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SOBHIT MAHESHWARI

IT-TELECOM OPERATIONS HEAD
Greater Noida,UP

Summary

Visionary, Innovative Technology professional driven to maximize results, establish strategic, mutually beneficial partnerships and relationships with business leaders, customers, users, vendors and service providers. Seasoned and resourceful management consulting professional, offering remarkable shared services, managing complex client relationships, developing new business opportunities, as well as establishing internal professional development programs. Equipped with keen analytical and problem-solving skills in high-value, time-intensive environments. Exemplify hands-on participation in the creation, update, and execution of improvement strategies. Possess well-developed interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving capabilities; able to achieve individual goals and serve as an effective team member

Spearheading Business-Centric IT Roadmaps & Growth Strategies. Rising technology executive noted for cutting millions in IT expenses, improving Business Revenue and driving Business Innovation, Leveraging Information security, applications, Operations. Leadership to accelerate Business Growth and gain Competitive Edge. Have 26+ years of work experience in Complex and Large projects. Have experience in providing consultation to large enterprises based in US, UAE, Germany and South East Asia. IT Roadmaps-Team Building-Governance-IT Application Operations-Strategic/Operational Planning-Risk management-IT Budget-Delivery management-Dashboards-Ticketing System.

Overview

11
11
Certifications
4
4
years of post-secondary education
26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

AVP- IT Operations

RELIANCE JIO
09.2014 - Current

Responsible to institutionalize and roll out automations with process as a support for launching Reliance 4G Wireline, NLD, Intracity and Critical O2A/U2C/Billing-Recharging systems

  • Had institutionalize areas with Implementation of Charging Systems, Mediation, OSS-BSS applications across DC/AG3 locations of Reliance.
  • Grassroots efforts to launch Multiple Portfolio Projects resulting in success of supporting customers growth and service.
  • Leading PAN INDIA AG3 operations.
  • Implemented different Operational Setup in different Environments.
  • Implemented Disaster Recovery Setup to handle Major Applications and Customer Life Cycle.
  • Collaborated with Regional and HQ Solutions and Delivery teams to identify, qualify and deliver solutions.
  • Workflow requirements in wireline domain from cross functional stakeholder.
  • Design Validation and approval for implement of process solution.
  • E2E workflow process and get it implemented by concern ISO stake holders.
  • Identify tasks for automation in New or existing process to reduce Life cycle time of E2E Service Order.
  • Process and guidelines for scalable and efficient Fiber Networks using automation tools.
  • Design and implement process solution based on requirement captured.
  • Creation & implementation of telecom (Network/Service) processes related to Active & Passive Fiber Network.
  • Creating, handling huge documentation writing and documents development lifecycle.
  • Enhance performance delivery by Creating & Delivering New Projects to showcase different Operational Performance KPI's.
  • Ensure to have standard Automation Platforms & Tools to fulfill business requirement to optimize time cycle and data quality.
  • Process Efficiency- Implemented New Business Process improving Business Efficiency.
  • Had worked with Partners and team to bring out standard Automation Platforms & Tools to fulfill business requirement to optimize time cycle and data quality.
  • Spearheaded cross-functional initiatives across departments to achieve business goals for bottom-line profits.
  • Resolved issues and recommended actions based on production and compliance reports.
  • Identified and solved issues with production, workforce and material sourcing to drive business objectives.
  • Promoted and led performance enhancement culture by actively coaching and mentoring direct reports.
  • Led operational team in creation, roll out and management of new product lines.
  • Evaluated product development strategies and prepared alternative approaches to exceed goals.
  • Drove short-term and advanced promotional planning processes.
  • Established performance goals for department and provided methods for reaching milestones.
  • Improved Performance KPI's by implementing New Processes, Controlling measures, Reporting mechanisms.
  • Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and overall departmental productivity.
  • Increased workflow by analyzing data and maximizing opportunities for improved productivity across several areas.
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.

IT HEAD-IDEA

IBM
06.2011 - 08.2014
  • Spearheaded Circle Operations as Delivery Manager.
  • Have implemented structured Procedures to smooth IT operations in different sub domains.
  • Appreciations received from Idea Cluster head, Business head.
  • Process Efficiency- Implemented New Business Process improving Business Efficiency.
  • 3G automation failures with reduction from 40% failures to 2 % failures increasing 3G Activations, hence Revenue.
  • 100% Billing Completeness and Timeliness, improving payments/collections.
  • Above 95% service Provisioning request within 0-60min along with completeness above 99.8%.
  • Above 96% Payment Posting, much above defined 92.5% along with completeness above 99.6%.
  • Supported Business with Vtopup availability leading to recharges increasing month on month from 7.7 million to 15 million.
  • Supported Business with above 99% Smart Act activation getting completed within 1minute.
  • Rolled out around 50 SIP’s supporting MAN hrs saving, CSAT improvement, Increasing Gross Revenue and EBITDA increased by 130% and 150% appx.
  • Achieve Service Level Attainment (SLA) of 99.8 % by year end by high focus on addressing root causes & hygiene issues elimination.
  • Achieve CERS/Cust Sat Survey rating of 8 or above for Circle.
  • Ticket Reduction by around 40%.

IT HEAD-AIRCEL

NORTH Region
03.2009 - 06.2011
  • Spearheaded NORTH, Roll out.
  • Implemented and managed Incubation(Innovation projects), projects worked and rolled out - Dynamic SIM Allocation, Mconference, Mreceptionist, M2M(machine to machine communication), NFC(Near field Communication), Mobile Etopup, Dynamic SIM tool Kit, Saral Rozagar, Mcommerce, Intellectual property Rights(IPR), Managed Services piece for VAS.
  • Handled at National Level ETOPUP, KM, Webportal.
  • Supported business with Daily revenue of around 8 Cr from recharges with number of developments rolled out in Etopup.
  • Rolled out Good Contents on Aircel Website (name few)- 3G, MNP, Ideos, Peek, Wifi, Pocket Internet, Mobile Health IT HEAD, IBM INDIA PVT LTD.
  • Overall IT operations in NORTH Circles including Infrastructure, Billing, CRM, ERP, Provisioning, Mediation, Prepaid, VAS, FMS, RA, MIS, HR/Sales apps, QA.
  • Handled Solution Engagement and Delivery.
  • Ensuring proper functionality and delivery of BSS/OSS Applications and Solutions deployed for Business support.
  • Lead outsourced Circle IT Managers and their teams on daily operations and support activities, and ensure adherence to SLAs and committed timelines for all IT functionalities concerning Region
  • Client Engagement, Recognized client problems with analysis, causes and developing alternative solutions with assistance of team.
  • People Management, Recognized and rewarded team contribution, worked towards improving employee morale, and building productive, motivated team..
  • Worked towards to build broader and more flexible approach to ensure customer satisfaction with Brand Essence.
  • Coordination and Project implementation to drive timely delivery in both Infrastructure and Application area, at offices/ showrooms / call centers of Aircel
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

IT HEAD-VODAFONE

IBM
03.2008 - 03.2009
  • Implemented structured Procedures for Issue and Enhancement Tracking and Resolution.
  • Achieved 50% complaints reduction, Appreciations from VEL CIO, IBM PMO, RDE.
  • Handled Entire DC migration of Delhi & NCR Circle from Delhi to Pune.
  • Handled Solution Engagement and Delivery.
  • Ensured Circle Adheres to IBM process defined for Vodafone.
  • Client Engagement, Recognized client problems with analysis, causes and developing alternative solutions with assistance of team.
  • People Management, Recognized and rewarded team contribution, worked towards improving employee morale, and building productive, motivated team. Team members were awarded by BRAVO; SPOT – IBM awards along with I-MADE difference Awards from VEL.
  • Implemented security policies and guidelines that have been defined by IBM for Vodafone project.
  • Help in implementing automation projects that are developed to support national requirements for business or across LoB.

IT HEAD- ORISSA & BIHAR

AIRTEL
11.2005 - 03.2008
  • Leaded Circle Operations.
  • Scored high as First POSTION across 23 circles on ITSAT, CITHD and IT BSC scores for continuously 15 months.
  • Scored STUPENDOUS in CITHD across 23 circles for continuously 12 months.
  • Appreciations from HUB director, CIO, EC members/Business members
  • Interface with business to understand business requirements and translate them to technical specifications for delivery of solution that meets business requirements
  • Managed relationships with company strategic partners IBM, Nokia, Nortel and other technology providers.
  • Help in implementing automation projects that are developed to support national requirements for business or across LoB.
  • Scan market place to keep pace with technology which enables IT to support business growth and new automated ways of doing business
  • Worked towards to build broader and more flexible approach to ensure customer satisfaction with Brand Essence of “THINK FRESH DELIVER MORE”

COUNTRY MANAGER- TECHNICAL HEAD

MOBILEWEBSURF
09.2002 - 11.2005
  • Spearheaded management of country operations. Developed strategies, directions, developing policies, which support company Client base and in-house force. Managed Company Launch in India.
  • Managed in-house new developments/new applications on Java and Mobile Technology for GSM and CDMA network.
  • Launched company products with Indian Mobile Operators and Business groups to name few with some in pipeline Idea, Hindustan Times, NDTV, Airtel, MTNL, BSNL, Support to GSM/CDMA customers.
  • Launched MOBILE content site which is one stop Mobile shop.
  • Launched Company Indian and US website with new ideas integrated in its designing.
  • Managed and controlled show of Company Products on all Mobile devices present in Market.
  • Understanding client SLA'S and responsibility to deliver SLA'S, manage database, manage regular recruitments, co-ordinate with Team and other departments, conduct briefing and training, ensure smooth operations, streamline processes and process improvements, ensuring team morale and motivation.
  • Managing and building partnerships and relationships with vendors and service providers to ensure current and future services needs are met.
  • Manage & resolve problems relating to hardware and software, products, services and standards.
  • Directed and managed Systems Department. This resulted in development of strategies, goals, and objectives, and agreement from executive on corporate implementation strategy.
  • Successfully directed major upgrade to computer infrastructure involving hardware as well software.
  • Handled resolved queries of Customers/Clients related to usage of Products

System Administrator

NEXSTOR
05.1999 - 09.2002
  • In Hughes Software Systems - Headed Satellite Labs and supported management of Client Support, Systems based on, /Solaris & Windows and network hardware and software, data center facilities and client support.
  • Supported the users working on ICO & THURAYA Satellite Communication Project.
  • Managed & resolved problems relating to Customer Services, hardware, software, products.
  • Responsible for the Solaris M/c’s & Windows m/c along with satellite m/c like ChM, ChU, LSRMS, GPS, DSX Panels.
  • Installed New Software releases of Solaris & versions of Windows OS, third party software i.e. Oracle, Orbix, SEM on Sun M/c’s (Ultra & Sparc series).
  • Carried out User administration – creating users, security of user accounts, Modifying User Accounts.
     Disk Administration, Device Administration, File systems Administration, Printer Administration.
     Installing /deleting Patches /Packages/Software’s.
     Planning, Performing Backups and restoring of Systems.
     Controlling Process, Monitoring System Performance, Tuning systems.
     Configuring NFS and Naming Services –DNS on Solaris m/c.
     Maintaining H/w & Software details of Project allocated.
     Monitoring Network performance.
  • In GETMOBILE.DE-GERMANY-Reported to the CEO-IT. Accountable for the development of Code on Oracle with Solaris and management of computer based on Sun /Solaris & Windows and network hardware and software, data center facilities and client support.
  • Responsible for developing Code on ProC for company.
  • Code gives reports on Companies Finances in regards to selling of Mobile sets and Schemes, Selling of Mobile Service, number of customers and revenue generated, Profit incurred calculation
  • Developed GUI on Oracle D2K for companies Customer Support to make users work easy in making entry or carrying out any transaction with database in Oracle 8i

ASSISTANT MANAGER-IT

ESCOTEL MOBILE COMMUNCATIONS
01.1996 - 05.1999

Report to CGM – IT.

  • Handled as Project In charge with support & service to customer Care, Clients, and Engg.team.
  • Accountable for providing running PREPAID project to Circles of Escotel i.e. in UP-West and Haryana and to develop strategies to ensure proper functioning of project and services of Cash Card in Circles.
  • Made various customer-specific SQL or PL/SQL programs. Made various UNIX shell scripts like for backups. UNIX administration.
  • Resolved Customer / In-house problems of Prepaid.
  • Training Customer Dep’t on front end of Prepaid to deal with database for any sort of transaction and to handle customer related query.
  • Training OIS & Engg. Team for administering the servers and making sure of connectivity between Switch and prepaid Server.
  • Dealing with Marketing and Purchase dep’t for launching of prepaid coupons in proper denominations.
  • Responsible for loading of Prepaid GUI in all Customer Support Department.
  • Installing Unix Servers and Windows NT m/c and installing cash card software on Unix with Informix as database.
  • Responsible for Database administration, to check channels allocation for mobile calling, to grant user permissions on Informix database.
  • Created prepaid coupons in Database, updating/modifying database data in case error also. Kept track of users logged into system for transaction with database.
  • Generating reports related to revenue generated, coupons sold, expired coupons, mobile no’s sold in turn.
  • Administered UNIX based Servers and carried out Networking with MSC and BSC on E1 links. Connectivity with OMC also.
  • Managed and built relationships with vendors and service providers like DOT to ensure current and future services needs are meet.
  • Responsible for Installing, Commissioning, testing BTS and M/w Units.
  • Installed wave-guide cables, GSM antennas, M/w Antennas, Power rectifier and Battery backup systems for proper functioning of BTS, M/w, and DSX Units.
  • Carried out Linking with DOT with radio relay equipments operating on 7.5 GHZ, 15 GHZ, 23 GHZ Frequency Bands.
  • Keeping track of status of cards individually and as whole Base Station and M/W station.
  • Uploading of Software’s required for functioning of cards in BTS, BSC.
  • Generating and analyzing reports on UNIX platform on basis of day-to-day requirement.
  • Carrying out maintenance from OMC.
  • Carried out drive test into locations where signals are weak and where signals are required, thus resolved Customers issues.

Education

BE-ELECTRONICS & TELECOMMUNICATIONS - ELECTRONICS & TELECOMMUNICATION

MIT
Aurangabad, MH
09.1991 - 08.1995

Skills

    Operations monitoring

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Additional Information

  • AWARDS , AWARDED BEST STUDENT IN DRAWING & PAINTING. ADJUDGED BEST ATHLETE. Awarded 2nd Prize at National & 3rd Prize at State Level drawing & Painting competition Page 4

Accomplishments

  • 2nd Prize at National level in Drawing
  • 3rd Prize at State level in Painting
  • Best Athlete
  • Best STUDENT in DRAWING & PAINTING

Certification

BLOCK CHAIN TECHNOLOGY and MANAGMENT

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Interests

SINGING, DRAWING, PAINTING, CYCLING

Quote

Experience is a hard teacher because she gives the test first, the lesson after.
Vernon Law

Timeline

AVP- IT Operations

RELIANCE JIO
09.2014 - Current

IT HEAD-IDEA

IBM
06.2011 - 08.2014

IT HEAD-AIRCEL

NORTH Region
03.2009 - 06.2011

IT HEAD-VODAFONE

IBM
03.2008 - 03.2009

IT HEAD- ORISSA & BIHAR

AIRTEL
11.2005 - 03.2008

COUNTRY MANAGER- TECHNICAL HEAD

MOBILEWEBSURF
09.2002 - 11.2005

System Administrator

NEXSTOR
05.1999 - 09.2002

ASSISTANT MANAGER-IT

ESCOTEL MOBILE COMMUNCATIONS
01.1996 - 05.1999

BE-ELECTRONICS & TELECOMMUNICATIONS - ELECTRONICS & TELECOMMUNICATION

MIT
09.1991 - 08.1995
SOBHIT MAHESHWARIIT-TELECOM OPERATIONS HEAD