Sankalp Dhanvijay

Experience

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  Infosys Ltd.

  Jul 2010 - Jun 2013

  Senior Systems Engineer

  Led a project, coordinated with other teams and implemented it defect free within deadlinesApplauded by client for excellent deliverables, high quality and efficient work for all projectsAdministered and executed effective work on different stages of multiple projects simultaneouslyUsed COBOL to code programs; JCL to run them on tools like MOCHA and Extra Personal ClientHandled batch processes at the backend using Mainframe technology; front end using JAVA moduleDocumented an instruction guide for new members to help them with profile configuration issuesMentored other team members on specific stages of different projects and guided them effectivelyConducted knowledge transfer sessions to help new team members gain basic technical knowledge Show less

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  Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta

  Jun 2014 - Dec 2014

  Director of Choreography, Reminiscence'14

  Responsible for the script, dances and production for Reminiscence’14 which had a footfall of 1000+Supervised a team of 70 members; administered a budget of INR 65,000 across various activitiesDirected a dance & drama based performance with 13 different sequences comprising of 19 songs

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  Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta

  Jun 2015 - Feb 2016

  Elected President of Choreography Club at IIMC; led a team of 78 members (12 core members)Conceptualized & executed 6 flagship events; Choreographed & directed 16 sequences in themAchieved 23% increase in club budget to INR 130,000; Reduced overall expenses by 11% this yearConducted 3 auditions for 110 applicants from the batch of 2014-16 and 2015-17 for various eventsOrganized the first ever Bollywood workshop for 15 students from 2014-16 batch for a weekManaging the first ever Salsa Workshop in collaboration with Vive la Salsa; expected footfall of 40+Instituting a new annual competition Footloose with INR 8,000 as expected budget & 300+ footfall Show less

  • President, Choreography Club

    Mar 2015 - Feb 2016

  • Euphoria Event Coordinator, Carpe Diem'16

    Jun 2015 - Jan 2016
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  WNS

  May 2016 - now

  As a Director at WNS, I helm the Application Development and Management (ADM) practice, overseeing a substantial portfolio valued at USD 8 million for 25+ diverse clients across verticals including Shipping & Logistics, Travel, Entertainment, Utilities, and BFSI. Charged with full P&L responsibility, I actively seek and capitalize on growth opportunities.My role involves strategically managing the revenue pipeline for these accounts while fostering growth prospects. Collaborating closely with internal teams, including Finance, Legal, Procurement, Partnerships, and Operations, I ensure seamless and efficient delivery of services.In tandem with the Pre-sales/Solutions team, I actively contribute to multiple RFPs/RFIs, leveraging my expertise to formulate compelling business cases and innovative solutions. My role extends to evaluating project cost and effort estimations, ensuring optimal resource allocation for project success.Leading a dynamic team of 50+ members, comprising Project Managers, Business Analysts, Developers, and Testers, I drive the delivery of cutting-edge SaaS and in-house solutions across international geographies such as the US, UK, Europe, Australia, and India. Notably, I spearheaded the enhancement of an in-house product, introducing 18 new features, some powered by GenAI.A key aspect of my responsibilities is to engage client stakeholders, senior leadership, and delivery partners in shaping governance frameworks and strategic roadmaps for mutual success. Show less In my role as a Senior Consultant at WNS, I effectively managed a diverse USD 3.5 million portfolio, overseeing 16 clients in industries ranging from Shipping & Logistics to Travel, Entertainment, Utilities, and BFSI. Leading a dedicated team of 15+ members, including Business Analysts, developers, and testers, I orchestrated the delivery of both SaaS and in-house solutions across global geographies, encompassing the US, UK, Europe, Australia, and India.Noteworthy achievements include establishing and leading the Delivery and Support team for Zoho applications, including Zoho Desk, Zoho Analytics, Zoho CRM, ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus, and Zoho Survey. Collaborating with the Pre-sales/Solutions team, I actively contributed to multiple RFPs/RFIs and client questionnaires, ensuring a compelling business case and robust solutions. Additionally, my role involved guiding an internal application support team serving 1250+ users and playing a pivotal role in project management by creating and reviewing essential artifacts using tools like MS Project and the MS Office Suite. To enhance transparency and collaboration, I established Agile walls using MS Planner for project status and retrospective discussions. Show less

  • Director

    Oct 2023 - now

  • Senior Consultant

    May 2016 - Nov 2023