Rajiv Gupta
Program Manager at Publicis Sapient
- Role
- Program & Project Management Cross-functional Leadership Strategic Planning & Execution at Publicis Sapient
- Location
- Bengaluru, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
Experience
Program & Project Management Cross-functional Leadership Strategic Planning & Execution
Jun 2021 — Present · Bengaluru, IN
Proven expertise in leading complex, technical, and cross-functional initiatives in fast-paced environments. Skilled in end-to-end project execution, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timely delivery.Key Projects & LeadershipSalesforce Program Leadership – Pilot Flying J (Energy & Commodities)Led Salesforce project execution for Pilot Flying J, managing planning, development, and delivery to enhance operational efficiency.Telecom Program Leadership – Verizon (North America)Directed C++/Java-based telecom projects for Verizon, driving technical execution, cross-functional collaboration, and Agile transformation.Strategic Business & Operational ManagementBusiness Strategy & Risk Management: Developed business plans, risk frameworks, budgets, and BCP to ensure stability and scalability.Stakeholder Engagement: Ensured transparent communication on progress, risks, and key milestones for alignment.Product Launch & Innovation: Led market-critical launches, driving business impact and customer satisfaction.Operational Excellence: Managed reward programs, communication plans, expense policies, and escalation frameworks for efficiency.Financial Planning & Profitability: Oversaw budget allocation, cost control, and revenue growth.Process Standardization & Quality Strategy: Led POCs, Agile improvements, and quality strategy to enhance efficiency.Workforce Strategy & Talent OptimizationStrategic Workforce Overhaul: Revamped hiring, staffing, billing, compensation, interview processes, and demand planning.Talent Planning: Partnered with Industry Leads, Portfolio Leads, and Craft Leads to address talent gaps.Scalable Hiring Strategy: Enabled a 3x workforce expansion to meet business growth.Executive Alignment: Presented a comprehensive talent strategy to executive leadership.
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