Ritesh Sewsaran

Experience

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  Denel Optronics

  Jan 1997 - Jan 1999

  Designed and built Filter Card for Sight Control Unit to be used on targeting systems. PerformedAcceptance Testing on all systems and sub-systems. Compiled Build History Documents, EnsuredBaselines were fixed on time to achieve production milestones. Performed Field Tests both locally andabroad. Interacted closely with clients (both local and international) on production and maintenanceissues. Managed production personnel. Fault find and repair equipment. Provide support overseasduring customer demonstrations. Performed retrofits to enhance performance of systems.Selected Achievements: · Consistently developed strong relationships with clients · Consistently delivered on time and to specification Show less

  • Senior Technician

    Jan 1997 - Jan 1999

  • TECHNICIAN

    Jan 1997 - Dec 1997
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  DENEL CUMULUS

  Dec 1997 - Oct 2002

  SENIOR TECHNICIAN

  Designed, developed and implemented differential video methodology to reduce noise interference onsystem level. Held regular progress meetings with clients. Interacted closely with clients both local andinternational. Managed production personnel. Provided support to international client.

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  Denel

  Jan 1999 - Jun 2006

  Project Manager

  Managed projects for the MOD

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  POWERTECH IST OTOKON

  Jun 2006 - Mar 2009

  PROJECT MANAGER

  JUNE 2006 ­ MARCH 2009Oversee all project related functions in the Demand Side Management group. Performed projectinitiation, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling and closing of projects. Prepared budgets,forecasts, contracts for sub-contractors, developed functional specifications for Energy ManagementSystems. Contract and managed sub-contractors. Create Project plans and schedules, approvedpayments on projects. Provided team training, mentoring and coaching. Chair design reviews (Internaland external). Exceeded budgeted profit margins on all projects. Project portfolio exceeded R 30m peryear. Prepare proposals for new initiatives, present proposal at various organisations.Selected Achievements: · Instrumental in complete turnaround of project management methods thereby reducing cost of sale on projects and ensuring profit margins always exceeded budgeted values. Continuously set higher expectations and instituted individual team-member accountability resulting in greater project success rate. · Exceeded all expectations through projects, averaging less than 50% of budgeted cost of sale. Set new standards to measure project success rate thus earning multiple company awards in recognition of performance. · Consistently developed strong, sustainable relationships with all partners and executive decision makers of Powertech. Show less

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  BAE Systems - Land Systems Dynamics

  Mar 2009 - Aug 2010

  Project Manager

  Managed the Hoefytser Commander Sight Program

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  BAE Sytems

  Mar 2009 - Jan 2010

  Manager: Operational Improvement and Compliance

  I ensure we comply to all legal requirements.I head the Quality Department.I ensure that we improve and optimise all processes

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  BAE SYSTEMS LAND SYSTEMS DYNAMICS

  Mar 2009 - Oct 2009

  PROJECT MANAGER

  Perform all aspects of Project Management on projects. Introduced new tools to enhance productivitythroughout company, added different dimension to current group thereby enhancing projectmanagement team, provide inputs to enhance business improvement, pioneer of new LCM frameworkon large project.

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  BAE Systesm, Land Systems South Africa

  Jan 2011 - Dec 2011

  Manager, Indirect Tax

  Managed the Drawback Process for the claiming of Import Duties with SARS

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  LSSA

  Dec 2011 - Apr 2013

  Project Manager

  Manage RG32 Spares Program

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  Barclays

  May 2013 - Jan 2014

  Manager: Process Modelling

  Programme ManagementImproving processesRunning strategic programmesRe-launching Central Project Management Office

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  Barclays Africa Group Limited

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2016

  Acting Head: Project Management Office

  The portfolio included the day-to-day management of the various portfolios within Technology Enablement to name a few:• Implemented first fully automated process within Absa using Robotics. (Blue Prism) 30 FTE reduction• Re-designed invoicing process to reduce end to end processing time from 6 days to 2 days• Liaising effectively to deliver communication and executive level narratives at Technology exco• Led the software standardization project across Absa to ensure all software loaded across Absa hardware is legal, up to date and correct• Led the innovation center of excellence with Technology to improve business processes to achieve technology metrics• Developed and executed the strategy for Technology Enablement driving digital transformation, Ways of Working and Agile implementation. Created the first agile squad in Absa. Show less

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  Absa Group

  Jan 2017 - now

  Accountable and responsible for the following:• Design, build and delivery of key features within the mobile banking app to achieve critical strategic business metrics such as digital adoption, customer satisfaction, etc. • The portfolio includes the Wealth and Investment business, Business Bank and Everyday Banking• The formulation and execution of the mobile strategy for the Wealth and Investment business• Working closely with the executive team within the Business Bank sector to co create a future state for mobile banking• I lead teams of UI designers, UX designers, analysts, QA specialists and developers through the critical stages of product development and management• Plays a thought leadership role within the various businesses that I face off to, to transform digitally with a mobile mindset• Representative of Absa at WASPA• Responsible for strategic partnerships with Mobile Network Operators• Manage relationships with various third party vendors for product deliverables and features• Coordinating and executing technology and digital strategy tracking including adopting an Agile and DevOps method of work, increasing focus in innovation and digital disruption, cloud adoption and using emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain and Internet of Things• Liaising effectively to deliver communication and executive level narratives at board committee meetings in group management sessions• Key outcomes to date include; o increased sales in micro insurance investment products, o exceeded sales forecast on life products, doubled the sales forecast volume on life oriented products. o Delivered a digital onboarding capability for various products within Retail and Business bank. o Increased market share in Electricity business from 3% to 20%. o Increased market share in Prepaid airtime and data business to 25%. o Negotiated an SMS rate for the Messaging business that is 26% lower than the national rate Show less Managed the end to end delivery and onboarding of VAS services across Absa. This included amongst others, prepaid services, messaging services and electronic statements. Key highlights include: • Increased market share in the prepaid electricity business from 3% to 20%. • Increased market share in prepaid airtime and data business to 25%. • Negotiated an SMS rate for the Messaging business that is 26% lower than the national rate• Achieved an overall revenue growth of 19% YOY (VAS)• Led VAS culture change and workplace transformation to a more innovative, results orientated environment• Responsible for monthly engagements with CEO at Mobile Network Operators on performance and enhancement initiatives Show less

  • Product Owner

    Mar 2018 - now

  • Senior Product Manager

    Jan 2017 - Feb 2018