Ing. Azhakesan Kolanginathan
Angestellt, Business Analyst, Hurtigruten GmbH
Abschluss: Master, Bharathidasan University
Hamburg, Germany
About me
As a results-driven business analysis professional with 6 years of experience spanning various industries, I specialize in data analysis, process improvement, and project management. I am proficient in project management methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall, and adept at using data analysis, visualization, and reporting tools such as Excel, Power BI, SAP BO/BI, Tableau, and SQL. Throughout my career, I have delivered business revenue growth, profitability, market share, and customer satisfaction through marketing and branding strategies, market research, consulting, event management, and corporate communication. I have also implemented reports and dashboards using data visualization and business intelligence tools, leading to increased productivity and efficiency for small and enterprise businesses and resulting in increased revenue.
Timeline
Professional experience for Azhakesan Kolanginathan
Current 1 year and 1 month, since Mar 2022
Business Analyst
Hurtigruten GmbH
*By analyzing historical data trends and identifying optimization strategies, €2M in cost savings were achieved. *Vendor analysis was applied, resulting in a 35% reduction of €4.5 million in freight costs for the 2023 budget planning. *Data-driven forecasting of onboard revenues was conducted, revealing €2.5M in annual growth opportunities, leading to a 17% year-over-year sales increase.
3 years and 2 months, Feb 2019 - Mar 2022
Business Analyst
Nadec Foods
*Sales were augmented by analyzing business channels, products, and customers, developing NPDs, reducing costs, and increasing revenues. *The existing system, including its interfaces with other apps, was analyzed to translate business requirements into system requirements. *Competitor activities were monitored, and competitive strategies were developed, resulting in a 5% increase in market share.
2 years and 6 months, Sep 2016 - Feb 2019
MIS Analyst
Hassani Group Of Companies
*Supported the spending analysis to ensure a more accurate, efficient, and automated process *Extracted daily, weekly, and monthly reports using Excel and SQL with a view to ensure accuracy and timeliness *Piloted a month-end close process, order management, stock management, and account reconciliations *Imparted robust reporting and analytical information support to the management team *Reviewed and analyzed the key performance indicators (KPI) and financial ratios
Educational background for Azhakesan Kolanginathan
2 years, Jun 2013 - May 2015
Applied Computer science
Bharathidasan University
3 years, Jun 2010 - May 2013
Applied Computer science
Bharathidasan University
Languages
English
Fluent
German
Basic
Tamil
First language