UBusha bandaram
@ushabandaram
Versatile Product Owner with 13 years of project management experience.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-oriented Product Owner and Project Manager with over 13 years of experience in survey management, data analytics, and product lifecycle leadership. My expertise lies in Agile methodologies, data visualization, and cross-functional team leadership. I have a proven track record of delivering actionable business insights and managing complex projects across various sectors, including FMCG, Banking, Telecom, and Healthcare.
Throughout my career, I have excelled in aligning solutions with client objectives through effective stakeholder engagement and data-driven decision-making. I have led product vision and roadmap development, ensuring that features and releases deliver maximum value. My ability to facilitate Agile ceremonies and collaborate with diverse teams has consistently resulted in high-quality, scalable solutions that meet user expectations and technical feasibility.
I am passionate about mentoring teams and improving processes to enhance productivity and reduce errors. My commitment to continuous improvement and my user-centric design approach have enabled me to successfully manage product launches and client onboarding, ensuring compliance with industry standards and data privacy regulations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Product Owner & Project Manager
dss+ India Pvt Ltd
May 2018 - Present (7 years 2 months)
Led product vision and roadmap development by aligning business objectives with customer needs, ensuring features and releases delivered maximum value. Managed product backlogs in tools like Jira, consistently refining, prioritizing, and ensuring clarity for development teams.
Survey Manager & Data Analyst
E.I. DuPont India Pvt Ltd
May 2014 - Present (11 years 2 months)
Led the end-to-end lifecycle of survey projects for the APAC region, including requirements gathering, questionnaire design, survey programming, data validation, analysis, and client reporting. Managed survey deployment using platforms like SurveyMonkey, SurveyGizmo, and Ztelligence, customizing logic, language, and flow based on country-specific compliance and audience behaviour.
Senior Analyst – Coding, Programming, Reporting
MarketTools Research Pvt Ltd
Jun 2011 - Present (14 years 1 month)
Designed and programmed surveys tailored to client requirements across sectors. Conducted open-ended text analysis using Ascribe; built codeframes for data structuring.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
KUKakatiya University
Post-Graduate Diploma, Counselling and Guidance
Completed a Post-Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Guidance, focusing on foundational principles and practical applications in the field. Gained expertise in various counselling techniques and guidance methodologies.
KUKakatiya University
M.Sc., Industrial Psychology
Pursued a Master of Science degree in Industrial Psychology, delving into the psychological principles applied in organizational settings. Studied topics such as organizational behavior, human resources, and workplace dynamics.
OUOsmania University
MBA, Human Resource Management
Obtained a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Human Resource Management. Focused on strategic HR practices, talent management, organizational development, and labor relations.
KUKakatiya University
B.Sc., Botany, Zoology, and Chemistry
Completed a Bachelor of Science degree with a triple major in Botany, Zoology, and Chemistry. Developed a strong scientific foundation across biological and chemical disciplines.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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