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Sumanreddy Tekula

Sumanreddy Tekula

Houston,TX

Summary

Business Analyst with 5 years of experience delivering solutions in utilities, energy, and corporate operations. Skilled in building customized reports and dashboards using Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, Formulas), SQL, Power BI, and Tableau to support data-driven decisions. Adept at documenting requirements (BRDs, FRDs, User Stories), analyzing processes, and resolving issues with a strong customer service mindset. Experienced with CRM systems (Salesforce, HubSpot) and known for critical thinking, attention to detail, and clear communication with stakeholders at all levels.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Analyst

Kofax, USA
08.2023 - Current
  • Provided end-to-end business function support across utility and energy workflows, ensuring smooth operations in power delivery settings.
  • Utilized MS Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, formulas) and SQL to create, modify, and run customized reports, improving decision-making speed and accuracy.
  • Delivered clerical and administrative support, including maintaining project documentation and preparing presentations for leadership review.
  • Built dashboards in Power BI and Tableau to consolidate data from PC and mainframe systems, reducing manual reporting effort and highlighting key performance metrics.
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to identify gaps, perform root cause analysis, and recommend actionable solutions.
  • Leveraged CRM tools to track customer interactions and support issue resolution, ensuring a strong customer service mindset in every engagement.
  • Facilitated requirement sessions and prepared documentation (BRDs, FRDs, user stories) to align technical deliverables with business needs.
  • Recognized for keen attention to detail, analytical thinking, and the ability to work independently while meeting strict deadlines.

Business Analyst

InvestMitra, INDIA
07.2019 - 07.2022
  • Partnered with stakeholders, FP&A teams, and developers to gather and refine functional requirements via JAD sessions and workshops.
  • Analyzed investment data using SQL and Python to reduce operational costs and identify trends.
  • Worked with insurance datasets and used Guidewire (PolicyCenter & ClaimCenter) for reporting and insights.
  • Supported ML modeling efforts to forecast market behavior and trends.
  • Defined user stories and acceptance criteria, led sprint planning, and ensured successful UAT execution.
  • Analyzed insurance KPIs and created dashboards in Power BI to provide actionable insights.
  • Built data flow and ER diagrams for better process visualization and decision-making.
  • Performed financial modeling and forecasting using Excel and Power BI to refine revenue projections.
  • Collaborated with QA for user acceptance testing and ensured smooth system integration.

Education

Master’s in Business Analytics - undefined

Trine University
MI
05.2024

Bachelor’s in Computer Science - undefined

Sri Indu College of Engineering & Technology
Hyderabad
08.2020

Skills

  • Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, Formulas)
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • SQL Queries (modify/run/create)
  • CRM Systems (Salesforce, HubSpot)
  • Customized Reporting & Dashboarding (Power BI, Tableau)
  • Data Quality & Validation
  • Critical Thinking & Root Cause Analysis
  • Business & Functional Documentation (BRDs, FRDs, User Stories)
  • Utilities & Energy Business Support
  • Customer Service & Issue Resolution
  • Stakeholder Communication (Oral & Written)

Timeline

Business Analyst

Kofax, USA
08.2023 - Current

Business Analyst

InvestMitra, INDIA
07.2019 - 07.2022

Master’s in Business Analytics - undefined

Trine University

Bachelor’s in Computer Science - undefined

Sri Indu College of Engineering & Technology