MANUPRASAD S N
Bengaluru
Summary
Business Operations and Strategy professional with 10+ years of experience spanning transportation, digital transformation, business development, and industrial automation. Proven expertise in business analysis, commercial strategy, process optimization, route profitability, stakeholder management, and operational excellence. Executive MBA graduate with a strong track record of driving business growth, cost optimization, and technology-led transformation.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Operational Head & Business Development
Sri Durgamba Travels
Bengaluru
06.2023 - Current
- Identified and evaluated new market opportunities, leading planning and launch of new intercity routes that expanded business reach
- Drove commercial performance through development of pricing strategies, monitoring route profitability, and optimization of fleet deployment for 54-bus premium sleeper network
- Collaborated with vendors, OEMs, and internal teams to streamline procurement processes and enhance operational efficiency while controlling costs
- Conducted market and profitability analysis to identify growth opportunities and support strategic business decisions
Chief Maintenance Officer
Sree Gajanana Motor Transport Company Limited
Sagar
01.2019 - 05.2023
- Led end-to-end operations of a public transport company operating 65+ daily routes with 200+ employees.
- Implemented data-driven maintenance strategies, significantly reducing vehicle breakdowns.
- Coordinated with finance, HR, PF, ESI, labour department, ROC, statutory auditors, and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
- Spearheaded digital initiatives, implementing RFID-based smart ticketing and cashless passenger cards to enhance customer experience and streamline operations.
- Collaborated with directors on strategic planning, budgeting, and business performance to align operational goals with company objectives.
System Engineer
Tata Consultancy Services Limited
Pune
12.2014 - 08.2017
- Programmed Siemens PLCs using TIA Portal and developed Siemens WinCC SCADA applications, ensuring robust system performance.
- Designed Functional Design Specifications (FDS), IO Lists, SCADA Graphics, and PLC architecture to streamline system integration.
- Developed PLC and SCADA automation solutions, enhancing operational efficiency for large industrial wastewater treatment plants.
- Performed testing, debugging, simulation, and commissioning support
- Collaborated with global clients and cross-functional engineering teams
Education
M B A - EXECUTIVE
CHRIST (DEEMED TO BE UNIVERSITY)
Bangalore05-2025
Bachelor of Technology - Instrumentation & Control Engineering
N S S COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Palakkad04-2014
G R A D E - Grade 10 & 12
VIVEKODAYAM BOY’S HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL
Thrissur03-2010
Skills
- Business Analysis
- Requirement Gathering
- Process Improvement
- Business Strategy
- Operations Management
- Business Development
- Route Profitability Analysis
- Cost Optimization
- Procurement & Vendor Management
- Market Research
- Data Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Digital Transformation
Leadership Experience
Operational Head | Sri Durgamba Travels | 2023 – Present
- Lead commercial and operational strategy for a 54-bus premium sleeper network, driving route expansion, revenue growth, and cross-functional collaboration to improve business performance.
Chief Maintenance Officer | Sree Gajanana Motor Transport Co. Ltd. | 2019 – 2023
- Directed operations and organizational transformation for a 65-route public transport network, leading process improvements, digital initiatives, and stakeholder engagement to enhance operational efficiency.
System Engineer | Tata Consultancy Services | 2014 – 2017
- Led automation solution delivery for large-scale industrial projects, collaborating with global clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex PLC and SCADA implementations.
Technical Skills
- Advanced Excel
- Microsoft Office
- PLC & SCADA (as a supporting skill)
- Programming Languages (C, C++)
- ERP Systems
- CRM
Key Projects
- RFID Smart Ticketing Implementation
- New Route Expansion Strategy
- Dynamic Pricing Implementation
- Fleet Cost Optimization
- EV Feasibility Study
- Payment Gateway & Platform Fee Implementation
- Government Transport Tender Preparation
- MBA Project on PPP Model of Public Transport System
Key Achievements
Sri Durgamba Travels | 2023 – Present
- Conducted market and profitability analyses that supported the successful launch of new intercity routes and optimized fleet deployment
- Introduced AMCs for Maintenance and Tyres
Sree Gajanana Motor Transport Co. Ltd. | 2019 – 2023
- Introduced RFID-based smart ticketing.
- Established direct procurement from OEMs.
- Reduced workforce from 320 to 200 while maintaining operational capacity
Tata Consultancy Services | 2014 – 2017
- Received Client appreciations for the major projects done
Timeline
Operational Head & Business Development
Sri Durgamba Travels
06.2023 - Current
Chief Maintenance Officer
Sree Gajanana Motor Transport Company Limited
01.2019 - 05.2023
System Engineer
Tata Consultancy Services Limited
12.2014 - 08.2017
M B A - EXECUTIVE
CHRIST (DEEMED TO BE UNIVERSITY)
Bachelor of Technology - Instrumentation & Control Engineering
N S S COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
G R A D E - Grade 10 & 12
VIVEKODAYAM BOY’S HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL