Rupali Kulkarni
About Rupali Kulkarni
Rupali Kulkarni is a Senior Specialist Project Manager in Strategic Planning at KIOXIA America, Inc., with extensive experience in project management and business analysis across various organizations in the UK and India. She has a strong background in utilizing Lean principles and has received commendations for her leadership in critical IT support during national elections.
Current Role at Kioxia
Rupali Kulkarni serves as a Senior Specialist Project Manager in Strategic Planning at KIOXIA America, Inc. since 2020. Based in San Jose, California, she is responsible for overseeing strategic initiatives and project management within the organization. Her role involves coordinating various projects and ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals.
Previous Experience at Milton Keynes Council
Prior to her current position, Kulkarni worked at Milton Keynes Council as a Business Analyst and Project Manager from 2016 to 2018. During her two-year tenure in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, she contributed to various projects aimed at improving council operations and service delivery.
Experience at Aberdeen City Council
Kulkarni has extensive experience at Aberdeen City Council, where she held multiple roles from 2009 to 2016. Initially serving as a Project Leader and Project Manager for seven years, she later worked as a Business Analyst from 2007 to 2009. Her work focused on project management and analysis to enhance local governance and community services.
Educational Background
Rupali Kulkarni earned her Master of Science (MSc) degree from the University of Strathclyde, studying from 2005 to 2006. She also holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BEngg) from Vishwakarma Institute of Technology, where she studied from 1998 to 2002. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in project management and strategic planning.
Professional Skills and Achievements
Kulkarni has utilized Lean Principles, Kaizen, 5S, and the Kanban System to enhance productivity in the manufacturing sector. She successfully led the refurbishment of server infrastructure during a data center move ahead of schedule. Additionally, she received commendations from the CEO for her leadership in providing critical IT support during the UK national and local elections in 2017 and 2018.