Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Selectedhighlights
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Arjit Mazumdar

Arjit Mazumdar

Bengaluru

Summary

Experienced business leader with a strong background in technology and exceptional program management skills. Successfully led analyst relations for both large and mid-tier IT organizations, overseeing communications to promote analyst research and reports. Demonstrated notable success in leading the design, development, and operations of complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, including analysts. Led analyst surveys and ensured a strong positioning of the business unit/company in key analyst reports. Proactively led initiatives such as enquiries, briefings, and document/deck reviews to drive mindshare and market share with analysts. Evaluated and responded to over 200 analyst RFPs/RFIs/briefings/enquiries. Led RFP engagements to strategically position the organization as a leader in the industry.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Manager

Cognizant Technologies Solutions
10.2023 - Current
  • Spearheaded Analyst Relations and Marketing for Cognizant Infrastructure Services
  • Led end-to-end program management of critical analyst surveys featuring Cognizant in Leaders quadrant
  • Established strong relationships with sales, finance, third parties and analusts ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Mentored junior staff members for skill development and career progression within the organization.

Manager - Solutions Marketing

Apexon
07.2021 - 09.2023

• End-to-end execution of GTM activities – from conceptualization to execution of key solutions
• Championed Above the line & Below the line marketing constructs resulting in new business
• Led Analyst Relations and Solution Marketing functions – 50% increase in proactive Analyst Interactions

• Responsible for driving relations with key analyst houses such as Gartner, Forrester, ISG, Everest, NelsonHall and others
• Program managed and executed Analyst surveys and ensured company’s position in critical reports including Gartner MQ; Ensured leadership position in key analyst reports from leading Tier-1 Analysts
• Managed promotions and creation of assets and thought leadership articles for executive leaderships during industry-specific events.

Senior Strategy Analyst/Manager

Cognizant Technologies
04.2014 - 07.2021
  • Responsible for BU specific M&A evaluations, Market Research, Market Sizing & Estimation, Competitive Research, Strategy Planning, Alliances and Marketing initiatives.
  • Was responsible for leading bid management activities, orchestrating client visits, product road map creation, strategy planning and market research
  • Developed strategic plans for various projects, leading to successful implementation and increased revenue generation.
  • Enhanced overall business strategy by conducting thorough market research and competitor analysis.
  • Supported executive decision-making process by preparing detailed reports on industry trends and performance metrics.
  • Championed change management initiatives across the organization, fostering adaptability and resilience in response to industry shifts.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions, fostering a culture of creative problem solving.

Associate Business Development Manager

Embitel Technologies
04.2013 - 03.2014
  • Responsible for end to end sales of ecommerce and digital marketing solutions and services for national/International markets.
  • Helped establish hybris platform practice – got the first client’s for hybris domain resulting in 1000 $ revenues per month for 4 months.
  • Initiated and developed relationships with CXOs and key decision makers in target organizations. Conducted competitor analysis by keeping track of market trends.
  • Led sales forecasting exercise to meet quarterly sales targets.
  • Worked closely with Digital marketing team to optimize corporate website for SEO rankings.
  • Responsible for writing corporate blogs, whitepapers and articles.
  • Collaborated with technology partners on various e-commerce projects.
  • Worked closely with other partners on joint marketing activities like webinars
  • Enhanced company reputation with effective networking at industry events, trade shows, and conferences.
  • Maintained detailed records of sales activities, contacts, and pipeline status using CRM systems for easy accessibility and accurate reporting.
  • Optimized proposal creation process by developing customizable templates that improved efficiency while maintaining professionalism.
  • Conducted market analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities for business expansion into new sectors or regions.

Module Leader

Wipro Technologies
11.2010 - 06.2011


  • Oversaw quality assurance testing on new installations.
  • Authored customized user manuals for specific system configurations, tailoring content to unique employee skill profiles.
  • Provided personalized end-user training, offering education via in-person and online courses
  • Developed ecommerce application while following agile guidelines

Senior Software Engineer

Mindtree Ltd.
07.2007 - 10.2010
  • Developed scalable applications using agile methodologies for timely project delivery.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality standards.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation of development work, facilitating knowledge sharing among team members.
  • Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex technical issues.
  • Regularly reviewed peers'' code contributions, offering constructive feedback to enhance overall product quality.
  • Delivered exceptional client support by promptly addressing concerns and implementing requested changes or enhancements to software solutions.
  • Mentored junior developers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team productivity.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design innovative software solutions.
  • Collaborated with management, internal and development partners regarding software application design status and project progress.
  • Delivered unit-tested systems within customer-prescribed timeframes.
  • Analyzed proposed technical solutions based on customer requirements.

Education

GMBA - IT

SP Jain School of Global Business, Singapore - Dubai
12.2012
GPA: 3.11/4

B.E. - ECE

ICFAI Tech, Hyderabad
06.2007
GPA: 8.3/10

Skills

  • Analyst Relations
  • Strategy Planning
  • Marketing
  • Program Management
  • Team Building & Leadership
  • Market Research & Analysis
  • Bid Management/ Pre-sales
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Cross-functional Team Coordination
  • Market Analysis
  • Project Planning

Certification

  • Certifications in Product Management and Design Thinking from Upgrade
  • Certification on Digital Marketing from Market Motive
  • Google Certified Analytics and AdWords Individual
  • Coursera certifications on Data Sciences from John Hopkins University
  • Coursera certification on Design Thinking and Gamification

Selectedhighlights

  • Recipient of Triumph Award, Cognizant, For leading the bid management for $42 Million deal win
  • Led a market estimation initiative, Resulting in $4000 savings (consulting fees charged by leading analysts)
  • Best Manager of the Quarter Award, 06/30/19
  • Established Hybris practice for a start-up, Won the first client contributing INR 200000 to top-line
  • Best Newcomer 2014 Award, Cognizant
  • Star Award, Cognizant
  • Associate of the Quarter Award, Cognizant
  • Directed market estimation initiative, To gauge the Total Addressable Market Size of SAP Services, which saved the practice around $4000
  • Devised new product idea called Cognate, A mobile app for accessing RFP responses; selected in Special Product Management Training Program (40 out of 10,000 associates were shortlisted)

Timeline

Senior Manager - Cognizant Technologies Solutions
10.2023 - Current
Manager - Solutions Marketing - Apexon
07.2021 - 09.2023
Senior Strategy Analyst/Manager - Cognizant Technologies
04.2014 - 07.2021
Associate Business Development Manager - Embitel Technologies
04.2013 - 03.2014
Module Leader - Wipro Technologies
11.2010 - 06.2011
Senior Software Engineer - Mindtree Ltd.
07.2007 - 10.2010
ICFAI Tech, Hyderabad - B.E., ECE
SP Jain School of Global Business, Singapore - Dubai - GMBA, IT
Arjit Mazumdar