Harinath Babu Addanki

Key Responsibilities: • Partnered with OEM customers to develop customized battery solutions based on application needs • Managed full project lifecycle: planning, design, testing, deployment, and maintenance • Acted as primary technical liaison for OEMs, addressing requirements and delivering solutions • Collaborated with design, quality, manufacturing, and sales teams to develop and enhance products • Provided technical support to customers, sales teams, and field engineers for battery optimization • Conducted testing, validation, and reliability assessments to meet performance and safety standards • Managed documentation of specifications, test plans, and project reports for stakeholder alignment • Identified project risks and implemented mitigation strategies to ensure smooth execution • Participated in product development and innovation initiatives to drive continuous improvement • Managed change requests and ensured alignment with scope, timelines, and costs • Coordinated with suppliers and vendors for component procurement and production readiness KEY ACHIEVEMENTS • Delivered over 15 OEM battery projects with 100% on-time delivery and quality compliance for top automotive OEMs (such as Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Renault Nissan, Mahindra, Tata, Ford, MG, etc.,). • Improved product performance and reliability through targeted validation and optimization strategies • Reduced project risks and delays by implementing proactive mitigation plans and stakeholder alignment • Played a key role in launching new battery products that contribute to Amara Raja’s footprint in domestic market. • Served as the main technical contact for OEM customers for over 10 years, delivering pre- and post-sales support / resolving concerns for both end users and internal teams.

Progressed through roles: Deputy Manager (2019–2021), Assistant Manager (2016–2019), Engineer (2012–2016), Graduate Engineer Trainee (2011–2012)

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