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Praveen Kumar Mishra

State Project Coordinator
Pune

Summary

Project Management Professional with extensive experience in overseeing state-level initiatives and driving impactful results. Focused on team collaboration and adaptable to changing project needs. Known for strong organizational skills and strategic planning abilities along with proven track records of managing a team of 30 professionals in order to cater the petroleum clients such as - Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Hindustan Petroleum (HP), Bharat Petroleum Corporation (BPCL), Nayara Fuel and Energy.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

State Project Coordinator

ManpowerGroup - (Deployed at Atos)
Pune
10.2019 - Current
  • Facilitated issue resolution among team members, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged problem-solving skills.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to execute state projects successfully and within budget constraints.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans, ensuring timely completion and quality deliverables.
  • Presented regular status reports to senior leadership on critical milestones, risks, issues encountered during the course of projects managed.
  • Optimized resource utilization through strategic planning and prioritization of tasks among team members based on their strengths.
  • Established strong working relationships with external partners, vendors, and contractors to achieve shared objectives smoothly.
  • Managed stakeholder expectations with clear communication of project goals, timelines, and progress updates.
  • Monitored project budgets closely to ensure optimal allocation of resources and cost control measures.
  • Provided mentorship and guidance for junior staff members to develop their skills in managing state projects more efficiently.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance across all aspects of the state projects by staying current with industry standards and guidelines.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all project activities for future reference and audit purposes.
  • Conducted post-project reviews to analyze successes, challenges, and lessons learned for continuous improvement efforts.
  • Enhanced team collaboration for better project outcomes through regular meetings and progress updates.
  • Collaborated with various departments to gather necessary information and resources required for successful project execution.
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
  • Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
  • Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
  • Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
  • Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
  • Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
  • Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
  • Streamlined project management by implementing efficient communication and reporting strategies.
  • Contributed to the development and continuous improvement of project management processes, tools, and templates within the organization.

Team Lead - Recruitment

Tech Mahindra Business Services
12.2018 - 07.2019
  • Evaluated recruitment metrics regularly to identify areas of improvement and implement necessary changes for better outcomes.
  • Spearheaded campus recruiting events, promoting company culture while attracting high potential graduates into entry-level positions.
  • Reduced time-to-hire for open positions by implementing an improved talent sourcing strategy.
  • Optimized applicant tracking system usage for greater accuracy in reporting and data analysis, facilitating informed decision-making processes.
  • Enhanced recruitment efficiency by streamlining the candidate screening and interview scheduling processes.
  • Managed high-volume requisitions effectively, ensuring a smooth hiring process for all stakeholders involved in the recruiting lifecycle.

Recruitment Sourcing Specialist

Facio Consulting - Deployed at American Express
Gurgaon
11.2017 - 12.2018
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices in sourcing, enabling continuous improvement within the procurement function.
  • Worked with departments to find new and better items to fulfill diverse needs.
  • Developed comprehensive sourcing strategies for specific categories, resulting in more efficient procurement processes.
  • Managed a portfolio of suppliers, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and conditions, as well as quality standards.
  • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.

HR Recruitment Executive

Tech Mahindra Business Services
Noida
07.2015 - 08.2016
  • Streamlined HR processes by implementing efficient recruitment strategies and procedures, resulting in reduced time-to-fill rates.
  • Managed relationships with external recruitment agencies to expand reach into niche markets or hard-to-fill positions when needed.
  • Negotiated competitive salary packages to secure top talent while maintaining budgetary constraints.
  • Organized career fairs and networking events, fostering strong connections between potential candidates and company representatives.
  • Conducted thorough background checks and reference verifications, mitigating potential risks associated with hiring decisions.
  • Collaborated with department heads to identify specific hiring needs and develop targeted recruitment plans accordingly.
  • Achieved high levels of candidate satisfaction by coordinating seamless onboarding processes, including orientation sessions and new hire paperwork.

Recruitment Executive

Tech Mahindra Business Services
Noida
09.2013 - 11.2014
  • Reduced time-to-fill for open positions by proactively sourcing high-quality candidates through various channels.
  • Enhanced candidate experience by streamlining the recruitment process and implementing effective communication strategies.
  • Increased client satisfaction with timely and accurate reporting on recruitment metrics and ongoing updates on hiring progress.
  • Supported management in developing and implementing personnel policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with HR team to develop job descriptions that accurately reflect role requirements and attract top talent.

Education

MBA - Marketing And HR

UPTU
Lucknow
06.2009 - 07.2011

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance And Accounting

MJP Rohilkhand University Bareilly
Pilibhit, India
06.2003 - 07.2006

Skills

Project Management

Financial Analysis

Performance Monitoring

Risk Management

Project Planning

Cost Analysis

Data Analysis

Task Prioritization

Compliance Monitoring

Budget Control

Risk management proficiency

Process Improvement

Stakeholder Management

Vendor Management

Preparing Report and Dashboards on Weekly

Preparing QBR and Annual business review

Project Lifecycle Management

Change Management

Resource Allocation

Business Process Mapping

Regulatory Compliance

Certification

Project Management Program

Timeline

Project Management Program

05-2024

State Project Coordinator

ManpowerGroup - (Deployed at Atos)
10.2019 - Current

Team Lead - Recruitment

Tech Mahindra Business Services
12.2018 - 07.2019

Recruitment Sourcing Specialist

Facio Consulting - Deployed at American Express
11.2017 - 12.2018

HR Recruitment Executive

Tech Mahindra Business Services
07.2015 - 08.2016

Recruitment Executive

Tech Mahindra Business Services
09.2013 - 11.2014

MBA - Marketing And HR

UPTU
06.2009 - 07.2011

Certified Industrial Accountact

06-2008

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance And Accounting

MJP Rohilkhand University Bareilly
06.2003 - 07.2006
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