Vish Guttikonda

Experience

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  ISRO - Indian Space Research Organization

  Apr 2018 - Jun 2019

  Researcher

  Built a disaster management plan & framework using satellite technology, resulting in successful evacuation of 200+ villagersReviewed and updated the disaster management plan for the Meghalaya state while demonstrating analytical and strategic skillsetConducted research on geospatial analysis using remote sensing technology while showcasing an acumen for data analysis and interpretationLed a team of junior researchers at the age of 20 and published multiple research papers, displaying leadership, communication, and collaboration skills. Show less

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  DataGridz

  Jul 2019 - May 2021

  Led data migration project for a large mining conglomerate based in South Africa, acquiring its business assetsImplemented a Structured Datamart to support MIS sales reporting at a leading FMCG firm while digitizing all manual reportsEmpowered frontline associates with AIVO-driven virtual assistant, reducing call hold time by 50% for 35% of callsReduced operational IT expenses by 22% by optimizing IT and business processes; deployed data lake setup and set up operations model for central South African Bank, saving $1200K of external consulting costs Show less

  • Manager Corporate Strategy

    Jul 2019 - May 2021

  • Business Consultant

    Jul 2019 - May 2020
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  International Youth Council

  Oct 2020 - Oct 2021

  Member
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  Indian School of Business

  Jul 2021 - Jun 2022

  Vice President ,Energy club

  Led 15+ initiatives for the Energy Club cohort, mobilizing 300+ students, and carried out successful events for the Energy ClubDeveloped and oversaw the weekly "Power Shots", a digital newsletter, on the advancements in sustainability and energy

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  Bharat Aluminium Company Limited

  Jun 2022 - Nov 2022

  Lead: PMO & Analytics cell

  Working on real-time business projects with top management, particularly the C-suite, to enable data-driven business decisions.

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  Vedanta Group

  Jul 2022 - Aug 2022

  VLDP MT (M5)
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  Vedanta Group

  Dec 2022 - Sept 2024

  Sector CEO office

  I am a dedicated and results-driven professional with a strong background in business development, financial management, and marketing within the manufacturing industry. My primary role is to support the CEO, marketing, commercial, and financial leaders to drive the company's growth in various areas. I have a proven track record of enhancing business performance and delivering value in the following key domains:Financial Performance and Management:Business Performance Enhancement Below EBITDAStrategic Management of Sustaining CapexEffective Management of Interest, Bank Charges, BG, LC ChargesOptimizing Gross Working Capital (GWC) in Mn$ and DaysDebt Management, including External Affairs (EA) and Banking Consortium (BC)Maximizing Free Cash Flow (FCF)Commercial and Marketing Expertise:Commercial Operations: Expertise in End-to-End Operations, Use & Pay Models, Delivery at Place (DAP), Order Analysis for high-value transactions (<>1 crore), and nurturing relationships with Active PartnersCost Control: Skillful management of Cost per Click (CPC) and Cost per Transaction (CPT)Alumina Industry Insights: Proficiency in Alumina market analysis and peer benchmarking with competitorsMarketing Strategies:Peer Product Mapping and Gap AnalysisExploring New Avenues in Railway, Aerospace, Defense, and Green Aluminum sectorsGlobal Market Insight and Market Intelligence to identify trends, opportunities, and risksIn-depth analysis of sales performance, customer segments, and cost structures. Show less

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  Vedanta Limited - Power

  Sept 2024 - now

  Deputy Head- Fuel Management (MEL)