PRATIMA PARAB
Head of Strategy & PMO
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven strategy leader with 13+ years of experience across management consulting, strategy formulation, project and program management, mergers & acquisitions, and digital transformation. Proven ability to define and execute multi-year growth strategies, lead complex M&A transactions, and spearhead large-scale transformation programs impacting revenues of INR 3500 Cr and over 60,000 employees. Skilled at driving strategic initiatives in hospitality, logistics, retail, and media sectors, with expertise in stakeholder management and global leadership engagement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Strategy & PMO
Sodexo India Services Pvt Ltd
02.2020 - Current
- Architected and led a comprehensive 5-year growth strategy targeting market leadership for the food and hospitality business (INR 3500 Cr+ revenue, 60K employees)
- Directed M&A strategy including end-to-end due diligence and financial modeling; managed multiple deals in a pipeline worth over INR 1000 Cr to support corporate growth ambition
- Established and scaled a high-impact PMO, aligning cross-functional teams to track and achieve strategic KPIs, accelerating digital transformation across 100+ sites
- Led Food Transformation program introducing innovative business models and digital interventions, resulting in proven operational efficiencies and revenue uplift
- Chaired monthly Country Leadership Committee meetings to review performance and align strategic priorities; delivered executive presentations to global leadership on India growth potential and Sodexo strategy roadmap
Senior Consultant
Deloitte India (DTTILLP)
04.2015 - 02.2020
- Engineered go-to-market strategy and business plan for top Indian tea retailer's out-of-home division, undertaking extensive competitive market analysis and strategic evaluation.
- Facilitated merger integration planning and execution for global automobile client within Indian subsidiaries
- Directed change management and continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing customer experience at automobile dealerships by 10%
- Formulated business growth strategies for Indian gourmet food imports, for 5X revenue growth over 5 years
- Produced comprehensive thought leadership with Express Industry Council of India, assessing ecommerce disruption and emerging trends affecting Indian express delivery services
- Authored thought leadership piece on Indian Media & Entertainment industry for FICCI Frames 2016; Reviewed performance metrics of Indian film industry, identifying key threats and opportunities
Business Technology Analyst
Deloitte Consulting USI
06.2010 - 06.2013
- Developed web-based systems for public sector clients in US and risk management automation across multiple Deloitte firms.
Education
PGDM - Information Management
S. P. Jain Institute of Management & Research
01.2015
BE - Electronics
V.E.S’s Institute of Technology (VESIT)
01.2010
Skills
Strategic Planning & Execution
Mergers & Acquisitions (Due Diligence, Financial Modeling)
Program & PMO Leadership
Digital & Business Transformation
Market & Competitive Analysis
Stakeholder & Leadership Communication
Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Extracurricular Interests
Hospitality (SuperHost on Airbnb, hosting travelers), Marathon Running (completed 2 full and 3 half marathons), Travel (visited 12 countries and 17 Indian states)
Timeline
Head of Strategy & PMO
Sodexo India Services Pvt Ltd
02.2020 - Current
Senior Consultant
Deloitte India (DTTILLP)
04.2015 - 02.2020
Business Technology Analyst
Deloitte Consulting USI
06.2010 - 06.2013
BE - Electronics
V.E.S’s Institute of Technology (VESIT)
PGDM - Information Management
S. P. Jain Institute of Management & Research
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