AI, Business Operations, Strategic Management, Process Improvements, Business Analysis
Harish Narendrula
Business Management Professional
Hyderabad
Summary
Business Operations and Transformation Leader with 35 years of experience across large-scale operations, transportation and logistics,
technology-enabled transformation, multi-site management, vendor and contract management, financial stewardship, compliance, automation
and cross-functional leadership. Currently responsible for business operations and budget accountability for a 2,000-heavy-truck PAN-India
operation, leading multi-state teams, technology initiatives, vendors and operational performance.
Proven ability to connect business strategy with execution by improving operating processes, management visibility, technology adoption,
accountability and cost discipline. Experienced in working across Operations, Finance, HR, Technology and external partners to solve complex
operational challenges, improve systems and implement practical, scalable solutions.
Overview
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1
Certification
37
37
years of professional experience
Education
Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Shivaji University, Kolhapur
Satara, Maharashtra 04.2001 -
Skills
Process optimization expertise
Customer engagement strategies
Collaborative team management
Project oversight
Stakeholder-focused business analysis
Business strategy development
Cross-functional collaboration
Artificial intelligence proficiency
Certification
International standard Organization Certification
Work History
Vice President of Operations
Express Roadways Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad, Telangana
02.2017 - Current
- Assisted in daily operational tasks, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and company standards.
- Supported team members by coordinating schedules and managing resources for improved workflow efficiency.
- Learned key software tools for tracking operations and analyzing performance metrics effectively.
- Translate business requirements into scalable operating processes, integrating people, technology, information, vendors and field
operations to improve visibility, control, safety and service execution. - Designed and deployed GPS-based overspeed alerting, cloud telephony integration and multilingual compliance dashboards, strengthening
performance visibility and management oversight.
• Lead cross-functional and cross-regional teams involving Operations, Technology, Finance, vendors and other stakeholders to resolve
operational issues and maintain service continuity.
• Lead vendor evaluation, contract negotiation, commercial discussions and technology-partner governance, balancing requirements, cost,
service quality and business priorities.
• Drive structured identification of operational gaps and root causes, implementing practical process and technology improvements to
strengthen operational control.
• Oversee regulatory compliance, safety controls, audit readiness and escalation of operational risks across geographically distributed
operations.
• Use operational data, management reporting, dashboards and exception-based monitoring to improve leadership visibility and support
timely business decisions.
• Support financial discipline through budget oversight, cost control, vendor commercial management and evaluation of technology and
operational investments.
• Lead organizational adoption of new processes and digital tools, converting business requirements into sustainable operating practices.
Vice President Operations
Vestro Solvents Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad, Telangana
02.2010 - 01.2017
- Led operational strategy to enhance efficiency across multiple departments.
- Streamlined supply chain processes, reducing waste and improving turnaround times.
- Developed performance metrics to track key operational improvements and team effectiveness.
- Implemented new technologies for better resource management and workflow automation.
- Directed business operations, budget management, vendor relationships and service delivery across a multi-property operating
environment. - Coordinated Accounts, Finance, HR, Operations and Technology activities, using technology and AI-enabled solutions to improve
information flow and management coordination.
• Led organizational training, process standardization and ISO audit/certification initiatives, strengthening management discipline and
compliance.
• Managed a four-floor office renovation end-to-end, including requirements, vendor selection, commercial negotiation, contract management,
execution oversight and delivery within budget.
• Worked with internal and external stakeholders to resolve operational issues, coordinate resources and maintain execution continuity.
Business Operations Analyst
Trading Association
Hyderabad, Telangana
10.1989 - 01.2010
- Analyzed operational data to identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvement strategies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and enhance productivity metrics.
- Developed comprehensive reports to support strategic decision-making for upper management.
- Implemented data-driven solutions that increased operational efficiency across multiple departments.
- Directed business operations across multiple properties over two decades, managing daily operations, vendor relationships, service delivery
and stakeholder coordination. - Managed operational priorities, resources, vendor interactions and service continuity across geographically distributed activities.
Interests
Timeline
Vice President of Operations
Express Roadways Pvt Ltd
02.2017 - Current
International standard Organization Certification
11-2012
Vice President Operations
Vestro Solvents Pvt Ltd
02.2010 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Shivaji University, Kolhapur
04.2001 -
Business Operations Analyst
Trading Association
10.1989 - 01.2010