Experienced Program Manager skilled in managing functional operations and projects related to supplies and logistics. Advanced understanding of organizational strategies, financial management, procurement and contracting. Expertise in logistical analysis, inventory and supply chain performance, development and standardization. Thorough understanding of inventory management, procurement and acquisition regulations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Program Manager – Transformation Projects, Transition & Change Management, New Services Launch Management & Knowledge Management
HP
01.2020 - Current
Leading Strategic Transformation projects
Project manage E2E CCC enablement for all the New Services in collaboration with Category Services, Delivery teams, Sales, and other Program Teams
Strategize process and delivery model to enable the CCC support for effective launch for the markets starting from HC costing, hiring, training, transition, metrics alignment, escalation management, field alignment and associated process.
Senior Migrations Manager – GIDA (Cyber Security)
Citicorp Services
03.2019 - 01.2020
Transitioned close to 50 clients to centralized team in Citicorp Services.work related to Information Security Activities from various Business across Citi
Initiation of requirement gathering, finalizing scope, Strategic alignment of support the project, HC, and training requirements
Identify and mitigate the compliance issues, risks and security threats in infrastructure and Plan risk response & strategies
Plan and lead the internal and external Audits in Infrastructure (ISO, Security audit)
Global Transformation and Transition Manager
HP/Hewlett Packard Enterprise/DXC Technology - India
11.2012 - 03.2019
Lead and execute the projects a per defined scope, approved budget, plan and schedule
Maintain continuous alignment of program scope with strategic business objectives
Work on scope mapping, creation of project plan, developing project schedule, defining project milestones & tracking milestones, MOC, stakeholder management, risk management and quality management
Project level financial management – Budgeting, forecasting, tracking actuals project margin monitoring and project profitability analysis along with the FA
Build credibility, establish rapport, and maintain communication with stakeholders at multiple levels
E2E Project management including Staffing, infrastructure planning and coordination, Knowledge management & Training management, manage Induction & startup trainings, own the onboarding and off boarding formalities.
Training and Knowledge Management Lead
05.2010 - 11.2012
Lead KM for Finance and part of supply chain cluster of 600 HC (Chennai), to create and implement Best in Class KM Assets and methodologies
Developed standardized training Content for FAM – new Hire training
Worked on different knowledge management tools to document processes, mainly Tacit Knowledge
Publish Dashboards and Review progress with Operations Managers and Transition Managers
Own Training Delivery Plan and ensure that implementation, delivery of process training, business contextual training adheres to plan
Perform AA (Audience Analysis) and TNA (Training Need Analysis) as per operational requirement and initiate and execute Cross Training Framework.
Senior Officer: Service Assurance Team (PMO/Training) – Private Banking
Highly self-motivated professional & team player with strong communication & overall 20+ years of experience with 12 years of Project Management Experience, designing and leading Complex projects and organizational transformation initiatives in Shared services Space with specialization in Process transformation, Transition management and leading Management of Change activities, New Service Introductions & Knowledge Management.
Certification
PRINCE2
Academics Personal Details
B.com - 2002, 03/30/82, Married, Indian
Timeline
Program Manager – Transformation Projects, Transition & Change Management, New Services Launch Management & Knowledge Management
HP
01.2020 - Current
Senior Migrations Manager – GIDA (Cyber Security)
Citicorp Services
03.2019 - 01.2020
Global Transformation and Transition Manager
HP/Hewlett Packard Enterprise/DXC Technology - India
11.2012 - 03.2019
Training and Knowledge Management Lead
05.2010 - 11.2012
Senior Officer: Service Assurance Team (PMO/Training) – Private Banking
<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC