Yugam Jethi

Dynamic, results-driven professional with a record of leading high-impact EV and sustainability projects. Expert in leveraging data-driven decisions to maximize team performance. Successfully led multi-million-dollar initiatives, consistently driving innovation and agility.

Work Experience

Senior Manager, Technical Services-ILCV and Electric Buses (Band 2) | Tata Motors Limited | Lucknow

  • Achieved a 75% reduction in standard timelines by instituting the complete manufacturing process for alternative energy vehicles from scratch in just 3 months, fulfilling critical senior leadership commitments.
  • Handpicked as the youngest leader to helm a ₹5000 Cr electric bus manufacturing project, one of India’s largest, managing a CapEx Budget of ₹100 Cr and leading a team of 20 members.
  • Achieved a 34% reduction in timelines by negotiating with over 100 suppliers across 10+ countries, further resulting in significant cost savings of 5 Crore from government incentives.
  • Accelerated executive buy-in process by 80%, securing approvals in 3 days instead of 15 by mapping project milestones and unifying cross-departmental efforts, ensuring timely endorsements from senior leadership (ED, CEO, VPs)
  • Drove a 30% productivity improvement in the assembly process of High-voltage parts by leading a cross-functional team of senior leaders across three group companies.
  • Boosted overall output capacity by 50% by successfully persuading Tata Marcopolo to redesign their entire plant layout, aligning their processes with ours, and enhancing overall operational efficiency.
  • Accelerated Industry 4.0 projects by 2 months by aligning stakeholders through tailored value propositions, reducing vehicle quality defects by 16%.
  • Generated a projected ₹50 Cr in future revenue by leading the finalization of product architecture, design, and roadmap for Tata Hydrogen Buses through strategic partnerships with internal teams and external partners.
  • Optimized investment and operational efficiency by conducting a comprehensive ROI analysis for hydrogen sourcing and developing a strategic roadmap for Hydrogen Fuel cell vehicles, clearly defining break-even targets for each phase.
  • Reduced implementation timelines for the chassis welding process by 40% by collaborating with Tata Technologies to implement a digital twin of the entire plant layout, integrating fixtures into the model for enhanced efficiency.
  • Improved OTIF (On Time & In Full) performance by 5% for ILCV Buses by implementing a Track and Trace solution for ILCV buses, enhancing aggregate visibility and streamlining operations.
  • Reduced defect resolution time for new products by 83% (from 6 hours to 1 hour) by conceptualizing and implementing an augmented reality system using Microsoft HoloLens for issue identification on early development vehicles.
  • Increased critical torque adherence by 17% by spearheading IoT-enabled process tracking for 100% of critical processes.
  • Ensured zero electrical incidents by leading cross-functional collaboration among Tata Motors, Tata Power, and Tata AutoComp to develop safety protocols for high-voltage component installation in electric and fuel cell vehicles, facilitating compliance with safety regulations ahead of schedule.

Senior Manager, Technical Services – MHCV Trucks and Logistics (Band 3) | Tata Motors Limited | Lucknow

  • Ensured 100% compliance for inbound logistics for BS-VI change management by conceptualizing and implementing modular storage trollies, lowering transportation costs by 10%, and ensuring timely adherence to new emission standards.
  • Reduced inventory costs by 25% and decreased wrong part fitment defects by 12% by conceptualizing and implementing pick-to-light and kitting trolley systems, further reducing the requirement for skilled manpower.
  • Achieved a 33% productivity improvement and production cost saving of ₹50 Cr annually by leading a cross-functional team to identify critical bottlenecks during BS-VI ramp-up and implementing offloading of sub-assemblies.


Territory Sales Manager, Graduate Engineering Trainee | Tata Motors | UP West

  • Boosted the visibility of existing deals in the market by 15%, critically enhancing the knowledge of competitor negotiations and resulting in a further increase in the market share of ILCV trucks in Tata Motors CV by 2%.
  • Mentored 25 new sales associates on product specifications, sales strategies, and performance incentives, driving enhanced sales performance and team alignment with business goals.
  • Increased core competition conversion by 40% by conceptualizing and implementing a cross-departmental initiative involving 4 departments targeting conversion of key competitor customers.
Accomplishments
  • Secured 9 awards from 3 departments for the implementation of the Electric Vehicle project.
  • Secured Bronze Team level award for quick execution of DTC RELE project.
  • Specially chosen for the company-sponsored upskilling program for Fundamentals of Auto Electricals & Electronics.
  • Won Bronze medal in “Jalandhar District Judo Championship”.  
  • Headed college formula student team and built India's lightest formula student vehicle for SUPRA-SAEINDIA'17.
  • TAS (Tata Administrative Services) In-house finalist 2022: Pre-selection in the final round, developed and presented the Digital turnaround marketing strategy for Accor Hotels (Top 1% among the Tata Group applicants.
     
Education

Post Graduate Certificate in Management, Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad, India

B. Tech., Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar, India

 

Certificates
  • Lean Six Sigma – Green Belt, KPMG
  • Project management program (PMP) training, Simplilearn
  • Auto Electricals & Electronics, MIT ADT 
  • French B1 Level, Learn FLE
     
Co/Extra-curricular
  • Won 1st position in fashion and drama events during T-nite at IIMA.
  • Elected Core Committee of OpX - Operation club of IIMA, negotiated for multiple courses for the entire batch with different edtech service providers.
  • Won IIM-A Quiz competition on the impact of Modern culture on the urban population
  • Administered vaccination drives for stray dogs by liaising with local government
  • .Started Skill the Hand initiative for migrant workers during COVID-19 to train migrant workers.
  • Organized blood donation at Tata Motors during peak dengue season, which saw part of more than 500 employees.
  • Improved the profitability of “Mahila Sewa Trust”- a women's self-help group, by organizing targeted festival stalls.
  • Organized multiple drives against female feticide, including social media campaigning and making short films
  • Raised awareness regarding cross-cultural solidarity through Unity day celebration at NIT Jalandhar
  • Handpicked as the Marketing Coordinator for Utkansh, NIT Jalandhar - College level.
  • Handpicked as the Event Coordinator for Techniti, NIT Jalandhar - College level.

 

Quick Look

  • Work Experience: 4.8 Years
  • Previous Roles

    Senior Manager, Technical Services, Tata Motors Limited
     

  • Function : Engineering & Maintainence
    Operations/Logistics/Supply Chain
    Project/Program Management
    Sales & Marketing
  • Industry/Sector: Aerospace/Aviation/Automotive
    Manufacturing & Engineering
Work Experience

Senior Manager, Technical Services-ILCV and Electric Buses (Band 2) | Tata Motors Limited | Lucknow

  • Achieved a 75% reduction in standard timelines by instituting the complete manufacturing process for alternative energy vehicles from scratch in just 3 months, fulfilling critical senior leadership commitments.
  • Handpicked as the youngest leader to helm a ₹5000 Cr electric bus manufacturing project, one of India’s largest, managing a CapEx Budget of ₹100 Cr and leading a team of 20 members.
  • Achieved a 34% reduction in timelines by negotiating with over 100 suppliers across 10+ countries, further resulting in significant cost savings of 5 Crore from government incentives.
  • Accelerated executive buy-in process by 80%, securing approvals in 3 days instead of 15 by mapping project milestones and unifying cross-departmental efforts, ensuring timely endorsements from senior leadership (ED, CEO, VPs)
  • Drove a 30% productivity improvement in the assembly process of High-voltage parts by leading a cross-functional team of senior leaders across three group companies.
  • Boosted overall output capacity by 50% by successfully persuading Tata Marcopolo to redesign their entire plant layout, aligning their processes with ours, and enhancing overall operational efficiency.
  • Accelerated Industry 4.0 projects by 2 months by aligning stakeholders through tailored value propositions, reducing vehicle quality defects by 16%.
  • Generated a projected ₹50 Cr in future revenue by leading the finalization of product architecture, design, and roadmap for Tata Hydrogen Buses through strategic partnerships with internal teams and external partners.
  • Optimized investment and operational efficiency by conducting a comprehensive ROI analysis for hydrogen sourcing and developing a strategic roadmap for Hydrogen Fuel cell vehicles, clearly defining break-even targets for each phase.
  • Reduced implementation timelines for the chassis welding process by 40% by collaborating with Tata Technologies to implement a digital twin of the entire plant layout, integrating fixtures into the model for enhanced efficiency.
  • Improved OTIF (On Time & In Full) performance by 5% for ILCV Buses by implementing a Track and Trace solution for ILCV buses, enhancing aggregate visibility and streamlining operations.
  • Reduced defect resolution time for new products by 83% (from 6 hours to 1 hour) by conceptualizing and implementing an augmented reality system using Microsoft HoloLens for issue identification on early development vehicles.
  • Increased critical torque adherence by 17% by spearheading IoT-enabled process tracking for 100% of critical processes.
  • Ensured zero electrical incidents by leading cross-functional collaboration among Tata Motors, Tata Power, and Tata AutoComp to develop safety protocols for high-voltage component installation in electric and fuel cell vehicles, facilitating compliance with safety regulations ahead of schedule.

Senior Manager, Technical Services – MHCV Trucks and Logistics (Band 3) | Tata Motors Limited | Lucknow

  • Ensured 100% compliance for inbound logistics for BS-VI change management by conceptualizing and implementing modular storage trollies, lowering transportation costs by 10%, and ensuring timely adherence to new emission standards.
  • Reduced inventory costs by 25% and decreased wrong part fitment defects by 12% by conceptualizing and implementing pick-to-light and kitting trolley systems, further reducing the requirement for skilled manpower.
  • Achieved a 33% productivity improvement and production cost saving of ₹50 Cr annually by leading a cross-functional team to identify critical bottlenecks during BS-VI ramp-up and implementing offloading of sub-assemblies.


Territory Sales Manager, Graduate Engineering Trainee | Tata Motors | UP West

  • Boosted the visibility of existing deals in the market by 15%, critically enhancing the knowledge of competitor negotiations and resulting in a further increase in the market share of ILCV trucks in Tata Motors CV by 2%.
  • Mentored 25 new sales associates on product specifications, sales strategies, and performance incentives, driving enhanced sales performance and team alignment with business goals.
  • Increased core competition conversion by 40% by conceptualizing and implementing a cross-departmental initiative involving 4 departments targeting conversion of key competitor customers.
Accomplishments
  • Secured 9 awards from 3 departments for the implementation of the Electric Vehicle project.
  • Secured Bronze Team level award for quick execution of DTC RELE project.
  • Specially chosen for the company-sponsored upskilling program for Fundamentals of Auto Electricals & Electronics.
  • Won Bronze medal in “Jalandhar District Judo Championship”.  
  • Headed college formula student team and built India's lightest formula student vehicle for SUPRA-SAEINDIA'17.
  • TAS (Tata Administrative Services) In-house finalist 2022: Pre-selection in the final round, developed and presented the Digital turnaround marketing strategy for Accor Hotels (Top 1% among the Tata Group applicants.
     
Education

Post Graduate Certificate in Management, Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad, India

B. Tech., Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar, India

 

Certificates
  • Lean Six Sigma – Green Belt, KPMG
  • Project management program (PMP) training, Simplilearn
  • Auto Electricals & Electronics, MIT ADT 
  • French B1 Level, Learn FLE
     
Co/Extra-curricular
  • Won 1st position in fashion and drama events during T-nite at IIMA.
  • Elected Core Committee of OpX - Operation club of IIMA, negotiated for multiple courses for the entire batch with different edtech service providers.
  • Won IIM-A Quiz competition on the impact of Modern culture on the urban population
  • Administered vaccination drives for stray dogs by liaising with local government
  • .Started Skill the Hand initiative for migrant workers during COVID-19 to train migrant workers.
  • Organized blood donation at Tata Motors during peak dengue season, which saw part of more than 500 employees.
  • Improved the profitability of “Mahila Sewa Trust”- a women's self-help group, by organizing targeted festival stalls.
  • Organized multiple drives against female feticide, including social media campaigning and making short films
  • Raised awareness regarding cross-cultural solidarity through Unity day celebration at NIT Jalandhar
  • Handpicked as the Marketing Coordinator for Utkansh, NIT Jalandhar - College level.
  • Handpicked as the Event Coordinator for Techniti, NIT Jalandhar - College level.