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Hemant Bhandari

Summary

Accomplished Principal Consultant and Technical Global Delivery Manager with nearly 20 years of experience leading high-impact digital transformations and optimizing global delivery operations in the energy sector. Specialized experience in guiding transformative digital initiatives and modernization projects within the energy trading and risk management domain. Demonstrates exceptional skills in managing complex programs, driving cloud-based solutions, and delivering measurable results. Proven ability to oversee multi-million-dollar projects, manage cross-functional teams, and implement advanced technologies to enhance business performance and efficiency. Known for exceptional stakeholder engagement, adeptly navigating cross-functional collaboration, and resolving critical challenges to achieve superior project outcomes. Accomplished Consultant drives organizational improvements through leveraging expertise in research and system enhancement. Well-versed in collaborating with employees and leaders to resolve control and procedural problems negatively affecting business operations. Dedicated to cost, process and resource optimization.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Principal Consultant in Energy Centre of Excellence / Technical Global Delivery Manager

Infosys
06.2024 - Current
  • Program Leadership: Directed global delivery for numerous digital transformation and modernisation projects, aligning with strategic business objectives and ensuring successful outcomes.
  • Cloud Transformation: Led the migration of legacy systems to advanced cloud-based infrastructures, optimising scalability, performance, and cost efficiency.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Engaged with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders to manage expectations, resolve issues, and ensure high-quality deliverables.
  • Governance and Compliance: Ensured adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies, providing governance and oversight throughout the project lifecycle
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing optimal terms and conditions while reducing costs.
  • Built strong relationships with clients, fostering long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing tailored consulting solutions for their specific business needs.

Principal Consultant / Service Delivery Manager / Technical Program Manager

CIAO Contract Management Systems
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Orchestrated migration to a React-based platform, consolidating document management and dispatch processes through Camunda and Drools
  • Directed end-to-end project management, leading a global team of 130+ professionals
  • Managed resource allocation, cost control, and scheduling
  • Implemented machine learning for document automation.

Technical Program Manager / Principal Consultant

ROSA Migration
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Led migration of portfolio applications from OpenShift to Red Hat OpenShift
  • Oversaw cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and enhance user experience
  • Managed legacy system integration into cloud-based solutions
  • Achieved a 25% reduction in operational costs and enhanced system performance and scalability.

Technical Program Manager

NG CTP
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Managed modernization of WebLogic and Oracle-based systems, transitioning to cloud-based JWS microservices and Postgres Aurora databases
  • Directed the decomposition of monolithic systems into microservices, managed data migration, and coordinated with 21 application service owners
  • Realized $10 million in cost savings, delivering the project on time and within budget despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

Modernisation Project Manager

Cloud Transformation
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Executed modernization projects including EDP transformation and Position Manager enhancements using event-based processing with Akka and Kafka
  • Developed and implemented scalable solutions, improved event-based messaging systems, and ensured alignment with business requirements
  • Increased system scalability by 30% and reduced processing times by 50%.

Project Manager / Lead Consultant

Front Office Trader Systems
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Managed various high-impact projects, transitioning from monolithic architectures to microservice-based solutions
  • Oversaw project delivery, facilitated stakeholder communication, and ensured alignment with organizational strategies and objectives
  • Achieved successful project transitions, leading to improved operational efficiency and strategic outcomes.

Project Manager

Trader Workbench
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Managed the design and delivery of a unified .NET-based desktop client platform, consolidating trader applications
  • Facilitated transition to cloud-based infrastructure and ensured effective user experience design and change management through an agile approach
  • Delivered a unified platform that streamlined trader operations and improved user experience.

Product Owner / Project Lead

Derivative Trading Deal Processing
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Led migration from ENDUR to a custom-built deal capture system, including data migration of 15 years' worth of data and live trades
  • Developed key features for manual deal capture, bulk upload, and user interface flexibility
  • Received high praise from traders and IT stakeholders for the successful implementation and user-friendly features.

Module Leader / Functional Consultant

Integrated Gas Management System (IGMS) Re-engineering
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Led the re-engineering of the IGMS application, upgrading infrastructure and migrating to modern technologies
  • Managed requirements specification, functional and detailed design, and team mentorship
  • Implemented effective migration strategies and conducted user training
  • Successfully modernized the application, enhancing system capabilities and performance while maintaining project timelines and budget constraints.

Application Lead / Functional Consultant

Exit Reforms
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Facilitated the reform of the Gas Exit Capacity Regime, including system enhancements for exit access products and NG IS systems
  • Conducted requirement analysis, developed functional designs, and provided implementation and UAT support
  • Managed client interactions and delivered key components
  • Improved system accuracy and compliance, receiving positive feedback from clients for effective solutions.

Onsite Coordinator / Business Analyst / Application Designer

Traffic Management Act (TMA) Attachment Solutions
01.2008 - 12.2008
  • Developed an automated solution for attaching TMA permits with road work images
  • Managed requirements analysis, solution design, and implementation
  • Coordinated with business users to ensure technical feasibility and effective delivery.
  • Contributed to cost reduction efforts by closely monitoring expenses and suggesting budget adjustments when necessary.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and ensure project success.

Project Lead / Business Analyst

MIS: Offshore Management of Information Systems
01.2007
  • Managed and enhanced the ODC MIS for tracking projects, resources, and generating reports.

Onsite Coordinator / Business Analyst

Weather Data Analysis
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Upgraded the SC2004 system for weather data analysis and interfaced with various systems for improved data management
  • Analysed system functionalities, created process flow maps, and provided technical solutions for interface enhancements.

Functional Consultant / PL SQL Dev / Business Analyst

GHG Emissions Compliance Management System
01.2005 - 01.2006
  • Enhanced the GHG application for emission-based products and proportional balancing for compliance management
  • Led requirement gathering, updated functional specifications, and delivered proactive solutions for system enhancements.

Education

Masters in Computer Applications - Computer Applications And Applied Science

MSRIT, Visveswaraya Technical University, Bangalore
01.2005

Bachelors in Computer Applications and Computer Science -

Panjab University, Chandigarh
01.2002

Masters in Business Administration - Strategic Thinking - Vocational Course

Bangalore
01.2020

Skills

  • Technical Know-how :Java,J2EE,React,Oracle,Web-logic,Postgres,Aurora,Camunda,Drools,Akka,Kafka,Machine Learning,PL/SQL,Microservices,AWS,Azure,Agile
  • Methodologies :Agile,Kanban,Waterfall,Cloud Transformations
  • Managerial aspects : Program Management,Cost Management,Resource Allocation,Budget Management,Risk Assessment,Stakeholder Communication,Governance and Compliance,Customer Relationship Management,Analytical Thinking,Product Life Cycle Management,Work Planning and Prioritisation,Problem-solving abilities,Time Management,Effective Communication,Multitasking Abilities
  • Collaboration Tools : JIRA,Confluence,MS Project,Office Excel,Project Management
  • Transformation : Digital Transformation,Technology Implementation,Strategic development,Business Analysis
  • Client Engagement :Customer Relationship Management

Certification

  • Energy Risk Professional (ERP) - Global Association of Risk Professionals-2013
  • International Oil Trading and Price Risk Management (2018)
  • Strategic thinking and Thought leadership (2023)

Timeline

Principal Consultant in Energy Centre of Excellence / Technical Global Delivery Manager

Infosys
06.2024 - Current

Principal Consultant / Service Delivery Manager / Technical Program Manager

CIAO Contract Management Systems
01.2023 - 01.2024

Technical Program Manager / Principal Consultant

ROSA Migration
01.2022 - 01.2023

Technical Program Manager

NG CTP
01.2019 - 01.2021

Modernisation Project Manager

Cloud Transformation
01.2017 - 01.2018

Project Manager / Lead Consultant

Front Office Trader Systems
01.2016 - 01.2017

Project Manager

Trader Workbench
01.2013 - 01.2015

Product Owner / Project Lead

Derivative Trading Deal Processing
01.2010 - 01.2012

Module Leader / Functional Consultant

Integrated Gas Management System (IGMS) Re-engineering
01.2009 - 01.2010

Application Lead / Functional Consultant

Exit Reforms
01.2008 - 01.2009

Onsite Coordinator / Business Analyst / Application Designer

Traffic Management Act (TMA) Attachment Solutions
01.2008 - 12.2008

Project Lead / Business Analyst

MIS: Offshore Management of Information Systems
01.2007

Onsite Coordinator / Business Analyst

Weather Data Analysis
01.2006 - 01.2007

Functional Consultant / PL SQL Dev / Business Analyst

GHG Emissions Compliance Management System
01.2005 - 01.2006

Masters in Computer Applications - Computer Applications And Applied Science

MSRIT, Visveswaraya Technical University, Bangalore

Bachelors in Computer Applications and Computer Science -

Panjab University, Chandigarh

Masters in Business Administration - Strategic Thinking - Vocational Course

Bangalore
Hemant Bhandari