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Caroline Karunya

Chennai

Summary

Seasoned IT Professional with over 7 years’ experience with end-to-end program management. Passionate about venturing into human resources to help align business and people to the organization goals. Few transferable skills I could bring to the HR field from my experience with other domains include stakeholder management, training & facilitation, relationship management, organization skills, strategic thinking, customer experience, adaptable to use any HR software.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Associate – Client Experience

Cognizant
Chennai
04.2023 - Current
  • Involved in product (in-house virtual client experience platform) training to cross functional teams
  • Organizing & designing virtual events which is easy to use
  • Increase the usage literacy of the product
  • Training team on skills required to improve client interaction
  • Program managing end to end client visit to deliver positive and seamless experience to the clients when interacting with the company
  • Interacting with cross functional team to deliver a positive experience to the client
  • End to end project management of the new vendor selection process
  • Maintenance of case study repository.

Volunteer

Team Everest
Chennai
02.2023 - Current
  • Volunteered time and expertise to contribute to the personal and professional growth of individuals in the community through soft skills training initiatives
  • Mentoring students on job readiness, interview skills, resume building.

Senior Executive – Service Design, Nordics

LTI
Chennai
07.2022 - 03.2023
  • Developed and implemented knowledge management strategies to enhance information sharing and collaboration within the organization
  • Established and maintained a centralized knowledge repository to store and organize critical information, best practices, and lessons learned
  • Conducted knowledge audits to identify gaps in knowledge and information flow, and implemented solutions to address them
  • Facilitated knowledge sharing sessions and training programs to promote a culture of learning and knowledge sharing among employees
  • Implemented knowledge management tools and technologies to streamline information retrieval and access for employees
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to capture, document, and disseminate knowledge across the organization
  • Led knowledge management projects and initiatives to drive innovation, improve decision-making, and enhance organizational performance
  • Demonstrated strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills in effectively managing knowledge resources and promoting a knowledge-sharing culture within the organization.

Senior Executive - Presales

HCL Technologies
Chennai
11.2021 - 06.2022
  • Drove development of overarching work plan across multiple proposal development workstreams
  • Liaised with sales, marketing and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives
  • Delivered comprehensive bid proposals for medium sized projects
  • Coordinated and managed internal resources during proposal process and verified achievement of milestones and deliverables
  • Responsible for end-to-end Opportunity management which includes Business Planning, Account Management, Bid (RFI/RFP) Management, Proposition building, Competition Analysis and client visits
  • Manage RFP process which includes qualification of deal, business requirement understanding and providing tailor innovative made technical and commercial solutions to client
  • Drive storyboarding session and identifying key differentiating bid points through business research and insights
  • Clearly indicating major value proposition and benefits
  • Responsible for team Knowledge sharing and repository management
  • Involved in research related to current trends in industry.

Senior Executive-Program Management

HCL Technologies
Chennai
07.2017 - 10.2021

Resource Management:

  • Developed and implemented resource management strategies to optimize the allocation of human, financial, and material resources across projects and departments
  • Conducted resource capacity planning and forecasting to ensure that projects are adequately staffed and resourced to meet project timelines and deliverables
  • Utilized resource management tools and software to track resource availability, utilization, and allocation, and identify potential bottlenecks or conflicts
  • Managed resource budgets, expenses, and procurement processes to ensure cost-effective utilization of resources and adherence to budget constraints
  • Conducted regular resource planning meetings and reviews to assess resource needs, identify gaps or surpluses, and make adjustments to resource allocations as needed

Profit Improvement

  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive profit improvement plan to identify cost-saving opportunities, revenue enhancement strategies, and operational efficiencies to increase profitability of the account
  • Communicated progress, results, and recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders to gain buy-in, support, and alignment for profit improvement efforts
  • Conducted regular reviews and assessments of the profit improvement plan to evaluate effectiveness, identify challenges, and make adjustments to achieve desired outcomes
  • Developed and managed annual operating budgets, forecasting revenue and expenses to ensure alignment with organizational goals and financial targets
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and presentations for senior management, highlighting budget variances, key performance indicators, and financial forecasts

Billing & forecasting

  • Managed billing processes, including invoicing, payment processing, and account reconciliation, ensuring accurate and timely billing cycles to optimize cash flow and financial performance
  • Reviewed and verified billing data, such as service fees, hours worked, and expenses incurred, to generate error-free invoices and statements for clients, vendors, and internal departments
  • Resolved billing discrepancies, disputes, and inquiries promptly and professionally, collaborating with clients, sales teams, and finance staff to address issues and ensure prompt resolution
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, such as finance, accounting, and customer service, to align billing practices with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
  • Provided billing training, guidance, and support to staff members, ensuring understanding of billing procedures, compliance with billing policies, and adherence to billing best practices

Employee engagement

  • Developed and implemented employee engagement initiatives, programs, and activities to foster a positive work culture, boost morale, and enhance employee satisfaction
  • Organized team-building events, recognition programs, and wellness activities to promote camaraderie, teamwork, and work-life balance among employees
  • Facilitated communication channels, such as town hall meetings, newsletters, and to keep employees informed, engaged, and connected with the organization
  • Provided training and development opportunities for employees to enhance skills, knowledge, and career growth, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development
  • Recognized and rewarded employee achievements, contributions, and milestones through performance incentives, awards, and appreciation programs to motivate and retain top talent

Client Experience

  • Coordinated client visits, meetings, and site tours, managing all logistical arrangements, including scheduling, transportation, accommodations, and catering, to ensure a seamless and positive client experience
  • Liaised with clients, sales teams, and internal stakeholders to gather visit requirements, preferences, and objectives, customizing visit itineraries and agendas to meet client needs and expectations.

Education

MBA - Human Resource/Marketing

SSN School Of Management
Chennai
07.2017

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering

Caroline Karunya M
Chennai
04-2014

Class XII, Majored In Science -

St. Mary's Matriculation Girls HSS

Class X -

St. Mary's Matriculation Girls HSS

Skills

  • Training &Facilitation
  • Customer experience
  • Operations & Analytics
  • Negotiation skills
  • Employee Engagement
  • Project/Program Management
  • Knowledge Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Microsoft (PPT, Excel, Word)

Certification

  • Pursing Human resource Generalist certification (ISO,SHRM,HRCI)
  • Young trainer certified
  • PRINCE2 Foundation Certified
  • Public speaking and presentation skills

Languages

  • Tamil
  • English

Accomplishments

  • Awarded O-infinity award for consistent performance for 3 years (2017-19)
  • Awarded Scholarship in MBA and ranked overall department second for the year 2015-16

Timeline

Senior Associate – Client Experience

Cognizant
04.2023 - Current

Volunteer

Team Everest
02.2023 - Current

Senior Executive – Service Design, Nordics

LTI
07.2022 - 03.2023

Senior Executive - Presales

HCL Technologies
11.2021 - 06.2022

Senior Executive-Program Management

HCL Technologies
07.2017 - 10.2021

MBA - Human Resource/Marketing

SSN School Of Management

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Engineering

Caroline Karunya M

Class XII, Majored In Science -

St. Mary's Matriculation Girls HSS

Class X -

St. Mary's Matriculation Girls HSS
Caroline Karunya