A result oriented Senior professional with 17+ years of experience in Project Management, Operations, Training & Quality, and Customer Engagement across CRM, Banking, Fintech, Telecom, E-commerce, Utilities, and Travel industries. Adept at managing large-scale projects, optimizing processes, and enhancing service quality while ensuring business growth and compliance Led teams ranging from 25 to 750+ FTEs, driving operational excellence and process improvements Expertise in stakeholder management, KPI development, workflow optimization, and strategic execution Certified in TESOL/TEFL & Six Sigma (Yellow Belt), applying structured methodologies to enhance efficiency. Skilled in Process Migrations, Remote transitions, performance coaching, and team development. Strong background in escalation management, service quality, and customer engagement strategies
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Practice Manager
SPAR SOLUTIONS Pvt Ltd
Pune
12.2022 - 07.2024
Led practice management for Sales force Platinum Partner projects, overseeing projects execution, resource allocation, and operational efficiency
Managed end-to-end hiring and onboarding processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and workforce needs
Designed and implemented learning & development (L&D) programs, including role-specific training, up-skilling initiatives, and leadership coaching
Conducted regular one-on-one coaching sessions, identifying employee growth opportunities, resolving challenges, and fostering professional development
Led annual performance appraisals, providing structured feedback, setting growth objectives, and recognizing high-performing employees in collaboration with the HR Team
Developed training content focused on communication, team collaboration, and problem-solving, enhancing overall team effectiveness
Spearheaded team-building initiatives, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved employee engagement and retention
Reviewed timesheets, productivity reports, and project status updates, ensuring efficiency and adherence to client deliverables and business objectives
Collaborated with other Project Managers (PMs) to streamline workflows, improve cross-functional communication, and optimize project execution
Proactively identified and addressed project roadblocks, implementing corrective actions to mitigate risks and maintain operational efficiency
Developed and tracked KPIs and performance metrics, ensuring projects were delivered on time, within scope, and budget
Engaged in client and stakeholder management, acting as the key liaison between business teams, developers, QAs, and external partners
Ensured regulatory compliance and quality assurance, tracking licensure requirements and operational policies
Maintained detailed project documentation and reporting, ensuring transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement
Manager – Training & Quality
Better World Technologies (Zeta) Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
12.2021 - 12.2022
Led & handled the entire Customer support Infrastructure to enhance customer engagement, product adoption, and operational excellence
Collaborated cross-functionally with Product, Marketing, Partnerships, and Customer Engagement teams to develop enablement resources, including on boarding programs, sales training, and product certifications
Designed and implemented a structured product training and certification program for new hires, improving on boarding efficiency and service quality
Established robust communication channels between developers, testers, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and smooth issue resolution
Coached and mentored teams, ensuring they effectively resolve complex customer issues while adhering to policies and quality standards
Spearheaded talent development initiatives, identifying training gaps, conducting skill enhancement programs, and assisting in hiring top talent
Developed and implemented a structured customer interaction monitoring framework, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and service excellence
Designed training content to enhance communication, customer engagement, and service quality, equipping teams with skills to handle high-value customer interactions
Managed and updated training calendars, SOPs, and compliance guidelines, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory standards
Built a culture of continuous improvement by implementing Lean, Kaizen, and productivity enhancement tools, driving operational efficiencies
Conceptualized innovative training approaches, including external certifications, in-house sessions, mentorship programs, and self-learning modules
Implemented strategic problem-solving initiatives, running experiments to challenge assumptions and drive process enhancements
Led recruitment, workforce planning, and coaching efforts, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
Provided strategic oversight on process design, ensuring the training and quality team operates efficiently using Figma & Lucid tools
Developed industry best practice operating procedures, ensuring consistency across all business units and compliance with revenue cycle regulations
Established compliance standards, ensuring accuracy in all hospital and provider activities
Acted as a key resource for quality management, KPI tracking, and performance measurement, aligning training operations with business objectives
Managed budgets and resource allocation, ensuring prudent financial management while meeting operational targets
Monitored daily staff functions, identifying gaps and implementing corrective measures for process optimization
Conducted quality audits and root cause analysis, identifying continuous improvement opportunities and implementing corrective actions
Proactively resolved operational issues, working with stakeholders to develop long-term solutions that prevent recurrence
Evaluated, developed, and executed training programs for new operations impacting initiatives, ensuring seamless transitions
Maintained up-to-date training content and quality reference guides, ensuring teams are equipped with accurate information
Manager – Training & Quality
One97 Communications Ltd
Bangalore
04.2021 - 11.2021
Company Overview: (Fintech)
Managed training and quality frameworks to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency across in-house and vendor teams
Developed performance measurement models, defining quality SLAs and governance for customer-facing teams
Conducted risk assessments, identifying constraints and implementing process optimizations to improve service delivery
Coached teams on communication, soft skills, and service excellence to drive customer satisfaction
Led SOP development and quality audits, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement
Spearheaded bottom quartile management (BQM) strategies, boosting quality scores and team performance
(Fintech)
Manager – Training & Quality (Banking & Insurance)
Managed operations and quality for international projects in Telecom (Virgin Media) and Banking (Deutsche Bank), ensuring service excellence
Led process improvement initiatives, identifying gaps and optimizing workflows for enhanced efficiency and customer satisfaction
Acted as a requirements management project lead, gathering and documenting business and stakeholder requirements (BRD) using focus groups, interviews, and workshops
Oversaw new process implementations, including forecasting, planning, and stakeholder alignment
Translated high-level business requirements into process specifications, ensuring seamless execution
Facilitated cross-functional improvement workshops, identifying inefficiencies and implementing corrective measures
Documented and validated process workflows, managing risk and ensuring operational compliance
Coordinated with clients and internal teams during project execution to meet business requirements
Provided training and on-going support to operations teams, account management, and end-users on new processes and tools
Acted as an escalation point for process issues, ensuring quick resolution and minimal disruption
Education
Bachelor’s in Arts -
Pune University
Pune
07.2012
Skills
Project Planning & Execution
Operations & Process Management
Leadership & People Development
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
Data-Driven Decision Making
Change & Performance Management
MS Office Suite
JIRA/SFDC/Figma
Lean Six Sigma
Risk Assessment
Change Management
Strategic Problem Solving
Effective Communication
Negotiation
Leadership
Team Collaboration
Data-Driven Insights
Reporting
Adaptability
Multi-Tasking
Certification
Certified Active Manager, Bearing Point, UK
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, MSME-TDC
Yellow Belt Certified, IBM
TESOL/TEFL Certification, ACT, Canada
Accomplishments
CSAT Improvement Project- 10% in email LOB & 5% Improvement in Chat Channel
Successful transition of Business process from South Africa. Travelled to CAPETOWN for process migration from South Africa to India
Successful remote migration: 4 departments with an addition of 6FTEs in the business
Contributed to successful certification ISO: 9001:2015
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the information given above is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Awards
Best Team Manager of the Quarter, (Best team performance, process ideas, High CSAT), Capita, 12/2015
Going the extra Mile, (Coaching award for teamwork, mentoring and support of peers), IBM, 01/2009
Going the extra Mile, (Most process improvement projects delivered), IBM, 01/2010
Consistent delivery on Project Management Review (PMR), with rating of “A”, IBM, 01/2010
Net Promoter Score (NPS) awareness campaign, IBM, 01/2009
Languages
English
Hindi
Marathi
Tamil
Timeline
Practice Manager
SPAR SOLUTIONS Pvt Ltd
12.2022 - 07.2024
Manager – Training & Quality
Better World Technologies (Zeta) Pvt Ltd
12.2021 - 12.2022
Manager – Training & Quality
One97 Communications Ltd
04.2021 - 11.2021
Manager – Training & Quality (Banking & Insurance)