Sarmistha Bastia
Hyderabad
Summary
Resourceful Project Manager with 15 years of experience in optimizing business operations, overseeing finances, and managing resources to ensure seamless project execution. Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning and complex problem-solving, complemented by strong networking and marketing skills. Proficient in cross-functional communication and employee supervision. A decisive leader focused on leveraging program management expertise to contribute to organizational success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
SCL Life Sciences LTD
Hyderabad
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with functional managers to develop program resource plans and assign program resources and achieve success in building the team.
- Utilized project management tools and methodologies to track program progress, identify variances, and implement corrective actions as necessary, so that cost and TAT were reduced effectively without hampering the specifications.
- Generated and delivered reports, program review presentations and other program status updates.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Established and maintained relationships with vendors and external partners, negotiating contracts to support program objectives.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Created tactical relationships with teams to propel projects and attain results.
- Prioritized tasks and managed teams throughout multiple projects.
- Oversaw the resolution of issues and challenges impacting program delivery, facilitating problem-solving and decision-making processes.
- Facilitated change management processes, supporting the organization and stakeholders through program transitions.
- Conducted risk assessments, developing and implementing risk management strategies to minimize impact on program objectives.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
Project Manager
Aragen Life Sciences Ltd
Hyderabad
12.2021 - 10.2024
- Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Presented findings from data analysis in a clear, concise manner that was easily understood by stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
- Drafted reports summarizing progress made on projects for review by executive leadership team.
- Reviewed project risks and devised proactive strategies to avoid potential roadblocks.
- Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
- Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
- Identified needs and coordinated resource allocation to deliver quality standards on time and within budget.
- Analyzed data from various sources such as surveys, interviews, focus groups. to inform decision-making related to projects.
- Negotiated with project stakeholders or suppliers to obtain resources or materials.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Project Manager
Sai Life Sciences
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Facilitated change management processes within organizations by effectively communicating benefits of new systems or processes being introduced during projects.
- Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks, and took corrective action as needed.
- Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
- Presented findings from data analysis in a clear, concise manner that was easily understood by stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Senior Research Analyst
Farcast Biosciences
05.2018 - 10.2019
- Developed detailed reports and presentations for stakeholders outlining findings from qualitative and quantitative analysis.
- Tracked communications strategies, advertising campaigns and marketing approaches to measure successes and failures.
- Provided expertise in creating survey instruments, sampling plans, questionnaire design and data collection strategies.
- Summarized raw data and analyses and made recommendations based on findings.
- Created proposals for service and product strategies based on marketing data.
- Led project teams in designing, managing and executing research projects to identify customer needs and preferences.
- Created dashboards displaying key performance indicators that were used by management for decision making purposes.
Senior Process Associate
Invensis Technologies PVT LTD
12.2016 - 05.2018
- Ensured regulatory compliance within all aspects of the operation by conducting thorough audits and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Maintained accurate documentation of processes, facilitating easy reference for internal audits and knowledge transfer.
- Supervised team of process associates to enhance accountability, develop professional skills and improve efficiency.
Auditor
Omega Healthcare PVT LTD
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Contributed to development of new auditing techniques, staying ahead in rapidly evolving financial landscape.
- Managed multiple concurrent audit engagements, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
- Collaborated closely with other team members to develop effective audit plans.
- Reviewed financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.
Junior Medical Coder
Optum
07.2014 - 08.2015
- Analyzed patient charts and records to extract relevant coding information.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA regulations.
- Read through patient health data, histories, physician diagnoses and treatments to gain understanding for coding purposes.
- Conducted audits to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Coordinated with billing department to clarify billing issues related to coding.
- Assisted with the development of coding policies and procedures.
- Performed quality assurance checks on coded data.
Asst. Professor
Pratishtha Institute Pharmaceutical Sciences
12.2010 - 06.2014
- Provided guidance for student thesis and dissertation work.
- Developed syllabus of lectures, classwork and assignments and distributed to students on first day of class.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching methods that enhanced student engagement and learning outcomes.
Education
SAFe 6 POPM - Project Management
Scale Agile Inc.
USA03-2025
Project Management Professional - Project Management
Project Management Institute
USAMBA(WX) - Operations Management
NMIMS
MumbaiM. Pharma - Pharmacy
Roland Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
OdishaSkills
- API development
- Procurement
- Customer service
- Program reviews
- Stakeholder communication
- Problem-solving
- Scope management
- Employee scheduling
- Program performance analysis
- Documentation proficiency
Affiliations
- I volunteered in many social work/charity activities
- A badminton player
- A language learner: Odia, Hindi, English, Bengali, Gujarati, Telugu
- Backpacking through most parts of India
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Program Manager
SCL Life Sciences LTD
10.2024 - Current
Project Manager
Aragen Life Sciences Ltd
12.2021 - 10.2024
Project Manager
Sai Life Sciences
06.2020 - 12.2021
Senior Research Analyst
Farcast Biosciences
05.2018 - 10.2019
Senior Process Associate
Invensis Technologies PVT LTD
12.2016 - 05.2018
Auditor
Omega Healthcare PVT LTD
09.2015 - 12.2016
Junior Medical Coder
Optum
07.2014 - 08.2015
Asst. Professor
Pratishtha Institute Pharmaceutical Sciences
12.2010 - 06.2014
SAFe 6 POPM - Project Management
Scale Agile Inc.
Project Management Professional - Project Management
Project Management Institute
MBA(WX) - Operations Management
NMIMS
M. Pharma - Pharmacy
Roland Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
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