - 04.2001
Manager-Production
BINFO ELECTRONICS
03.1996 - 04.1998
Manager-Production
VINTEK RF PRODUCTS
01.1987 - 03.1996
Bachelor's Degree - Electrical Engineering
Bangalore University
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