Alok Bajpai

CEO

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India20 yrs 8 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

28 years of leadership experience across APAC.
Expert in optimizing real estate and facilities management.
Proven track record in managing large GCC operations.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Real Estate and Facilities Management expert with extensive experience in corporate environments.

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Skills

Core Skills

Real Estate ManagementGcc OperationsFacilities Operations

Other Skills

Real Estate PlanningReal Estate TransactionsVendor ManagementTeamworkCommunicationLeasesBusiness AcumenStrategic ThinkingInterpersonal SkillsGlobal Capability CentreGCCFinancial LiteracyBusiness Case PreparationDecision MakingCreative Problem Solving

About

𝟭𝟬 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. Senior management professional with 28 years’ experience, including 18+ years in various corporates at National & Regional - APAC leadership roles across Real Estate, Facilities, Administration, Procurement, and Operations. Proven track record in managing multi-country portfolios, leading large teams, and running large Global Capability Centres (GCCs). Skilled in workplace strategy, real estate planning, project delivery, vendor management, cost control, compliance, security, and business continuity. Known for building strong teams, improving processes, and delivering results under pressure. Experienced in contract negotiation, stakeholder management, and driving operational efficiency. 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 : Real Estate Management, Facilities Operations, Contract Negotiation, Vendor Management, Risk & Compliance, Security & Safety, Process Improvement, GCC Operations.

Experience

20 yrs 8 mos

Total Experience

4 yrs 9 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr 7 mos

Current Experience

Nielseniq

Head - Facilities & Real Estate ( Asia Pacific )

Sep 2024 – Present · 1 yr 7 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · Hybrid

𝐍𝐈𝐐 is a top global consumer intelligence firm with presence in 100+ markets, tracking over 90% of the world’s consumers.
𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐞 :
● A key leader in Global Real Estate and Facilities, I oversee the Asia Pacific region across 15 countries, including multiple locations of GCC (Global Capability Centre) in India, driving strategic growth and operational efficiency.
● Drive strategic planning, broker negotiations, and lease management to optimize workspace and reduce costs region-wide
● Partner with Legal, HR, Security, and Crisis teams to ensure compliance, employee safety, and operational resilience across all sites
● Oversee regional financials, including budgets, forecasts, and capital projects, to enforce cost discipline and support business goals
● India Executive Committee Member.

Real Estate PlanningReal Estate TransactionsReal Estate ManagementGCC Operations

Groupm

National Head - Administration, Facilities & Real Estate

Jan 2018 – Dec 2023 · 5 yrs 11 mos · Mumbai Area, India

𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩𝐌, part of WPP, is the world’s largest media buying agency with a presence in over 80 countries, combining global reach with local expertise.
𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐞 :
● Led administration and facilities for GroupM and its several affiliate entities across India including management of large-scale Global Capability Centre (GCC) operations, ensuring workplace strategy, service delivery, and compliance for high-volume, multi-function teams
● Directed real estate strategy, facilities operations, procurement, compliance, travel, and budget control at a national scale
● Member of GroupM’s global procurement committee.
● Delivered cost savings and process improvements through vendor negotiations, policy development, and operational efficiency
● Built and managed a large team, partnering with CEOs, CFO, HR, and business leaders to align workplace strategy with business goals

TeamworkCommunicationFacilities OperationsReal Estate Management

Nuance communications

Head - Administration & Facilities

Jul 2016 – Jan 2018 · 1 yr 6 mos · Pune

𝐍𝐮𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, a Microsoft company, leads in conversational and generative AI. Trusted by 77% of US hospitals and over 75% of Fortune 100 firms, it delivers smart solutions across industries.
𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐞 :
● Led administration, facilities, and real estate for 6,500+ employees across multiple locations in India
● Managed large-scale GCC operations, supporting global technology and service delivery teams with high-availability workplace infrastructure
● Member of India Leadership Team and Global Real Estate & Facilities Leadership Team
● Directed workplace strategy, vendor management, compliance, and cost optimisation
● Partnered with global leadership to align India operations with corporate standards and business goals.

LeasesBusiness AcumenFacilities OperationsReal Estate Management

Schlumberger

Regional Head - Facilities & Administration ( South Asia )

Apr 2014 – Dec 2015 · 1 yr 8 mos · Mumbai Area, India · On-site

𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐫 ( 𝐒𝐋𝐁 ) is the world’s largest oilfield services company with operations in 80+ countries, known for innovation and leadership in energy.
𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐞 :
● Managed administration, facilities, projects, and procurement across South Asia.
● Oversaw several leases including large industrial sites and corporate offices.
● Delivered operational efficiency, vendor performance improvements, and cost savings.
● Part of Middle East Regional Leadership Team, reporting to COO.

LeasesStrategic ThinkingFacilities OperationsReal Estate Management