Samir Prakash
Decatur,GA
Summary
Forward-thinking manager with experience implementing new processes and planning innovations. Bringing outstanding problem-solving abilities paired with in-depth knowledge of policies and procedures. Leveraging cross-divisional relationships to execute multi-layer issues effectively. Comprehensive experience in overseeing cost control, loss prevention and contract implementation.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Business Development and Product Strategy
Delta Air Lines, Inc
Atlanta, GA
04.2021 - Current
- Manage a customer portfolio generating over $200 million in revenue year over year.
- Negotiated an incremental increase in volume with Asiana Airlines over three years, resulting in a $150M revenue increase during that timeframe.
- Supported the sale and repair of four CF6-80C2-powered 767-300 aircraft to CAM, with revenue at $23 million.
- Assisted in the development of the WIP Engine Cost Tracker to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve customer service.
- Leverage internal stakeholders to challenge WIP engine material scrap reasons, resulting in $3.3M in savings.
- Developed and executed the first standalone Engine Health Monitoring agreement, covering 140 engines across the CAM fleet.
- Oversaw and managed AAR procurement and Chromalloy repair agreements to ensure timely delivery and contractual pricing compliance.
Product Manager, MRO Services
Delta Air Lines, Inc
Atlanta, GA
07.2019 - 03.2021
- Multi-tiered role responsible for support within various areas of the organization including strategical procurement, bid development, and warehouse management
- Program manager providing customer support on ATSG and Amazon contracts
- Developed and coordinated part out of two CFM56-7B26 engines for use on customer engines valued at ~$1.8M in savings each
- Completed 20+ RFPs covering customer programs such as Honeywell 9C program and Rolls-Royce piece parts
- Implemented process improvement strategies at COP warehouse to alleviate physical touch time by 50%, improve customer awareness, and reduce space constraints
- Developed increased partnership with DMS on surplus procurement demand through increased communication of MRO strategy and planning.
Program Manager, Supplier Operations
Delta Air Lines, Inc
Atlanta, GA
05.2017 - 06.2019
- Engine maintenance supplier operations organization is responsible for oversite of Delta engines at outside repair facilities while maintaining costs and driving productivity through negotiated contractual terms
- Management of GE90,CF6-80E, and PW1500 engine program with a budget of ~$20M per year
- Responsible for management of engine programs including turn time, costs, quality, reliability, and safety while in coordination with engine supplier, as well as, Delta QA and engineering
- Leveraged DMS and GE Materials saving $1.4M in QEC/BFE material for entry into service of a new CF6-80E engine
- Responsible for insourcing programs from various lessors across multiple platforms such as CFM56-7, PW2000, and PW4000 fleets
- Collaborated with SCM and DMS during contract negotiations to provide operational insight
- Constructed and presented QBRs with supplier to review performance metrics of engine repair suppliers in a continued effort to drive improvements.
Senior Engineer, 737/757 Fleet Management
Delta Air Lines, Inc
Atlanta, GA
01.2013 - 06.2017
- Lead a team at SeaTec through the entry into service of 4 ex-GOL 737-800 aircraft
- Key player in development of troubleshooting tool for Honeywell fuel inerting system installed on Boeing aircraft
- Oversite of prototype STC project (BASS) with SeaTec and third-party vendors in development of aircraft system to prevent runway excursions similar to DL909
- Focal for troubleshooting support with MCC on operational events associated with aircraft that have NGS installed
- Developed & implemented removal of 757 cargo loaders providing cost savings of ~$3M per year
- Key player in coordinated with APB/Boeing to remove winglets from NBA charter aircraft to drive operational savings and material cost savings for Delta.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL06-2011
Skills
- Cost Management
- Contract Management
- Partnership Management
- Relationship Building And Rapport
- Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
- Tableau
- SAP
- SCEPTRE
- Repair Gate Manager
- MTAC
Affiliations
- Active Member, Delta Leadership Accelerator Program
Timeline
Manager, Business Development and Product Strategy
Delta Air Lines, Inc
04.2021 - Current
Product Manager, MRO Services
Delta Air Lines, Inc
07.2019 - 03.2021
Program Manager, Supplier Operations
Delta Air Lines, Inc
05.2017 - 06.2019
Senior Engineer, 737/757 Fleet Management
Delta Air Lines, Inc
01.2013 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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