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SANDHYA BANDLAMUDI

Jersey City,NJ

Summary

"Experienced Machine Learning Data Associate in e-commerce. MBA-qualified with 4+ years leveraging data for strategic insights. Skilled in analysis, ML, and BI. Proven track record in recommendation engines, predictive models, and process automation. Strong communicator and problem solver. Seeking roles in Business or Data Analysis, or Product Management."

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Subject Matter Expert

Amazon
08.2019 - 08.2022
  • Established Amazon's AVOC, facilitating visual data annotation for early-stage projects, bridging small-scale initiatives with Amazon's operational scale.
  • Proficient in crafting business documents including BRDs, Use Cases, FRDs, and SRSs.
  • Collaborated with finance and global business services teams to define KPIs and data requirements.
  • Utilized SQL, R, and Excel for data collection, cleaning, and validation, ensuring data accuracy.
  • Developed and automated reports and dashboards using Tableau, Power BI, and similar tools, providing actionable insights.
  • Implemented data quality checks, reducing errors by 25%.
  • Translated analytical findings into business strategies, driving process efficiency and cost reduction.
  • Conducted exploratory data analysis to identify trends and anomalies, supporting data-driven decision-making.

Machine Learning Data Associate

Amazon
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Accumulated over 3 years of hands-on experience in tax, finance, and related analytical fields, honing expertise in financial analysis and business insights generation.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Excel for over 5 years, including advanced functions such as VBA, pivot tables, array functions, power pivots, etc., coupled with adeptness in data visualization tools like Tableau.
  • Leveraged over 3 years of business and financial analysis experience to define requirements and utilize data and metrics to extract actionable business insights, driving informed decision-making processes.
  • Contributed significantly to stakeholder engagement and influence by making compelling business recommendations based on data-driven analyses and insights.
  • Utilized SQL for data extraction, manipulation, and analysis, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in data processing tasks.

Business Development Manager

Chutkime
03.2018 - 04.2018
  • Increased marketing campaign effectiveness by 15% and market share by 12% through optimized target audience segments and comprehensive data analysis.
  • Contributed to 10% growth in quarterly sales by aligning with sales and marketing departments, and enhanced brand knowledge by executing the annual Brand Immersion meeting for 50+ international employees.
  • Reduced delivery times by 20% and costs by 10% through efficient shipment organization and improved vendor negotiations.
  • Streamlined product inventory process, reduced retrieval times by 25%, and improved meeting efficiency.

Education

MBA - Business Analytics

Saint Peter's University
03.2024

Skills

  • Technical Background with MBA: Blending technical expertise with strategic business insight
  • Requirements Development: Over 4 years of experience crafting detailed requirements documentation and process flows
  • LEAN and SIX SIGMA: Familiarity with LEAN and SIX SIGMA methodologies for process optimization
  • Oracle BI Tools: Proficient in utilizing Oracle business intelligence tools for data analysis
  • Programming Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced skills in SQL, Perl, Unix/Linux, and Visual Basic
  • Proficient in Excel (including VBA, pivot tables, array functions, power pivots, etc) Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau

Accomplishments

Marketing Campaign Optimization: Implemented data-driven segmentation strategies to optimize the target audience, resulting in a 15% increase in marketing campaign effectiveness.

Inventory Management Enhancement: Utilized LEAN methodologies to streamline the product inventory process, reducing retrieval times by 25% and improving overall operational efficiency.

Cost Reduction Initiative: Led packaging optimization projects, implementing cost-saving measures that achieved a 10% reduction in packaging costs while maintaining quality standards.

Brand Immersion Meeting Planning: Orchestrated the annual Brand Immersion meeting, including comprehensive event logistics and content planning for over 50 international employees, enhancing brand engagement and knowledge retention.

Consumer Trends Analysis: Conducted in-depth multi-dimensional analysis of consumer trends and business performance metrics across various international markets, contributing to a 12% increase in market share.

Consumer Research Analysis

  • Conducted primary research to analyze consumer buying preferences and brand awareness of leading food delivery apps, Swiggy and Zomato.
  • Utilized convenience sampling methodology to collect data and conducted thorough data analysis to interpret findings effectively.

Virtual Small Business Expo

  • Role: Project Lead
  • Description: Orchestrated a Virtual Small Business Expo to bolster local businesses amid COVID-19.
  • Key Achievements: Developed and launched a virtual platform featuring 50+ local businesses.
    Coordinated with tech vendors, ensuring a seamless and interactive user experience.
    Executed a targeted marketing campaign, resulting in 2,000+ attendees.
    Generated $100,000 in sales for participating businesses.
    Achieved a 90% satisfaction rate among participants.

Affiliations

  • Hosted events for Amazon with up to 2,000 attendees, demonstrating strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Actively engaged in anchoring and event organization since 2012, fostering creativity and attention to detail.
  • Volunteered for various events, including Anirudh's concert in the USA and a Diwali event at Saint Peter's University, showcasing leadership and collaboration abilities.

Timeline

Subject Matter Expert

Amazon
08.2019 - 08.2022

Machine Learning Data Associate

Amazon
01.2019 - 01.2020

Business Development Manager

Chutkime
03.2018 - 04.2018

MBA - Business Analytics

Saint Peter's University
SANDHYA BANDLAMUDI