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Praphul Kumar

@praphulkumar

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Experienced Associate Director in Portfolio Management and PMO.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to leverage my extensive PMO experience in a dynamic environment that values strategic contributions and fosters professional growth.

I am a PMP certified professional with nearly 14 years of extensive experience in project and portfolio management. My career has been dedicated to leading PMO operations across various sectors, including Renewable Energy, Engineering Design, and ITES. I have a proven track record of aligning project delivery with organizational goals and driving strategic contributions that enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

In my current role as Associate Director at Marsh McLennan, I lead PMO governance and reporting for a multi-million-dollar portfolio. I excel in stakeholder management, ensuring clear communication and collaboration across teams. My expertise in project management methodologies and tools, such as Planview and MS Project, has enabled me to implement frameworks that optimize project success and governance. I am passionate about fostering continuous improvement and driving change within organizations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Associate Director - Portfolio Management

Current

Marsh McLennan

May 2021 - Present (4 years 2 months)

Led PMO governance, reporting, and delivery assurance for a multi-million-dollar portfolio, collaborating with senior leadership. Established and refined project management frameworks and methodologies, ensuring consistent and excellent delivery across the portfolio.

PMO Portfolio Management Stakeholder Management SharePoint)Risk Management Financial Analysis Product Roadmap Backlog Management

Portfolio Manager

Suzlon Energy Limited

Nov 2015 - Present (9 years 8 months)

Led end-to-end portfolio management, collaborating with Portfolio/Department Heads to develop comprehensive project plans. Established benchmark standards and guidelines, and presented weekly/monthly MIS reports for processes, projects, and programs.

Portfolio Management Project Management Reporting Process Improvement Trend Analysis

Senior Process Engineer

KPIT Technologies Ltd.

Nov 2012 - Present (12 years 8 months)

Contributed to process improvement initiatives and supported various engineering projects. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and efficiency in project execution.

Quality Assurance Data Analysis Technical Documentation Problem Solving Team Collaboration

Quality Analyst

HCL Technologies Ltd.

Jul 2011 - Present (14 years)

Performed quality assurance activities, including testing and defect tracking, to ensure software product quality. Assisted in the development and implementation of quality control procedures.

Quality Assurance Software Testing Quality Control Test Case Development Root Cause Analysis Documentation

Executive - Quality Assurance

S4Carlisle Publishing Services Pvt. Ltd.

Nov 2009 - Present (15 years 8 months)

Responsible for quality assurance in publishing services, ensuring adherence to quality standards and client specifications. Conducted reviews and audits to identify and resolve quality issues.

Quality Assurance Publishing Quality Auditing Process Improvement Client Communication Problem Solving

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

BITS Pilani

M.S. in Quality Management, Quality Management

Completed a Master of Science degree focusing on Quality Management. Gained expertise in various quality assurance and process improvement methodologies.