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Pradipta Sahoo

Pradipta Sahoo

Service Desk Lead
Mumbai

Summary

Accomplished IT professional with over 18 years of experience in technical support and operations management, primarily with Johnson & Johnson India Pvt. Ltd. and Kenvue India . I currently serve as a Technical Lead, where I excel in leading a global IT Service Desk team, emphasizing efficient ticket management, resource planning, and compliance enforcement.

Throughout my career, I have developed a robust foundation in IT service management tools, particularly ServiceNow and BMC Remedy, ensuring optimal system performance and security. My leadership style focuses on collaboration, continuous training, and data-driven decision-making, fostering a culture of improvement and high-quality service delivery.

I possess a proven track record in managing third-party payroll relationships, overseeing technical support operations across India, and effectively resolving complex technical queries. My expertise includes queue management, SLA monitoring, Configuration Management Database (CMDB) management, and comprehensive report generation for trend analysis.

As a skilled problem solver, I am adept at managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments while maintaining a keen focus on stakeholder satisfaction. I am committed to fostering a positive work environment, facilitating continuous learning, and driving team performance toward operational excellence.

With extensive experience in asset management, vendor coordination, and SCCM console monitoring, I am well-equipped to leverage my diverse skill set to enhance IT service operations in a Lead IT Service Desk role. My methodical approach, strong attention to detail, and ability to communicate technical information in an accessible manner make me a valuable asset to any organization.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
Certificates
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1

Certification in Data Analytics

Work History

Associate Manager

Quess Corp Limited
Mumbai
10.2017 - Current
  • Lead and manage a global team of IT Service Desk professionals, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.
  • Provide guidance, support, and constructive performance feedback to ensure a high level of service delivery
  • Schedule and coordinate team work shifts to ensure continuous support coverage across multiple time zones, ensuring availability for global operations.
  • Conduct regular team meetings and one-on-one sessions to review performance, address challenges, and identify development opportunities.
  • Oversee the ongoing training and development of the IT Service Desk team, ensuring skills remain current with evolving technology and industry best practices.
  • Monitor ticketing system queues, prioritize and assign tasks to ensure timely resolution of service requests and incidents in compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
  • Serve as the escalation point for complex issues, providing hands-on support as needed to resolve critical incidents.
  • Collaborate with IT departments and stakeholders, including IT management and business leaders, to ensure seamless service delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Analyze IT Service Desk metrics and user feedback to identify trends, areas for improvement, and key training needs.
  • Maintain and update knowledge base articles, ensuring they remain accurate and accessible for both the team and end-users.
  • Managed and updated the CMDB to accurately reflect IT infrastructure configurations. Oversaw the Asset Management Database (AMDB), ensuring accurate records and managing vendor relationships for smooth operations.
  • Dedicated support and maintenance for the MLL (Manufacturing, Logistics & Labs) system, ensuring optimal performance and resolving system-related issues.

Associate Manager, Process & Technology

Getronics Solutions India Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
10.2012 - 09.2017
  • Managed ServiceNow tickets, monitoring ticket volume and SLA compliance.
  • Responsible for resource planning and mapping from hub locations to remote sites.
  • Participated in fortnightly meetings regarding aged tickets, reporting data for the India market.
  • Conducted training sessions for L2 teams to ensure up-to-date knowledge and skills.
  • Managed release activities, ensuring workstation compliance and new image patch management.
  • Provided support for technicians' technical queries and handled escalations from business users.
  • Que manager (Service now Tickets).
  • Responsible for resource planning. Quantity & placement of resources across India
  • Mapping of resources from Hub location to remote sites. Provide justification for RCA and aged ticket. I also participate Fortnightly Aged Tickets
  • Conduct training with l2 team in India to knowledge transfer session to ensure the team is up to date with knowledge and skill that are required for day-to-day work.
  • Ticket Volume matrix, SLA monitoring various kind of Report generation like trend analysis

Site Support Engineer

IT Source Technologies Ltd
Mumbai
05.2011 - 10.2012
  • Monitored SCCM console database and coordinated with site teams for issue resolution.
  • Managed Microsoft security patches, antivirus updates, and SCCM client configuration.
  • Used BMC Remedy tool for ticket monitoring and coordinated technician training for new processes.
  • Managed the asset inventory management system for Johnson & Johnson India.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing support tickets and providing accurate solutions.
  • Implemented technical solutions to solve customer issues and increase satisfaction.

Resident Engineer

Star Computers
Mumabi
05.2009 - 04.2011
  • Monitored construction progress, updating documents and information.
  • Wrote reports, kept thorough field notes and logged daily activities.
  • Evaluated and adjusted construction and engineering processes to maximize project efficiency, solving technical problems.
  • Reviewed design drawings and specifications with meticulous attention to detail, identifying errors or areas requiring clarification before construction commenced.
  • Coordinated with internal teams for first-level desktop support.
  • Managed inventory across locations and provided support for desktop and laptop installations.
  • Troubleshot various software and hardware issues, including network-related problems.

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

Utkal University
Bhubaneswar
06.1999 - 05.2002

Skills

Operations management

Certification

Degree in System Management (DISM)

Work Availability

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Work Preference

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Full Time

Work Location

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Timeline

Associate Manager

Quess Corp Limited
10.2017 - Current

Associate Manager, Process & Technology

Getronics Solutions India Pvt Ltd
10.2012 - 09.2017

Site Support Engineer

IT Source Technologies Ltd
05.2011 - 10.2012

Resident Engineer

Star Computers
05.2009 - 04.2011

Bachelor of Arts -

Utkal University
06.1999 - 05.2002

Degree in System Management (DISM)

ITIL V3 Foundation

Master Diploma in Computer Hardware Engineering (MDCHE)

Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)

Certification in Data Analytics

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