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C Charan Kumar

Pune

Summary

Experienced and results-oriented IT Project Manager with a strong background in leading complex projects spanning diverse industries. Adept at driving digital transformations and guiding teams through multifaceted cloud implementation initiatives. Skilled in managing strategic programs, including HR Service Delivery migration to ServiceNow Cloud and Fusion HCM SaaS implementation, with expertise in domains such as HR Service Delivery, Banking, Finance, Insurance, and Investment banking. Demonstrated leadership, strategic thinking, and a meticulous approach to project management, ensuring successful outcomes while exceeding client expectations. Additionally, possesses three years of valuable onsite experience in client and technical roles in Canada. Proficiency in program management is underscored by track record of delivering measurable results and fostering team cohesion, earning accolades for leadership and dedication to client satisfaction.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Program Manager

UBS
04.2021 - Current

· Successfully led ServiceNow implementation, improving incident response times and customer satisfaction by migrating legacy HRSD systems, enhancing HR service delivery efficiency by 40%, and orchestrating a 30% increase in operational efficiency with ServiceNow Cloud solution

· Enhanced HR processes through Service-Oriented Architecture, reducing processing time by 25%, and collaborated with teams to prioritize features, improving project delivery time by 20%

· Achieved 95% adherence to project timelines, coordinated with teams to resolve code conflicts resulting in a 50% decrease in production incidents

· Led team in creating Service-Oriented Architecture framework, increasing development speed by 30%, and implemented strategies to reduce system vulnerabilities by 25%

· Ensured application compliance, achieving a 100% compliance rate, proactively mitigated risks resulting in a 90% reduction in project delays

· Organized Agile and Scrum meetings, fostering an efficient work environment, resulting in a 15% increase in team productivity, and provided coaching and mentorship, improving team performance by 20%.

Portfolio Lead

Accenture
08.2018 - 04.2021

· Drove continuous service improvements, including Auto Deployments and Code migration enhancements, resulting in 40% reduction in deployment errors

· Successfully transformed SDET role, up-skilling 50% of the Quality Assurance team, recognized with multiple prestigious ACE awards

· Orchestrated timely execution of Automated Regression scripts, reducing testing time by 20% and increasing test accuracy by 15%

· Ensured adherence to SDLC 2.0 standards, achieving a 95% compliance rate and reducing post-release defects by 25%

Managed program End-to-End, achieving 100% on-time delivery of milestones and ensuring stakeholder satisfaction.

Project Lead

Accenture
01.2014 - 08.2018

· Orchestrated seamless re-platforming of PeopleSoft HR to Oracle Fusion HCM SaaS, enhancing system functionality and scalability as part of global HR transformation

· Managed key work streams including HRI PeopleSoft platform replacement, ensuring smooth transitions, infrastructure upgrades, and achieving 100% data accuracy rate in Data Integration Service (DIS) stream

· Coordinated global implementation of Fusion system across locations, aligning with corporate standards and local business requirements to increase operational efficiency and standardization

· Facilitated collaboration between Accenture and Oracle teams, streamlining workflows and accelerating delivery timelines

· Optimized resource allocation, managing project budgets effectively to achieve 15% cost savings and adhere to financial targets.

Release Manager & Quality Assurance Lead

Accenture
08.2012 - 12.2013

· Streamlined quality assurance processes for RSA Codan insurance applications, reducing testing time by 20% and increasing test accuracy by 15%

· Orchestrated comprehensive System Test plans, ensuring adherence to testing standards and guidelines

· Facilitated efficient Test Data preparation and coordinated UAT testing, fostering collaboration between teams

· Managed system test phase, ensuring on-time and high-quality test executions

· Produced transparent status reports, keeping stakeholders informed on project progress.

Onshore Co-Ordinator and Deployment Lead

Accenture
10.2009 - 08.2012

· Upgraded 50+ retail fuel stations with latest POS systems, ensuring compliance with regulators and safeguarding company resources

· Orchestrated comprehensive End-to-End testing of Retail system components, guaranteeing functionality across all modules

· Enhanced testing efficiency by analyzing transaction times, resulting in 25% reduction in testing time

· Coordinated deployment activities using Ops Arch tools, ensuring seamless installation and operation

· Directed pilot support and live monitoring activities, facilitating prompt issue resolution for smooth project rollout.

· Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.

QA Test Lead

Accenture
11.2008 - 09.2009

· Orchestrated reunification project to align payments systems, reducing unclaimed client payments backlog by 20%

· Developed comprehensive test scenarios based on business requirements analysis, ensuring alignment with client objectives

· Engineered meticulous test scripts and executed procedures to validate system functionality and performance

· Analyzed defects promptly, facilitating efficient resolution and minimizing project delays

· Optimized testing procedures, improving project delivery timelines by 30%.

QA Engineer

Accenture
01.2005 - 11.2008

· Developed comprehensive test conditions based on requirements, ensuring thorough coverage of 'Internal Transfers' functionality

· Authored and maintained manual test scripts, reducing testing time by 20% and increasing accuracy by 15%

· Executed rigorous Functional, System, and Regression Testing, resulting in a 30% decrease in post-release defects

· Facilitated peer reviews of test scripts, fostering collaboration and ensuring high-quality deliverables

· Leveraged Mainframe Display for Test Data preparation, optimizing testing processes and ensuring accurate results.

Education

Master of Science -

Mailam Engineering College
05.2004

Skills

  • Digital transformation and Optimization
  • Cloud Implementation
  • Process Improvement and Automation
  • Project Management
  • Stakeholder Communication
  • KPI Reporting
  • Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
  • Transformative Technologies (Cloud, AI)
  • Oracle Fusion HCM
  • Cloud Adoption
  • Change Management
  • Agile Methodologies

Certification

  • ServiceNow Certified System Administrator, 12/21/1988
  • Certified ScrumMaster, 11/19/1983
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, 03/35/8117
  • Certified SaFe 5 Agilist, 03/17/8134

Awards

  • Skills Star Award - Client Appreciation - 2011, Received customer appreciation for on-site software implementation experience, specifically for implementing Retail System software for Shell Canada as part of the Global Site System Program.
  • Inspiring Innovator Award - SDET Transformation Leader - 2018, Recognized for successfully leading the SDET transformation and upskilling 50% of the QA team within 6 months.
  • Boundaryless Collaborator Award - Service Improvement Driver - 2020, Drove continuous service improvements, including Auto Deployments, Environment Refresh, Code migration, and Deployment process enhancements, resulting in a 40% reduction in deployment errors.
  • The Extra Mile Award - Operational Efficiency Enhancer - 2017, Test automation of 30+ applications saved approximately ~1300 hours quarterly, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Talent Creator Award - Rapid Team Ramping Leader - 2015, Appreciation from client and leadership for rapidly ramping up teams and upskilling them to deliver critical integration projects, including archiving, purging, Pega, ServiceNow, and GDPR compliance.
  • Guiding Star Award and Super Mentor Award - 2018, Client appreciation for streamlining 6 scrum teams to deliver quality products with increased coordination and simplified processes, resulting in an 80% reduction of production incidents.

Timeline

Program Manager

UBS
04.2021 - Current

Portfolio Lead

Accenture
08.2018 - 04.2021

Project Lead

Accenture
01.2014 - 08.2018

Release Manager & Quality Assurance Lead

Accenture
08.2012 - 12.2013

Onshore Co-Ordinator and Deployment Lead

Accenture
10.2009 - 08.2012

QA Test Lead

Accenture
11.2008 - 09.2009

QA Engineer

Accenture
01.2005 - 11.2008

Master of Science -

Mailam Engineering College
C Charan Kumar