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SANJAY KUMAR PANDI

SANJAY KUMAR PANDI

Bengaluru

Summary

Dynamic Team Manager with a proven track record at Cognizant Technology, excelling in workforce management and data analytics. Achievements include driving 85% process automation, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and optimizing resource allocation. Expertise in leveraging data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions and foster team collaboration. Committed to cultivating a high-performance culture that aligns with organizational goals and drive continuous improvement.

Overview

2
2
Languages
18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

TEAM MANAGER - WFM/MIS

Cognizant Technology
05.2025 - Current

Developed workforce management skills through hands-on experience with staffing and scheduling.

  • Responsible for ensuring the right staffing levels, resource planning, scheduling, and performance management to meet business objectives and service level targets. Basic

Workforce Forecasting - Monitor forecast accuracy and recommend improvements

Capacity Planning - Analyze volume trends and create staffing requirements

Scheduling & RTA Management - Prepare employee schedules and shift plans, Manage leave planning and roster optimization

Data Analysis & Reporting - Generate daily, weekly, and monthly WFM reports, Analyze KPIs such as SLA, AHT, productivity, utilization, and shrinkage. Present insights and recommendations to leadership.

Stakeholder Management - Collaborate with Operations, HR, Training, and Quality teams. Participate in business reviews and workforce strategy discussions.

People Leadership - Conduct performance reviews and coaching sessions every month, Drive process improvements and automation initiatives.

Implemented automation strategies to streamline operational workflows and reduce manual tasks.

  • Automated 85% of RCM processes, reducing manual effort and optimizing workforce utilization.
  • Analyzed business volumes and operational trends to identify cost optimization opportunities through resource reallocation and infrastructure optimization.
  • Produced MIS reports with 99% accuracy, providing real-time data availability and actionable insights for business decision-making.
  • Designed and maintained Power-BI dashboards for better visualizations on user performance, and enhancing operational visibility.
  • Provided solutions for business requirements and ad-hoc requests.
  • Created and delivered high-impact executive presentations to clients, effectively communicating insights, performance trends, and strategic recommendations

Manager

Waterlabs.AI
06.2024 - 05.2025
  • Oversaw AR team of 75 employees to ensure efficient claim processing, timely collections, and resolution of outstanding accounts, enhancing RCM service quality including prior auth and referral.
  • Monitor KPIs such as claim denial rates, collection rates, AR days (DAR), aged receivables, average charges per claim, and average payment per claim, and develop strategies to improve performance
  • Implement and leverage RCM software(eCW-Cloud, RainTree) and automation tools to improve the speed and accuracy of billing, claims submission and Follow-up.
  • Analyzed AR status and provided leadership with regular updates on challenges, denials, and improvement strategies.
  • Reviewing claim aging, payer guidelines, denial trends and appeals and ensuring a smoother process.
  • Track the cash flow of revenue through posting reports to ensure that payments are collected on time and cash flow is optimized
  • Ensure clients have a clear understanding of their bills, payment options, and any financial assistance available. Address any patient inquiries regarding their accounts promptly.
  • Performed regular audits on processes and transactions to ensure policy adherence, identify issues, and implement corrective actions.
  • Analyze operational issues to identify root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions by coordinating with the TQM team, ensuring no process failures

Team Manager

Cognizant Technology Solutions, CTS
06.2017 - 06.2024
  • Managed RCM vertical, overseeing denial management, billing, payment posting, statement, and appeal processes for over 275 providers and 110 clinics to ensure compliance and maximize revenue.
  • Ensured seamless workflow between departments such as Payment Posting, Billing, Charge Entry, Patient Statements, and Denial Management to minimize delays and errors.
  • Monitored KPIs such as claim denial rates, collection rates, AR days (DAR), and aged receivables, and developed strategies to improve overall performance.
  • Developed and implemented SOPs with client sign-offs for each stage of the revenue cycle to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  • Facilitated weekly team meetings to discuss progress, address challenges, and set actionable goals for upcoming deliverables.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and personalized development plans for team members.
  • Prepared and presented reports to senior management, providing insights and recommendations that informed strategic decision-making.
  • Maintained relationships with insurance providers, facilitating effective communication on claim statuses, rejections, and appeals to enhance resolution efficiency.

Team Leader

Mediscribe India
02.2016 - 04.2017
  • Closely monitored team performance by conducting observations and tracking key metrics, identifying underperformance and managing it effectively.
  • Monitored operations to ensure adherence to procedures and achievement of key performance indicator (KPI) targets.
  • Fostered supportive, positive, and collaborative work environment to strengthen employee relationships.
  • Planned employee workloads to effectively address seasonal demand fluctuations.

Quality Control Analyst

Omega Healthcare
11.2008 - 08.2015
  • Conducted audits of quality control systems to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Collaborated with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues, improving product quality.
  • Conducted performance testing to assess key features, including functionality, reliability, performance, and overall quality
  • Analyzed customer feedback to pinpoint quality improvement areas, boosting customer satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce

C V Raman University
Bangalore
04.2001 -

Associate of Science - Science

Laxmi Narayana Mahavidyala
Kodala, Ganjam, Odisha
04.2001 -

No Degree - Schooling

Ratnagiri High School
Ratnagiri, Jajpur, Odisha
04.2001 -

Skills

Workforce management

Performance monitoring

Performance metrics

Process Improvement Initiatives

Process optimization tools

Resource Optimization

Budget Management

Financial Forecasting

Data Analytics

Data analysis

Team Structure Design

Leadership Skills

Additional Information

  • Received “Excellence Award” as a good performer in Omega Healthcare
  • “FACET” Certified at Cognizant Technology Solutions on the Presentation Skills
  • “Opex” certified at Cognizant technology solutions Academy Team for successful completion on all 3 levels of the Operational excellence program 2022-2023

Interests

Cook food, Travelling with Family and Friends

Timeline

TEAM MANAGER - WFM/MIS

Cognizant Technology
05.2025 - Current

Manager

Waterlabs.AI
06.2024 - 05.2025

Team Manager

Cognizant Technology Solutions, CTS
06.2017 - 06.2024

Team Leader

Mediscribe India
02.2016 - 04.2017

Quality Control Analyst

Omega Healthcare
11.2008 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce

C V Raman University
04.2001 -

Associate of Science - Science

Laxmi Narayana Mahavidyala
04.2001 -

No Degree - Schooling

Ratnagiri High School
04.2001 -
SANJAY KUMAR PANDI