Rahul Kulkarni

Experience

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  KEC International Ltd.

  May 2015 - Jun 2015

  Project Engineering Intern

  • Worked with research team on “Optimization of Aluminium Annealing Process” to identify and take measures to reduce input costs of aluminium annealing by using graphical representations of annealing temperatures.• Worked with sales team on client management, negotiation and query resolutions. • Worked with plant management team on “Continuous Improvement/ Lean Manufacturing” project and developed understanding of PDCA process, 5S and Kaizen system.• Defined SWOT analysis for KEC International and produced a risk management report Show less

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  Eicher Tractors

  Dec 2015 - Dec 2015

  Quality Control Intern

  • Trainee in Quality Assurance Department, research on methods and measures of quality improvement • Undertook a research project on "Inspection and Quality Control" to understand the inspection principles and the concepts of measurement and quality control.• Performed quality checks under the guidance of quality control managers and machine operators to develop Autonomous Quality Maintenance standards for major assembly line components

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  Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited

  May 2016 - Jun 2016

  Database Intern

  • Responsible for research database management, vendor management• Worked on BHEL’s annual “Tool and Gauge manufacturing” report with manufacturing management team• Responsible for primary & secondary market research on the types of bearings used in different machine shaft

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  SG Analytics

  Jun 2017 - Dec 2019

  • Feasibility Studies: Led extensive studies to assess data availability for analyzing emerging technologies, ensuring strategic accuracy.• Secondary Research: Utilized diverse databases for in-depth analysis of IoT and TMT sectors, deriving strategies for market entry and expansion.• Customer Research Analysis: Designed and interpreted surveys from proprietary and syndicated studies to gather strategic insights, driving targeted marketing efforts.• Competitive Intelligence: Led the "Market Mastery Initiative" from January 2022 to December 2022, directing efforts to monitor and analyze competitor strategies and market positioning, thereby identifying key opportunities for differentiation. Directed efforts to monitor and analyze competitor strategies and market positioning, identifying opportunities for differentiation.• Market Sizing Analysis: Managed market sizing projects, including TAM, SAM, and SOM assessments, to provide strategic market insights.• Methodology Development: Spearheaded the "Insight Innovator" project, creating new tools and techniques to significantly enhance the accuracy and relevance of market insights.• Report Preparation and Ownership: Ensured detailed sector reports met quality standards, providing clear and actionable insights to clients.• Recommendation Provision: Offered strategic recommendations based on deep analysis, supporting client goals in product development and market positioning.• Team Training and Development: Mentored junior analysts, enhancing team capabilities through professional guidance and targeted training.• Client Management: Maintained strong relationships with clients, aligning research projects with their objectives, acting as a trusted advisor.• Quality Control & Project Management: Ensured project accuracy and timely delivery, managing multiple initiatives and implementing rigorous quality checks. Show less Roles & Responsibilities• Analyzing data obtained from telecom regulators, operators, and various other sources.• Monitoring the performance of mobile and fixed telecoms KPIs for selected African and Middle Eastern markets in the World Cellular Information Service and World Broadband Information Service databases.• Maintaining and revising World Telecom Financial Benchmark templates: Monitoring financial and operational KPIs in fixed excel templates on a quarterly basis and creating a news in brief (NIB) report accordingly.• Maintaining and updating World Cellular Investor templates: Tracking significant investment activities, mergers, and acquisitions involving telecom operators in African and Middle Eastern markets. Show less

  • Senior Business Analyst

    Dec 2018 - Dec 2019

  • Business Analyst

    Jun 2017 - Dec 2018
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  Omdia

  Dec 2019 - Aug 2021

  Business Technology Analyst
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  Evalueserve

  Sept 2021 - Jun 2022

  Senior Business Analyst -Strategy Business Development
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  BNY Mellon

  Jun 2022 - now

  Product Lead