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Work History
Education
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References
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Sandeep Kottayil

Sandeep Kottayil

نعيج,DOHA

Summary

Dynamic product planning expert with extensive experience at Al Abdulghani Motors (Toyota-Qatar), consistently enhancing market share through strategic pricing and competitive analysis.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Product & Planning Supervisor

Al Abdulghani Motors (Toyota-Qatar)
Doha
04.2022 - Current
  • Streamlined vehicle ordering process, cutting lead times by 20 percent.
  • Increased market share by 10 percent through targeted product strategies and pricing.
  • Managed new product launches, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Conducted monthly planning meetings to analyze SOP data and inform product strategies.
  • Spearheaded product life cycle management and competitor analysis for specification adaptation.
  • Collaborated with Toyota Motor Corporation on product specifications and marketing initiatives.
  • Facilitated successful training sessions for sales teams, enhancing product knowledge and performance.

Product Planning Supervisor

Al Abdulghani Motors (Toyota-Qatar)
Doha
04.2018 - 03.2022
  • Managed end-to-end supply chain for product planning, encompassing forecasting, ordering, and distribution.
  • Coordinated product specifications, catalog development, and competitive market analysis.
  • Optimized inventory control processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Developed procedures for cross-functional collaboration among teams.
  • Improved vehicle ordering efficiency, increasing stock availability while lowering inventory costs.
  • Led planning and launch of multiple new Toyota models, achieving strong market reception.
  • Conducted comprehensive competitive market analysis to inform product strategy.
  • Implemented streamlined processes for product specification and catalog development.

Senior Product Planning Executive

Al Abdulghani Motors (Toyota-Qatar)
Doha
05.2013 - 03.2018
  • Analyzed market trends and competitor data to inform strategic product and pricing decisions.
  • Coordinated development of technical specifications, product catalogs, and sales tools for enhanced marketing effectiveness.

Product Executive

Al Abdulghani Motors (Toyota-Qatar)
Doha
07.2007 - 04.2013
  • Coordinated vehicle production schedules, pricing strategies, and product marketing campaigns.
  • Facilitated execution of new product introductions and cross-functional training initiatives.

Education

MBA - Marketing Management

ICFAI National College
KERALA
01.2006

BBA -

Govt College Kuttanellur
Thrissur
01.2004

Skills

  • Automotive product planning and supply chain management
  • Pricing strategy and market analysis
  • Product lifecycle management
  • Team leadership and collaboration
  • Inventory and demand planning
  • Competitive market research
  • Forecasting and reporting
  • Data analysis and insights

Certification

  • The Toyota Way – Certification (2024)
  • Toyota Product Trainings (2007-2014) including Camry, LC200, and more
  • Various certifications in Toyota vehicles (Camry, LC200, GS, RX Hybrid, etc.)

Languages

Malayalam, English, Tamil, Hindi

References

  • Kannan, Manager, Toyota & Lexus, Al Abdulghani Motors
  • Samer, Director, Sales Toyota & Lexus, Al Abdulghani Motors

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: March 12, 1983
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Passport No: P4773184, valid till Nov 2026
  • Visa Status: Work Visa
  • Location Preference: GCC

Timeline

Senior Product & Planning Supervisor

Al Abdulghani Motors (Toyota-Qatar)
04.2022 - Current

Product Planning Supervisor

Al Abdulghani Motors (Toyota-Qatar)
04.2018 - 03.2022

Senior Product Planning Executive

Al Abdulghani Motors (Toyota-Qatar)
05.2013 - 03.2018

Product Executive

Al Abdulghani Motors (Toyota-Qatar)
07.2007 - 04.2013

MBA - Marketing Management

ICFAI National College

BBA -

Govt College Kuttanellur