Rakesh Kumar

About Rakesh Kumar

With over 13 years of experience in telecom cost audit and compliance, I am a Senior Auditor at NTT, a global leader in technology and business solutions. I leverage my extensive industry knowledge and skills to deliver audit recommendations that lead to substantial cost savings and operational improvements for clients across various sectors and regions. I excel at evaluating both wireline and wireless expenses, identifying potential compliance issues, and ensuring optimal rates are maintained. I also manage end-to-end telecom procurement and order management for clients, ensuring a smooth transition to cost-efficient practices. Through weekly client interactions, I foster ongoing enhancements and prepare roadmaps for future audits and savings initiatives. As a CISA aspirant, I am committed to enhancing my skills and knowledge in information systems auditing and security. My goal is to provide value-added solutions that optimize telecom expenses and performance for clients.

Experience

1. Senior Auditor

   NTT

   Dec 2021 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   I am a Telecom Expense Management Industry expert known for my ability to drive significant cost savings and operational improvements and leading a team of 4 Subject Matter Experts. My experience spans a range of key areas: Telecom Cost Optimization: I excel at delivering audit recommendations that lead to substantial telecom cost reductions while maintaining service quality. Continuous Improvement: Through weekly client interactions, I foster ongoing enhancements and prepare roadmaps for future audits and savings initiatives. Strategic Roadmaps: As part of the implementation team, I create comprehensive onboarding roadmaps for new clients, ensuring a smooth transition to cost-efficient practices. Procurement Excellence: I manage end-to-end telecom procurement, build vendor relationships, and negotiate contracts that consistently benefit clients. Customized ERP Solutions: I leverage ERP tools to tailor strategies that meet each business\'s unique telecom cost optimization needs. Vendor Collaboration: Regular vendor communication is essential for dispute resolution, circuit reconciliation, and addressing queries promptly. 🤝 Effective Contract Negotiation: I am skilled in negotiating vendor contracts on behalf of clients, securing favorable terms and maximizing cost-saving opportunities.[Phone - 96••••••07/94••••••46. Email - r••••••••@gmail.com #TelecomCostOptimization #ProcurementExcellence #StrategicPartnerships #ClientEngagement

Education

• Instituto Hispania

  Spanish Language, Spanish Language and Literature

  2014 — 2015

• Seshadripuram First Grade College (S.F.G.C), Bengaluru

  Bachelor’s Degree, Finance, General

  2008 — 2011