Saran Vasudev
Business Analyst
BELFAST
Summary
Adaptable Agile Product Owner with a global perspective, skilled in driving successful product development through agile methodologies. Committed to enhancing organizational efficiency and delivering exceptional value in diverse and international environments
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Business Transformation Product Owner
Deloitte
Belfast
09.2022 - Current
- Led cross-functional cost transparency and reduction programs, leveraging Cost Diagnostic Tool; delivered key insights to leadership team, resulting in 15% reduction in operational costs and $2.5 million in annual savings.
- Managed cross-functional teams of 12 in 3 locations (London, Belfast, and Bucharest ), and collaborated with business development, data analysis, operations and marketing.
- Streamlined cross-functional collaboration by leading process improvement initiatives; identified and addressed 10+ process gaps, resulting in 25% reduction in turnaround time and 15% increase in overall team efficiency.
- Spearheaded comprehensive data analysis and market research initiatives, uncovering key customer trends and preferences, enabling development of targeted marketing strategies that drove 20% increase in conversion rates and $1.5 million in additional revenue.
- Developed and deployed interactive Tableau dashboards to visualize complex data sets, enabling data-driven decision-making and enhancing insights across organization.
- Played pivotal role as Business Analyst in conceptualization and successful launch of cloud platform named Cost Diagnostic Tool, employing agile methodologies throughout project lifecycle
Business Analyst
Heavenly Health Care Ltd
London
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Optimized product performance by identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders by maintaining open lines of communication and addressing concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality products that met customer needs.
- Led cross-functional discussions with business and IT teams to set clear short-term and long-term objectives, resulting in successful product launch that achieved 50% increase in revenue within first quarter.
Implementation Consultant
Dwise Healthcare Solutions
New Delhi
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Spearheaded change management initiatives within organizations, facilitating smooth adoption of new technologies among employees at all levels.
- Created BDD cases for streamlined QA and UAT processes. Performed functional testing to validate solution effectiveness.
- Coordinated acceptance tests with users to ensure product quality and user satisfaction.
- Implemented and maintained Scrum tools and techniques for project tracking.
- Facilitated sprint planning meetings, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups, ensuring clear communication and alignment among team members; increased team productivity by 67% YoY.
- Supported senior product owners and business in overcoming challenges using Scrum methodology.
Testing and Implementation Engineer
DataMate Solutions
Ernakulam
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Generated SQL queries to enhance data retrieval efficiency.
- Created automated reports using SQL and data visualization tools.
- Diagnosed software issues and applied fixes to restore functionality.
- Followed test automation guidelines for creating and executing scripts.
- Proactively identified areas for improvement within current processes, leading to enhanced operational efficiency and productivity.
- Supported clients throughout the post-implementation phase, addressing any concerns or issues quickly and effectively.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
04.2001 -
Skills
Product Lifecycle Management
Agile and Scrum Methodology
Experienced in SharePoint, Visio, Jira, Confluence, AWS, and MySQL
Solution design and analysis
Experienced in creating Tableau dashboards
Competent in SQL database management
Testing and implementation of product software
Requirements Elicitation
Client Relationship Management
Additional Information
- 9+ years of experience as a Results-driven Product Owner translating complex business requirements into efficient technical solutions and bridging the gap between business needs and technology.
- Proven experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, driving projects from inception to successful implementation.
- Expertise in agile requirements gathering, solution design, process optimization and facilitating effective communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders.Proven expertise in project management, business analysis, quality management, Scrum Frameworks.
- Recognized for analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and commitment to delivering solutions aligned with organizational goals.
- Skilled in change management, data analytics, and data visualization, business process mapping, modelling, and BDD Case Writing.
Domain Knowledge
Healthcare Technology: Expertise in healthcare product ownership,focusing on solutions that improve patient care, streamline processes, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
Financial Services: Proven track record in product ownership within the financial sector, involving the creation and enhancement of financial tools, leveraging industry expertise to optimize financial processes, identify inefficiencies, and enhance overall performance for organizations.
Certification
BCS Certified -Business Analysis Foundation Certificate
Timeline
Business Transformation Product Owner - Deloitte
09.2022 - Current
Business Analyst - Heavenly Health Care Ltd
04.2021 - 02.2022
Implementation Consultant - Dwise Healthcare Solutions
08.2017 - 08.2018
Testing and Implementation Engineer - DataMate Solutions
05.2016 - 08.2017
University of Bedfordshire - Master of Science, Computer Science
04.2001 -
SCMS College of Engineering - Bachelor of Technology, Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
04.2001 -