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Sri Sai Kiran Thatikonda

NEW HAVEN,CT

Summary

"Dedicated and analytical professional with 2 years of combined experience as a Business Associate and Business Analyst. Proficient in analyzing business processes, performing data-driven analysis, and providing actionable insights to support strategic decision-making. Skilled in project coordination, stakeholder communication, and the use of business intelligence tools to optimize operational efficiency and drive business growth. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities and a keen eye for detail, capable of delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments. Committed to leveraging analytical expertise to enhance business performance and achieve organizational objectives."

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
Certificate

Work History

Business Analyst

Innovative Business Organisation
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Actively participated in team meetings to share knowledge, exchange ideas, address challenges, and collaborate on potential solutions.
  • Developed high-quality documentation to support training efforts, helping employees fully understand new systems and procedures.
  • Performed gap analysis between existing systems or processes and desired state, identifying areas for improvement or enhancement.
  • Improved business processes by analyzing current practices and recommending optimization strategies.
  • Performed gap analysis to identify areas of improvement.
  • Optimized workflow processes to enhance overall productivity and achieve operational excellence.
  • Interacted with internal customers to understand business needs and translate into requirements and project scope.
  • Collaborated closely with stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvements and drive continuous innovation in the organization.
  • Supported software development projects by defining clear requirements and effectively communicating them to technical teams.
  • Conducted interviews with key business users to collect information on business processes and user requirements.

Business Associate

Admire Global Organisation
09.2021 - 01.2022
  • Engaged with customers to build business relationships.
  • Developed and executed strategic marketing campaigns, resulting in increased brand awareness and customer acquisition.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research and analysis for informed decision-making within the organization.
  • Evaluated competitive landscape regularly to inform strategic planning decisions, leading to sustained business growth in dynamic markets.
  • Coordinated events and conferences that showcased the company''s expertise, strengthening its reputation within the industry.
  • Proactively engaged customer in various departments in order to provide in-depth product knowledge in non-commissioned environment
  • Developed knowledge of company products and services to make suggestions according to customer needs.
  • Streamlined internal processes for improved efficiency and reduced operational costs.
  • Facilitated seamless communication between internal teams as well as external partners to ensure alignment on objectives.
  • Established strong partnerships with key industry stakeholders to expand business opportunities and drive company growth.

Business Analyst Intern

Rajasthan Marble House
05.2018 - 07.2018
  • Attended department meetings to report on findings and to brainstorm and share new ideas with other team members.
  • Contributed to risk assessment activities by identifying potential issues and suggesting mitigation strategies.
  • Used both qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques frequently.
  • Facilitated communication between technical teams and end-users during system implementation projects.
  • Supported the development of user stories, ensuring alignment with overall project goals and objectives.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather, analyze, and document business requirements.
  • Developed detailed reports for management, providing insights into project progress and potential opportunities.
  • Reviewed system documentation for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to best practices.
  • Conducted market research to identify industry trends and inform strategic planning initiatives.
  • Created visual representations of data findings using various chart types for presentations to stakeholders.

Education

Master of Science - Business Analytics

University of New Haven
West Haven, CT
12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

ICFAI Business School
Hyderabad, India
05.2021

Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • Requirements Gathering
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Project Management
  • Microsoft Excel Mastery
  • Business process improvement
  • Strategic Planning
  • SQL Proficiency
  • CRM Systems
  • Product Development
  • Tableau Expertise
  • Data Mining
  • HTML and CSS
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Business Requirements
  • Documentation
  • Database Management
  • Business Development
  • Presentations and Decks
  • Variance Analysis

Affiliations

  • NAAC
  • UGC
  • AACSB

Certification

  • Forecasting in R
  • Business Analytics with Excel
  • Power Excel
  • Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
  • Salesforce Certified Administrator
  • Salesforce Certified Platform Developer - 1
  • Salesforce Certified CPQ Specialist
  • Salesforce Certified App Builder

Accomplishments

  • Online Media Buying - Managed team of three marketing associates in all online media buying.Bought banner placement that profitably increased traffic to company website by 25%.
  • Process Improvement - Achieved revenue objective by implementing cost-cutting measures.
  • Product Development - Led team of 6 direct reports to determine packaging, positioning, pricing, advertising, sales forecasts and promotional aspects for successful new product launch.
  • Data Organization - Classified, recorded and summarized numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records.
  • Consumer Research - Effectively executed new marketing outlines based on market research data collected to reflect consumer interest on both tactical and strategic levels.
  • Sales and Promotion - Achieved status as one of the top 10 store sales performers in the region. Assisted in planning and executing trunk-shows and in-store promotional events.

Additional Information

Technical Skills:

Advanced proficiency in Excel, SQL, and Python for data analysis
Experience with Tableau and Power BI for data visualization
Knowledge of CRM systems, particularly Salesforce

Projects and Case Studies:

Led a project to streamline business processes that resulted in a 15% increase in operational efficiency
Conducted a market analysis that provided insights leading to a successful new product launch

Professional Development:

Regularly attend industry webinars and workshops to stay updated on the latest business analytics trends
Member of the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA)

Languages:

Bilingual in English and Spanish, with proficiency in business communication in both languages

Volunteer Experience:

Volunteered as a data analyst for a local non-profit, helping to optimize their donor engagement strategies

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Telugu
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Professional Working
Spanish
Elementary
French
Elementary

Timeline

Business Analyst

Innovative Business Organisation
01.2022 - 07.2022

Business Associate

Admire Global Organisation
09.2021 - 01.2022

Business Analyst Intern

Rajasthan Marble House
05.2018 - 07.2018

Master of Science - Business Analytics

University of New Haven

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

ICFAI Business School
Sri Sai Kiran Thatikonda