Sumit Pandit
About Sumit Pandit
Sumit Pandit serves as the Head of IT and Process - Access Solutions at STL - Sterlite Technologies Limited, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in IT management and process optimization, with previous roles at KPMG India, Wipro Infotech, and Publicis Sapient.
Current Role at Sterlite Technologies
Sumit Pandit serves as the Head of IT and Process for Access Solutions at Sterlite Technologies Limited (STL) since 2021. He is based in Gurugram, Haryana, India. In this role, he focuses on validating Business Continuity Plans to ensure operational resilience. He also identifies process automation opportunities to support business transformation agendas. His responsibilities include ensuring compliance and governance in IT operations, aligning with the organization's security policies while considering both technology and user experience.
Previous Experience at KPMG India
Before joining STL, Sumit Pandit worked at KPMG India as an Associate Director from 2014 to 2021. During his seven years at KPMG, he contributed to various IT initiatives and was involved in managing IT budgets to ensure adherence to financial constraints. His role required interaction with key stakeholders, including the COO and Group CIO, to align IT strategies with organizational objectives.
Career Background in IT
Sumit Pandit has a diverse background in IT, having held various positions across multiple organizations. He worked at Wipro Infotech Ltd as a Program Lead for four months in 2010 and spent four years at Publicis Sapient as a Senior Associate in Project Management from 2010 to 2014. Additionally, he served as a Configuration Analyst at Hewitt Associates for one year and as a Technical Associate at Tech Mahindra Ltd for three years from 2006 to 2009.
Educational Qualifications
Sumit Pandit studied at the International Management Institute (IMI), where he earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGPX) with a focus on Marketing and IT from 2009 to 2010. This educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary to align IT roadmaps with business product pipelines, enhancing productivity within organizations.
Key Responsibilities and Skills
In his current and previous roles, Sumit Pandit has demonstrated a strong focus on managing external vendors and ensuring that partner Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are met according to defined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and governance processes. His expertise includes supporting business teams and ensuring compliance in IT operations.