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Nilesh Dattani

North Waterloo,ON

Summary

Certified Scrum Master and results-oriented Project Manager, offering over 17+ years of experience leading successful SAP implementations, driving data-driven decision-making through advanced machine learning algorithms, and delivering transformative digital solutions in the banking, finance, and manufacturing industries. Deep expertise in Business Analytics, Data Science, cloud computing, and Big Data with exceptional Project management skills from leadership and communication, fostering collaboration in multicultural environments involving internal and external stakeholders at different levels and driving team success. A strategic thinker with a proven track record in optimizing processes, enhancing operational

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Process & Data Analyst Project Management

Infosys Ltd.
12.2014 - 03.2021
  • Streamlined project management processes by implementing Agile methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and faster project completion times.
  • Improved client satisfaction by consistently delivering projects on time and within budget constraints.
  • Spearheaded a team of project managers and business analysts for consistency in SAP Implementation, Data Analytics, and Data Science initiatives, accomplishing milestones within time and budgetary limits
  • Deployed advanced regression and time series algorithms to support informed decision-making, leading to a 93% improvement in business outcomes.
  • Deployed different metrics to analyze and determine the project requirements and actions needed at different stages and facilitated Retrospective and Sprints
  • Carefully determined suitable resources and project lifecycle management tools to eliminate impediments from teamwork and recommended process modifications to boost efficiency, quality, and discipline
  • Discussed different factors impacting team dependencies and provided guidance and training to manage the backlog effectively.
  • Researched and recommended changes to improve productivity through constructive feedback and discipline maintenance.
  • Boosted data integrity and accuracy to 98% through efficient communication with global clients for need assessment and validating business rules.
  • Outlined roadmaps to direct the integration of SAP with multiple satellite applications, including Condor+, VIM, and Barter sales management.
  • Used NLP and Qlik Sense to engineer real-time analytics and problem-solving platforms, resulting in 95% improved operational efficiency.
  • Reduced 95% coordination time through transformative change management initiatives and a streamlined workflow system.

Business Analysis and Project Management – Banking

HDFC Bank
02.2012 - 10.2013
  • Improved project efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing best practices in project management.
  • Reduced project costs through effective resource allocation and budget monitoring.
  • Increased stakeholder satisfaction by delivering projects on time and within budget.
  • Enhanced team productivity with regular progress reviews and efficient communication strategies.
  • Led coordinated efforts for the improvement of banking applications and seamless implementation of reconciliation and trading platforms.
  • Conducted comprehensive testing to ensure meeting client requirements in collaboration between business and technical teams.
  • Minimized 90% time in manual matching through the adoption of enhanced critical processes and Automated Reconciliation System
  • Implemented a Direct download and reconciliation framework and integrated RetAD with the mid-office and back-office systems, significantly enhancing data processing capabilities and reducing manual intervention by 95%
  • Enabled automated trading for high-value bank customers across various Forex trades like Spot, Swap, Futures, and Options by proficiently leading the implementation of Reuters Auto Dealer (RetAD)

Business Analysis – Banking

CMS Info Systems - Royal Bank Of Scotland
01.2005 - 02.2012
  • Improved overall business efficiency by identifying and addressing process bottlenecks through comprehensive analysis.
  • Led cross-functional teams to streamline business operations, resulting in reduced costs and increased productivity.
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes, enabling the company to make informed strategic choices.
  • Conducted thorough market research and competitor analysis, informing the development of new products and services.
  • Led the end-to-end requirements gathering, documentation, and regulatory compliance process to ensure post-implementation support.
  • Administered and supported change management processes for various financial and banking applications
  • Involved in drafting, monitoring, and supporting various Financial Closing and budgeting plans and process improvements.
  • Implemented various complex applications involving data handling, manipulation, and reconciliation.
  • Accomplished a significant 90% reduction in time spent on individual daily financial statement requests by incorporating Automated Email Statements
  • Implemented a SharePoint solution to facilitate an accessible and organized documentation repository and adequate information management.
  • Crafted comprehensive change management, support processes, and business continuity plan for multiple bank applications, ensuring smooth transitions.
  • Coordinated with various Reserve Bank of India teams to ensure prompt technical support for system failures.
    Managed time-critical dealing applications like PDO-NDS, CFMS, NDS-OM, NDS-Call, Auction, Repo, Derivative system, Reuters, and Kondor Plus
  • Designed and developed:
    Email statement utility for automatically publishing email statements for corporate customers. | Newsletter website for publication of internal business policies and news for the employees | Training website and calendar for internal training purposes
    Utility for auto web mailers

Education

Ontario College Graduate Certificate - Business Analytics

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON
04.2023

Ontario College Graduate Certificate - Project Management

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON
04.2022

EXECUTIVE POST GRADUATE PROGRAM IN DATA SCIENCE, B - DATA SCIENCE, BIG DATA AND BUSINESS ANALYTICS

AEGIS School Data Science
Mumbai, India
10.2019

MBA - Master in Information Management

L.N.Welingkar Institute of Management Development
Mumbai, India
04.2010

Bachelor in Commerce - Accounting And Finance

Sheth N.KT.T College Of Commerce
Mumbai, India
10.2004

Skills

    Complex Project & Program Leadership
    Project Management & Agile Methodologies (Scrum, Waterfall)
    Business Analytics, Data Analytics & Data Science
    Advanced Machine Learning Algorithms & Predictive Modeling
    Big Data Technologies & Architecture
    Process Optimization & Digital Transformation
    Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management
    Cross-functional Team Leadership & Collaboration
    Problem-solving & Critical Thinking
    Effective Communication & Presentation
    Change Management
    Strategic Planning & Risk Management
    Cost Reduction Project Team Leadership
    Contract Negotiation
    CSM – Certified Scrum Master

    Project Management Methodologies: Agile, Scrum, Waterfall Team Building Customer Relations
    Programming Languages: Python, R, SQL, Java, Net
    Data Analysis & Visualization: Tableau, Power BI, Qlik Sense, Qlik View Excel
    Machine Learning and Statistical Modeling
    Big Data Technologies: Hadoop, Spark, Hive
    Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud
    Database Management: SQL, Oracle, MongoDB
    Agile Project Management Tools: Jira, Trello, Clarity
    Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies
    Data Warehousing & ETL Tools
    Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Text Analytics MS Office: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, MS Project, OUtlook, Notes

Accomplishments

Multiple Employee of the Month awards for exceptional project contributions.
ACE of the Month and Star Performance award for driving successful web implementation.
Spot awards for consistently going the extra mile.
Recognized for outstanding employee engagement activities.
Multiple awards for winning cultural events at college and state levels.

Additional Non-Filed Jobs

  • Worked with the University of Waterloo for the Food Service Department from 08/2023 - to date
    Worked with Paragon Securities from 07/2022 - 06/2023
    Worked with the University of Waterloo for the Food Service Department from 01/2022 - 06/2022
    Worked as a Volunteer Project Manager for System Implementation for Shree Hospital from 03/2021 till 09/2021

Timeline

Business Process & Data Analyst Project Management

Infosys Ltd.
12.2014 - 03.2021

Business Analysis and Project Management – Banking

HDFC Bank
02.2012 - 10.2013

Business Analysis – Banking

CMS Info Systems - Royal Bank Of Scotland
01.2005 - 02.2012

Ontario College Graduate Certificate - Business Analytics

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning

Ontario College Graduate Certificate - Project Management

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning

EXECUTIVE POST GRADUATE PROGRAM IN DATA SCIENCE, B - DATA SCIENCE, BIG DATA AND BUSINESS ANALYTICS

AEGIS School Data Science

MBA - Master in Information Management

L.N.Welingkar Institute of Management Development

Bachelor in Commerce - Accounting And Finance

Sheth N.KT.T College Of Commerce

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