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Sujatha Balakrishnan

Result Oriented Individual Promoting Delivery Management, Project Management And Risk & Compliance. Demonstrative Scrum Master Having Knowledge In Agile Framework & Experience In People Management.
Bengaluru

Summary

Team-oriented individual promoting exemplary presentation, project management and risk oversight skills. Demonstrative Scrum Master with background communicating effectively with and leading high-performance teams. Considered expert in prioritizing tasks and optimizing workflows.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Scrum Master

TATA Consultancy Services
03.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with Product Owners to refine requirements and ensure alignment with business goals.
  • Identified potential risks early in the project lifecycle and implemented mitigation strategies accordingly.
  • Optimized resource allocation by identifying and addressing bottlenecks in project workflows, leading to reduced time-to-market for product releases.
  • Coached cross-functional teams on Agile principles, leading to an increase in successful project deliveries.
  • Mentored junior team members on Scrum best practices, fostering their professional growth within the organization.
  • Encouraged cross-functional collaboration by organizing workshops and training sessions for different departments within the organization.
  • Resolved conflicts and facilitated open communication among team members, promoting a healthy work environment.
  • Coached teams in Agile practices and provided necessary training to create positive mindset to Agile methodologies.

Delivery & Operations Manager

TATA Consultancy Services
01.2020 - Current
  • Managed a team of drivers, ensuring timely deliveries and high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, providing constructive feedback to foster professional growth.
  • Trained new hires on company procedures, policies, and best practices for delivery operations success.
  • Resolved customer complaints efficiently, maintaining a high level of service quality throughout all interactions.
  • Managed resources effectively to avoid unnecessary delivery delays.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Represented Project for ISO & ISAE audit performed by External Vendors
  • Played role of Crisis Management Lead & Security Deployment Lead
  • Performed and managed project management office (PMO) functional tasks and perform day-to- day contract management activities

Delivery Lead

TATA Consultancy Services
07.2014 - 01.2020
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Senior Process Associate

Hewlett-Packard
04.2010 - 06.2014
  • Implemented cost-saving measures by analyzing resource utilization and reallocating resources as needed.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve overall process performance and client satisfaction.
  • Reduced production downtime with regular equipment maintenance and timely issue resolution.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance within all aspects of the operation by conducting thorough audits and implementing corrective actions when necessary.

Financial Transaction Executive

Perot Systems
03.2009 - 03.2010
  • Prepared financial statements and reports, providing timely and meaningful analysis of financial data
  • Prepared and presented financial reports to senior management that provided insights into the organization's financial health
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes and reduce errors.

Customer Support Associate

First Source Solutions
10.2007 - 11.2008
  • Resolved customer queries with a first-contact resolution rate, resulting in increased customer satisfaction
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop solutions to customer issues and improve customer experience
  • Developed and implemented customer service training programs to ensure customer service standards are consistently met

Education

Master of Science - Mathematics

Holy Cross College
Tiruchy
04.2001 -

Skills

    Sprint Planning

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Accomplishments

  • Unsung Heroes award received for having operational & compliance rigor in account
  • Star of the Month Award thrice
  • Best SPOC award for having Information Security compliance in place at the unit level
  • Best Auditee & Key Area Specialist – Risk Management
  • Customer Champion Award in HP
  • Green-Belt Certified in Simplifying Process
  • Best Crisis Managment Lead

Certification

SAFe Agilist

Timeline

TCS Scrum Master

01-2024

SAFe Agilist

04-2023

Scrum Master

TATA Consultancy Services
03.2023 - Current

Delivery & Operations Manager

TATA Consultancy Services
01.2020 - Current

Green Belt

11-2018

Delivery Lead

TATA Consultancy Services
07.2014 - 01.2020

Senior Process Associate

Hewlett-Packard
04.2010 - 06.2014

Financial Transaction Executive

Perot Systems
03.2009 - 03.2010

Customer Support Associate

First Source Solutions
10.2007 - 11.2008

Master of Science - Mathematics

Holy Cross College
04.2001 -
Sujatha BalakrishnanResult Oriented Individual Promoting Delivery Management, Project Management And Risk & Compliance. Demonstrative Scrum Master Having Knowledge In Agile Framework & Experience In People Management.