SUNIL KUMAR KATIKIA

Senior Data Analytics Consultant

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About

Highly accomplished Senior Data Analytics Consultant with over 7 years of expertise in translating complex business needs into actionable, data-driven strategies and scalable BI solutions. Proven leader in automating KPI reporting, optimizing processes, and delivering high-impact insights using SQL, Power BI, Python, and Tableau for global stakeholders. Adept at driving significant improvements in operational efficiency, data accuracy, and strategic decision-making across diverse domains.

Work Experience

Senior Data Analytics Consultant

QAD Inc.

Jun 2024 - Jun 2024

Mumbai, Maharashtra, IN

Currently spearheading data analytics initiatives to optimize cloud operations and enhance business intelligence, guiding projects from conceptualization to advanced analytical solutions.

  • Developed and deployed 10+ real-time dashboards in Looker Studio and Tableau, significantly improving visibility into cloud operations and ensuring SLA compliance.
  • Automated KPI and Jira reporting processes, resulting in a 40% reduction in manual effort and enhancing data accuracy across multiple teams.
  • Analyzed over 100K Jira records to identify critical process inefficiencies, leading to a 15% reduction in support backlog and improving operational flow.
  • Collaborated with global teams across the US and UK to strategically align analytics projects with product roadmaps and support objectives, ensuring cohesive data-driven development.
  • Led comprehensive audit and governance efforts for BI solutions, ensuring strict adherence to data privacy and compliance standards across all platforms.
  • Managed end-to-end analytics project lifecycle, from initial scoping and requirement gathering to final delivery, solving complex business problems with tailored basic to advanced analytical approaches.

Senior Product Consultant - Analytics

LTIMindtree

Sep 2022 - Jun 2024

Bangalore, Karnataka, IN

Drove significant analytical product innovation and client engagement by leveraging AI-led insights and optimizing project delivery for enterprise solutions.

  • Spearheaded the delivery of 15+ Proof-of-Concept (PoC) projects utilizing Fosfor Decision Cloud, effectively driving AI-led insights and demonstrating value for enterprise clients.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with pre-sales, product, and DevOps teams to define critical MVP success criteria and ensure robust client infrastructure readiness.
  • Optimized PoC setup time by 30% through streamlined deployment and RCA workflows integrated with JIRA, accelerating project initiation and reducing resource expenditure.
  • Delivered daily usage reports and interactive dashboards for 5+ key clients, directly influencing product adoption strategies and enhancing user engagement.
  • Translated complex analytical outputs into compelling business narratives and strategic recommendations, enabling informed decision-making for CXO-level stakeholders.

Data Analyst

HRMS Consulting Pvt. Ltd.

Nov 2021 - Jul 2022

Bangalore, Karnataka, IN

Provided critical data analysis and visualization to empower sales teams and optimize customer engagement strategies through real-time insights.

  • Created and implemented real-time Power BI dashboards integrated with GCP, empowering 20+ sales teams with immediate, data-driven insights for improved decision-making.
  • Designed and deployed comprehensive reports for performance tracking, product visibility, and detailed customer segmentation, enhancing strategic marketing efforts.
  • Analyzed cart abandonment trends, directly influencing UI/UX improvements that led to a measurable 12% increase in customer retention.

Technology Analyst

Infosys Ltd.

Jan 2018 - Oct 2021

Bhubaneswar, Odisha, IN

Developed robust reporting systems and ETL processes to enhance data visibility and operational efficiency for a global client base.

  • Built dynamic Crystal Reports dashboards from diverse datasets, significantly enhancing data visibility across finance and operations departments.
  • Developed and maintained robust ETL processes, ensuring reliable data integration and supporting comprehensive reporting systems for a multinational retail client.
  • Improved dashboard refresh reliability by 25%, directly reducing reporting delays across departments and ensuring timely access to critical business intelligence.

Education

Technology

C.V. Raman College of Engineering

Apr 2013 - Jan 2017

Bhubaneswar, Odisha, IN

General Studies

Mother's Public School

Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

Bhubaneswar, Odisha, IN

General Studies

D.A.V. Public School

Jan 2010 - Jan 2011

Bhubaneswar, Odisha, IN

Certificates

Infosys Certified Agile Professional

Infosys

Google Data Analytics Certification

Google

IBM Data Science Foundation Certification

IBM

AWS Partner: Accreditation Certification

AWS

Languages

English , Odia , Hindi

Skills

Data Tools & Platforms

  • SQL
  • Crystal Reports
  • Snowflake
  • Tableau
  • Power BI
  • Dremio
  • Looker Studio
  • Jira

Programming & Databases

  • Python
  • ETL Processes
  • Data Analysis

Cloud Platforms

  • GCP BigQuery
  • AWS

Business Intelligence & Reporting

  • KPI Reporting
  • BI Solutions
  • Dashboard Development
  • Documentation and Reporting

Professional & Project Management

  • Problem Solving
  • Team Collaboration
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Client Communication
  • Project Management
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Data Privacy & Compliance