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Rakesh Sharma

Rakesh Sharma

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Operations Expert · Operations

Bengaluru, IN 28+ years 4.8 rating Gujarati, Telugu, English
AI Trust Score
90
Based on experience, awards, verified skills & endorsements
AI Match
96%
Projects Delivered
44+
Client Rating
4.8 / 5
Industries Served
5
Repeat Engagements
61%

About

Rakesh Sharma is a seasoned Operations Expert with 28+ years across Wipro, ITC Limited, Infosys. Operations Expert with proven track record across operations transformations for MSMEs and enterprises across India and APAC. Known for execution rigor, mentorship and a measurable track record of business impact.

Professional Experience

Chief Operating Officer

2017 – Present · 7 yrs

Wipro

  • Led operations transformation across multi-region operations
  • Managed P&L of ₹171Cr with 82+ direct reports
  • Delivered 36% efficiency improvement through process redesign

Practice Head

2010 – 2017 · 7 yrs

ITC Limited

  • Led operations transformation across multi-region operations
  • Managed P&L of ₹329Cr with 24+ direct reports
  • Delivered 19% efficiency improvement through process redesign

Vice President

2003 – 2010 · 7 yrs

Infosys

  • Led operations transformation across multi-region operations
  • Managed P&L of ₹439Cr with 27+ direct reports
  • Delivered 14% efficiency improvement through process redesign

Senior Vice President

1996 – 2003 · 7 yrs

Hindustan Unilever

  • Led operations transformation across multi-region operations
  • Managed P&L of ₹245Cr with 28+ direct reports
  • Delivered 12% efficiency improvement through process redesign

Awards & Recognition

Excellence in Leadership
Wipro · 2014

Recognised for exceptional contribution to operations strategy and execution.

Top Performer
ITC Limited · 2014

Recognised for exceptional contribution to operations strategy and execution.

Innovation Award
Infosys · 2020

Recognised for exceptional contribution to operations strategy and execution.

CEO's Award
Hindustan Unilever · 2015

Recognised for exceptional contribution to operations strategy and execution.

Key Achievements & Impact

Cost Optimisation Programme
Reduced operating cost
₹75Cr annual savings
Digital Transformation
Increased productivity
39% throughput uplift
Team Scaling
Built high-performance team
126+ professionals hired
Market Expansion
Entered new geographies
7 new markets opened

Major Projects & Outcomes

ERP Rollout
Wipro · 2024
33% improvement in margin
Supply Chain Redesign
ITC Limited · 2023
30% improvement in lead time
Working Capital Optimisation
Infosys · 2022
25% improvement in cash cycle
Plant Modernisation
Hindustan Unilever · 2021
21% improvement in compliance
Export Compliance Programme
Wipro · 2020
18% improvement in retention

Peer & Company Endorsements

Sneha Iyer
Sneha Iyer — CEO, Wipro

"Rakesh brings unmatched depth in operations. The clarity, execution discipline and mentorship are exceptional."

Imran Qureshi
Imran Qureshi — Founder, ITC Limited

"Rakesh brings unmatched depth in operations. The clarity, execution discipline and mentorship are exceptional."

Lavanya Rao
Lavanya Rao — Managing Director, Infosys

"Rakesh brings unmatched depth in operations. The clarity, execution discipline and mentorship are exceptional."

Skills & Expertise

Leadership95%
Strategy71%
Operations80%
Finance81%
Communication97%

Certifications

  • Six Sigma Black BeltASQ · 2020
  • PMPPMI · 2021
  • Certified Operations ProfessionalIIM Executive Education · 2018

Publications & Patents

  • "Operations Playbook for Indian MSMEs" — HBR India, 2020
  • "Leadership in Transition" — Economic Times, 2019
  • No patents listed.

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