Pramod Kothavale - Program Manager & Digital Transformation Leader

Pramod Kothavale - Program Manager & Digital Transformation Leader

MBA from IIM Ahmedabad | 18+ Years Experience | Delivered ₹300+ Cr in Cost Savings

Leading technology delivery and business transformation initiatives across Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance sectors. Specialized in RPA implementation, process improvement, and cross-functional team leadership.

Proven Results That Drive Business Growth

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₹300+
Cost Savings Delivered
Crores saved through vendor optimization at RBL Bank
20 min
Process Efficiency
TAT reduction from 2 days via automation
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40+
Team Leadership
Developers led across 6 verticals at Tesco
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$300K+
Revenue Impact
Incremental revenue through workflow tools

Technical Leadership & Domain Expertise

Digital Transformation

Leading end-to-end business transformation initiatives with strategic vision and execution excellence

RPA & Automation

100+ FTE benefits delivered through innovative automation solutions and process optimization

Process Improvement

Lean Six-Sigma Black Belt certified with proven track record in operational excellence

Program Management

Leading cross-functional teams of 40+ members with strategic oversight and delivery excellence

Financial Services

Banking, Insurance, Securities - 14+ years of deep domain experience and industry expertise

Vendor Management

MSAs, SOWs, procurement processes with strategic vendor partnerships and cost optimization

Career Highlights & Leadership Roles

RBL Bank

VP Technical CoE Credit Cards

Oct 2023 - Present

  • Leading Technical Centre of Excellence with strategic oversight
  • Managing 8-member high-performance technical team
  • Delivered ₹300Cr cost savings through innovative solutions
  • Driving digital transformation in credit card operations

Tesco

Digital Transformation Manager RPA

Aug 2022 - Sep 2023

  • Led 40+ developers across multiple automation projects
  • Achieved 100+ FTE benefits through process optimization
  • Implemented enterprise-wide RPA solutions
  • Streamlined operations with cutting-edge technology

Thoucentric

Program Manager

Jan 2022 - Jul 2022

  • Spearheaded business development initiatives
  • Created compelling automation showcases for clients
  • Established strategic partnerships and growth opportunities
  • Enhanced market positioning through innovative solutions

EXL Service

Assistant Vice President

May 2011 - Dec 2021

  • Managed multiple high-value client engagements
  • Delivered $1.3M+ in measurable cost savings
  • Built and scaled operational excellence frameworks
  • Established long-term strategic client relationships

Ready to Drive Your Next Transformation?

Let's discuss how my expertise in program management and digital transformation can benefit your organization.

Available for consulting, full-time opportunities, and strategic program management roles.

Based in Gurgaon, open to remote and hybrid arrangements.