Prashant Kumar
About Prashant Kumar
Prashant Kumar is a Bid Manager at T-Systems ICT India Pvt. Ltd. with extensive experience in the telecom sector and business development roles across multiple countries.
Work at T-Systems ICT India Pvt. Ltd.
Currently, Prashant Kumar serves as a Bid Manager at T-Systems ICT India Pvt. Ltd., a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he collaborates with C-level executives to create presentations and reports that facilitate informed decision-making. His responsibilities include managing high-value bids, which range from $1 million to $250 million, and shaping new product directions within the telecom sector.
Experience at Cognizant
Prashant Kumar has extensive experience at Cognizant, where he held multiple roles over several years. He worked as a Senior Manager from 2017 to 2019 and as a Business Development Manager from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, he served as a Senior Business Analyst in Business Development from 2011 to 2012 and as a Senior Consultant in Cognizant Business Consulting from 2012 to 2014. His roles involved managing business development initiatives and contributing to strategic consulting projects.
Educational Background
Prashant Kumar holds a B.Tech degree in Electrical & Communications Engineering from Moi University, where he studied from 2000 to 2005. He also earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Telecom Management with a focus on Systems & Finance from the Symbiosis Institute of Telecom Management in Pune, studying from 2005 to 2007. Additionally, he completed a course in Freelance Journalism at the London School of Journalism in 2013.
Achievements in Bid Management
In his career, Prashant Kumar has championed initiatives to enhance the bid management community. He has developed templates, tools, and training programs aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of bid management processes. His experience includes managing BSS applications that have generated approximately $3 billion in revenues, showcasing his impact in the telecom sector.
International Experience and Client Engagements
Prashant Kumar has worked in diverse client-facing roles across various countries, including the UK, India, Malaysia, and Kenya. This international experience has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of different markets. He has been involved in advisory engagements, product advisory, domain consulting, and operational model design as part of strategy and business consulting assignments.