SUNIL KUMAR SHIVANNA
Senior Strategic Leader | Facilities | Security | Transport | Corporate Services
Bangalore
Summary
Senior Strategic leader with over 18 years of experience in Facility Management, Security, Administration, and Employee Transport Services across IT, ITeS, Banking, and Insurance organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, capital budgeting, vendor management, sustainability, and compliance, with a proven ability to deliver operational excellence and business transformation. Accomplished in administration and facility operations, employee transport management, and end-to-end security governance, including automation, audits, ISO certifications, and risk management, ensuring efficiency, safety, and business continuity. Recognised for cost optimisation, stakeholder engagement, and high-performing team leadership, consistently aligning administration, facilities, transport, and security services with organizational goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Director
TRAVELS WORLD
06.2025 - Current
- Providing strategic leadership and enterprise-wide administration for a ₹300 Cr corporate mobility company, ensuring sustainable growth and operational excellence.
- Steering organization-wide functions including administration, facilities, transport, security, IT, HR, legal, finance, compliance, and vendor management to align with the company’s long-term vision and shareholder value.
- Representing the company at the highest levels with clients, regulators, and strategic partners, strengthening market position, credibility, and industry leadership.
- Driving business transformation initiatives such as EV adoption, digital platforms, governance frameworks, and vendor consolidation to enhance efficiency and resilience.
- Accountable for profitability, governance, and enterprise valuation, with a focus on compliance, risk mitigation, and corporate sustainability.
Senior Property Manager
Wells Fargo International Solutions Private Limited
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Directed end-to-end facility, transport, and security operations, ensuring seamless service delivery, safety, and compliance.
- Oversaw fleet management, infrastructure upkeep, and security protocols, maintaining operational excellence and high-performance standards.
- Designed and implemented cost-effective strategies across administration, transport, and security, driving efficiency and sustainability.
- Provided strategic leadership to diverse teams, fostering collaboration, training, and a performance-driven culture.
- Negotiated and managed vendor contracts across facilities and security, optimising service quality and costs.
- Spearheaded automation of key security processes including visitor management, asset movement, key control, vehicle registration, incident reporting, and access systems.
- Accountable for budget forecasting, vendor selection, tendering, and cost control, ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Ensured regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and ISO standards, including internal, client, and third-party audits.
- Directed fire safety and emergency preparedness, including equipment upkeep, drills, and staff training.
- Investigated and resolved security breaches, policy violations, and ethical issues, implementing corrective measures for non-recurrence.
- Applied stringent governance frameworks through audits, compliance checks, and clear desk/screen policies.
- Delivered monthly reports and MIS presentations to senior leadership, ensuring transparency and accountability.
- Recognised for strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and risk management, aligning all functions with long-term business objectives.
Manager-India Corporate Real Estate Services
Capgemini Technology Services India Limited
10.2020 - 01.2023
- Directed facility, transport, and security operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency.
- Managed budgets and resources, achieving significant cost optimisation.
- Streamlined transport logistics and strengthened security protocols.
- Coordinated facilities, admin, transport, and security teams for smooth operations.
- Enhanced interdepartmental communication and staff morale through effective services.
- Monitored and improved transport and security operations, maintaining reliability.
- Recognised for strategic planning, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Lead Facilities, Administration and Transportation
AXA Business Services (through Randstad and Savaali)
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Directed facility, transport, and security operations, ensuring compliance, safety, and 24x7 efficiency.
- Achieved cost optimisation through vendor management, preventive maintenance, and resource control.
- Enhanced team productivity and administrative efficiency with training, automation, and process improvements.
- Implemented transport solutions and security protocols, strengthening reliability and risk management.
- Drove automation of security processes including visitor management, asset movement, key control, and incident reporting.
- Oversaw budgeting, tendering, and vendor negotiations, ensuring cost-effective service delivery.
- Ensured audit readiness, policy compliance, and incident resolution with corrective and preventive measures.
- Strengthened fire safety and emergency preparedness through equipment upkeep, drills, and staff training.
- Delivered MIS reports and governance reviews to senior leadership, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Senior Manager, IFM Services
Jones Lang LaSalle
10.2012 - 01.2014
- Championed strategic facility management initiatives, ensuring operational excellence.
- Consistently drove high client satisfaction through service quality and reliability.
- Enhanced team performance with targeted training and leadership.
- Recognised expert in vendor negotiation, contracts, and facility partnerships.
- Ensured alignment of facility services with overall business objectives.
- Proven leader with an outstanding track record in facility operations.
- Built and solidified long-term client relationships, ensuring retention and trust.
Manager, Administration
Computer Sciences Corporation
04.2009 - 09.2012
- Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, vendor management, and operational excellence, driving measurable productivity and cost efficiency.
- Successfully led diverse teams across facilities, administration, security, and transport, fostering collaboration and delivering results.
- Optimised administrative and facility processes, reducing costs and saving significant time and resources.
- Oversaw infrastructure support systems, ensuring efficient functioning, preventive maintenance, and timely corrective actions.
- Directed security operations including guard force management, access control, CCTV/electronic surveillance, ID badge systems, parking, visitor management, transport security, and front office services on a 24x7 basis.
- Strengthened fire safety and emergency preparedness, ensuring upkeep of equipment, staff training, and system readiness.
- Accountable for ISO certifications, statutory audits, and client/third-party audit compliance, ensuring governance and continuous improvement.
- Investigated and resolved security breaches, policy violations, and ethical concerns, implementing preventive measures for non-recurrence.
- Delivered monthly reports and security reviews for top management, ensuring transparency and alignment with corporate objectives.
- Recognised for conflict resolution, project management, and stakeholder relations, consistently ensuring service quality, compliance, and operational excellence.
Manager, Administration
IGATE Global Solutions
02.2007 - 04.2009
- Directed facility, transport, and security services, ensuring seamless 24x7 operations.
- Delivered cost savings through budgeting, vendor negotiations, preventive maintenance, and resource optimisation.
- Oversaw security functions including guard force, ACS, CCTV, ID management, parking, visitor control, and transport security.
- Strengthened fire safety management, ensuring equipment upkeep, training, and system readiness.
- Ensured audit readiness for ISO certifications, statutory authorities, and client audits.
- Investigated security breaches and policy violations, implementing corrective measures.
- Coordinated teams, administrators, and contractors, improving compliance and efficiency.
- Reported performance to top management while driving workflow improvements and 30% higher satisfaction.
Assistant Manager
Convergys India Services
03.2006 - 02.2007
- Managed a team of 25+ staff across facilities, administration, and support services.
- Drove process improvements, cutting operational costs by 15%.
- Boosted workplace services, raising employee and customer satisfaction by 30%.
- Oversaw admin operations including visitor management, meetings, training, and offsites.
- Directed security functions—incident handling, ACS, CCTV, fire panels, and ID badge systems.
- Led weekly briefings for security staff and supported policy and compliance reviews.
- Coordinated fire evacuation drills and streamlined inventory, reporting, and requisitions.
Facility Executive
Client Logic E Services
06.2004 - 10.2005
- Streamlined facility, transport, and security operations, boosting productivity and efficiency.
- Oversaw renovations, cost-saving initiatives, and vendor coordination, enhancing value delivery.
- Ensured 100% safety compliance through ACS, CCTV, fire panels, and access systems.
- Managed administration and security functions including visitor services, training, and asset protection.
- Led security briefings, policy updates, and fire evacuation drills, strengthening workplace safety.
- Implemented sustainable practices and process improvements across facilities and transport.
Admin Executive
Jones Lang LaSalle
11.2003 - 05.2004
- Enhanced efficiency by streamlining data and facility-related processes.
- Implemented policies improving administration, transport coordination, and security support.
- Assisted in budgeting and forecasting, reducing unnecessary facility and transport costs.
- Delivered exceptional customer and employee service, strengthening company reputation.
Admin Executive
Dynamic Associates
10.2001 - 11.2003
- Supported facility, transport, and security operations with strong admin skills.
- Improved efficiency by 30% through process optimisation.
- Reduced scheduling conflicts by 50% with effective coordination.
- Implemented organised file and access systems to boost productivity.
- Assisted in meetings and communication across departments.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science & Engineering
Sri Siddhartha Institute of Technology
08-2004
Skills
Facilities, Transport & Security Operations
Timeline
Senior Director
TRAVELS WORLD
06.2025 - Current
Senior Property Manager
Wells Fargo International Solutions Private Limited
01.2023 - 12.2023
Manager-India Corporate Real Estate Services
Capgemini Technology Services India Limited
10.2020 - 01.2023
Lead Facilities, Administration and Transportation
AXA Business Services (through Randstad and Savaali)
09.2019 - 10.2020
Senior Manager, IFM Services
Jones Lang LaSalle
10.2012 - 01.2014
Manager, Administration
Computer Sciences Corporation
04.2009 - 09.2012
Manager, Administration
IGATE Global Solutions
02.2007 - 04.2009
Assistant Manager
Convergys India Services
03.2006 - 02.2007
Facility Executive
Client Logic E Services
06.2004 - 10.2005
Admin Executive
Jones Lang LaSalle
11.2003 - 05.2004
Admin Executive
Dynamic Associates
10.2001 - 11.2003
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science & Engineering
Sri Siddhartha Institute of Technology