Vijith Balaram Email & Phone Number

Karnataka, India

Bengaluru Area, India

Spearheaded comprehensive reporting and analytics across key sectors such as Online, Distribution Fleet Operations, GHS & IGHS, Supply Chain, Customer Fulfilment, e-sourcing, Commodities, Pricing and General Merchandising for Tesco UK and Central Europe.•Reporting Standardization: Championed the adoption of industry best practices to achieve uniformity in reporting, enhancing process efficiency and organizational effectiveness.•Data Visualization Innovation: Spearheaded the development of engaging, interactive data visualizations to address complex business issues and drive process optimization.•Continuous Improvement Leadership: Drove process enhancements and operational efficiency by leveraging comprehensive data analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.•KPI Development and Tracking: Partnered with multidisciplinary teams to define and monitor key performance indicators, ensuring accurate measurement of business performance.•Strategic Resource Management: Optimized team capabilities through targeted upskilling and cross-skilling, aligning human resources with strategic business needs.•Stakeholder Engagement: Fostered strong relationships with the global team, aligning deliverables with business priorities and driving stakeholder satisfaction.•Financial Stewardship: Directed comprehensive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for Tesco Online fleet costs, underpinning sound financial decision-making.•Data Quality Assurance: Maintained high standards of data accuracy and integrity through meticulous validation and quality assurance practices.•Data Literacy Advocacy: Encouraged a culture of data analytics, mentoring colleagues to elevate the organization's data-driven decision-making capabilities.•Risk management: Established robust risk mitigation strategies to safeguard against potential operational challenges or disruptions.

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Spearheaded reporting and operations teams, specializing in business process optimization, report customization, and comprehensive process enhancement, leading to increased operational efficiency and data integrity.•Developed and managed robust reporting processes utilizing Power BI, Tableau and Excel to derive actionable insights, driving operational improvements and superior customer experiences.•Transformed traditional Excel reports into dynamic Tableau dashboards for UK stakeholders, enhancing data visualization and recommending innovative styles for improved usability.•Communicated strategic insights and data-driven recommendations to directors and key stakeholders, fostering informed decision-making throughout the organization.•Designed and delivered customized reports to meet specific business needs, supporting data-centric strategies and organizational decision-making.•Advanced reporting process efficiency by implementing VBA and Advanced Excel automation, minimizing manual labor and elevating data accuracy.•Led the management and enhancement of reporting systems and online operations for International Grocery Home Shopping, ensuring seamless operations and the consistent delivery of high-quality services.•Provided exemplary team leadership, promoting a cooperative and high-achieving work environment, while nurturing professional growth and development.•Conducted regular performance and operational metric analyses to pinpoint improvement opportunities and execute strategic enhancements.•Transformed Excel reports to Tableau dashboards

Bangalore

Spearheaded accounts payable team for client CBRE.•Financial forecasting and benchmarking for US reinsurance major pertaining to employee benefits•Formulate Business Requirement Document (BRD) & coordinate with Development Team for deployment of the requirement•Kaizen Champion – responsible for implementing methodology across all the processes•Optimized resourcing by ensuring right utilization of resources using kaizen methodology•Manage team of 38 members for accounts payable process – Client CBRE•Drive process improvements resulting in substantial saving using lean methodology

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

•Delivered expert-level technical support for AOL software as a Senior Customer Care Consultant.•Ensured seamless internet access by troubleshooting various versions of AOL software.