Abhi Vaya

Results-oriented data analyst seeking a challenging position where I can leverage my expertise in data extraction, cleaning, and visualization tools to analyze and interpret complex datasets. Committed to delivering actionable insights and driving data-driven decision-making. Strong project coordination and communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Project Lead Nov 2022 - Mar 2023

KGS Research, Scarborough, ON

(KGS Research is a market research and data analysis firm specializing in data collection through CATI and online polling.)

• Ensured timely and successful launch of 15+ projects (survey programming and setup) daily through effective prioritization, resource allocation, and analyzing trends using tools such as MS Excel and Trello analytics.
• Led process improvement initiatives by producing training materials and implemented new processes that reduced the team’s programming errors by 30%.
• Achieved a reduction of over 15% in the project launch timeline through the development of best practices guidelines, gained by comprehending client requirements and attaining subject matter expertise (SME).
• Applied Agile methodology by assuming the role of a product owner, facilitating the translation of team objectives into user stories, and assisting in the management of product and sprint backlogs.

KGS Research, Scarborough, ON

• Analyzed large sample datasets using MS Excel and SPSS to ensure accurate data collection and achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs) for 1000+ projects.
• Created dashboards for 500+ projects to ensure project specific quotas were met successfully.
• Acted as a liaison between clients and internal departments in a fast-paced and unsupervised environment, ensuring that project setups met client standards and were launched promptly.
• Conducted rigorous quality checks on surveys, both at the surface and backend levels, with strong attention to detail to ensure precise project setup and data collection.

Master of Management Sep 2020 - Aug 2021

Schulich School of Business - York University, North York, ON

• Consultation project: Analyze marketing operations of a sustainable apparel e-commerce business to potentially increase website traffic by 25% without increasing marketing expenditure, utilizing Shopify and social media Analytics.

Centennial College, Scarborough, ON

• Project Leader for a 4-month Capstone project that utilized drones in developing a medical supplies delivery system.
• Student researcher; Researched, designed, and developed a prototype non-invasive acupuncture device using electrical stimulation.

SRM University, Chennai, India