Jigar Shah

Jigar Shah

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    A motivated and driven young graduate with experience in analyzing businesses and developing them further.

  • Education

    • RWTH Business School

      2022 - 2022
      Master Thesis Blockchain Technology and Smart Contracting 1.7

      Thesis Topic: Investigation of the research landscape for smart contracting for Blockchain Technology using data-driven Bibliometric Analysis• Performed data-driven bibliometric analysis using VOSviewer software.• Defined the fundamental ideas and roles of smart contracts.• Explored real-world applications of smart contracts across various sectors.• Discovered the need for integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and feedback reputation system within smart contracts.

    • RWTH Aachen University

      2019 - 2022
      Master of Science - MS Engineering and management in Production systems 1.8

      Activities and Societies: -Board Member of Association of Indian Students in Aachen (AISA) -Volunteer at AIESEC Focus: Innovation Management, Finance & Accounting, Entrepreneurial Strategy, Industrial Logistics, Marketing Management

    • Ganpat University

      2014 - 2018
      Bachelor of Technology - BTech Mechanical Engineering
    • Maastricht School of Management

      2020 - 2021
      Master of Business Administration - MBA Business Administration and Management, General, Exchange Semester 1.6

      Activities and Societies: E-Visit to the European Union Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium Focus: International Business, International Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Change Management, Leadership & High-Performance Teams

  • Experience

    • KHS Group

      Jun 2017 - Jun 2018

      Conducted Life Cycle Management of Filler Machines through the data received by the vibration sensors installed at different locations of the machine.2. Carried out Root Cause Analysis of the motor, gearbox, and associated assembly.3. Worked with AWS like Dynamo DB and Quicksight for storing, analyzing, and visualization of the sensor data. • Industrial Vocational Training - experience on the shop floor• Assisted the team in drafting, preparing, and editing presentations• Analyzed data from sensors installed on filler machines for predictive maintenance• Provided administrative support by conducting internal team meetings

      • Bachelor Thesis on Condition Based Monitoring

        Jul 2017 - Jun 2018
      • Mechanical Engineer

        Jun 2017 - Jul 2017
    • KHS Group

      Sept 2018 - Nov 2018
      Engineering Trainee

      • Participated in technical training to gain insight into the product lines• Worked in cross-functional teams to get familiar with the entire product development cycle• Assisted the production planning team in allocation of raw material using SAP• Conducted tests for finalizing the recipe for bottle production, resulting in a 10% reduction in production errors• Analyzed customer's site for machine installation

    • Chavda Automation & Controls

      Jan 2019 - Aug 2019
      Junior Project Manager - Sales

      • Managed sales pipeline and activities using CRM software like Pipedrive• Identified opportunities to improve KPIs by ~ 12% • Conducted data-driven market research to identify prospects• Analyzed After-Sales process to maximize customer satisfaction/ retention• Documented and presented regular project updates to the Project Head

    • RWTH Aachen University

      Apr 2020 - Jul 2020
      Strategy Project - Marketing

      • Created a potential product line for Sony to generate additional revenues of € 1 billion by 2025• Conducted detailed background analysis, and accordingly designed its new product line, positioning, branding, and pricing strategy• Utilized market trends and target audience statistics to effectively and appropriately create a marketing strategy for the products

    • AISA e.V.

      Jan 2021 - Jan 2022
      Head Of Strategy

      • Maintained strategic relations with stakeholders (Embassy of India, Consulate General of India, and Deutsch-Indische Gesellschaft e.V.)• Spearheaded 3 verticals - Sponsorship, Public Relations, Sales. Led and mentored a team of 50+ members• Utilized PowerBI for data analysis and presentation, securing sponsors and increasing funding by 20%• Implemented Project Management tools (Trello, Kanban) for project timelines, achieving a 15% improvement in project execution efficiency

    • FEV test systems

      May 2023 - now
      Junior Application Specialist

      • Documented and analyzed customer requirements, resulting in a 5% improvement in software customization accuracy• Configured the in-house data-management software in close cooperation with the customer using MySQL emphasizing Lean principles of continuous improvement• Monitored and supported software commissioning, ensuring a ~10% reduction in system downtime during the initial phase• Streamlined the onboarding process through value stream mapping and standardizing work procedures, facilitating a 30% reduction in onboarding time for new team members Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Project Management Essentials Certified (PMEC)

      Management & Strategy Institute
    • Google - Agile Project Management

      Coursera
      Mar 2023
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    • MySQL for Non-Programmers

      LinkedIn
      Mar 2023
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    • Advanced Business Development: Communication and Negotiation

      LinkedIn
      Feb 2023
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    • What Is Scrum?

      LinkedIn
      Feb 2023
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    • The Non-Technical Skills of Effective Data Scientists

      LinkedIn
      Jan 2023
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    • Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certified - v4.0

      Management & Strategy Institute
      Jun 2022
    • Cert Prep: Scrum Master

      LinkedIn
      Feb 2023
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    • Learning Excel: Data Analysis

      LinkedIn
      Feb 2023
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    • Learning Power BI Desktop

      LinkedIn
      Feb 2023
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  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Jigar Shah
      Scholarship for Particularly Involved International Student German Academic Exchange Service-DAAD Jul 2021
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer

      Issued by AISA Aachen on Oct 2019
      AISA AachenAssociated with Jigar Shah
    • Student Mentor

      Issued by RWTH Aachen University on Sept 2020
      RWTH Aachen UniversityAssociated with Jigar Shah
    • Student Volunteer

      Issued by AIESEC on Sept 2019
      AIESECAssociated with Jigar Shah