Praveen E Kusagur
Bangalore
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with extensive experience at Magenta EV Solutions, driving fleet management and client relations. Proven track record in scaling operations and achieving 10%+ profit margins. Skilled in logistics management and team leadership, adept at optimizing processes and enhancing service delivery across diverse environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
City-Manager- Operations & KAM (EV-Fleets)
Magenta EV solutions PVT Ltd
09.2023 - Current
- Managing over 150 EV delivery executives and more than 10 clients, including Porter, Milkbasket, and Flipkart NL.
- Oversaw daily revenue of ₹3.5L, scaling operations from scratch.
- Led expansion into 5 or more new cities; managed charging depots, and app adoption.
Senior Operations Associate & Central Team SPOC
Catbus Infolabs Pvt Ltd.
09.2020 - 09.2023
- Managed pan-India EV fleet deployments; streamlined rates and ensured 10%+ profit margins
- Launched and operated 15 Honda Benly EVs across locations
- Led vendor negotiations and inter-team coordination for 100% service uptime
Shift Manager
Bundl Technology Pvt Ltd.
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed logistics teams for efficient order fulfillment and shift planning.
- Monitored operational KPIs, and optimized delivery routes.
Senior Health Crew Member
Cure foods Pvt Ltd.
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Maintained food safety standards and hygiene practices across operations.
- Maintained the 30+ DEs as per the time slots
Associate Manager
Jubilant food works Pvt ltd. (Domino's pizza)
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Supervised outlet operations, staffing, and customer satisfaction.
- Implemented strategies to improve delivery performance.
Hub In charge
Amazon
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Oversaw last-mile logistics, fleet coordination, and hub-level inventory movement
Education
SSLC -
Sri Kumareshwar High School
RattihalliDiploma -
Bapuji Polytechnic
DavangereSkills
- Logistic management
- Customer problem-solving
- Vendor relationship management
- Fleet and logistics management
- Client relationship management
- team leadership (100 employees)
- P&L ownership and cost optimization
- Mis and data reporting
- EV operations and trial management
- Vendor coordination
- Route and delivery planning
Accomplishments
- Porter Rental Model - Growth & Revenue Expansion
- Successfully launched the Porter Rental model from the ground up.
- Scaled operations from zero to 150 active delivery executives.
- Achieved a daily revenue of 2.5 lakh, contributing to a monthly revenue of 70 lakh.
- Reliance & ITC
- Expanded fleet operations across multiple hubs, increasing vehicle count and optimizing utilization.
- Led geographic expansion beyond Bangalore, launching operations in 5+ locations across Karnataka.
- Gourmet Garden
- Scaled fleet operations from 1 to 26 vehicles, expanding capacity and efficiency.
- Launched inter-state operations, driving business growth and market expansion.
- Central Team SPOC
- Managed Pan-India supply operations, ensuring timely deployment across all locations.
- Negotiated and standardized EV vehicle deployment rates, optimizing cost-effectiveness.
Languages
- English, Excellent written and oral
- Hindi, Excellent written and oral
- Kannada, Excellent written and oral
- Telugu, Professional fluency in oral
Clients Worked With
- Porter
- Reliance
- ITC (India Tobacco Company Limited)
- Gourmet Garden
- Blue-dart
- Cera Sanitary Ware
- Super Home Electronics
- Big Basket
- Rivigo
Timeline
City-Manager- Operations & KAM (EV-Fleets)
Magenta EV solutions PVT Ltd
09.2023 - Current
Senior Operations Associate & Central Team SPOC
Catbus Infolabs Pvt Ltd.
09.2020 - 09.2023
Shift Manager
Bundl Technology Pvt Ltd.
01.2019 - 03.2020
Senior Health Crew Member
Cure foods Pvt Ltd.
01.2018 - 12.2018
Associate Manager
Jubilant food works Pvt ltd. (Domino's pizza)
01.2016 - 12.2018
Hub In charge
Amazon
01.2014 - 12.2016
SSLC -
Sri Kumareshwar High School
Diploma -
Bapuji Polytechnic
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