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Suja Ravi Indira

Suja Ravi Indira

Doha

Summary

Dynamic IT professional and leader with over 19 years of diverse experience across the Telecom, Retail, Healthcare, Banking, Aviation, and Social Insurance sectors. Proven expertise in business analysis and solution discovery for medium to large-scale projects, adept at navigating both traditional and agile environments while ensuring adherence to cost, quality, and schedule SLAs to maximize customer satisfaction. A technology leader committed to leveraging cutting-edge innovations and trends to drive project success while fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration within teams. Recognized for a strong sense of responsibility and integrity, consistently upholding professional ethics and organizational standards while motivating others to achieve shared goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Program Manager

Tech Mahindra Qatar
04.2023 - Current

Program Manager- Hi Tech and Media Portfolio

Domain: Hi Tech and Media

Location: Doha, Qatar

Tools and Technologies: Apigee,Mulesoft,Boomi, Workato,MPP,Azure API Management

Duration: Jan 2025-Present

Role: Program Manager


  • Middleware and Integration Delivery unit deals with development and Support of IPaaS middleware Technologies like Apigee,Mulesoft,Boomi, WSO2,Worakto,Azure APIM etc. The role of Program Manager includes setting up and driving the Governance from the RFP level till project closure level for multiple projects, yielding the best solution for competitive advantage with delivery excellence in the middleware platform technical stack .Along with delivery excellence and Customer satisfaction , ensure the operational excellence and profit derivation for the organization is a key KPI for this role by working hand in hand with PMO team of the organization for the respective portfolio.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • · Program Manager for the Integration /Middleware Competency of Tech Mahindra
  • · Handling multiple projects /programs which require Middleware Integration development/support operations
  • · Participate in RFP and Bidding for multiple customer projects /programs
  • · Pricing and Deal Creation activities including Gross Margin/Ebidta derivation
  • · Procurement Management /Vendor Management
  • · Solution Governance for multiple RFPs
  • · Automation and AI Capabilities derivation along with Technical Architect
  • · Defining the value adds/benefits in terms of Business growth of the portfolio
  • · Program Governance and stakeholder Communication Managemen
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Managed stakeholder relationships to align project goals with business objectives.
  • Oversaw resource allocation, ensuring optimal utilization across multiple initiatives.
  • Analyzed project performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Facilitated regular status meetings to track progress and address challenges proactively.

Program Manager

Tech Mahindra Qatar
04.2023 - 06.2024

Ooredoo Group-APIGEE Integration and Drupal Developer Portal Integration.

Domain: Telecom

Location: Doha, Qatar

Tools and Technologies: Google Apigee, Azure Devops, Jira,Microsoft MPP ,Drupal ,GitLab

Duration: Oct 2022 - Mar 2023

Role: Project Manager

Scope: Ooredoo Group has 6 operational centers in Middle east and Africa for local operations(Algeria,Oman,Kuwait,Tunisia,Qatar,Maldives and Palestine).Through Apigee Integration of the direct Carrier Billing -the OG was aggregating the business operations across all local centers via API gateway hosted for OG central in Google cloud platform and providing the services as APIs which are commercialized via Drupal Portal(Developer portal) .The scope also involved developing API gateway for OG and developing TMF APIs for the business operations and Implementing the developer portal(Drupal ) for marketing and commercialization of the developed TMF compliant APIs.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • · Scope Analysis
  • · Business Case preparation
  • · Project Charter preparation
  • · Risk Management and response planning
  • · Delivery management and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
  • Streamlined processes by integrating new tools and technologies for enhanced collaboration.
  • Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
  • Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.

Business Analyst and Scrum Master

Qatar Airways
10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Company Overview: (Virtusa Payroll)
  • (Virtusa Payroll)
  • Analyzed business processes to identify areas for improvement and streamline operations.
  • Developed comprehensive reports to support data-driven decision-making across departments.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define project scope.
  • Conducted market research to inform strategic planning and competitive analysis efforts.
  • Facilitated workshops to elicit stakeholder feedback and align project objectives with business goals.
  • 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.
  • Optimized workflow processes to enhance overall productivity and achieve operational excellence.

Business Analyst and UAT Lead

Ooredoo Qatar
10.2019 - 09.2022
  • Company Overview: (Starlink Payroll)
  • (Starlink Payroll)

Project Manager

Tata Consultancy Services
04.2014 - 03.2019
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver client solutions, enhancing collaboration and communication.
  • Analyzed business requirements to recommend strategic improvements in processes and systems.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans, ensuring alignment with client objectives and timelines.
  • Implemented best practices for project management, resulting in streamlined workflows and increased efficiency.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail, organization, and adherence to deadlines.
  • Managed client relationships, ensuring satisfaction through regular updates and proactive issue resolution.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing tailored solutions and recommendations for their business needs.

Senior Specialist

Nielsen India Pvt. Ltd.
05.2011 - 05.2014
  • Company Overview: (Arbitron)
  • (Arbitron)

Developer, Onsite Coordinator

Infosys Technologies Ltd.
07.2006 - 05.2011

Education

B.Tech. - Computer Science and Engineering

Cochin University of Science and Technology
01.2006

Diploma in Business Management - undefined

ICFAI University Tripura
01.2013

Higher Secondary - undefined

University of Kerala
01.2012

Secondary - undefined

University of Kerala
01.2010

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Scope/Business Case Analysis
  • Contract Negotiation
  • RFP creation
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Project Charter Creation
  • KPI Identification
  • Milestones Derivation
  • Project Estimation
  • Resource Management
  • Hardware/ Tools and Licenses management
  • Quality Management
  • Release Management
  • Risk Management
  • Project Status Reporting
  • Project Closure
  • Scrum Adaptation
  • Agile Delivery
  • Vendor Management
  • Retrospective analysis
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Test Management
  • Test Automation
  • Review Processes
  • Test Data Management
  • Defect Management
  • RCA
  • Auditing
  • CMMI Adaptation
  • Knowledge Management
  • Configuration Management
  • Defect Prevention
  • Continuous Improvements
  • Business Process Modeling
  • Data collection
  • Analytics
  • Pain points and Gap Analysis
  • Reverse Engineering
  • Business Rules Extraction
  • Requirement Elicitation
  • Workshops
  • Solution analysis
  • Requirements Drafting
  • Use case derivation
  • Feasibility sessions
  • Traceability Analysis
  • User Acceptance Testing Support
  • Change Management
  • Version control
  • Problem-solving
  • Strategic planning
  • Process improvement
  • Team leadership and direction
  • Decision-making

Accomplishments

  • Recognised at the role of 'next generation leader' for driving and delivering Middleware based technologies for Tech Mahindra with Optimal ROI and 100% CSAT score for critical engagements in Middle east like Ooredoo Group, STC Saudi and Cooperative Bank of Kenya
  • Recognised at client level/portfolio for Individual performance in Tech Mahindra for driving the Project team by bringing a templatized mode of delivery across operation centers for Ooredoo Group with zero quality issues or schedule slippage
  • Recognised as Star of the Unit - 4 times in the development centre for the outstanding performance contributed for quality of work, technical expertise and coordination.
  • Arbitron (Rising Star) for developing QTP Automation framework for Arbitron Cross Platform analyser using Keyword driven methodology.
  • Recognized as the Most valuable player from the entire Nielsen account (TCS) for the month of Mar 2016 for delivery expertise.
  • Individual award for Excellent performance for delivering MSM-Panel project with 0 Schedule slippage.

Certification

  • PMP (Project Management Professional)
  • Prince 2 Practitioner
  • ITIL V4
  • Professional Scrum Master-PSM2
  • Professional Scrum Product Owner -PSPO
  • AI Blue belt-Tech Mahindra
  • Diploma in Business Management from ICFAI
  • Infosys Certifications on Testing and Open Systems Trainings (C, C++, PL/SQL, Information Security)
  • Certified in Business Analysis from TCS Business Academy
  • Professional Scrum Master-PSM1
  • NIIT Certified Professional in VB.Net
  • ISTQB Foundation Level
  • ISTQB Management level
  • ISTQB Agile Level
  • QTP and VB Script
  • Java Script, TestNG and Selenium
  • Certified in Quality Management from TCS Business Academy

Languages

English
Hindi
Malayalam
Tamil

References

  • Deepak Sathyan, Program Delivery Manager TCS, 0091-9744788333
  • Rajalakshmi Sheshan, Senior Manager Infosys, 0091-9847912033
  • Kiran Mathew, Manager: Nielsen, 00919895050048
  • Nikola Rotzev, Senior Manager, Product Development and Delivery, Ooredoo Qatar, 00974-33219999
  • V Pritam, Business Relationship Manager-Virtusa Qatar, 00974-50283891

Personal Information

  • Emergency Contact: Bimal VJ, Spouse, +974-3038561
  • Title: Senior IT Consultant
  • Date of Birth: 1985-05-15
  • Nationality: Indian

Locations

  • Kochi, Kochi, Kerala, India
  • Riyadh, Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Doha, Doha, Doha, Qatar
  • Ilford, Ilford, London, United Kingdom
  • Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Timeline

Program Manager

Tech Mahindra Qatar
04.2023 - Current

Program Manager

Tech Mahindra Qatar
04.2023 - 06.2024

Business Analyst and Scrum Master

Qatar Airways
10.2022 - 03.2023

Business Analyst and UAT Lead

Ooredoo Qatar
10.2019 - 09.2022

Project Manager

Tata Consultancy Services
04.2014 - 03.2019

Senior Specialist

Nielsen India Pvt. Ltd.
05.2011 - 05.2014

Developer, Onsite Coordinator

Infosys Technologies Ltd.
07.2006 - 05.2011

Diploma in Business Management - undefined

ICFAI University Tripura

Higher Secondary - undefined

University of Kerala

Secondary - undefined

University of Kerala

B.Tech. - Computer Science and Engineering

Cochin University of Science and Technology