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Nikita Dhiwar

Project manager- Publishing
Pune,MH

Summary

Dynamic publishing professional with 8+ years of experience managing global projects and leading cross-functional teams. Proven track record of driving operational excellence in the publishing industry through effective communication, strategic leadership, and a collaborative approach. Known for fostering team collaboration and delivering results. Renowned for adaptability and problem-solving skills, ensuring seamless project execution and stakeholder satisfaction.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Senior Project Executive

Springer Nature Technology And Publishing Solutions
Pune
08.2019 - 12.2024

Project 1- (DeepL - Autotranslations)

  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Maximized use of available resources by allocating tasks efficiently amongst team members based on individual strengths.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
  • Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
  • Led onboarding and mentoring for new team members, and organized training for tool and process adoption.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
  • Collaborated with the technical team to enhance DeepL software, contributing to improved project outcomes.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.

Project 2 - VONQ (Sales Operations)

  • Created and posted job vacancies across different job boards worldwide, like Monster, Indeed, Stepstone, LinkedIn, Google, etc, using the Salesforce application
  • Assisted in budget management, tracking expenses to ensure projects stayed within allocated financial resources.
  • Handled Dutch, German, French & English job boards
  • Managed orders from HAPI, Smart Recruiters & Job Marketing platforms
  • Resolved complaints using Zendesk (a cloud-based customer service platform)
  • Built strong relationships with customers through exceptional customer relationship management practices and delivering personalized support.
  • Efficiently managed receipt, processing, quality and delivery of the orders within SLAs

Production Editor

Integra Software Services
Puducherry
05.2016 - 08.2017
  • Performed analyses and ensured the completeness of the manuscript received for the production team
  • Proofread final manuscripts—including front matter, chapters, and back matter—to ensure alignment with established guidelines. Conducted quality checks on e-Pub files (XML and HTML) and book covers.
  • Collaborated with cover design, editorial and production teams to meet desired content goals.
  • Provided constructive feedback to authors on content revisions, contributing to the development of engaging and informative materials.
  • Developed comprehensive style guides for consistent formatting and language usage across all publications.

Managing Editor

Crest Premedia Solutions Private
Pune
09.2013 - 11.2015
  • Handled projects from Springer US, Dordrecht, Japan, and China as a part of the Springer production house in India.
  • Oversaw all stages of project lifecycle, including the preparation of project launch notes, execution plans, and customized workflows for effective content management.
  • Acted as a key liaison, maintaining strong communication with stakeholders, authors, editors, senior managers, and editorial board members to ensure timely and high-quality publication.
  • Responded promptly and effectively to queries from authors, stakeholders, and internal production teams.
  • Maintained editorial consistency and upheld Springer’s content quality standards across all deliverables.
  • Conducted final proofreading to ensure accuracy and compliance with publishing guidelines.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Zoology

Nowrosjee Wadia College
Pune
04.2009 - 05.2011

Skills

Planning and scheduling

Project tracking

Vabro

Salesforce

MSOffice

Scrum

Zendesk

Agile methodology

Project management

Stakeholder management

Training and mentoring

Documentation and reporting

Accomplishments

Acknowledged by renowned authors in their books:

The Molecular Basis of Autism | Hölderlin and the Consequences: An Essay on the German 'Poet of Poets' | Presenting Without Pandering - Self-Marketing for Creatives: A Psychological Guide | Energy Efficiency in Industry | Digital Platforms and Feminist Film Discourse | Reinterpreting the Dutch Forty Years War, 1672–1713

Recognized for contributing impactful Kaizen initiatives, including:

  • Sub-account & Authentication Sheet – Streamlined access and user management processes
  • Process Documentation for DeepL & VONQ – Standardized workflows to improve efficiency and clarity
  • Error & Solutions Sheet – Developed a centralized reference to reduce recurring issues and enhance problem resolution

Certification

Scrum Master Certified

Timeline

Scrum Master Certified

03-2025

Senior Project Executive

Springer Nature Technology And Publishing Solutions
08.2019 - 12.2024

Digital marketing

10-2018

Production Editor

Integra Software Services
05.2016 - 08.2017

Managing Editor

Crest Premedia Solutions Private
09.2013 - 11.2015

Bachelor of Science - Zoology

Nowrosjee Wadia College
04.2009 - 05.2011
Nikita DhiwarProject manager- Publishing