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Ankur J

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I lead enterprise transformation, operating model redesign, and execution governance for measurable outcomes.

India
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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead enterprise transformation, operating model redesign, and execution governance where I can help senior leaders build scalable organizations, improve accountability, and deliver measurable operational outcomes.

I advise founders, CEOs, and senior leadership teams at Simpliwise Consulting on organization transformation, operating model redesign, and execution excellence. I help growth-stage and mid-market enterprises build scalable, investor-ready structures, governance, and performance rhythms.

Previously, at Bank of New York, I led enterprise-wide onboarding, operations, platform modernization, and change initiatives. I built KPI-driven dashboards and execution controls that contributed to 20%+ improvements in cycle time and error reduction.

In the Indian Army, I directed modernization and capability programs exceeding $100M across 15 operational units and external partners, delivering $10M+ in cumulative savings. I also sustained approximately 97% operational readiness and improved operational output by approximately 30% through workflow optimization, risk management, and structured program controls.

My work combines strategy, structure, governance, and delivery discipline. I use Lean Six Sigma, KPI system design, PMO frameworks, Power BI, PowerApps, and structured change control to turn transformation mandates into lasting operating mechanisms.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Consulting Partner

Simpliwise Consulting

Jan 2026 - Present (8 months)

Advises founders, CEOs, and senior leadership teams on organization transformation, operating model redesign, and execution excellence. Leads diagnostic and intervention programs focused on leadership alignment, governance effectiveness, and enterprise-wide accountability.

Bank of New York logoBY

Senior Vice President

Jul 2023 - Aug 2025 (2 years 1 month)

Led planning, execution, and delivery of multiple enterprise-wide initiatives across onboarding, operations, platform modernization, and change programs. Coordinated cross-functional stakeholders and built KPI-driven dashboards to improve operational performance.

IA

Director, Strategic Planning

Indian Army

Jul 2019 - Mar 2023 (3 years 8 months)

Directed multi-year modernization and capability programs exceeding $100M, converting strategic objectives into executable delivery plans. Managed seven concurrent initiatives and established integrated reporting mechanisms across 15 operational units.

IA

Senior Technical Program Manager

Indian Army

Jul 2017 - Jul 2019 (2 years)

Directed concurrent technical and operational programs exceeding $100M across seven units with 685+ personnel. Sustained ~97% operational readiness and improved operational output by ~30% through workflow optimization and structured execution controls.

IA

Operations Manager (Air Defence Missile System)

Indian Army

Jul 2007 - Jul 2009 (2 years)

Managed operations of air defence missile systems, ensuring operational readiness and mission success.

IA

Deputy Director, Technical Training (Vehicle Technology)

Indian Army

Jul 2004 - Sep 2006 (2 years 2 months)

Directed technical training programs in vehicle technology, enhancing skills and operational readiness.

IA

Engineering Officer (Armoured Vehicle Workshop)

Indian Army

Jul 2002 - Jul 2004 (2 years)

Managed engineering operations in an armoured vehicle workshop, ensuring maintenance and repair of military vehicles.

IA

Team Leader, Combat Unit (Infantry Battalion)

Indian Army

Jun 2001 - Jul 2002 (1 year 1 month)

Led a combat unit in an infantry battalion, ensuring operational readiness and mission execution.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

IIM Indore logoII

IIM Indore

Business Management, Business Management

Pursued Business Management program at IIM Indore.

Scrum.org logoSC

Scrum.org

PSM-I, Scrum

Holds Professional Scrum Master I (PSM-I) certification from Scrum.org.

Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Pune logoDP

Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Pune

M.Sc., Military Science

Earned M.Sc. in Military Science from DIAT, Pune (DU).

KPMG logoKP

KPMG

Green Belt, Lean Six Sigma

Holds Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification from KPMG.

Mumbai University logoMU

Mumbai University

B.E., Mechanical Engineering

Completed B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Mumbai University.

Project Management Institute (PMI) logoPP

Project Management Institute (PMI)

PMP, Project Management

Holds Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from PMI.

BITS Pilani logoBP

BITS Pilani

PG Diploma, Business Analytics

Completed PG Diploma in Business Analytics from BITS Pilani.

Microsoft logoMI

Microsoft

AZ-900, Cloud Computing

Holds Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) certification from Microsoft.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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