Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Additional Information
Accomplishments
Strengths
Software
Education
Personal Details
Disclaimer
Timeline
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Sachin Sawant

Operations Manager
Ambernath West

Summary

Results-driven Operations Manager with extensive 10 plus years of experience in US Payroll processing, specializing in garnishment management. Proven track record of driving process excellence, quality assurance, and strategic transitions across global teams. Demonstrated success in leading cross-border transitions, Adept at leading cross-functional initiatives, implementing automation and FTE-saving projects, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Operations Manager

Wipro Limited
01.2024 - Current

Client Portfolio and Team Leadership

  • Oversee service delivery for a multi-client portfolio across payroll and garnishment.
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration with North American teams through.
  • Strategic touch-base calls to proactively identify and resolve operational issues.
  • Direct performance management initiatives and talent development across multiple service lines.

Operational Excellence and Quality Assurance.

  • Implement robust queue management, SLA monitoring, and quality frameworks.
  • Maintain comprehensive process documentation, and drive continuous process optimization.
  • Generate detailed billing reports and performance dashboards for stakeholders' visibility.

Risk Management and Business Continuity

  • Conduct FMEA assessments to identify potential operational risks, and implement preventive control measures.
  • Lead root cause analysis for escalations, and develop corrective action plans.
  • Maintain and update Business Continuity Planning protocols, including critical resource identification.

Change Management and Client Relations

  • Manage complex change requests and work transition initiatives from North American teams.
  • Handled end-to-end onboarding of new clients, including system setup, process alignment, and stakeholder coordination.
  • Facilitate monthly operational reviews, with comprehensive meeting documentation.
  • Drive colleague engagement initiatives and collaborate with HR on workforce-related matters.

Payroll Process Consultant

Wipro Limited
07.2022 - 12.2023
  • Quality Check & Process Standardization: Led quality assurance initiatives and standardized processes to improve consistency and reduce errors.
  • Process Updates and Tracking: Maintained up-to-date documentation and tracked process changes to ensure alignment with business and regulatory needs.
  • FMEA and JFC: Applied Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Job Function Coding (JFC) to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
  • Training and Mentoring: Delivered structured training programs and mentored team members to enhance skill sets and performance.
  • Refresher and Error Sessions: Organized targeted sessions to address recurring errors and reinforce best practices.
  • System Testing: Participated in system testing cycles to validate functionality and ensure readiness for deployment.

Senior Payroll Analyst / Payroll Analyst /Senior Process Associate

Wipro Limited
01.2016 - 06.2022
  • Managed end-to-end payroll garnishment pay run activities, including payline validation, resolution of off-cycle ticket requests, execution of payroll adjustments, and troubleshooting lock list errors through effective coordination with cross-functional teams and domain experts.
  • Payroll Processing (Garnishment Expertise): Specialized in handling complex garnishment cases, ensuring accurate deductions, and compliance with legal requirements.
  • Audit Calibration: Conducted regular audits and calibrations to maintain payroll accuracy and compliance standards.

Sr. Associate

Hexaware Technologies: (Caliber Point)
08.2013 - 12.2015
  • During my tenure at Hexaware, I was part of the Healthcare department, supporting operations on the payer side.
  • My responsibilities included processing insurance claims and executing payments to U.S.-based healthcare providers, ensuring strict adherence to regulatory and organizational guidelines.
  • Processing: End-to-end insurance claim processing and auditing.
  • Training: Training for new hires.
  • Production: Top performer in regard to productivity.

Skills

  • Client portfolio management

  • Cross-functional collaboration

  • Performance management

  • Quality assurance

  • Payroll Management

  • Leadership & Management

  • Conflict Resolution & HR Collaboration

  • Team Leadership & Development

  • Continuous Process Improvement

Additional Information

  • Enhancement Ideas & CI Projects: Proposed and implemented process improvements under Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives.
  • FTE Saving Ideas & Projects: Identified and executed strategies that led to Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) savings, optimizing resource utilization.
  • Laptop Penetration Project: Spearheaded initiatives to increase laptop adoption for better mobility and productivity.
  • WFH/WFO Project: Managed transitions between Work From Home (WFH) and Work From Office (WFO) models, ensuring smooth operations.

Accomplishments

  • Platinum Award
  • Received Wipro’s highest recognition for outstanding performance, leadership excellence, and significant contributions to business impact and client success.

  • Dazzle Award
  • Recognized for exceptional performance in managing high-volume payroll transactions with accuracy and timeliness.

Strengths

  • Adaptability & Change Management:
    Thrives in dynamic environments, successfully managing WFH/WFO shifts, system upgrades, and organizational changes.
  • Project & Transition Management:
    Experienced in managing payroll transitions, client migrations, and system implementations with minimal disruption.
  • Team Leadership & Mentoring:
    Proven ability to lead, train, and mentor high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning

Software

  • Operating Systems - Proficient in Windows environment
  • Productivity Tools - Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Outlook for data processing and communication
  • HR & Workflow Platforms - Hands-on experience with SAP, PeopleSoft, Service Now, Siebel Oracle, HRX-Assist, Workday and Oracle Content Navigator

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (TYBCOM)
Mumbai University — 2013


Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
Maharashtra State Board — 2010


Secondary School Certificate (SSC)
Maharashtra State Board — 2008

Personal Details

Date of Birth: 11/09/1992

Marital Status: Married

Disclaimer

Notice Period :- 60 Days

Place :- Mumbai

Signature :- (Sachin Sawant)

Timeline

Operations Manager

Wipro Limited
01.2024 - Current

Payroll Process Consultant

Wipro Limited
07.2022 - 12.2023

Senior Payroll Analyst / Payroll Analyst /Senior Process Associate

Wipro Limited
01.2016 - 06.2022

Sr. Associate

Hexaware Technologies: (Caliber Point)
08.2013 - 12.2015
Sachin SawantOperations Manager