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SANTOSH NADAR

SANTOSH NADAR

Hyderabad

Summary

Results-oriented Program Manager with extensive experience at Amazon Development Center, recognized for delivering significant business analysis and program management outcomes. Achieved a 1,200 basis point reduction in contact transfer rates through exceptional leadership and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in driving strategic initiatives, operational efficiencies, and implementing cost-saving solutions. Committed to continuous improvement and fostering team collaboration to ensure successful project delivery in dynamic environments.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr.Program Manager, Exec Escalations & PM, OpEx

Amazon Development Center
Hyderabad
02.2020 - Current

• Led executive escalations process improvement for North America and Far East regions, delivering 900bps improvement through strategic defect elimination initiatives

• Reduced contact transfer rate by 1,200bps (32% to 20%) across NA and India marketplaces, generating $3.26M in cost savings

• Established and managed centralized initiative tracking program, enhancing cross-team collaboration and project success rates

• Successfully delivered critical programs including SPSAT (2021), EDR (2022), and NRR (2022) for NA region within targeted timelines

• Developed and implemented web-based impact assessment dashboard and QS Initiative Calculator, enabling data-driven decision making

• Enhanced seller satisfaction metrics through targeted SOP improvements and strategic outreach programs, focusing on high-value sellers ($1M+ business)

• Built strategic partnerships across organizations (SP-S and external teams) to drive large-scale improvement initiatives

Sr.Business Analyst & Business Analyst

Amazon Development Center
Hyderabad
08.2014 - 02.2020

• Led end-to-end analytics strategy, developing key metrics and insights that drove strategic decision-making during Weekly, Monthly, and Quarterly Business Reviews

• Served as Scrum Master for two cross-functional teams (5+ members), managing sprint backlogs, facilitating agile ceremonies, and implementing process improvements to accelerate delivery

• Established and optimized KPI frameworks, identifying critical performance drivers and implementing controls to achieve targeted outcomes

• Partnered with executive leadership on annual goal-setting, providing data-driven insights and performance counseling for quality improvement initiatives

• Designed and automated comprehensive reporting solutions using OBIEE and ETL, streamlining daily, weekly, and monthly operational dashboards

• Collaborated with global stakeholders to enhance seller experience programs, resulting in improved quality metrics and reduced contact rates

• Participated in talent acquisition initiatives, contributing to team growth and operational excellence

Sr. Business Analyst / Business Analyst - I/ Analyst

Dell Computer India Pvt. Ltd
Hyderabad
08.2006 - 02.2014

Led cross-functional collaboration with Sales and PMO teams to transform business requirements into detailed system specifications, and design solutions.

• Managed and mentored a team of two analysts, providing direction on daily operations and strategic initiatives.

• Developed and implemented comprehensive Business Objects dashboards and scorecards, enabling data-driven decision-making for stakeholders.

Spearheaded report automation initiatives, resulting in streamlined daily, weekly, and monthly operational reporting processes.

Partnered with senior management to deliver strategic analysis and actionable insights, driving business optimization.

Senior Officer/Officer

ICICI Bank Phone Banking
Hyderabad
01.2004 - 08.2006

Led end-to-end workforce management operations for a large-scale call center, implementing DEFCON protocols, and real-time monitoring systems.

• Developed and optimized manpower planning strategies through accurate workload forecasting, resulting in improved resource utilization and performance metrics.

• Managed real-time operations using Avaya Supervisor, effectively handling call volume fluctuations, and maintaining optimal service levels.

Supervised the WFM team in daily operations, ensuring accurate scheduling, forecasting, and auxiliary management to meet business KPIs.

Education

M.Sc. - Computer Science

Affiliated College of Osmania University
Hyderabad
01.2003

Skills

Leadership and management

Program/Project Management

Team Leadership and Talent Management

Stakeholder & Change Management

Methodologies and frameworks

Agile/Scrum Management

Business Analysis and Process Improvement

Data-Driven Decision Making

Technical and Operations

Requirements Analysis & Transition Management

Performance Analytics and Reporting

Dashboard Development and Metrics

Tools and Technologies

SQL & Advanced Excel

OBIEE/Business Objects

ETL & Data Warehousing

Certification

Professional Scrum Master (PSM), Scrum.org.

Certificate Program in IT Project Management, Indian School of Business

Supply Chain Management Expert |Accredited, Six Sigma Academy, Amsterdam.

Timeline

Sr.Program Manager, Exec Escalations & PM, OpEx

Amazon Development Center
02.2020 - Current

Sr.Business Analyst & Business Analyst

Amazon Development Center
08.2014 - 02.2020

Sr. Business Analyst / Business Analyst - I/ Analyst

Dell Computer India Pvt. Ltd
08.2006 - 02.2014

Senior Officer/Officer

ICICI Bank Phone Banking
01.2004 - 08.2006

M.Sc. - Computer Science

Affiliated College of Osmania University
SANTOSH NADAR