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AMIT KUMAR

Pune

Summary

I have a proven track record in driving IT service excellence and operational efficiency for global companies. My career has been built on delivering high-value solutions across IT Service Management (ITSM), Project Management, Enterprise Application Management, IT Operations & Support, along with a consistent focus on customer satisfaction and continuous improvement. Throughout my career, I worked with large global teams and complex projects, including full-cycle ERP implementations, global service desk operations, and the establishment of robust IT governance models. I am adept at managing multi-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders at all levels, from Business leaders to frontline technical teams, ensuring alignment on goals and achieving measurable outcomes. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving to enhance team performance and ensure customer satisfaction.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Sr. IT Customer Care Manager – APAC Region

Imerys Ceramic India Pvt Ltd
Pune
04.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw regional IT operations, handling incident management and service requests in nine APAC nations.
  • Optimized resolution times by implementing a dedicated L1 and L2 support structure, enhancing service delivery.
  • Optimized global service desk operations with KPI establishment and SLA assessments.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction (CSAT) through structured reviews and partnerships with service delivery vendors.
  • Directed IT project management for transversal projects within specified scope, time, and cost parameters.
  • Executed continuous improvement practices across IT support processes.
  • Implemented an IT self-service portal and knowledge management module for end users to reduce incident volumes by 25%.
  • Team Leadership: Successfully led teams of 25–30 members (L1 and L2), ensuring effective coordination, clear goal setting, and motivation to achieve high performance, and operational excellence.
  • Cultivated a work culture that boosted team morale and recognition.
  • Developed and implemented service strategies, policies and procedures to ensure IT services met customer needs.

Service Operations Manager

British Telecom
Gurgaon
11.2016 - 04.2022
  • Strategic Customer Relationship Management: Built high-level relationships with key customer stakeholders, regularly collaborating to refine service delivery, and resolve escalations.
  • Managed service reporting, client reviews, and operational metrics to ensure transparent communication, and strategic alignment.
  • Established key performance indicators (KPIs) for the service team to measure success and productivity.
  • Operational Efficiency & Workforce Optimization: Improved resource allocation and workforce efficiency by introducing cross-functional collaboration and capability matching, leading to a 15% reduction in incident resolution times.
  • Introduced problem management enhancements and reduced incident recurrence by 20%.
  • Continuous Service Improvement Leader: Established and led global problem management initiatives, performed root cause analysis, created a Known Error Database, and implemented corrective actions to prevent incident recurrence and elevate customer experience.
  • Coached and mentored staff to meet service delivery timelines through effective workload management.

Sr. Manager (IT Application Delivery and Operations Management)

Genesis Luxury Fashion Pvt. Ltd (Now Reliance Brands Limited)
Gurgaon
01.2015 - 11.2016
  • Strategic IT Service Delivery: Directed end-to-end IT application delivery (Microsoft AX ERP) and service operations, ensuring smooth project delivery, effective vendor management, and strategic alignment with business goals
  • Operational Process Redesign & Optimization: Implemented process improvements across service delivery, reducing project lead times by 20% and increasing internal customer satisfaction
  • Oversaw resource management, SLAs, and performance metrics for consistent quality
  • Customer-focused service Transformation: Led client engagement and service review meetings, driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and align IT services with evolving business needs

Assistant Manager (Service Operations)

Walmart India Technical and Consulting Services Pvt. Ltd
Gurgaon
10.2010 - 01.2015
  • Managed critical IT service operations, including incident, problem, and change management, in alignment with Walmart’s global IT standards
  • Efficiency & Quality Improvement: Developed and standardized best practices for IT support, reducing ticket response times and improving resolution quality through proactive root cause analysis
  • Cross-functional coordination: Acted as a key point of escalation, liaising with cross-functional teams and external vendors to ensure timely issue resolution and enhanced service reliability

Sr. Consultant – SAP Implementation

KLG Systel Ltd
Gurgaon
10.2006 - 10.2010
  • SAP Implementation Project Leadership: Led SAP implementation projects from requirements analysis to post-go-live support, achieving project milestones within budget and timeline constraints
  • Client Relationship & Business Process Consulting: Consulted with clients on best practices for business process reengineering and SAP application support, establishing trusted advisory relationships

Education

Post Graduate Diploma (PGDBM) - IT Operations

MDI
Gurgaon
04.2025

Bachelor of Technology - Electronics & Communication

J.M.I.T
Kurukshetra, India
01.2002

Skills

  • Operational Leadership
  • Service Delivery Excellence
  • Customer Success
  • Vendor & Contract Management
  • IT project management
  • Account management
  • Team Development
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Budget Management & Cost Optimization
  • Analytics & Reporting
  • KPI development
  • Analytical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Process improvement
  • Performance management
  • Customer experience improvement
  • Continuous improvement
  • Cross-functional collaboration

Accomplishments

  • ITIL Implementation: Spearheaded the implementation of ITIL-based service delivery frameworks, resulting in a 10% increase in customer satisfaction (CSAT scores), and a 5% reduction in incident resolution times
  • ITSM tools, ServiceNow and Global Service Desk, set up and led the global implementation of ServiceNow ITSM modules along with technical teams, including Incident, Problem, Change, Knowledge, CMDB, and Asset Management, resulting in a 15% improvement in incident SLA attainment and a 0.5 million euros reduction in annual support costs through process automation and improved resource allocation. This initiative established a 24/7 global service desk, delivering comprehensive support to end users
  • IT service improvement reduced incident volume by 15% by implementing a self-service portal and knowledge management system for end users and internal IT teams, leading to an estimated annual cost savings of €1.8 million This initiative empowered end users with self-help resources and improved first-call resolution rates
  • IT Service Operational Efficiency, optimized resource allocation, and workforce efficiency through cross-functional collaboration and skills-based routing at the Global Service Desk level, resulting in a 20% reduction in incident resolution times and a 20% increase in employee productivity, This initiative improved team performance and contributed to a 2 million euro reduction in operational costs
  • IT Project Management: Successfully managed IT projects of a size of 4 million euros at global and regional levels within defined scope, time, and cost constraints, meeting quality standards, and satisfying stakeholder expectations to derive value and objectives
  • People management, established clear KPIs, conducted regular performance evaluations, and implemented training initiatives to enhance team capabilities, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work culture

Certification

  • ITILV4
  • ITIL Service Operations
  • SAP Business One Consultant

Work Availability

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Timeline

Sr. IT Customer Care Manager – APAC Region

Imerys Ceramic India Pvt Ltd
04.2022 - Current

Service Operations Manager

British Telecom
11.2016 - 04.2022

Sr. Manager (IT Application Delivery and Operations Management)

Genesis Luxury Fashion Pvt. Ltd (Now Reliance Brands Limited)
01.2015 - 11.2016

Assistant Manager (Service Operations)

Walmart India Technical and Consulting Services Pvt. Ltd
10.2010 - 01.2015

Sr. Consultant – SAP Implementation

KLG Systel Ltd
10.2006 - 10.2010

Post Graduate Diploma (PGDBM) - IT Operations

MDI

Bachelor of Technology - Electronics & Communication

J.M.I.T

Awards

  • PRIDE Award (NBS)
  • Value Recognition Award (BT)
  • Walk the Talk Award (Walmart) for customer service and relationship
AMIT KUMAR