KARAN GUPTA — CEO
Facilities, Administration & Workplace Operations leader with 18 years of experience managing large-scale corporate environments, including multi-location operations, high-value real estate portfolios, and enterprise workplace transformation initiatives. I specialize in building and optimizing workplace ecosystems that drive operational efficiency, cost control, and business continuity. I have managed facilities across large campuses (50 lakh sq. ft.), handled budgets exceeding ₹2 Cr monthly, and led cross-functional teams of 1000+ workforce (direct & indirect), delivering measurable improvements in service quality and cost optimization. My experience spans end-to-end facilities management, corporate real estate (leasing, contracts & negotiations), vendor governance, procurement, travel & events, and expatriate management. I have consistently strengthened vendor ecosystems, implemented SLA-driven performance models, and driven operational efficiencies, including achieving ~10% OPEX optimization through strategic interventions. I bring deep expertise in compliance and risk management, including SEZ regulations, ISO standards, POSH, and workplace safety frameworks. I have successfully led crisis management and Business Continuity Planning (BCP) initiatives, ensuring resilience in dynamic and high-pressure business environments. A strong advocate of technology-driven operations, I have hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA, ServiceNow Workplace Service Delivery (WSD), CAFM platforms, and Agile methodologies, enabling digital transformation, process automation, and enhanced workplace experience. I work closely with founders, CXOs, and leadership teams on strategic initiatives such as real estate decisions, workplace expansion, and infrastructure planning, aligning operational capabilities with business growth. Certified in Facility Management (FMP – IFMA), IOSH (UK), Six Sigma Green Belt, Agile Project Management (Google), and trained at IIM Ahmedabad, I bring a combination of execution excellence, strategic thinking, and modern workplace leadership. Currently exploring leadership opportunities in Facilities, Administration, and Workplace Operations, focused on driving scalable, efficient, and future-ready workplace environments.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Facilities Management expert with a strong focus on operational efficiency and workplace strategy.
Location: Delhi, India
Experience: 15 yrs 4 mos
Skills
- Facility Management
- Agile Project Management
- Operations Management
- Vendor Management
- Procurement
- Real Estate Management
- Facilities Management
- Operational Efficiency
- Staffing Solutions
- Vendor Performance
- Service Delivery
- Project Management
Career Highlights
- 18 years of experience in facilities and workplace operations.
- Achieved ~10% OPEX optimization through strategic interventions.
- Expertise in compliance and risk management frameworks.
Work Experience
Career Sabbatical & Professional Upskilling
Career Sabbatical & Professional Upskilling (6 mos)
Oxford University Press India
Administrative Consultant (6 mos)
SmartFinCFO USA
Strategy and Operations head (10 mos)
TC Global
Head of Department - Administration & Facilities (2 yrs 8 mos)
HCL Technologies
Facilities Manager (2 yrs 6 mos)
IBM
Facility Manager (7 mos)
Grand Resource Factory Pvt Ltd
Regional Operations Manager (1 yr 8 mos)
EFS Facilities Services Group (EFS)
Operations Manager (1 yr 5 mos)
Apple
Facilities Manager (1 yr 1 mo)
Cisco
Project Manager (2 yrs 7 mos)
Agc Networks
Senior Executive (1 yr)
Nokia Siemens Networks
Coordinator at Nokia Siemens Networks (1 yr 7 mos)
Sarthak Educational Trust
Volunteer Manager (4 mos)
Education
MSC at The University of Sheffield
PGDBM at The University of Sheffield
eDAST at Delhi University
B.Com at Delhi University