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VIJAY ANTONY K

VIJAY ANTONY K

Bangalore

Summary

Strategic and results-oriented Manager leading the operations with 20+ years of experience leading high-performance teams and driving service excellence across procurement, risk management, and financial operations. Demonstrated success in end-to-end service delivery, vendor governance, compliance oversight, and incident resolution within global 24/7 environments. Proven ability to streamline processes through automation, enhance stakeholder engagement, and implement data-driven solutions that improve efficiency and customer satisfaction. Known for a hands-on leadership style, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong focus on continuous improvement, operational resilience, and business impact. Experienced in mentoring diverse teams and delivering measurable outcomes through innovation and operational best practices

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager – Vendor Setup , Vendor Control , Procurement, Buying Operations , Sales Audit & POS

Saks Global
09.2021 - Current
  • Lead end-to-end service operations across vendor setup, control, procurement, and sales audit, ensuring high-quality service delivery aligned with organizational SLAs
  • Drive system and process automation initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing turnaround time for request fulfillment.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with business and technology teams to resolve incidents, improve service performance, and maintain service continuity.
  • Maintain compliance and governance throughout the vendor lifecycle by implementing robust internal control frameworks.
  • Introduced structured SOPs and training programs, ensuring team readiness for audits and operational consistency.
  • Maintain up-to-date SOPs and documentation aligned with organizational standards.
  • Serve as escalation point for operational issues, ensuring timely resolution and root cause analysis to minimize repeat incidents.
  • Utilize dashboards and service analytics to track KPIs and identify continuous improvement opportunities
  • Coordinate with application support and infrastructure teams to align changes and prevent service disruptions

Manager – Risk Investigations

Amazon Development Centre
11.2016 - 09.2021
  • Managed global investigation operations, monitoring buyer transactions and ensuring risk mitigation across platforms.
  • Worked closely with engineering teams to enhance tool efficiency, reduce investigation cycle times, and automate workflows.
  • Delivered advanced first-line support, ensuring timely escalations and maintaining system integrity.
  • Oversaw compliance and risk mitigation efforts across large-scale operations.
  • Conducted performance monitoring and implemented continuous improvement plans.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Implemented metrics dashboards to monitor performance and proactively identify service gaps.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Facilitated round-the-clock operational coverage and managed scheduling for global investigation teams.

Business Unit Manager – Team Lead (O2C, P2P, R2R)

Capgemini Business Services
02.2015 - 11.2021
  • Directed a 35-member team across financial operations (Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report) for global clients.
  • Oversaw incident resolution processes and performance metrics to ensure SLA compliance and service quality.
  • Led automation and transformation projects that significantly reduced manual tasks and improved process accuracy.
  • Acted as primary point of contact for escalations and complex issue resolution across operations.
  • Provided strategic insights using data analytics to enhance service efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Delivered training and coaching to team members, driving a culture of continuous learning and accountability.

Assistant Manager – Business Controls & Compliance

IBM India Pvt. Ltd.
09.2007 - 01.2015
  • Managed internal audits, risk assessments, and compliance documentation.
  • Delivered information security training and ensured audit readiness through proactive documentation management.
  • Coordinated with technology teams to implement control measures that enhanced financial data integrity.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Supported infrastructure changes by aligning compliance efforts with IT service delivery objectives.

Consultant Support Specialist

AOL
04.2003 - 08.2007
  • Provided first-line operational and technical support, enhancing internal service experience.
  • Handled ticket escalations, resolved service issues, and coordinated with multiple departments to restore operations.
  • Developed standard processes to improve issue resolution and customer satisfaction.
  • Built strong rapport with internal teams and enhanced customer satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce -

Dr. C.V. Raman University
01.2017

Skills

  • Service Delivery & Operations Management
  • Financial Operations (AR, AP, O2C, R2R)
  • Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Process Management
  • Procurement Operations & Vendor Governance
  • Incident & Problem Management
  • Contract Compliance & Risk Management
  • SLA & KPI Management
  • Internal Controls & Audit Support
  • Process Optimization & Automation
  • Stakeholder & Client Communication
  • Team Leadership & People Development
  • 24/7 Service Desk Team Management
  • Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint
  • Procurement operations
  • Compliance governance
  • Change Management & Business Continuity
  • Training & Knowledge Management

Accomplishments

  • Built and Scaled 24/7 Operational Teams across financial and support functions, ensuring uninterrupted service delivery and performance monitoring across time zones.
  • Recognized for Crisis Management during major system outages—led rapid incident recovery efforts and ensured stakeholder communication and impact assessment in real-time.
  • Achieved 100% Audit Readiness and Compliance through development and enforcement of comprehensive SOPs, internal controls, and continuous training programs.
  • Established Vendor Governance Framework that mitigated risks and ensured data accuracy, significantly improving compliance scores in external audits.
  • Implemented compliance frameworks and SOPs that improved audit scores.
  • Recognized for leadership in employee engagement and talent development.
  • Delivered major process transitions with minimal disruption and high client satisfaction.
  • Played a Pivotal Role in Risk Investigation Operations at Amazon, helping reduce transaction fraud cases by designing more efficient alert systems and investigation workflows.

Timeline

Manager – Vendor Setup , Vendor Control , Procurement, Buying Operations , Sales Audit & POS

Saks Global
09.2021 - Current

Manager – Risk Investigations

Amazon Development Centre
11.2016 - 09.2021

Business Unit Manager – Team Lead (O2C, P2P, R2R)

Capgemini Business Services
02.2015 - 11.2021

Assistant Manager – Business Controls & Compliance

IBM India Pvt. Ltd.
09.2007 - 01.2015

Consultant Support Specialist

AOL
04.2003 - 08.2007

Bachelor of Commerce -

Dr. C.V. Raman University
VIJAY ANTONY K