PALANISAMY R

I’m an MBA candidate in Business Analytics with 1+ year of experience in data analysis, dashboard development, and stakeholder reporting. I focus on translating complex datasets into actionable insights that support business decision-making, with an emphasis on KPIs and measurable outcomes.

In my recent role as an Apprentice at TARGET CORPORATION, I developed interactive Power BI dashboards for vendor and vendor operations teams, streamlining performance tracking across 3 teams. I also cleared a high-volume backlog of declined vendor contracts by auditing cases, resolving root-cause discrepancies, and re-routing compliant contracts for approval—restoring workflow continuity and reducing processing lag in the Accounts Payable pipeline.

I improved operational speed and data reliability by engineering automated data validation protocols and calculation templates for promo grid entries, cutting per-entry processing time by 1.5–2 minutes while reducing manual errors. I managed 10,000+ declined vendor contracts, identifying discrepancies and contributing to the recovery of outstanding payments while strengthening compliance and financial accuracy.

Earlier, as a Business Analyst Intern at SMLNEXGEN LLP, I conducted market research and revamped social media strategy across LinkedIn, Instagram, and X (Twitter), boosting engagement by 21.67% and growing the follower base. I pitched ERP software to 10+ clients, gathered requirements using Agile methodologies, and delivered insights via structured reports and dashboards—always collaborating cross-functionally to plan, execute, and recommend efficiency improvements aligned with strategic goals.