Santosh Kumar Bharti has joined FORVIA as Director – Sales and Business Development, bringing with him over 15 years of rich experience across product development, technical sales, and business strategy in the automotive sector. In his new role, Santosh will be responsible for driving business growth, strengthening customer relationships, and leading strategic initiatives that align with FORVIA’s vision for innovation and sustainable mobility.
Before joining FORVIA, Santosh served as Director – Product Delivery at Visteon India, where he led business development and technology sales in the Infotainment and Cluster domains. He played a pivotal role in establishing strong partnerships with leading OEMs such as Mahindra & Mahindra and Maruti Suzuki, driving top and bottom-line growth through strategic collaboration and deep market insight.
Previously, Santosh held leadership positions at Spark Minda, MAHLE, Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India, Ford Motor Company, and Mahindra & Mahindra. Across these roles, he successfully led product management initiatives, launched advanced diagnostic systems, and implemented end-of-line testing strategies for leading vehicle programs. His deep expertise in ECUs, telematics, diagnostics, and automotive communication standards such as CAN, LIN, and UDS has contributed to the development of cutting-edge automotive solutions.
A graduate of SRM University, Santosh is recognized for his value-driven leadership and his ability to bridge the gap between engineering innovation and business impact. His strategic mindset, coupled with hands-on technical acumen, has consistently enabled organizations to deliver exceptional products and customer experiences.
At FORVIA, Santosh is poised to play a key role in expanding the company’s market footprint and driving forward its commitment to intelligent, sustainable, and connected mobility solutions.