Sai Ram Kotha

AI Researcher

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India4 yrs 11 mos experience

AI EnabledAI ML Practitioner

Key Highlights

5+ years in data science and AI consulting.
Led sourcing projects worth ₹600Cr+ at Jindal Steel.
MBA from IIM Bangalore, top 10% of class.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Data & AI Consultant with expertise in Procurement and Operations Management.

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Skills

Core Skills

Data EngineeringAi ConsultingProcurement ManagementStrategic SourcingOperations Management

Other Skills

SQLPython (Programming Language)Procure-to-PayProcurement ContractsSAP Materials Management (SAP MM)Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)Quality ControlPalantirAnthropic ClaudeClaude Agent SDKClaude SkillsClaude Code SubagentsAI AgentsAgentic AI DevelopmentAI Agents & Workflow Integration

About

Business and technology strategist with 5+ years of cross-functional experience spanning data science, AI consulting, and industrial operations. Currently a Data & AI Consultant at Accenture Strategy, I help clients unlock business value through machine learning, large-scale experimentation, and data-driven transformation. Previously, I managed raw material procurement at Jindal Steel, leading sourcing projects worth ₹600Cr+ and driving operational efficiency at scale. With an MBA from IIM Bangalore (Top 10%) and a B.Tech from NIT Calicut (Top 5%), I bring a strong analytical foundation, global exposure (ESCP Europe exchange), and a track record of delivering measurable impact across utilities, fintech, and manufacturing domains. I'm especially passionate about the intersection of AI, business strategy, and execution — and I thrive in roles that require structured problem-solving, stakeholder alignment, and technology-enabled change. Always open to connecting around opportunities in: - Strategy & operations - Digital/AI transformation - Data & analytics consulting - Product/solution management Let’s connect and collaborate.

Experience

4 yrs 11 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 10 mos

Average Tenure

2 yrs 1 mo

Current Experience

Accenture strategy & consulting

AI & Decision Science Consultant

May 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 1 mo · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

Develop AI-powered insights for forecasting, customer segmentation, and operational efficiency.
Design BI dashboards and reporting frameworks, providing real-time business intelligence.
Build and maintain scalable data pipelines in Databricks, SQL, and Python for seamless data transformation.
Collaborate with business and technical teams to integrate AI and analytics into enterprise solutions.

SQLPython (Programming Language)Data EngineeringAI Consulting

Gep worldwide

Senior Consultant

Apr 2023 – May 2023 · 1 mo · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

Facilitated strategic sourcing optimization, 5+ projects, spend analysis and opp. assessment, $50Mn+ pa
Engineered efficient inventory management , retail operations, 4+ cost savings options, savings of $30K+
Augmented decision making, techno-commercial evaluation of bids, 4+ suppliers, 500+ stores, $1+Mn pa

Procure-to-PayProcurement ContractsProcurement ManagementStrategic Sourcing

Jindal steel & power ltd.

2 roles

Assistant Manager

Promoted

Jul 2020 – Jun 2022 · 1 yr 11 mos · On-site

Business Impact:
Negotiated and posted savings of 60+Cr, on purchase of raw materials of total value 600+Cr, in 2 years
Controlled days of inventory within 7 days through regular scheduling, led to a 15% increase in cashflow
Implemented the strategy of simultaneous sourcing from both global & domestic markets, saved 25+ Cr
Leadership:
Carried out negotiations worth 1+Cr average, 80+ suppliers, 20+ stakeholders, 150+Cr financial impact
Expanded domestic suppliers network, brought in 15+ new suppliers in span of 1 year, savings of 30+Cr
Process Optimization:
Facilitated smooth functioning payment cycle to vendors, liaised regularly with 6+ teams, 40+ members
Streamlined negotiation process with use of reverse auction platform, resulting 60% decrease in time

SAP Materials Management (SAP MM)Procure-to-PayProcurement ManagementOperations Management

Graduate Engineer Trainee

Jul 2019 – Jun 2020 · 11 mos · On-site

Worked as an operations manager in DRI. To ensure best parameters and best chemistry set in the control room to ensure best quality and control of the whole kiln operations to prevent shutdown.
Administered sponge iron production operations, 2 kilns, each 300+ Tonnes capacity, revenue 1.5 Cr/day
Directed team of 15+ workers, efficient planning of manpower, saved 150+ man-hours on the shop floor

Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)Quality ControlOperations Management