Viji Esakkimuthu
Toronto
Summary
Experienced professional with a background in market research, business development, and compliance within the sustainable energy sector. Proficient in analysis, project management, and client relations, dedicated to driving impactful initiatives forward.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Development Associate
Li-Cycle Holdings Corp
03.2022 - 10.2023
- Conducted market research and analysis on battery market trends, producing executive-level newsletters and presentations.
- Utilized Excel for integrated business development efforts, forecasting shipments and commodity prices with precision using Fast Markets and LME insights.
- Successfully secured procurement of lithium-ion batteries through winning RFP and RFQ bids for recycling initiatives.
- Ensured compliance with ISO 9001 and R2 certification standards through meticulous desktop audits for customers.
- Managed end-to-end business development activities using Netsuite and IMS software, including customer onboarding and sales order management.
Program Coordinator
Ecofitt Corp
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed Enbridge Smart Thermostat Program as Program Manager, overseeing field reps, customer engagement, and invoicing with SAGE. Achieved accurate forecasting of targets.
- Expanded the Enbridge Smart Thermostat client base through meticulous market research and adept data management, including proficiency in Excel and Pivot tables for precise tracking and analysis.
- Supported the implementation of the Energy Affordability and Home Winterproofing Program by developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and overseeing quality assurance.
Technical Support Assistant
Convergys Concentrix
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Provided proficient customer service for Oculus Virtual Reality headsets, swiftly resolving technical issues and inquiries with professionalism.
- Offered expert assistance to customers in troubleshooting headset-related issues, ensuring smooth gaming experiences and facilitating online purchases.
Associate (Intern)
EDP Renewables
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with project development team, contributing to project management activities.
- Utilized ESRI ArcGIS to create wind competition map, enhancing RFP submission process.
- Prepared document structures for 200 MW wind energy Sask Power RFP submission and conducted market research on competition for bid evaluation.
- Managed customer information using CRM software for wind energy project in Alberta, ensuring efficient organization and accessibility of vital data.
Research Assistant
Applied Energy Research Lab, NSCC
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Conducted comprehensive qualitative and quantitative research to develop an energy flow Sankey diagram for Nova Scotia.
- Assisted in auditing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for scope 1, 2, and 3 at NSCC campuses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with provincial policies and regulations.
Education
Master of Science - Resource And Environmental Management
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS12.2019
Bachelor of Technology - Biotechnology
PSG College of Technology
Tamil Nadu, India05.2017
Skills
- Excel (Functions, Pivot Tables)
- Microsoft Office (data analysis, reporting, presentation)
- PowerBI, IMS, NetSuite,
- Data driven research, Market research
- GHG accounting
Timeline
Business Development Associate
Li-Cycle Holdings Corp
03.2022 - 10.2023
Program Coordinator
Ecofitt Corp
06.2021 - 02.2022
Technical Support Assistant
Convergys Concentrix
03.2021 - 05.2021
Associate (Intern)
EDP Renewables
06.2020 - 08.2020
Research Assistant
Applied Energy Research Lab, NSCC
01.2020 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Resource And Environmental Management
Dalhousie University
Bachelor of Technology - Biotechnology
PSG College of Technology
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