Schaeffler India Limited, a leading industrial and automotive supplier, announced Aashish Bhatia’s appointment today as President of Automotive Technologies (Automotive OE business).
In his role, Aashish Bhatia will develop and execute the strategy of the Automotive OE business, focusing on driving growth and ensuring the company’s continued success. Bhatia will be based at the corporate office in Baner and will report to Harsha Kadam, Managing Director & CEO of Schaeffler India and will be part of the Executive Leadership Team of Schaeffler India.
Bhatia has extensive experience in product engineering, automotive electronics development, program management, and general management, spanning over 25 years. Most recently, he served as President of Visteon India. He has held several senior management positions at renowned organizations such as Inteva Products, Hella, Delphi, and GE. The company praised Bhatia’s addition to the team saying that his extensive expertise and leadership acumen makes him a valuable addition to Schaeffler India.
Bhatia holds a bachelor’s degree in electronics engineering from Marathwada University, a Master’s in Design Engineering from IIT Delhi, and holds a degree in executive general management from IIM Bangalore. His relentless pursuit of knowledge is evident through his numerous certifications in the field of Automotive Technology, acquired from prestigious Indian and global universities.
Commenting on the appointment, Harsha Kadam, Managing Director & CEO, of Schaeffler India, expressed his excitement, stating, “We are delighted to have Aashish Bhatia join our esteemed leadership team. His vast experience and expertise in automotive technology will undoubtedly fuel our growth and innovation in the automotive sector. With Bhatia’s valuable contributions, we are confident in our ability to develop cutting-edge solutions that cater to the evolving needs of our customers.”
Bhatia also shared his enthusiasm about his new role, stating, “Schaeffler is renowned globally for its unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and a customer-centric approach. Joining such a distinguished organization fills me with immense pride and excitement for the journey ahead. At Schaeffler, we are not just a company; we are a community of passionate individuals united by a shared vision and a drive for success. Our commitment to engineering solutions that shape the future is strong, and we continue to set new benchmarks in our industry.”
