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Aju K George

I help organizations transform ideas into results with strategic project leadership. Through effective execution, I foster collaboration and empower teams to exceed expectations.

Bengaluru

22+ years of work experience

Capgemini Technology India Pvt Ltd
Jan 20206 yrs 5 mosPresent

Bengaluru Area, India

● Primarily managed ~ € 30 Mn for 175+ Resources at a Cluster level and 850+ Resources at an Account level. ● Helped recover ~ € 200 K as additional revenue by reconciling actual and billed hours. ● Led the Account Profit Maximization (APM) / Contribution Margin Improvement (CMI) initiative, resulting in a 5% increase in Contribution Margin (CM%). Achieved this by optimizing Charge Out Rates (COR), leveraging Offshore resources, and replacing high-cost resources. ● Launched organizations Financial Tool for Account, leading to complete monitoring and reporting Financials monthly effectively, without any slippage. ● Designed an excel based document to replace a historical document leading to operational time being cut down by almost 50%. ● Launched a Mentoring Program for the Business Unit (BU), for employees with over 7 years of experience.
Accenture Solutions Private Limited
Feb 20164 yrsJan 2020

Bengaluru Area, India

• Managed a PMO Team providing Support Operations (BD Management & Monitoring, Contracting Support, Invoicing Support & Roster Management) for a Client with Annual Revenue ~$200 Bn. • Defined PMO Team deliverables, monitored tasks to completion and shared weekly status update with stakeholders. • Formulated strategies to enhance performance, quality, and workflow utilization. Additionally, also drive improvements in service quality aligned with project management best practices.
Tata Consultancy Services
Jul 200510 yrs 8 mosFeb 2016

Bengaluru Area, India

● Managed an ISU (35 Professional & Software Clients) with contract value ~$40 Mn for 750+ resources as ISU Account Manager/PMO Lead. ● Deputed to Singapore as Business Analyst [2010 – 2011] for Offshoring Banking PWM Operations of an Investment Banking client. ● Managed a team of 20 members handling tasks with diverse delivery timelines, including daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly commitments.
Dell Computers India Pvt. Ltd
Jul 20041 yr 1 moJul 2005

Bengaluru Area, India

Education

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Marketing & HR

CMS Institute of Management Studies

20022 yrs2004

Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science

VLB Janakiammal College of Arts and Science

19993 yrs2002

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Headline

I help organizations transform ideas into results with strategic project leadership. Through effective execution, I foster collaboration and empower teams to exceed expectations.

About

"The best way to predict the future is to create it." - Peter Drucker This quote perfectly captures my nearly two decades of experience as a Non-IT/Non-Technical Project Manager, transforming ideas into successful projects. I’ve refined my skills in planning, managing complex projects, and leading teams to achieve remarkable results. The irony of being a Non-IT/Non-Technical Project Manager in an IT domain is something I embrace fully. I am passionate about fostering collaboration and empowering individuals to reach their full potential. My method is straightforward: listen, plan, execute, and deliver. Whether streamlining operations, launching new initiatives, or driving process improvements, I bring a steady hand and strategic mindset to every project. I've worked across diverse industries, collaborating with clients in Agriculture and Food, Banking & Financial Institutions, Commodity Trading, Hi-Tech (Professional & Software Services), Energy, Pharma, and Retail. My journey has been about more than just meeting timelines and milestones; it's been about building relationships and fostering trust. Some highlights of my experience include: • Leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget. • Developing and implementing efficient project management processes. • Building strong stakeholder relationships to ensure projects align with business goals. I am dedicated to continuous learning and constantly seek opportunities to improve and innovate. When I'm not working, I enjoy relaxing with good music, a captivating book, or a movie/series in the documentary, humor, psychological, or suspense genres. I also enjoy exploring photography, finding joy in being behind the lens. I am open to discuss exciting opportunities, lets catch up for a coffee... or write to me: ajukgeorge@gmail.com

Location

Bengaluru

Work experience

Senior Project & Operations Manager at Capgemini Technology India Pvt Ltd, Jan 2020 - Present · 6 yrs 5 mos, Bengaluru Area, India, ● Primarily managed ~ € 30 Mn for 175+ Resources at a Cluster level and 850+ Resources at an Account level. ● Helped recover ~ € 200 K as additional revenue by reconciling actual and billed hours. ● Led the Account Profit Maximization (APM) / Contribution Margin Improvement (CMI) initiative, resulting in a 5% increase in Contribution Margin (CM%). Achieved this by optimizing Charge Out Rates (COR), leveraging Offshore resources, and replacing high-cost resources. ● Launched organizations Financial Tool for Account, leading to complete monitoring and reporting Financials monthly effectively, without any slippage. ● Designed an excel based document to replace a historical document leading to operational time being cut down by almost 50%. ● Launched a Mentoring Program for the Business Unit (BU), for employees with over 7 years of experience.

PMO Lead & Operations at Accenture Solutions Private Limited, Feb 2016 - Jan 2020 · 4 yrs, Bengaluru Area, India, • Managed a PMO Team providing Support Operations (BD Management & Monitoring, Contracting Support, Invoicing Support & Roster Management) for a Client with Annual Revenue ~$200 Bn. • Defined PMO Team deliverables, monitored tasks to completion and shared weekly status update with stakeholders. • Formulated strategies to enhance performance, quality, and workflow utilization. Additionally, also drive improvements in service quality aligned with project management best practices.

Asst. Manager (ISU PMO Lead) & Operations at Tata Consultancy Services, Jul 2005 - Feb 2016 · 10 yrs 8 mos, Bengaluru Area, India, ● Managed an ISU (35 Professional & Software Clients) with contract value ~$40 Mn for 750+ resources as ISU Account Manager/PMO Lead. ● Deputed to Singapore as Business Analyst [2010 – 2011] for Offshoring Banking PWM Operations of an Investment Banking client. ● Managed a team of 20 members handling tasks with diverse delivery timelines, including daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly commitments.

Process Associate at Dell Computers India Pvt. Ltd, Jul 2004 - Jul 2005 · 1 yr 1 mo, Bengaluru Area, India

Education

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Marketing & HR, CMS Institute of Management Studies

Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science, VLB Janakiammal College of Arts and Science