Pranitha Bhanial
About Pranitha Bhanial
Pranitha Bhanial is a Product Portfolio Manager at Derivco, specializing in Player Rewards and Data Delivery. With over 24 years of experience in the software industry, she has a strong background in managing product-focused teams and enhancing customer engagement.
Current Role at Derivco
Pranitha Bhanial serves as the Product Portfolio Manager for Player Rewards and Data Delivery at Derivco. She has held this position since 2000, contributing 24 years of experience in the Durban Area, South Africa. In her role, she manages a portfolio of eight products designed to enhance customer engagement and marketing execution. Additionally, she leads cross-functional teams located in Pretoria, Cape Town, and Durban, showcasing her ability to coordinate efforts across multiple regions.
Previous Experience at Transnet
Prior to her current role, Pranitha Bhanial worked at Transnet Port Terminals from 1994 to 2000. During her six years there, she held various positions including DBA, DB Developer, and Senior DB Developer for Portnet – National IT in the Durban Area. Before that, she was employed at Transnet Freight Rail from 1993 to 1994 as an Administrator, Senior Administrator, and Professional Officer for Spoornet in Empangeni, KZN. Her experience at Transnet provided her with a strong foundation in database management and administration.
Educational Background
Pranitha Bhanial studied at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from 1990 to 1992. Prior to her university education, she attended Stanger Secondary School from 1985 to 1989, where she completed her secondary education. This educational background laid the groundwork for her career in the software industry.
Industry Experience and Expertise
With over two decades of experience in managing product-focused teams within the software industry, Pranitha Bhanial has developed a strong expertise in product management and customer engagement strategies. Her extensive experience includes leading teams and managing product portfolios, which has equipped her with the skills necessary to drive marketing execution and enhance user experiences.