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Sathish Kumar D

Principal Data Operations Analyst
Chennai

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Open to work

Desired Job Title

Principal Data Analyst

Work Type

Full Time

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Location: Chennai, TNBengaluru, KACoimbatore, TNHyderabad, TGMumbai, MH
Open to relocation: Yes

Summary

A highly skilled data professional with background in data processing and analysis. Proven ability to enhance data processing workflows and ensure data integrity. Known for strong collaboration and adaptability, ensuring seamless team integration and reliable performance under changing demands. Proficient in database management, data cleaning, and data visualization techniques.

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Certification
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12
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Data Processing Analyst

NielsenIQ India Pvt Ltd
Chennai, Tamilnadu
11.2021 - Current
  • Streamline end-to-end data onboarding, ETL analysis, data structuring, and large-scale data analysis to support strategic business decisions.
  • Streamlined manual data processing through VBA and KNIME automation, cutting processing time and improving operational efficiency.
  • Engineered scalable workflows for client data integration, ensuring strong data quality and usability throughout.
  • Analyzed data through SQL Server, Power BI, KNIME, and Excel to deliver actionable insights.
  • Played a pivotal role in streamlining data pipelines and enhancing reporting accuracy, contributing to stronger decision-making and business outcomes.
  • Elevated from senior data processing analyst
  • Managed data operations in SQL Server. Developed interactive dashboards in Power BI. Designed automated analytics workflows in KNIME. Built VBA solutions to streamline repetitive tasks. Performed analysis and reporting in Excel.
  • Improved data automation across ETL workflows, data structuring, and business intelligence outcomes. • Increased efficiency in data operations through workflow optimization. • Enhanced reporting and analysis through stronger structured data management.
  • Validated market data file outputs to ensure accuracy and consistency throughout reporting workflows.

Business Analyst in Healthcare Domain

Vallytics Global LLP
02.2019 - 11.2021
  • Conducted product performance analysis, competitor benchmarking, and generated actionable business insights using Knime and Excel.
  • Led data cleaning, transformation, and ETL processes, enhancing data accuracy and readiness for analysis.
  • Enhanced goal setting and payout processes, achieving a 99% accuracy rate through automation and data-driven models.
  • Designed and implemented VBA scripts to automate manual business processes, improving workflow efficiency and data accuracy.
  • Designed and implemented VBA scripts to automate manual business processes, significantly improving efficiency and accuracy.
  • Key Tools: Knime, VBA, Excel
  • Core Skills: Business Analysis, ETL, Workflow Automation, Data Cleaning, Performance Reporting
  • Gathered business requirements and translated stakeholder needs into clear functional specifications.
  • Analyzed process workflows to identify gaps, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align solutions with operational and reporting goals.
  • Prepared dashboards, reports, and presentations to support informed decision-making.
  • Validated data accuracy across sources and resolved inconsistencies before delivery.
  • Documented process changes, business rules, and system requirements for implementation teams.

Process Associate

Tata Consultancy Services Pvt Ltd (TCS)
Chennai, Tamilnadu
07.2014 - 01.2019
  • Directed ETL analysis across UNIX mainframes and Excel environments, troubleshooting data discrepancies to pinpoint root causes, and then documenting SOPs to enable consistent processing.
  • ETL analysis advanced through UNIX command usage. Data analysis in mainframe and Excel strengthened information validation. Root-cause analysis resolved data discrepancy issues. SOP development improved process consistency and documentation.
  • Performed root cause analysis on data discrepancies to enable the resolution of data issues.
  • Engineered and deployed standard operating procedures to ensure consistent data analysis outcomes.
  • Core technologies: Unix mainframe, and Excel.
  • Managed data quality assurance workstream, and conducted root cause analysis to pinpoint and remediate data issues within ETL workflows.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Statistics, Commerce, Accountancy

Madras University A.M. Jain College
Chennai
04-2014

Skills

Advanced Excel

Predictive analytics

Data engineering

Python programming

ETL development

SQL database

Data warehousing

NoSQL databases

Statistical modeling

Algorithms development

Data integration

Time series analysis

Certification

PowerBI Dashboard for Beginners - Linkedin Learning, February 2023, Python for Beginners - Udemy, December 2022, Diploma in MS Office - Apollo Computer Education, May 2015

RECOGNITIONS

MVP (Most Valuable Player) Award Q3'24, August 2024, Recognized with the MVP (Most Valuable Player) Award for outstanding performance, leadership, and consistent delivery of high-quality data solutions, contributing significantly to team success and business outcomes., MVT (Most Valuable Team) Award - Q3'24, June 2024, Awarded the MVT (Most Valuable Team Player) for exceptional collaboration, cross-functional teamwork, and consistent contributions to high-impact data projects, enhancing team productivity and project success.

Timeline

Principal Data Processing Analyst

NielsenIQ India Pvt Ltd
11.2021 - Current

Business Analyst in Healthcare Domain

Vallytics Global LLP
02.2019 - 11.2021

Process Associate

Tata Consultancy Services Pvt Ltd (TCS)
07.2014 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Commerce - Statistics, Commerce, Accountancy

Madras University A.M. Jain College
Sathish Kumar DPrincipal Data Operations Analyst