Stark.ai
Rohith Divakaran
Technology Evangelist | Transformation Leader | Chartered Accountant | Chief of Staff | Program & Portfolio Manager
About Me
- Jack of all trades, on an endless journey to acquire mastery at some.
- Forever suffering from the imposter syndrome.
- I'm sold on dreams, but I also keep my feet on the ground; impossible deadlines, paradigm shifting projects, fail-fast experiments, in-parallel pilots, roles in which every-day-is-a-new-job, 'roll-up my sleeve and get my hands dirty' work.
- These are the things that keep me motivated at work, as in life. And a common denominator for all of the above is a people first approach and a genuine inclination to connect with them to build relationships that are sustainable, meaningful and nourishing.
- I'm a technology guided business transformation professional with a total work experience of ~ 15 years across Consulting, Consumer Tech & Manufacturing Industries.
Work Experience
Head, New Technology Platforms & Digital Transformation - Senior General Manager
- Shahi Exports Pvt Ltd
- Spearhead the business streamlining and process optimization function at Shahi, leveraging technology to drive transformation in collaboration with the MNB Divisional CEO.
- Challenged established processes, reduced inefficiencies, and digitized business processes within a traditionally human-reliant industry.
- Key achievements:
- - Garment Sampling Platform: Built a platform to enhance efficiency, TATs and SLA compliance in garment sampling along with capacity planning and KPI monitoring.
- - New Product Development (NPD): Decreased NPD cycle time by 20% and reduced associated costs by 15% through technology implementation.
- - Quality Assurance (QA): Improved defect detection rates by 25% and reduced manual effort by 30% via automated QA processes.
September 2024
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Present
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Lead - Program Manager
- Krutrim
- - Spearheaded the delivery of pioneering infrastructure solutions at Ola and Krutrim, setting new industry benchmarks for compute, storage, and network capabilities.
- - Functioned as the critical link between strategic functions (Business/PaaS, Cybersecurity, Procurement, Finance, IT) across all project phases, from identification to sustained operations.
- - Directed the highly complex 'Exit Azure' program, migrating workloads to the in-house Krutrim cloud in a single week, achieving a seamless transition on the back of meticulous planning and teamwork. Delivered annual savings of INR 15 crores through this program.
- - Collaborated closely with DevOps, Platform, IaaS, and business teams, maintaining a relentless focus on execution throughout the migration.
April 2024
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August 2024
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Chief Of Staff
- Ola Electric
- - Business Process Re-engineering & Techno-Functional Leadership: Excelled at bridging organizational strategy and flawless execution.
- - Technical Expertise: Deep expertise in Enterprise Applications, Cybersecurity, and IT Operations, fueled by a strong understanding of business and user needs.
- - Rapid Systems Delivery: Consistently delivered fit-for-purpose, scalable business systems at an unprecedented pace within the Indian automotive industry.
- - Strategic Partnerships: Forged high-impact collaborations with SAP, Microsoft, AWS, Dell, BCG, Kearney, and the Big4, ensuring optimal solution delivery.
- - PMO Leadership: Spearheaded the PMO for the network and applications backbone rollout at India's largest 2W manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu, completing the project in a record-breaking eight months.
- - Efficiency Gains: Drove a 100% increase in production efficiency (doubling 2W JPH from 20 to 40) through issue resolution and continuous improvement initiatives over two years.
- - Consistent Success: Consistently exceeded expectations in this multifaceted role, contributing directly to the organization's overall success.
June 2021
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March 2024
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Chief of Staff
- Ola
- - Program Management Expertise: Spearheaded ERP roll-out for cloud kitchens, dark stores, and used cars businesses, proactively managing project lifecycle and resources.
- - Compliance & Audit Leadership: Navigated complex compliance audits (TfL licensing, partner licenses), serving as key liaison and problem-solver to ensure alignment across diverse teams.
- - Stakeholder Management & Communication: Liaised with auditors, deciphered requirements, and facilitated resolution of findings, streamlining communication and problem-solving.
June 2021
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March 2024
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Manager - Consulting
- EY
- - Client Relationship Management: 12+ years building, nurturing, and managing client and internal stakeholder relationships for seamless collaboration.
- - Project Delivery: Consistently delivered high-quality, timely results on client engagements, exceeding expectations through meticulous project planning and execution.
- - Business Development: Proactively identified new opportunities and pursued leads, driving business growth through effective client account management.
- - Financial Management: Streamlined billing, collections, and engagement monitoring processes to ensure efficient and transparent financial operations.
- - Mentorship & Training: Mentored junior colleagues and facilitated training sessions on core consulting skills, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
March 2013
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May 2021
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Article Trainee
- EY
March 2010
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February 2013
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Education
Chartered Accountant
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Mechanical Engineering
NSS College of Engineering, Palakkad
12th, AISSCE - Central Board of Secondary Education, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Computer Science
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan (BVB)
High school, 10th, AISSE - Central Board of Secondary Education
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan (BVB)
Certifications
EY Innovation - Agile - Bronze
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ICBB)
Awards
Spotlight Award - Game changer
Rising Star Award - Advisory
I Am Exceptional - Intellectually Stimulating - Team Award
