Rammohan Parthasarathy
Executive Leader, Global Program Management & Geopolitical Risk Strategy
Metro Detroit,MI
Summary
- Global executive leader with 14+ years of experience across top-tier automotive firms including Nissan, Autoliv, ZF, and FORVIA.
- Proven track record in driving growth, leading complex turnarounds, and delivering sustainable business value.
- Proven track record of leading large-scale, multibillion-dollar businesses across global markets, with excellent P&L management and full end-to-end ownership of strategy, operations, and financial performance.
- Brings deep operational insight and a strong geopolitical lens to strategic decision-making, market entry, and localization.
- Recognized for building and leading high-performing global teams with a focus on executional excellence and measurable outcomes.
- Trusted by C-level executives and boards to drive innovation, enhance stakeholder value, and ensure delivery precision.
- Leads with clarity, purpose, and integrity, placing long-term growth and people at the center of every transformation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
11
11
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
Executive Leader, GPM & Geopolitical Risk Strategy
FORVIA Electronics
Auburn Hills, MI
07.2024 - Current
- Full P&L ownership of a $1.6B portfolio spanning 5 countries across Americas and Asia.
- Secured over $400M in annual new order intake with top global OEMs.
- Delivered $15M cash flow improvement through focused D&E, WCA, and operational efficiencies.
- Launched 5 programs with flawless SOP execution and zero late penalties.
- Enhanced IRR across platforms through disciplined CAPEX and VCM cost management.
- Captured 30% market share in mid-segment by reclaiming key competitor accounts.
- Achieved +7% year-over-year operating income growth via sustainable cost reductions.
- Navigated USMCA regulations, mitigating tariff impacts and ensuring seamless North America supply.
- Overcame China localization barriers, and reducing supply chain risks critical semiconductor parts.
- Increased product profitability by 12% through value engineering and pricing actions.
- Accelerated cross-functional alignment to reduce decision lead time by 30%.
- Reduced time-to-market by 20% per launch, accelerating revenue capture and competitiveness.
- Trusted strategic partner in executive and board-level discussions on growth and financial excellence.
- Led localization, industrial ramp-ups, and trade compliance under shifting geopolitical landscapes.
Senior Manager, Global Programs
FORVIA Electronics
Tokyo, Japan
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Led $1B global business acquisition, development, and execution.
- Managed cross-border teams for seamless program integration.
- Drove strategic growth and sustainable profitability globally.
- Delivered 5% cash flow improvement through operational excellence.
- Improved VCM and IRR by 7 points across key platforms.
- Achieved 18% D&E cost reduction via targeted optimizations.
- Launched products driving threefold business growth.
- Doubled industry profitability with advanced optimization strategies.
Program Manager, Global Programs
FORVIA Electronics
Tokyo, Japan
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Grew revenue from $120M to $280M by reactivating dormant OEM accounts and markets.
- Increased product profitability by 2% through targeted value engineering and pricing.
- Improved cross-functional alignment, cutting decision lead time by 10%.
- Achieved 95% customer satisfaction, resulting in multi-year business renewals.
- Secured $1M in cost savings through VAVE, OPE, and strategic spend controls.
- Drove $160M in new business growth within 12 months through strategic initiatives.
Director of Project Management, ASEAN
Joyson Safety Systems
Yokohama, Japan
09.2020 - 02.2022
- Directed $2.8B LTS project portfolio for J-OEM in ASEAN, aligned with business growth strategy.
- Increased IRR by 10 points via zero-delay execution and disciplined risk governance.
- Boosted efficiency by 5% through lean practices and faster cross-functional delivery.
- Delivered 100% on-time launches for Airbags, Steering Wheel, and Active-CBU lines.
- Led LiDAR & Radar rollouts, improving system readiness and visibility by 80%.
- Deployed CPD, OCS, and PBD systems, enhancing occupant protection outcomes.
- Cut defects by 89% and achieved 100% compliance with regulatory standards.
- Enabled team ownership and faster execution through strategic empowerment.
Project Manager: Vehicle Development & Management
Nissan Motor Corporation
Yokohama, Japan
09.2017 - 08.2020
- Directed $15B portfolio across UK, China, India, Japan & Mexico with lifecycle ROI & SOP readiness.
- Achieved 100% SOP readiness by aligning R&D, ME, Procurement, Marketing & After sales globally.
- Delivered >5% YoY cost reduction (FY17–FY20) via global Total Delivery Cost optimization initiatives.
- Navigated USMCA regulations, mitigating tariff impacts and ensuring seamless North America supply.
- Overcame China localization barriers, enabling $3M+ revenue via vehicle connectivity launches.
- Led India localization efforts, reducing supply chain risks and cutting CO2 emissions by 11%.
- Improved EBIT by 6% through disciplined budget control, volume mix optimization & launch phasing.
- Improved spec release accuracy by 40% through R&D process standardization across four regions.
- Boosted forecast precision by 15%, aligning volume, CAPEX, and profit goals across vehicle programs.
- Cut launch timelines by 20% via improved cadence, gating control, and risk management execution.
- Reduced vehicle BOM cost by $18M+ through targeted value engineering and supplier localization.
- Increased SOP quality score by 25% through upstream issue containment and design robustness.
- Enhanced PLM adoption, improving supplier collaboration and accelerating design-to-launch cycles.
- Led global monthly tech reviews, driving product innovation, quality, and regional strategy alignment.
Team Lead - Vehicle Planning and Program Management
Nissan Motor Corporation
Yokohama, Japan
04.2016 - 08.2017
- Led Compact EV strategy and program management from concept through production launch.
- Launched Nissan Leaf (FY17-18), the first MP EV, earning the Automotive News Euro-star award.
- Directed core models Juke, Pathfinder, Infiniti QX60, and X-Trail for market fit and profit.
- Managed engineering, development, delivery, and lifecycle execution across platforms.
- Expanded portfolio via Japan Kei market analysis, identifying growth opportunities.
- Supported interiors, seats, safety, HVAC, and LoB portfolio alignment.
- Directed annual portfolio proposals, aligning budgets, volumes, and strategy.
- Improved launch efficiency by 18% through enhanced cross-team coordination.
- Increased program profitability 7% via cost control and risk mitigation.
- Boosted product quality 22% with design reviews and issue resolution.
- Reduced supply delays by 15% through supplier engagement and risk management.
- Cut vehicle CO2 emissions by 3% via localization and powertrain optimizations.
- Streamlined reporting and governance, speeding stakeholder alignment and decisions.
Product Design & Management
ZF TRW
Hannover, Germany
05.2015 - 04.2016
- Directed product design for global ZF programs in Airbags, ADAS, and Crash Sensors.
- Reduced time-to-market by 15% via streamlined design and agile collaboration.
- Achieved 98% on-time launches by improving project controls and risk management.
- Improved design quality 25%, cutting rework and speeding validation cycles.
- Standardized design protocols, reducing iterations by 30% globally.
- Optimized designs with R&D and suppliers for cost and manufacturability.
- Integrated connected car features, accelerating innovation and readiness.
- Cut supplier design delays 20%, enhancing launch predictability and quality.
- Adopted digital tools to boost design productivity and global teamwork.
Project Engineering & Management
Autoliv
04.2012 - 04.2015
- Managed $70–120M LTS portfolio annually, securing $60M average order intake.
- Improved operational income by 2–5% via cost control and lean process execution.
- Boosted forecast accuracy 7%, aligning volume, cost, and profitability targets.
- Enhanced VCM by 25%, driving local content growth and supplier collaboration.
- Reduced program cycle times by 10%, accelerating product delivery to market.
- Achieved 95% on-time, on-budget delivery across Seat Belts, Crash Sensors, and Night Vision.
- Delivered improved application performance, increasing system reliability by 8%.
- Strengthened cross-functional teams, cutting supplier delays by 6% and boosting quality by 5%.
Engineering- Graduate Trainee
Ashok Leyland
London, United Kingdom
03.2011 - 02.2012
- Smart Production Strategy, PPP, SCM and Factory Automations.
Education
Ph.D. - Creative Leadership & Management
UCAM Universidad Católica San Antonio De Murcia
Spain 05.2001 -
Master of Science - Leadership & Business Management
Steinbeis Hochschule
Berlin, Germany 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
India 05.2001 -
Skills
🌍 Global Program & Portfolio Management
📊 P&L Leadership & Financial Discipline
🗺️ Geopolitical & Localization Strategy
💸 Cost Optimization & Operational Turnarounds
⚖️ Regulatory Navigation & Market Entry
🌱 Talent Development & Team Empowerment
🏢 Organizational Development
🎯 Strategic Visioning & Ethical Leadership
🚀 New Business Development & CRM
🔍 Data-Driven Decision Making & KPI Analytics
🔄 Change Management & Continuous Improvement
Certification
Harvard Business School - Professional Certificate Program in Leadership and Communication
Awards
🍏 Gold Trophy – Green Apple Award 2014 by Parliament of London.
🏆 Young Scientist Award – 2013 by ASSE & HSSE Kuwait.
🎖️ Amarar Mangalam Memorial Award – 2011 by Chennai State, India.
💡 Best Innovation Award – Third Eye for Vehicles, 2011 by ASSE & HSSE Dubai.
🌟 Budding Innovator Award – Third Eye for Vehicles, 2011 by ASSE & HSSE Dubai.
Publications
📚 International Journal of Engineering Research and Development · Sep 1, 2013Home Made Electricity from Gas StoveHome Made Electricity from Gas Stove
Patents
🧠 ELECTRICITY FROM GAS STOVE WASTE HEAT, Patent issued.
🧠 ELECTRO-MAGNETIC ENGINE, Patent issued.
🧠 THIRD EYE FOR VEHICLES, Patent issued.
Timeline
Executive Leader, GPM & Geopolitical Risk Strategy
FORVIA Electronics
07.2024 - Current
Senior Manager, Global Programs
FORVIA Electronics
03.2023 - 06.2024
Program Manager, Global Programs
FORVIA Electronics
03.2022 - 02.2023
Director of Project Management, ASEAN
Joyson Safety Systems
09.2020 - 02.2022
Project Manager: Vehicle Development & Management
Nissan Motor Corporation
09.2017 - 08.2020
Team Lead - Vehicle Planning and Program Management
Nissan Motor Corporation
04.2016 - 08.2017
Product Design & Management
ZF TRW
05.2015 - 04.2016
Project Engineering & Management
Autoliv
04.2012 - 04.2015
Engineering- Graduate Trainee
Ashok Leyland
03.2011 - 02.2012
Ph.D. - Creative Leadership & Management
UCAM Universidad Católica San Antonio De Murcia
05.2001 -
Master of Science - Leadership & Business Management
Steinbeis Hochschule
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Anna University
05.2001 -
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