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saran saravanan

@saransaravanan

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Experienced automotive electrification professional driving market strategy and innovation.

Germany

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a strategic role in automotive electrification and digital transformation, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and collaborative ecosystems to drive business growth and technological advancement.

I am an automotive electrification professional with a strong background in market research, business development, and project management within the automotive and e-mobility sectors. Currently, I am driving market strategy and innovation at NXP Semiconductors, where I analyze electrification trends and identify competitive landscapes to shape product-to-system solutions.

My experience spans roles at NXP Semiconductors, cellcentric GmbH & Co. KG, and Mercedes Benz R&D India, where I have led component test ownership, developed project dashboards, and supported Agile project planning. I hold a Master's in Management & Engineering from RWTH Aachen University and a Bachelor's in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Anna University.

I am skilled in problem-solving, product marketing, and data visualization tools like Salesforce and Power BI. I also have a strong technical understanding of EV powertrains and automotive architecture, with proficiency in embedded C and Python. My global experience includes consulting and volunteering, enhancing my ability to drive business impact and collaborate across diverse teams.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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System Marketing

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NXP Semiconductors

Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Conducting market research and analysis on electrification trends in the automotive sector, identifying competitive landscapes, and engaging with senior stakeholders to drive market strategy.

Market Research Competitive Analysis Stakeholder Engagement Automotive Electrification Strategic Marketing

Business Development Werkstudent

NXP Semiconductors

Oct 2023 - Oct 2023 (0 months)

Supported go-to-market strategies for automotive systems, conducted market research, identified opportunities, and developed Salesforce dashboards for tracking sales.

Go To Market Strategy Market Research Data Analysis Salesforce Competitive Benchmarking

Project Management Intern

cellcentric GmbH & Co. KG

Jul 2023 - Sep 2023 (2 months)

Automated data pipelines and developed project dashboards in PowerBI, assisting in Agile project planning and monitoring.

Data Automation Power BI Agile Project Management Risk Management Dashboard Development

Component Responsibility Engineer

Mercedes Benz Research and Development India

Jul 2020 - Oct 2021 (1 year 3 months)

Managed component testing for Gateway Software, coordinated across teams during COVID-19 to ensure project continuity and collaboration.

Supplier Management Team Coordination Software Delivery Project Management

Senior Software Engineer

KPIT Technologies

Feb 2018 - Jun 2020 (2 years 4 months)

Delivered cybersecurity-enabled bootloader software for automotive ECUs, overseeing release management and ensuring timely software delivery.

Software Development Cybersecurity Release Management Automotive Software

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

RWTH Aachen University

Master of Science, Management & Engineering

2022 - 2025

Grade: 1.4

Pursuing a Master's degree in Management & Engineering with a focus on Strategic Technology Management, Innovation & Marketing. Achieved a GPA of 1.4.

Anna University

Bachelor of Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering

2013 - 2017

Completed a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering, gaining foundational knowledge in electronic systems and communication technologies.