ARUN PRASAD RAMAN
Bangalore
Summary
Data and Transformation Leader with over 20 years of experience architecting and executing enterprise-scale AI/ML-driven transformations across Fortune 500 organizations. Recognized for delivering $100M+ in commercial value through data, advanced analytics, algorithm designs, and cross-functional leadership. Pioneered solutions that enhance user engagement, reduce operational costs and accelerate decision-making through data democratization.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President, Products & Data Science | Head of India Operations
i2o Retail Inc
Bangalore
03.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: A SaaS technology start-up focusing on eCommerce AI and analytics (https://i2oretail.com/about-us/)
- Owns overall product vision, digital strategy, ML/AI algorithm designs & roadmap for i2o's product portfolio (Brand Protection, Price Monitor, Content Protector and Growth Accelerator)
- Architected i2o's core SaaS ML platform enabling 95% accuracy in fraud reseller detection
- Delivered opportunities for revenue growth, campaign optimization and Buy Box wins leading to a sales lift of 15-20% for 120+ ecommerce brands
- India Site Head and built a FTE team of 50+ engineers, product managers, data scientists & customer support
- Established external partnerships, implemented agile guilds, people policies, and achieved ~40% COGS reduction
Vice President, Franchise Data Engineering & BI
Goldman Sachs India
Bangalore
01.2016 - 03.2022
- Built a team of 20+ data engineers & analysts for Franchise Data Engineering
- Built front-to-back data models, refiners and end-user BI solutions for FICC & Equities OTC which helped stakeholders gain insight into F2B risks, client service issues and operational inefficiencies in the post-trade flow
- Pioneered migration to Legend data management ecosystem for Equities & FICC post trade analytics and reduced reconciliation errors in the front to back flow
- Led transformation programs in Business Architecture & Change Management group to enhance operational scale & efficiency through process optimization, intelligent automation and data
- Built Reg data models & reporting framework for US/Europe regulators with defined QTLs.
- Collaborated with Business, Operations & Technology teams to deliver sustainable change and impact
- Team budget planning, career development/training through Goldman Data School program and instilling SRE practices for BI deployments
Senior Manager - Client Delivery
Mu Sigma Inc
06.2009 - 07.2015
- Company Overview: A data analytics and decision sciences company
- Delivered enterprise ready solutions based on advanced analytical techniques
- Revenue growth & delivery for clients in US, UK & Europe across Retail, Tech & BFSI domains
- Managed large client accounts and business development for a $40 million portfolio
- Early member & in the key team of 'Top 50' - wearing multiple hats and contributing to the '15x' growth story of the organization.
Senior Analyst - Retail Science
Oracle India
Bangalore
07.2005 - 06.2009
- Company Overview: A global technology company
- Implemented Oracle Retail solutions i.e., Markdown Optimization, Promo Planning and Demand Forecasting for Top Retailers in US & Canada.
- Developed custom analytical configuration for forecasting and optimization models
Intern
National Stock Exchange of India
Mumbai
07.2004 - 06.2005
- Company Overview: India's leading stock exchange
- Worked as statistical modeler for Investigation & Surveillance and NIFTY Index Services
Education
Dual Degree - Masters - Economics, Bachelors in Electronics & Instrumentation Engg
BITS Pilani
06.2005
Skills
- Equities & FICC post trade flows
- Ecommerce SaaS product management
- Digital strategy & transformation
- Data strategy
- Machine learning
- SQL
- Alteryx
- Tableau
- Python
- Product management
- "0-1" Entrepreneurial mindset
- Nimble & do more with less mindset
- Tech start-up experience
- Number Crunching
- Hands-on Execution
- High action bias
- Operational efficiency
- Change management
- Process optimization
- Training and mentoring
Accomplishments
- Architecting SaaS ML Platform for i2o Retail leading to significant sales lift for multiple ecommerce brands and establishing a robust operations team in India. Scaled the business to $6 million ARR.
- Establishing the change management & BI practice for Goldman Sachs India in collaboration with the global teams in Operations & Technology. Championed various enterprise wide programs: Front back data models, one stop shop scorecards, migration to Legend (end-end data management & governance platform), first to build email analytics using ML models to enrich customer service, capacity models and operational risk indices.
- Key member of a core team at Mu Sigma that scaled the company by 15x within 5 years (from 300 to 4500 people operations & $10 million to $ 180 million revenue). This was a unique experience where I played a pivotal role in contributing to rapid growth in revenue, user base, operational capacity, building scalable systems, and leading cross-functional teams through multiple growth phases.
Timeline
Vice President, Products & Data Science | Head of India Operations
i2o Retail Inc
03.2022 - Current
Vice President, Franchise Data Engineering & BI
Goldman Sachs India
01.2016 - 03.2022
Senior Manager - Client Delivery
Mu Sigma Inc
06.2009 - 07.2015
Senior Analyst - Retail Science
Oracle India
07.2005 - 06.2009
Intern
National Stock Exchange of India
07.2004 - 06.2005
Dual Degree - Masters - Economics, Bachelors in Electronics & Instrumentation Engg
BITS Pilani
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