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Saba Khan PMP®

Saba Khan PMP®

Senior Telecom Program Leader | PMP® | National Rollouts & Digital Transformation Expert
Chhindwara

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Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsPaid time offWork from home optionHealthcare benefitsTeam Building / Company Retreats

Summary

Accomplished Telecom & PMO Leader with 19 years of experience driving national wireless rollouts, digital transformation, and vendor optimization across top telecom operators. PMP-certified, with expertise in managing ₹500+ Cr portfolios, leading 10,000+ site deployments, and delivering projects on time while reducing delays by 15%. Proven success in process automation, stakeholder alignment, and contract negotiations yielding ₹25 Cr+ annual savings. Adept at building high-performing teams, mitigating risks, and enabling sustainable growth in complex, multi-vendor environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
3
3
Languages

Work History

Senior Program Manager

Reliance Jio Infocom Ltd.
05.2013 - Current
  • Directed nationwide wireless rollout (10,000+ sites), ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.
  • Managed Rs.500 Cr. portfolio, achieving 15% reduction in project delays via process automation.
  • Introduced online performance tracking tool improving monitoring efficiency.
  • Collaborated with procurement, finance, and planning to deliver annual savings of Rs.25 Cr.
  • Cultivated partnerships with external organisations, expanding programme reach and impact through collaborative endeavours.
  • Oversaw the implementation of project management methodologies, improving team productivity and project delivery quality.
  • Coordinated resource allocation, ensuring optimal utilisation of personnel, finances, and materials for successful programme execution.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and adopting best practices to enhance programme outcomes.
  • Streamlined operational procedures, resulting in significant cost savings and increased efficiency across programme deliverables.
  • Implemented robust change management processes, minimising disruption and maintaining programme momentum during transitions.
  • Set ambitious team goals and monitored performance against objectives.
  • Coordinated with stakeholders to define programme objectives, delivering tailored solutions that met diverse needs.
  • Conducted regular programme evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions to meet performance targets.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers and service providers, securing favourable terms that supported programme objectives and budget constraints.
  • Drove project meetings, planning and follow-up task delegation to achieve deliverables.
  • Orchestrated the restructuring of project teams, enhancing collaboration and driving forward project advancement.
  • Authored detailed reports and presentations for executive leadership, providing insights into project progress and challenges.
  • Collaborated with senior management to understand needs, successes and failures of existing strategies.
  • Oversaw the successful launch of 10+ high-profile projects, significantly enhancing company reputation in the industry.
  • Balanced priorities of complex stakeholder groups for positive programme outcomes.
  • Engaged with senior management to report on programme status, risks, and achievements, securing ongoing support and resources.
  • Built collaborative cross-functional teams supporting development and implementation of proactive policies.
  • Facilitated workshops and training sessions to enhance team capabilities and knowledge in project and programme management.
  • Mentored 40+ engineers & project leads, enhancing team productivity.

Lead (Manager)

Sistema Shyam Teleservices Ltd. (MTS)
02.2010 - 04.2013
  • Spearheaded budget planning and OpEx-saving initiatives, cutting costs by 12% annually.
  • Coordinated daily with circle acquisition, O&M, and project teams to resolve critical issues.

Ensured timely vendor payments and compliance with project

  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that addressed complex business challenges.
  • Built a high-performance team culture through effective leadership techniques such as coaching, mentoring, and empowerment.
  • Mentored junior employees, fostering a positive learning environment that promoted personal growth and skill development.
  • Enhanced communication and collaboration among team members by organizing regular meetings and brainstorming sessions.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, offering constructive feedback and creating tailored development plans for continuous improvement.

Assistant Manager

Wireless Tata Tele Info. Services Ltd. (WTTIL)
11.2008 - 02.2010
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
  • Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
  • Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
  • Enhanced team productivity by streamlining operational processes.
  • Assisted in budget preparation, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
  • Coordinated with vendors for timely inventory replenishment, ensuring product availability.
  • Facilitated team-building activities, enhancing team cohesion and morale.
  • Optimized scheduling to ensure adequate staffing during peak hours, improving service efficiency.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.

Project Management Engineer

Reliance Communication Ltd.
07.2007 - 11.2008
  • Monitoring the Network Roll out for delivery of Broadband Services to Retail as well as Enterprise Customers.
  • Coordination with Circle Project team for the Progress Review of Broadband OFC Roll out.
  • Taking care of the entire OFC project(FTTH).
  • Budget Preparation for Pan India Broadband Network Deployment.
  • Managing the circle issues related with Broaband Network Deployment on a daily basis.
  • Monitoring the Process for construction of new cell sites across the country.
  • Currently handling 3 projects namely Phase4, Win (1, 2, 3) and Win 4 which basically consists of various site construction details.
  • Collecting the data from all over India and doing hardcore analysis of Data and Reports.
  • Development of new reports as per business, process and operations Requirement.
  • Preparation of various reports, which enables the management, client and operations at various levels to perform the reviews, making decisions and analysis, there on implementation.
  • Automation of reports in MS-Access and MS-Excel.
  • Compile and process the data that comes from all over India.
  • Coordinating with Central and Circle Planning for expediting process for new coverage plans for extending coverage.
  • Preparation and updation of various presentations(Weekly/Monthly). This helps management in decision making.
  • Department: Program Management Broadband Network Deployment (Wireless/Wireline)

Value added service Executive

BPL Mobile Communication Ltd
02.2004 - 06.2007
  • Managing the query and issues relating to BPL net connect.
  • Responsibility to resolve online issues related to software installation of Net connect in various Operating systems like window 98SE, window 2000 family, windows XP and Linux.
  • Complete Net Connect solution for different type of Handset and Data Card
  • Troubleshooting post installation complaint related to connectivity, speed, virus issue and SMTP and POP mail Accessing related Problem.
  • Troubleshooting of Bluetooth and Infrared installation and connectivity issue.
  • Handling MACD & Billing related issue.
  • Taking complaints (if required) and forwarded to the concerned department

Media/Scheduling Executive

Indian Express Newspaper Bombay Ltd.
02.2001 - 01.2004
  • Interacted with agencies
  • Set, scheduled and confirmed appointments
  • Coordinated for advertisements, displays, and events across the nation
  • Acceptance & Billing
  • R.O.punching, direct interaction with auditor, audit queries resolution on a daily basis
  • Interacted with clients for accounting and billing purposes
  • Customer care and support responsibilities
  • MIS –related all jobs
  • Prepared & analyzed Generation, collection, market share &, outstanding reports

Education

Ph.D. - Management

G.H. Raisoni Saikheda (M.P)
Sai Kheda
04.2001 -

Masters In Management Studies (M.M.S.) - Operations

Mumbai University
Vashi, India

B.Tech - Electronics

Terna Engineering
Mumbai, Maharashtra
04.2001 -

Diploma Engineering - Electronics & communication

Sai Poly-technique
Chandrapure, Maharashtra

S.S.C -

MP Borad
Chhindwara, M.P

Skills

Project Planning & Implementation

Certification

PMP

Timeline

PMP

02-2023

Senior Program Manager

Reliance Jio Infocom Ltd.
05.2013 - Current

Lead (Manager)

Sistema Shyam Teleservices Ltd. (MTS)
02.2010 - 04.2013

Assistant Manager

Wireless Tata Tele Info. Services Ltd. (WTTIL)
11.2008 - 02.2010

Project Management Engineer

Reliance Communication Ltd.
07.2007 - 11.2008

Value added service Executive

BPL Mobile Communication Ltd
02.2004 - 06.2007

Ph.D. - Management

G.H. Raisoni Saikheda (M.P)
04.2001 -

B.Tech - Electronics

Terna Engineering
04.2001 -

Media/Scheduling Executive

Indian Express Newspaper Bombay Ltd.
02.2001 - 01.2004

Masters In Management Studies (M.M.S.) - Operations

Mumbai University

Diploma Engineering - Electronics & communication

Sai Poly-technique

S.S.C -

MP Borad

Work Availability

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Affiliations

  • Roject Management Institute (PMI) — PMP® Certified Member
  • Research Scholar, G H Raisoni University — Department of Management
  • IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) — Member (Telecom & Digital Transformation) (if applicable)

Quote

Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins

Software

Project Management: MS Project, Jira, SharePoint, Trello

Data Analysis & Reporting: Excel (Advanced), Power BI, Tableau

Telecom & Network Tools: NetConnect, OSS/BSS dashboards

Telecom & Network Tools: NetConnect, OSS/BSS dashboards

Other Technical Skills: MS Office Suite, Outlook, Windows & Linux troubleshooting

Accomplishments

Ph.D. in Management (Digital Transformation & Sustainable Manufacturing) – Ongoing.
Researcher with published paper on Human-Centric Digital Transformation (Lex Localis Journal, 2025). Presented at ICSI-SE 2025.

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Marathi
Upper intermediate (B2)

STRENGTHS

  • Leadership Quality.
  • Optimistic Attitude, Adaptable, Witty & Good Communication Skill.
  • Passionate to acquire knowledge & Quick learner.
  • Can work effectively & independently as a team player.
  • Accept challenges & responsibilities.

PERSONAL PROFILE

  • Father’s Name: - Md. Nazeer Khan
  • Date of Birth: - 04th June 1981
  • Marital Status: - Married
  • Language Known: - English, Hindi, Marathi
  • Nationality: - Indian

Disclaimer

The information provided in this profile is based on my professional and academic experiences to date. Certain academic publications are under review or awaiting indexing, and details will be updated as they are officially published. All achievements, roles, and responsibilities listed are accurate to the best of my knowledge and can be substantiated upon request.

PERSONAL PROFILE

  • Father’s Name: - Md. Nazeer Khan
  • Date of Birth: - 04th June 1981
  • Marital Status: - Married
  • Language Known: - English, Hindi, Marathi
  • Nationality: - Indian
Saba Khan PMP®Senior Telecom Program Leader | PMP® | National Rollouts & Digital Transformation Expert