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References
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Lokesh K S

Lokesh K S

Bengaluru

Summary

Client Engagement Manager with extensive experience at GainInsights Solution, specializing in project management and business intelligence tools. Successfully delivered complex Power BI solutions while enhancing client relationships. Proficient in Agile methodologies and requirement analysis, ensuring timely project completion and high-quality results. PMP certified with strong analytical skills.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

GainInsights Solution Private Limited
Bengaluru
03.2019 - Current
  • Orchestrated project management activities for a sizable team, aligned with project goals.
  • Supervised crucial milestones like BRD preparation, development, and milestone reviews.
  • Managed various Middle East client projects, notably with Abudhabhi University, Air Arabia, Daleel Petroleum, Amadeus and Orient Travels.
  • Spearheaded Power BI implementation for DFM Foods to enhance analytical capabilities.
  • Led another successful Power BI initiative at SFL, producing complex report structures.
  • Executed Qlik Sense and Power BI solutions for clients including Perfetti and Honda Cars.
  • Adopted Agile practices for effective problem-solving and result-oriented planning.
  • Conducted detailed requirement analysis to ensure comprehensive understanding of client expectations.

Project Manager

Parity Technologies Private Limited
Bengaluru
02.2018 - 02.2019
  • Led implementation activities and new product development across customer support teams.
  • Managed project timelines and customer relationships to ensure successful delivery.
  • Utilized strong analytical skills to identify issues and research effective solutions.
  • Contributed significantly to project success from conceptualization to execution.

Project Manager

Exilant Technologies Pvt. Ltd
Bengaluru
11.2012 - 02.2018
  • Led product implementation activities for on-premise ERP across multiple customers.
  • Contributed to product design team focused on re-engineering for SMEs.
  • Managed major projects including SERP, Kyokuto SPV, Akshay Steels, PSI Hydraulics, and Acumac Machine Tools.
  • Played key role in product redesign to enhance performance and usability.
  • Collaborated with development teams to create a robust, scalable product with advanced features.
  • Acquired business analyst skills to integrate technical knowledge with business process applications.

Project Manager

Intouch Systems Pvt. Ltd
Bengaluru
04.2011 - 10.2012
  • Managed project timelines and customer relationships for major clients, including VST and CRI Pumps.
  • Successfully planned and executed Bhuwalka Group project across two units within six-month deadline.
  • Received appreciation letter from Bhuwalka Group for timely implementation of project.
  • Promoted to Manager-Implementation after demonstrating effective project management skills.
  • Oversaw AMC support for clients, including Vishwakarma Refractories and SLIFE Group.
  • Ensured all projects adhered to established deadlines, maintaining high standards of quality.
  • Strengthened customer relationships through consistent communication and support efforts.
  • Implemented strategies to improve overall project efficiency and client satisfaction.

Head-PPC

MAPAL India Pvt Ltd
Bengaluru
11.2002 - 04.2011
  • Company Overview: MAPAL is a subsidiary unit of MAPAL group of companies whose headquarters is in Aalen Germany. MAPAL India is one of the leaders in specialized cutting tools serving major automobile industries & machine builders such as BFW, Makino, Bosch, Kennametal, Tata Motors, Hero Honda, Honda Motors, Mitsubishi, Hyundai, Tafe & soon.
  • Key responsibilities included Order Acceptance, Process planning, Production planning and Control, Vendor Development, Costing, Procurement, Packing & Dispatch.
  • MAPAL is a subsidiary unit of MAPAL group of companies whose headquarters is in Aalen Germany. MAPAL India is one of the leaders in specialized cutting tools serving major automobile industries & machine builders such as BFW, Makino, Bosch, Kennametal, Tata Motors, Hero Honda, Honda Motors, Mitsubishi, Hyundai, Tafe & soon.
  • Received award of appreciation for participation & implementation of MAPAL Eye.
  • This is an ERP software that was developed by our internal team comprising of a developer and department key users.
  • Promoted as Assistant Manager & designated as Head-PPC during September 2008.
  • During the implementation of SAP, was appointed as main user for PP Module & member of MM & SD Module.
  • We started the implementation activity in Dec2008 & SAP Go Live was done as scheduled on 01.04.2009, which happened in short span of time.
  • Key user & effective participation in implementation of CO Module in SAP in October 2009.

PPC & Vendor Development Engineer

Hoshi Tools Pvt Ltd
Bengaluru
03.2000 - 10.2002
  • Streamlined production planning and control processes, resulting in improved operational performance.
  • Facilitated vendor development initiatives to strengthen supplier partnerships.
  • Managed process planning for cutting tools and machine parts manufacturing.

Education

BE – Mechanical -

M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology
Bangalore
08.1999

PUC - Science

KLE's S. Nijalingappa College
Bangalore
04.1995

10th -

Sri Sathya Sai Loka Seva Educational Institutions
Muddenahalli
05.1993

Skills

  • PMP certification
  • Business intelligence tools
  • Enterprise resource planning
  • SAP Business One
  • Microsoft Dynamics 365

References

Will be furnished on request

Languages

  • Kannada
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Telugu

Timeline

Project Manager

GainInsights Solution Private Limited
03.2019 - Current

Project Manager

Parity Technologies Private Limited
02.2018 - 02.2019

Project Manager

Exilant Technologies Pvt. Ltd
11.2012 - 02.2018

Project Manager

Intouch Systems Pvt. Ltd
04.2011 - 10.2012

Head-PPC

MAPAL India Pvt Ltd
11.2002 - 04.2011

PPC & Vendor Development Engineer

Hoshi Tools Pvt Ltd
03.2000 - 10.2002

BE – Mechanical -

M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology

PUC - Science

KLE's S. Nijalingappa College

10th -

Sri Sathya Sai Loka Seva Educational Institutions
Lokesh K S