Archana Balusu

Experience

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  E*TRADE Financial

  Aug 2008 - Dec 2011

  Software Developer in Business Intelligence

  • Played multiple roles, including Business Analyst, Data Quality Analyst, Reports Developer, and Project Manager, contributing to successfully delivering BI projects.

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  The Coca-Cola Company

  Jan 2012 - Jul 2012

  Sr. Business Analyst in Business Intelligence

  • Created a central repository to integrate data from the decentralized LIMS systems, enabling comprehensive analytics across the US juice plants.• Collaborated with LIMS and data warehouse teams for data integration and management.• Developed use cases, process flows, and report mock-ups; reviewed designs with the business and ensured requirements were met.• Partnered with Data Warehouse, BO, and UI designers, and performed data mapping across source systems, which improved data accuracy and enhanced overall reporting capabilities. Show less

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  UPS Supply Chain Solutions

  Jul 2012 - Aug 2013

  Sr. Systems Analyst/PM

  • Fostered strong relationships with stakeholders and cross-functional teams, improving communication and collaboration, which resulted in increased project efficiency.• Co-developed and co-facilitated a collaborative process to secure buy-in from five business teams (~50 users) for the new Brokerage Operations Support System (BOSS), a custom-built solution designed to automate and optimize customs clearance for international shipments, resulting in increased compliance across operations and improved shipment tracking. Show less

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  Carter's | OshKosh B'gosh

  Sept 2013 - Dec 2020

  • Led a cross-functional team of Business Analysts, and Report Developers, ensuring cohesive project execution and consistently delivering high-quality results.• Strategically planned and executed the transition from Waterfall to Agile frameworks, resulting in a 25-30% increase in throughput and improved project delivery timelines by rigorously applying Agile principles and best practices.• Established and tracked key metrics such as team capacity, utilization, and demand vs. available capacity, optimizing work prioritization and aligning project outcomes with business objectives.• Spearheaded Steering committee meetings, delivering critical updates on project status, risks, and budget utilization, ensuring strategic alignment and facilitating informed executive decision-making.• Directed high-impact Business Intelligence projects, including in-store reporting, order management, and supply chain dashboards, driving significant improvements in data-driven decision-making.• Developed and led the digital strategy for M&A system integration, optimizing processes and workflows.• Orchestrated the migration of data warehouses from IBM Netezza to AWS Redshift and analytics tools from MicroStrategy to Tableau, significantly enhancing data accessibility and increasing reporting efficiency. Show less • Enhanced product delivery by executing a clear product vision and strategy with stakeholders while leveraging advanced team collaboration techniques. This approach led to timely and improved BI solutions and reduced rework by 25%.• Led the development of the supply chain dashboards that integrated data from various de-centralized systems, delivering an end-to-end view of the product lifecycle, and providing KPIs to enhance customer experience and improve operational efficiencies. • Developed store reporting dashboards that displayed historic store performance across multiple KPIs and provided comparative analysis between stores at district and regional levels, enabling better performance tracking and strategic decision-making. • Developed metrics to measure product success and tracked issues logged post-rollout, reducing post-product issues by approximately 30% and resulting in significant cost savings. Show less

  • Data Analytics Lead Program/Product Manager

    Feb 2015 - Dec 2020

  • Sr Data Analytics Product Manager

    Sept 2013 - Jan 2015
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  Novelis

  Dec 2020 - Apr 2022

  IT Business Relationship Manager/ Program Manager

  • Collaborated with business stakeholders to align and prioritize multiple programs, ensuring they meet strategic objectives and deliver value across the organization.• Led a team of Project Managers and Business Analysts, ensuring effective project execution and stakeholder management. • Managed supply chain and finance SAP transformation programs, promoting positive stakeholder relationships.• Implemented a Metal Procurement System, as part of an M&A systems integration, reducing manual work by 600+ hours per month at the plants, and increasing process efficiency by 40%.• Orchestrated change management across various rollouts to ensure seamless implementations.•Transitioned teams to Agile methodologies, improving project efficiency by 30% and reducing time-to-delivery by 25%.• Collaborated with regional business functions and global IT to develop strategic roadmaps and lead cross-functional teams.• Mentored product owners and developers to build high-performing agile project teams. Show less

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  Astridia LLC

  Apr 2022 - Nov 2023

  Principal IT Consultant - Software Programs

  End client - Sephora• Delivered high-impact retail software solutions that enhanced the user experience for store employees and customers.• Led teams in executing major initiatives, including the rollout of curbside delivery, iOS-based ScanGun, real-time inventory applications, and digital displays (Electronic Shelf Labels), all of which enhanced in-store customer experience and improved operational efficiency. • Led cross-functional collaboration with teams across Data Analytics, Azure Cloud, Kafka, SAP, RPA, PLM, and DevOps (CI/CD), driving alignment and ensuring the successful execution of high-impact strategic initiatives.• Built and executed implementation plans for programs across retail and eCommerce channels.• Collaborated with business and IT leadership to manage the IT programs roadmap, budget spend, budget forecasting, and delivery timelines. Show less

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  University of Georgia - Terry College of Business

  Aug 2023 - Mar 2025

  Vice President Student Council EMBA
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  Rivian

  Nov 2023 - Feb 2025

  Sr. IT Program Manager

  • Created proactive and transparent processes for prioritizing IT initiatives by improving communication with business and IT leadership. • Successfully led the company’s most critical 2024 Gen2 R1 launch from the manufacturing systems perspective.• Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives for MES platforms, including Rockwell and Ignition, optimizing system performance, enhancing production workflows, and driving operational efficiency.• Reduced downtime caused by manufacturing systems by over 60% through pre-system validations and ghost builds.• Decreased production ramp-up time through robust issue triaging and tracking processes.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing Engineers, Process Engineers, ERP specialists, NPI team, Product development, Launch Managers to ensure on-time delivery of programs. Show less

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  CRH

  Mar 2025 - now

  Cybersecurity Programs