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NAVEEN GAJENDRAN

Saint Louis,U.S.A

Summary

Aspiring Project Manager with a solid foundation in project planning, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration, currently pursuing a Master's in Information Systems. Proficient in Jira, Trello, MS Project, and Power BI, with experience managing data-driven projects, optimizing workflows, and delivering insights to support strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

IT Asset Management Intern

Saint Louis University
04.2023 - Current
  • Managed data analysis and reporting using Team Dynamix, Excel, and Power BI to track and oversee 2,000+ IT assets, maintaining a 95% accuracy rate and optimizing resource allocation. Led project planning for dashboard development to deliver insights on asset lifecycle trends and financial impact, driving data-driven decision-making across IT, finance, and procurement teams.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scope, gather and document business requirements, and enhance compliance with university policies, achieving a 10% reduction in redundant assets. Spearheaded process improvement initiatives through business process modeling, risk assessment, and financial analysis, streamlining procurement, optimizing budget alignment, and enhancing project execution and operational efficiency.

Associate Project Management Intern

EXCELERATE
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Led the planning and execution of a global hackathon, defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables, utilizing Jira, Trello, and Microsoft Project to organize tasks, track progress, and ensure alignment with business goals.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather and document business requirements, ensuring stakeholder alignment and fostering a collaborative environment to drive successful project delivery. Applied risk management and process optimization techniques to mitigate potential issues and streamline workflows, providing actionable insights for future project improvements.

Business Data-Analyst Intern

EXCELERATE
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Applied data cleaning and transformation techniques using Pandas, NumPy, and Tableau to preprocess and visualize complex business datasets, ensuring data accuracy and reliability for analysis. Conducted data analysis and trend identification, uncovering correlations and insights that supported process optimization, strategic decision-making, and business process improvements.
  • Engaged with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements, develop actionable reports in Tableau, and provide data-driven recommendations aligned with business goals, driving informed decision-making and continuous improvement.

Data Curation Specialist

Gameopedia Data Solutions Pvt.Ltd
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Spearheaded data collection and integration using SQL, Python, and ETL processes, collaborating with internal and external teams to gather and analyze diverse datasets, aligning them with business and analytical requirements for strategic decision-making.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive metadata, improving data retrieval times by 20%, enhancing operational efficiency, and supporting accurate reporting and analysis through effective data warehousing techniques.
  • Created interactive Tableau dashboards to visualize insights and trends, delivering actionable data-driven recommendations to cross-functional teams and clients like Google, Samsung, and HP, enabling informed business decisions.

Education

Master's in Science - Information Systems

Saint Louis University
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Game Design and Development

ICAT Design & Media College
05.2022

Skills

  • Languages : C, C, C#,Python , SQL, Java, HTML, CSS, R
  • Frameworks : MySQL, Pandas, NumPy, JavaScript, SQL Server, Scikit-learn, Matplotlib, BPMN
  • Tools : TDX, Github, AWS, Jira, Trello, Excel, MS Office Suite, SPSS, Power BI, MS Project, Dynamics 365, SAP
  • Skills: Agile, Scrum, Project Planning, Scheduling and Implementation, Business Acumen, Data Analysis, Risk Management, Financial planning

Projects

  • Master's Research Project – Employer Data Dashboard
    As the Project Manager, led the development of a comprehensive Power BI dashboard to visualize key employer data, enabling better decision-making and operational efficiency. Managed a cross-functional team to define business requirements, design the dashboard, and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Utilized Jira and MS Project to track project progress, timelines, and resources. Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure the dashboard met business needs and streamlined reporting. The project resulted in faster data analysis, improved reporting efficiency, and better-informed HR strategies.
  • Blitz (2022) - 2-D Fighting Game - College Final Year Project: Completed Blitz, a 2-D fighting game developed using Unity. Applied a comprehensive range of game development skills, including character design, animation, and gameplay mechanics ensuring smooth gameplay and engaging user experiences.

Timeline

Associate Project Management Intern

EXCELERATE
07.2023 - 08.2023

Business Data-Analyst Intern

EXCELERATE
06.2023 - 07.2023

IT Asset Management Intern

Saint Louis University
04.2023 - Current

Data Curation Specialist

Gameopedia Data Solutions Pvt.Ltd
01.2022 - 01.2023

Master's in Science - Information Systems

Saint Louis University

Bachelor of Science - Game Design and Development

ICAT Design & Media College

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