Santosh Patole, MBA, FMP, WCBDA

CEO

Pune, Maharashtra, India21 yrs 5 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Over $1.1M annual savings through workplace optimization.
Led $114M office development projects successfully.
Achieved 30%+ energy reduction across enterprise campuses.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Corporate Services leader with extensive experience in Facilities Management and Administration.

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Skills

Core Skills

Facilities ManagementCorporate Administration

Other Skills

Data AnalyticsBusiness CommunicationsCost OptimizationEnergy ManagementProject ManagementVendor ManagementFacility Management (FM)Leadership and strategyProcess DigitizationBudget ManagementBig Data AnalyticsFinancial ManagementProcess ControlInstrumentationOperations and Maintenance

About

I lead large-scale corporate administration and facilities operations for global enterprises, with over 20 years of experience managing mission-critical workplace environments. Currently, I head administration and facilities for a 500,000+ sq. ft. portfolio, supporting 2,500+ employees and managing $10M+ budgets. My expertise spans: • Corporate Administration & Office Operations • Facilities & Workplace Management • Vendor Governance & Cost Optimization • Employee Transport, Travel & Guest Services • Compliance, Safety & Risk Management Key achievements: • Delivered $1.1M annual cost savings through workplace optimization • Reduced energy consumption by 30%+ across enterprise campuses • Led $114M office development projects (~400K sq. ft.) • Built and managed high-performing admin and facilities teams I bring a hands-on leadership approach, ensuring seamless day-to-day administration, strong vendor control, compliance, and high-quality service delivery across all workplace functions. Open to Director roles in Corporate Administration, Facilities Management, and Workplace Operations.

Experience

21 yrs 5 mos

Total Experience

4 yrs 3 mos

Average Tenure

Current Experience

Schlumberger

Head Facilities Administration

Jun 2017 – Aug 2025 · 8 yrs 2 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · On-site

Leading end-to-end Facilities Management and Corporate Administration for multi-location operations across a 500,000+ sq. ft. portfolio, managing a team of 20+ and an annual budget exceeding USD 10M (₹60 Cr+).
Key Responsibilities & Achievements
Led integrated facilities and administration operations including security, housekeeping, transport, travel, guest services, reception, courier, and telecom
Directed workplace strategy and real estate planning, delivering 8 office projects (~400K sq. ft.) from design to operations
Achieved 30%+ reduction in energy consumption through automation, analytics, and green retrofits
Delivered USD 1.1M annual cost savings through office space optimization and facilities rationalization during COVID-19
Managed 50+ vendors, driving performance through SLA/KPI frameworks and strategic negotiations
Ensured 100% compliance with HSE, statutory, and regulatory requirements; implemented zero-incident safety frameworks
Maintained asset lifecycle management, licenses, and regulatory documentation across sites
ESG & Digital Transformation
Achieved carbon surplus status, offsetting ~115% of total annual emissions through sustainability initiatives
Led ESG programs aligned with global net-zero goals
Digitized operations using Power BI dashboards, enhancing decision-making and operational visibility
Corporate Administration & Workplace Services
Managed employee transport and mobility programs across multi-shift operations
Led travel management, hotel bookings, and guest house operations for leadership teams
Coordinated corporate events, leadership meetings, and training programs (in-house & external)

Data AnalyticsBusiness CommunicationsFacilities ManagementCorporate Administration

Blackrock

Associate / AVP

Nov 2012 – May 2017 · 4 yrs 6 mos · Gurgaon, India · On-site

Managed corporate services operations across 200,000+ sq. ft. multi-location offices, ensuring high standards of service delivery, compliance, and cost optimization.
Key Achievements
Delivered 15% OPEX savings through vendor optimization and contract standardization
Implemented financial governance systems for CAPEX & OPEX control
Executed large-scale office relocation (2,500+ seats) with zero business disruption
Designed and implemented administration and workplace policies
Ensured compliance with HSE standards, audits, and continuous improvement programs
Managed asset lifecycle, documentation, and regulatory compliance

Data AnalyticsBusiness CommunicationsCorporate AdministrationFacilities Management