Shashi Kumar
About Shashi Kumar
Shashi Kumar is an Operations Manager at ThoughtWorks in Bangalore, responsible for staffing, resource allocation, and financial management since 2019. He has a background in market operations and project management, with previous roles at Cognizant, UBS, and Goldman Sachs.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Shashi Kumar has been serving as Operations Manager at ThoughtWorks since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for staffing and resource allocation, ensuring that resources are optimally utilized to meet project demands. He manages the Statement of Work (SOW) process, focusing on effective financial management that includes invoicing, revenue, margin, and leverage. His responsibilities also encompass demand and supply forecasting, aligning resources with market needs, and overseeing logistics management to ensure smooth operations and timely delivery of services.
Previous Experience at Cognizant
Prior to joining ThoughtWorks, Shashi Kumar worked at Cognizant as a Team Leader from 2018 to 2019. In this position, he was involved in managing teams and ensuring project deliverables were met efficiently. His experience at Cognizant contributed to his expertise in operations management and resource allocation.
Career History at UBS and Goldman Sachs
Shashi Kumar has a diverse background in the finance and operations sectors. He worked at UBS as a KYC Analyst from 2011 to 2013 and later as a Senior Operations Analyst from 2014 to 2017. His role at UBS involved compliance and operational tasks that enhanced his analytical skills. Additionally, he spent 10 months at Goldman Sachs as a Specialist in 2013, further broadening his experience in financial operations.
Education and Expertise
Shashi Kumar holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree from Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain College, where he studied Advanced Financial Management and Accounting from 2007 to 2010. His educational background supports his expertise in identifying and fixing revenue leakage, as well as conducting projection versus actual analysis to improve operational efficiency and accuracy in forecasting.