Experienced Senior Manager with demonstrated history of success in the automotive industry. I am a results driven leader able to develop and execute comprehensive plans and programs that will take the business to the next level.I possess deep knowledge of Production strategies, Capacity setting, Make vs Buy strategies, Supply chain optimization and HR processes including Compensation, HR Consulting, Learning and Development, Talent Management, Organization Design, HR Policies, Labor Cost and Manpower Management.As a creative thinker and strategic leader, I enjoy thinking big-picture and thrive on taking challenges. I am dedicated to continuous improvement, inspired to maximize my skills, talents and competencies.I have served in key roles, with Toyota, in both Europe and North America.North America successes include: • Played key role on harmonization of total rewards strategies, compensation and benefits policies during merger of two group companies (Toyota Motor Sales and Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing) • Participated in OneToyota organization design effort following merger of two group companies• Championed creation of performance driven culture that ensures accountability and empowerment• Achieved $107 million cost savings and $514 million cost avoidance through Make vs Buy studies in 2 years• 23% improvement in year over year department productivityEurope successes include: • Led integration of Sales and Manufacturing companies’ compensation, benefits and mobility policies• Played instrumental role in preparation, negotiation and implementation of crisis measures during 2009/2010 regarding labor cost optimization, achieving 10% reduction• Developed remuneration policy for executives in collaboration with global headquarters (Toyota Motor Corporation)• Developed and implemented competency model, goal setting, performance appraisal process, and succession planning programs• Created workforce planning strategy, first time ever in Europe region. Implemented based on good understanding of business direction, current and future needs of organization, risks and opportunities• Created 4 day long executive leadership program for top 80 leaders, with team of designers • Designed and facilitated training programs ranging from first line Supervisors to Executives• Managed communications for various change activities, preparing appropriate resolutions to achieve business objectives