Machine Learning Business Analyst

Chandra Harsha Alla

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Results-driven Business Analyst with near 2 Years of experience and expertise in data-driven decision-making, predictive modeling, and process optimization. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, develop analytical models, and drive operational efficiency through strategic planning. Experienced in managing high-impact projects, collaborating with top management to align business objectives, and leveraging machine learning techniques to optimize processes. Adept at stakeholder communication, risk management, and enhancing data visualization techniques to support informed decision-making.

Skills

• Machine Learning • Predictive Modelling • Data Management • Data Analytics • Text Mining • Data Mining •

Project Management • Agile • Waterfall • Backlog Management • Wireframes • Business Documentation • Data Visualization • Deep Learning • Cloud Computing • Stakeholder Management • Forecasting • UAT

Technical Capabilities

• JIRA • Python • R-Studio • SAS Studio • SAS Enterprise Text Miner • Hadoop • SQL • Tableau • Looker • Power BI • Microsoft Suite • Google Cloud • Balasmiq Tools • VBA

Experience

August 2024 – December 2024

Project Manager PepsiCo Bottling Enhancement Project

•Led a data-driven initiative in collaboration with PepsiCo to optimize the PET bottle manufacturing process using machine learning models.

•The project aimed to predict bottle performance based on material composition and process parameters to enhance quality control and sustainability.

•Developed and tested multiple predictive models, including Gradient Boosting, Random Forest, and Ridge Regression, with the Boosted Tree model emerging as the most effective.

•Designed a simulation file to forecast bottle characteristics, allowing real-time quality assessment before production.

•Recommendations from the study contributed to a projected 6-7% reduction in PET usage while maintaining structural integrity, supporting PepsiCo’s sustainability goals and cost optimization strategies.

April 2022 – July 2023

Business Analyst Miraki Technologies Pvt Ltd Hyderabad, India

•Successfully managed the execution of high-impact technological projects in the real estate and green certification industries, driving operational efficiency and ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.

•Completed projects include Front-end and Back-end applications, Mobile Applications using technologies such as React, Angular, React JS, Node JS, PHP, JAVA.

•Led strategic planning initiatives, collaborating with clients to define objectives, optimize workflows, and enhance project outcomes.

•Worked closely with top management to align project strategies with organizational goals, contributing to a 20% increase in operational efficiency and a 15% reduction in project delivery timelines.

•Spearheaded cross-functional collaboration, fostering alignment between technical teams, stakeholders, and leadership to streamline communication and decision-making.

•Applied data-driven insights to identify risks, implement process improvements, and drive continuous enhancements in project execution.

•Maintained a proactive approach in stakeholder engagement, delivering concise reports and actionable recommendations to senior leadership for informed decision-making.

December 2020 – January 2021

Business analyst intern Sri Vaibhava Sai Homes Pvt Ltd Visakhapatnam, India

•Played a key role in analyzing business processes and identifying areas for optimization.

•Conducted extensive research to support data-driven decision-making, leading to a 10% improvement in operational efficiency.

•Assisted in gathering and documenting business requirements, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations and project objectives.

•Collaborated with cross functional teams to enhance reporting formats and streamline data visualization processes, improving report generation time by 25%.

•Engaged with senior management to provide insights that supported strategic planning and operational improvements, contributing to enhanced business performance and customer satisfaction.

June 2019 – July 2019

Marketing Intern Stallion Capital Management New Delhi, India

•Conducted market research and competitor analysis to support data-driven business decisions.

•Assisted in developing marketing strategies that improved customer engagement and contributed to a 12% increase in brand visibility.

•Collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze customer preferences, refine targeting strategies, and optimize promotional efforts.

JUNE 2018 – JULY 2018

Social Intern Akshay Foundation Visakhapatnam, India

•Played a key role in organizing and executing community outreach programs, including fundraising initiatives and awareness campaigns.

•Assisted in event planning and volunteer coordination, contributing to a 15% increase in community participation.

•Supported strategic initiatives aimed at improving the foundation’s outreach and engagement efforts

Education

MAY 2025

Masters in Business Analytics and Project Management University of Connecticut Hartford, Connecticut 3.81 GPA • Data Science Concentration

AUGUST 2021

Master of Business Administration (MBA) Jindal Global University Haryana, India

3.27GPA • Business Analytics and Finance Major

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