PRAVEEN KUMAR MISHRA
Pune
Summary
PMI-certified, Project Management professional with 6+ years of experience managing end-to-end project deliveries in manufacturing domain for large scale organizations.
Key Skills and Experience: Strategic Planning and Prioritization, Requirement Analysis, Project Scoping and Marketing Negotiations, Budgeting, Risk Assessment, Cross Functional Collaboration, Procurement Management, Project Delivery and Deployment, Stakeholders Management.
Managing a team of 30 professionals in order to cater the petroleum clients - IOCL, BHARAT PETROLEUM, HINDUSTAN PETROLEUM AND NAYARA FUEL AND ENERGY
Overview
1
1
Certificate
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
STATE HEAD-PROJECTS
GILBARCO VEEDOR ROOT
PUNE
07.2025 - Current
- Gilbarco Veeder Root, Mumbai – Assistant Manager - Projects September 2024 – Current Projects Handled: IOCL Automation Projects (Phase 8, Phase 9), HPCL Phase 13 Responsibilities: • Project planning and co-ordination with customer & internal teams on overall and weekly basis. • Periodic Monitoring of projects to ensure that milestones and performance indicators are met as per the agreed time frame. • Risk management by Issue Tracking, mitigation actions. • Create and evaluate project reporting; provide timely and accurate project status reporting to internal and external parties. • Develop a Master Project Plan with detailed Weekly action plan, detailing the resource and time committed for the assigned project. • Complete all technical integration evaluation of various elements forming an end-to-end solution. • Conduct Alpha and Beta Trials in Field for Product validation process. • Define clear product and solutions specifications and drive gap analysis / estimating of work content. • Oversee the entire project life-cycle and manage cross-functional team from project initiation to production release and roll out. • Day-to-day management of project team personnel and communication with key stakeholders. • Developed and managed program schedules, ensuring timely delivery of milestones and deliverables. • Plan, organize, lead and control the progress of the assigned projects as per the customer requirements. • Oversaw project signoffs, purchase orders, and budget management. • Develop the Cost targets as per the Business Plan and in line with the Business requirements. • Managed project profitability and revenue generation according to monthly and quarterly goals. • Working as part of a team, managing resource requirements and utilization, keep up to date trackers of project roll-out activity from initial plan through to invoice. • Investigate and negotiate change proposals with relevant stakeholders.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
STATE PROJECT COORDINATOR
MANPOWERGROUP - (DEPLOYED AT ATOS)
PUNE
10.2019 - 06.2025
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to execute state projects successfully and within budget constraints.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, ensuring timely completion and quality deliverables.
- Presented regular status reports to senior leadership on critical milestones, risks, issues encountered during the course of projects managed.
- Optimized resource utilization through strategic planning and prioritization of tasks among team members based on their strengths.
- Established strong working relationships with external partners, vendors, and contractors to achieve shared objectives smoothly.
- Managed stakeholder expectations with clear communication of project goals, timelines, and progress updates.
- Monitored project budgets closely to ensure optimal allocation of resources and cost control measures.
- Provided mentorship and guidance for junior staff members to develop their skills in managing state projects more efficiently.
- Ensured regulatory compliance across all aspects of the state projects by staying current with industry standards and guidelines.
- Conducted post-project reviews to analyze successes, challenges, and lessons learned for continuous improvement efforts.
- Collaborated with various departments to gather necessary information and resources required for successful project execution.
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Streamlined project management by implementing efficient communication and reporting strategies.
- Contributed to the development and continuous improvement of project management processes, tools, and templates within the organization.
- Contributed to the development and continuous improvement of project management processes, tools, and templates within the organization.
TEAM LEAD - RECRUITMENT
TECH MAHINDRA BUSINESS SERVICES
NOIDA
12.2018 - 07.2019
- Evaluated recruitment metrics regularly to identify areas of improvement and implement necessary changes for better outcomes.
- Spearheaded campus recruiting events, promoting company culture while attracting high potential graduates into entry-level positions.
- Reduced time-to-hire for open positions by implementing an improved talent sourcing strategy.
- Optimized applicant tracking system usage for greater accuracy in reporting and data analysis, facilitating informed decision-making processes.
- Enhanced recruitment efficiency by streamlining the candidate screening and interview scheduling processes.
- Managed high-volume requisitions effectively, ensuring a smooth hiring process for all stakeholders involved in the recruiting lifecycle.
RECRUITMENT SOURCING SPECIALIST
FACIO CONSULTING - DEPLOYED AT AMERICAN EXPRESS
GURGAON
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices in sourcing, enabling continuous improvement within the procurement function.
- Worked with departments to find new and better items to fulfill diverse needs.
- Developed comprehensive sourcing strategies for specific categories, resulting in more efficient procurement processes.
- Managed a portfolio of suppliers, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and conditions, as well as quality standards.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants' relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
HR RECRUITMENT EXECUTIVE
TECH MAHINDRA BUSINESS SERVICES
NOIDA
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Streamlined HR processes by implementing efficient recruitment strategies and procedures, resulting in reduced time-to-fill rates.
- Managed relationships with external recruitment agencies to expand reach into niche markets or hard-to-fill positions when needed.
- Negotiated competitive salary packages to secure top talent while maintaining budgetary constraints.
- Organized career fairs and networking events, fostering strong connections between potential candidates and company representatives.
- Conducted thorough background checks and reference verifications, mitigating potential risks associated with hiring decisions.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify specific hiring needs and develop targeted recruitment plans accordingly.
- Achieved high levels of candidate satisfaction by coordinating seamless onboarding processes, including orientation sessions and new hire paperwork.
RECRUITMENT EXECUTIVE
TECH MAHINDRA BUSINESS SERVICES
NOIDA
09.2013 - 11.2014
- Reduced time-to-fill for open positions by proactively sourcing high-quality candidates through various channels.
- Enhanced candidate experience by streamlining the recruitment process and implementing effective communication strategies.
- Increased client satisfaction with timely and accurate reporting on recruitment metrics and ongoing updates on hiring progress.
- Collaborated with HR team to develop job descriptions that accurately reflect role requirements and attract top talent.
- Supported management in developing and implementing personnel policies and procedures.
Education
MBA - MARKETING AND HR
UPTU
LUCKNOW07-2011
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE - FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING
ROHILKHAND UNIVERSITY
PILIBHIT, INDIA07-2006
Skills
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
- PERFORMANCE MONITORING
- RISK MANAGEMENT
- PROJECT PLANNING
- COST ANALYSIS
- DATA ANALYSIS
- TASK PRIORITIZATION
- COMPLIANCE MONITORING
- BUDGET CONTROL
- RISK MANAGEMENT PROFICIENCY
- PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
- STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
- VENDOR MANAGEMENT
- PREPARING REPORT AND DASHBOARDS ON WEEKLY
- PREPARING QBR AND ANNUAL BUSINESS REVIEW
- PROJECT LIFECYCLE MANAGEMENT
- CHANGE MANAGEMENT
- RESOURCE ALLOCATION
- BUSINESS PROCESS MAPPING
- REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Certification
- Project Management Program MAY 2024
- Certified Industrial Accountant JUNE 2008
Timeline
STATE HEAD-PROJECTS
GILBARCO VEEDOR ROOT
07.2025 - Current
STATE PROJECT COORDINATOR
MANPOWERGROUP - (DEPLOYED AT ATOS)
10.2019 - 06.2025
TEAM LEAD - RECRUITMENT
TECH MAHINDRA BUSINESS SERVICES
12.2018 - 07.2019
RECRUITMENT SOURCING SPECIALIST
FACIO CONSULTING - DEPLOYED AT AMERICAN EXPRESS
11.2017 - 12.2018
HR RECRUITMENT EXECUTIVE
TECH MAHINDRA BUSINESS SERVICES
07.2015 - 08.2016
RECRUITMENT EXECUTIVE
TECH MAHINDRA BUSINESS SERVICES
09.2013 - 11.2014
MBA - MARKETING AND HR
UPTU
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE - FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING
ROHILKHAND UNIVERSITY