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Somina Manikanta Manohar

Somina Manikanta Manohar

Hyderabad

Summary

Strategic Business Leader with over a decade of experience in planning, P&L management, and business strategy in the customer service industry. Expertise in global operations management, outsourcing, and service delivery, with a focus on Lean Agile methodologies. Drives continuous improvement initiatives and effectively manages end-to-end operations across retail, finance and accounting, and shipping and logistics.

Overview

3
3
Languages
3
3
Certifications
9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager-Operations

Wns Global Services_ Part Of Cap Gemini
11.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated daily operations to enhance workflow and improve service delivery.
  • Led process optimization initiatives that increased booking accuracy and reduced turnaround time by up to 40% through digital transformation and automation.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including operations, IT, and compliance, to integrate country-specific requirements into standardised SOPs, achieving seamless workflow consolidation.
  • Implemented unified performance dashboards to monitor KPIs and SLA adherence, enhancing tracking capabilities and enabling swift issue resolution.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including operations, IT, and compliance, to integrate country-specific requirements into standardised SOPs, consolidating workflows for improved efficiency.
  • Enhanced system integration for bookings and introduced automation solutions, increasing data accuracy and reducing manual interventions by 30%.
  • Organised periodic reviews and feedback loops with end-users and country managers to continuously refine booking processes and maintain high customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinated international business travel and gained exposure to diverse cultures through visits to Thailand, Colombo, and Vietnam, enhancing cross-cultural communication and operational insights.
  • Organised periodic reviews and feedback loops with end-users and country managers to refine booking processes and ensure high customer satisfaction.

Process Lead

Firstsource
08.2023 - 10.2024
  • Led root cause analysis sessions to resolve recurring issues and improve service delivery.
  • Streamlined process workflows to enhance operational efficiency and reduce turnaround time.
  • Optimized resource allocation, ensuring the right personnel were assigned to appropriate tasks for maximum output.
  • Analyzed performance metrics to drive strategic decision-making and optimize resource allocation.
  • Managed end-to-end project lifecycles, ensuring timely delivery of process enhancements.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for new hires, ensuring consistency in process execution across all team members.
  • Developed training materials and mentored junior staff on best practices in process management.
  • Mentored junior team members on best practices and process improvements.

Team Leader -Operations

StarTek
06.2022 - 03.2023
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to quality standards and efficiency goals.
  • Oversaw daily CRM operations, ensuring accuracy and consistency across customer interactions.
  • Enhanced workflow efficiency by implementing new CRM processes and best practices.
  • Trained and mentored team members on CRM tools and customer engagement strategies.
  • Monitored team performance metrics, identifying areas for growth and development opportunities.
  • Analyzed customer data trends to inform operational improvements and service enhancements.

Team Leader-Quality

WNS Global Services
06.2019 - 06.2022
  • Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and meet project deadlines.
  • Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and promoting a collaborative team environment.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced turnaround time for client deliverables.
  • Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for enhancement and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Developed training programs to elevate team capabilities and improve overall service quality.
  • Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

Senior Operations Associate

WNS Global Services
06.2018 - 05.2019
  • Led pilot batch as senior operations associate, achieving notable performance outcomes.
  • Navigated internal job posting (IJP) process successfully, resulting in promotion to team leader - qualitY within 1 year
  • Completed internal job posting process, earning promotion to team leader - quality within 1 year.
  • Implemented standardized operating procedures and performance metrics, enhancing workflow efficiency.

Sales Manager

SFS Technologies
08.2017 - 05.2018

Chosen as sales manager for SFS Technology during campus interviews. Directed collections process for HDB services, focusing on R1 and R2 bucket recoveries. Managed team employing outbound calling techniques to enhance customer engagement. Demonstrated leadership, achieving significant recovery milestones. Initiated process enhancements, streamlining debt recovery operations. Set and met ambitious recovery targets through effective strategy implementation. Conducted performance reviews, enhancing team effectiveness in collections. Monitored industry trends to inform and adjust recovery tactics accordingly.

Led sales team to exceed quarterly targets through strategic planning and performance monitoring.

Developed and executed training programs to enhance team skills and product knowledge.

Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities and adjust sales strategies accordingly.

Education

MBA - Human Resources Management

Aditya Global Business School
Surampalem
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Computers

ABM Degree College
Narsipatnam, India
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

SRG Junior College
Tuni, India
04.2001 -

GED -

ZPH
Narsipatnam, India
04.2001 -

Skills

Operations management

Process improvement

Operational efficiency

Logistics management & Workforce planning

CRM management

Customer engagement

Training and coaching

Employee training

Time management & Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Team building

Conflict resolution

Certification

Six Sigma Yellow Belt

Timeline

Assistant Manager-Operations

Wns Global Services_ Part Of Cap Gemini
11.2024 - Current

Process Lead

Firstsource
08.2023 - 10.2024

Team Leader -Operations

StarTek
06.2022 - 03.2023

Team Leader-Quality

WNS Global Services
06.2019 - 06.2022

Senior Operations Associate

WNS Global Services
06.2018 - 05.2019

Sales Manager

SFS Technologies
08.2017 - 05.2018

MBA - Human Resources Management

Aditya Global Business School
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Computers

ABM Degree College
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

SRG Junior College
04.2001 -

GED -

ZPH
04.2001 -
Somina Manikanta Manohar