Pratik Kanthed

Pratik Kanthed is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in business strategy and commercial finance. Currently serving as the Head of Business Strategy and Commercial Finance at AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing since June 2022, Pratik is focused on driving organizational growth through strategic support and integrated planning processes. Previous roles include Manager of Product Costing and Business Strategy at Hyva India and Product Costing Manager at Bajaj Auto Ltd, where Pratik managed teams and developed financial analyses for various projects. Pratik's career began as a Costing Analyst at ESSAR STEEL INDIA LTD and includes experience as a Senior Costing Analyst at MAHLE. Educational qualifications include a PGP from the Indian School of Business and an ICWA degree from the Institute of Cost Accountants of India, complemented by a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering from Savitribai Phule Pune University.