Renuka Kulkarni
Product Manager, UCR MBA'23
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Favorite books
Lean Product Playbook, Atomic Habits, Lean In, Executive Presence
Interests:
Product Management, Digital Marketing, Business Strategy, Leadership
A Bit About Me
Hello,
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I'm an accomplished product manager with a strong technical background and a deep understanding of market dynamics. I started my career as a software developer and worked on various projects for different clients in Manufacturing, Energy, and Finance domains for 7 years in Tata Consultancy Services, an Indian MNC which provides IT software solutions to many clients across the world. Over these years I have honed my strategic thinking skills, understood the e-commerce market, and digital marketing trends, and improved my customer research and prototyping skills. I have read countless articles on Product Management and practiced these skills in my daily life trying to solve real-life problems.
I enjoyed working cross-functionally with teams brainstorming and implementing ideas. That time as an Idea Innovation lead was my best time, I wanted to work at a place where I could use strategic planning and create impactful user experiences for my customers. I was able to do just that when I interned at Amazon as a Sr. Product Manager Tech. I worked with product, science, and engineering teams across the Operations Org on a complex problem and create a PRFAQ, Amazon's version of PRD. During those intense 3 months, I realized how much I enjoy being a product manager.
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I started a student organization called Women in Business, which is now a community of strong leaders and young professionals. I am a DEI advocate who believes in creating inspiring products and encouraging workplaces.
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Along with that, I am an avid reader, an organized detail and result-oriented individual. I am new to the United States and would like to spend my next Christmas in New York City.
Work Experience
September 2023 - Present
June 2022 - September 2022
January 2022– March 2022
September 2020 – August 2021
May 2017 - September 2019
January 2015 - August 2018
Product Manager Tech
Civicom. Inc
Transforming front desk experiences in Healthcare and Real Estate industry with Welcomeware product.
Sr. Product Manager Tech Intern
Amazon.com
I collaborated cross-functionally to define a compelling product vision for Last Mile Planning at Amazon.com. I developed a comprehensive roadmap that improved location accuracy by 35%. I created prototypes for the product features and provided valuable customer insights by analyzing data and conducting customer discovery interviews. These efforts optimized delivery operations and aligned product development with customer needs and business goals.
Business Consultant
I-Corps, NSF
I conducted 50+ in-depth customer interviews, resulting in targeted customer segments and a refined Go-to-Market Strategy. I developed a comprehensive business plan, leading to a 30% increase in projected revenue. By implementing tailored marketing and pricing strategies, user adoption rates increased by 60%. Additionally, a loyalty program I proposed increased customer retention by 20% and generated $1M in incremental revenue.
Technical Lead
Tata Consultancy Services
I successfully managed the Migration Project for an Energy company. I defined project deliverables, coordinated migration tasks using the Sharegate tool, and modernized the client's internal sites. I also implemented an automated PowerShell script, reducing migration failures by 75% and saving 20 hours of manual effort per request.
Idea Innovation Lead
Tata Consultancy Services
I led an idea innovation program that created solutions like chatbots and IoT, improving user experience and operational efficiency. I successfully identified opportunities for improvement, facilitated cross-functional collaboration, and championed innovation through impactful initiatives, resulting in streamlined processes, cost savings, and enhanced user experiences.
SharePoint Developer
Tata Consultancy Services
I identified and resolved technical issues, implemented optimal solutions based on client requirements, and led a team of 6 tech consultants in maintaining a critical customer-facing e-commerce application generating $39.6 million in B2B sales. Additionally, I mentored staff during onboarding, ensuring an understanding of business policies, procedures, and technical project requirements.
My Projects
I invite you to delve into my Projects Portfolio and discover how my strategic thinking, analytical mindset, and strong product management abilities have consistently contributed to the success of these initiatives. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like to learn more about any particular project.
