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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS
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ALPANA SONI

ALPANA SONI

Manager
Dubai

Summary

Managerial professional with proven record of streamlining processes and leading high-performing teams. Known for strong analytical skills and commitment to achieving results. Teams rely on collaborative leadership and adaptability to changing needs.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
Certification

Work History

Manager

Xebia
09.2018 - Current

Client: GEMS Education, Ahli United Bank, ADCB

  • Delivering high-quality web and mobile applications while adhering to project deadlines and quality benchmarks
  • Directing the development of web and mobile applications using OutSystems, .Net, & React Native, managing full project lifecycle from initiation to delivery
  • Designing & implementing scalable solution for Salesforce CRM & OutSystem, ensuring alignment with client requirements and technical specifications
  • Managing a team of 45 members, allocating resources and maintaining productivity across simultaneous projects
  • Formulating and executing strategic plans, managing a diverse portfolio to meet organizational goals and client deliverables
  • Managing the end-to-end Software Development Life Cycle, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality and performance standards
  • Maintaining continuous client engagement through structured updates, issue resolution, and expectation management
  • Administering and monitoring project budgets, implementing cost-saving measures, and achieving significant financial savings
  • Utilizing Smartsheet and Monday.com for comprehensive project planning, tracking, and reporting
  • Tracking development progress using Jira and Confluence, ensuring alignment with project goals and addressing any deviations
  • Implementing structured change management processes to accommodate project adjustments and evolving client requirements.
  • Leading multiple projects for GEMS Education, ensuring alignment with client goals and expectations
  • Achieved successful delivery of a $26 million project within a 12-months time frame, exceeding client expectations
  • Developed & maintained project schedules, resource allocation, & stakeholder communications to enhance project outcomes
  • Delivered complex projects on time & within budget, driving client satisfaction and repeat business
  • Initiated process improvements that resulted in a 15% increase in team productivity
  • Successfully transitioned from handling multiple clients to focusing on a single major client, improving service quality and project management efficiency
  • Spearheaded cross-functional project teams, enhancing collaboration and reducing project delivery time through effective communication strategies
  • Developed & implemented risk management framework, identifying potential project risks and mitigating issues, which decreased project overruns by 14%
  • Orchestrated stakeholder engagement initiatives, resulting in increase in client satisfaction scores through improved project transparency and feedback loops
  • Streamlined project workflow by introducing agile methodologies, leading to a 20 % boost in team productivity and a more adaptive project environment
  • Facilitated workshops and training sessions for team members on project management best practices, which improved overall team competency
  • Established centralized project documentation system, enhancing accessibility and knowledge sharing, reducing onboarding time for new team members
  • Led budget management efforts, successfully reducing project costs by 25% while maintaining quality standards through strategic vendor negotiations
  • Implemented performance metrics and KPIs, allowing for real-time tracking of project milestones and enhancing accountability across teams
  • Cultivated strong relationships with external partners, which resulted in enhanced collaboration and increased resource sharing on critical projects
  • Designed and executed a project feedback loop, incorporating lessons learned into future projects, thereby increasing project success rates by 30 %
  • Coordinated design meetings and decisions with internal departments and teams.
  • Maintained positive vendor relations to build strong partnerships.
  • Documented user stories, specifications, and product features into detailed work order to communicate across teams and build mandatory requirements.

Project Coordinator & Implementation Specialist

Capgemini Consulting
02.2017 - 09.2018

Client: MSITS, Schufa, Vega

  • Directed the development of web and mobile applications, leveraging OutSystems to reduce the actual time required for project delivery
  • Designed and executed solution architectures for OutSystems, improving system performance and client satisfaction
  • Led a team of over 15 members, fostering collaboration and consistently meeting project milestones
  • Cultivated and maintained strong client relationships, managing expectations and delivering high-quality results
  • Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards


Technical Lead

Dell EMC
02.2015 - 02.2017
  • Company Overview: Client: Pfizer
  • Managed data backup tools and restored client data according to specific requirements, ensuring data integrity and security
  • Spearheaded support tickets, utilizing ITSM tools to provide timely client support and resolve issues effectively
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment with client needs and expectations
  • Led the development of a data backup and recovery system that improved data integrity & reduced recovery time, ensuring compliance with standards
  • Client: Pfizer

Associate Engineer

Avekshaa Technologies
07.2014 - 01.2015
  • Client: Infosys

Education

B.E. - Electronics & Communication Engineering

RGPV
India
05-2012

Skills

  • Project management
  • Product Management
  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Decision-making
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Relationship building
  • Strategic planning
  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)
  • Operations management
  • Performance evaluations
  • Business administration
  • Budget control
  • Financial management
  • Contract management
  • Salesforce management
  • Risk management
  • Change management

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 45+ team members.
  • Achieved successful delivery of a $26 million project within a 12-months time frame, exceeding client expectations.
  • Initiated process improvements that resulted in a 15% increase in team productivity.


Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute.
  • Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP) - Project Management Institute.
  • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
  • ITIL Foundation Certified
  • Salesforce AI Specialist- Salesforce
  • Salesforce AI Associate -Salesforce
  • OCJP - Oracle
  • Outsystems React native Certified - Outsystems
  • Outsystems Presales Certified - Outsystems


Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS

Received Performance Award from the client for successful project delivery.

Recognized for outstanding performance with a client-side award, reflecting dedication to excellence in project delivery.

Timeline

Manager

Xebia
09.2018 - Current

Project Coordinator & Implementation Specialist

Capgemini Consulting
02.2017 - 09.2018

Technical Lead

Dell EMC
02.2015 - 02.2017

Associate Engineer

Avekshaa Technologies
07.2014 - 01.2015
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute.
  • Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP) - Project Management Institute.
  • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
  • ITIL Foundation Certified
  • Salesforce AI Specialist- Salesforce
  • Salesforce AI Associate -Salesforce
  • OCJP - Oracle
  • Outsystems React native Certified - Outsystems
  • Outsystems Presales Certified - Outsystems


B.E. - Electronics & Communication Engineering

RGPV
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