Arun Kumaar Rajagopal
About Arun Kumaar Rajagopal
Arun Kumaar Rajagopal is a Product Manager at Thomson Reuters in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with a background in product analysis and business analysis. He has experience working with various companies, including Loblaw Companies Limited and Accenture, and has a proven track record in Agile practices and team mentorship.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Arun Kumaar Rajagopal has been employed at Thomson Reuters as a Product Manager since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product development and ensuring that product backlogs are prioritized effectively. His work contributes to timely market releases, aligning with the company's strategic objectives.
Previous Experience at Loblaw Companies Limited
Prior to his current position, Arun worked at Loblaw Companies Limited as a Product Analyst from 2019 to 2021. During his tenure, he focused on product analysis and contributed to the enhancement of product offerings, leveraging insights to inform decision-making processes.
Career Background in Product Analysis and Business Analysis
Arun's career includes significant experience in product and business analysis. He served as a Product Analyst at Intertek Alchemy for two months in 2019 and as a Senior Business Analyst at Accenture from 2016 to 2019. His role at Accenture involved increasing team velocity by 63% through Agile Scrum practices.
Mentorship and Team Collaboration
Arun has demonstrated leadership through mentorship and collaboration. He mentored a cross-functional team of 12 members to ensure timely delivery of quality products. Additionally, he facilitated collaboration among seven agile teams across three countries, fostering strong working relationships.
Agile Practices and Training
Arun has played a key role in implementing Agile practices within teams. He trained global teams and new Scrum Masters, which resulted in early project delivery and reduced process waste. He also conducted grooming sessions to clarify product and business requirements for the Scrum Team.