Hi, I'm Talha

A Quantitative Analyst based in Vilnius.

I transform complex data into strategic insights to drive informed decision-making and innovation.

Work Experience

Western Union

Senior Business Analyst

2023
Present

o Developed 4 intricate PowerBI & Powerapp dashboards to automate SLA timelines, key STR KPIs, streamlining efficiency in Transaction Monitoring Alert for enhanced compliance.
o Collaborated with Global Regional leaders and the IT Rule Engineering team to assess and implement Machine Learning based compliance controls across regions, successfully ensuring regulatory alignment and preventing over $1.56million in illicit transactions.
o Utilized Python and Snowflake SQL to automate over 15critical Anti-Money Laundering (AML) controls and regulatory reporting, significantly mitigating financial risks.

Amazon

Supply Chain Audit Specialist

2022
2023

o Designed and implemented a custom automation macro using SQL to eliminate cost discrepancies in VIN files, preventing unknown shrinkage costs for 5,000+ items.
o Developed and deployed a dynamic input tool integrating SQL queries, identifying audit variances, and calculating a total dollar impact of$45,000 within a specific time frame.
o Conducted consistent audits of 30+ suppliers and distributors using SQL, ensuring contract compliance and mitigating financial risks.
o Integrated Power BI dashboards with final Alteryx audit workflows. Resulted in a 20% improvement in catching product markup variances.
o Obtained Alteryx Designer Advanced and Core certifications, showcasing proficiency in advanced analytics, data preparation, and workflow automation.

Target Corporation

Supply Chain Six Sigma Intern            

2022
2022

o Devised an excel algorithm to analyze covert channels in Target’s system with static taint analysis to derive a method of preventing excess wrapping in packaging. Detected a 33%non-use of bubble mailers, contributing to more efficient packaging practices.
o Reduced workflow to a near paperless system using Microsoft Flow, allowing the Head of Operationsto add future workflows as needed.

Education & Certification

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management

Indiana University - Kelley School of Business

2018
2022

Acquiring fundamental knowledge in programming languages, algorithms, data structures, and computer systems. Practical experience through internships and projects.

Master's Degree in DeepTech Enterpreneurship

Vilnius University

2023
2024

Specialization in software engineering methodologies, advanced programming techniques, software architecture, and project management. Research opportunities in emerging technologies.

Professional Certifications

Six Sigma Green Belt - (CSSGB)

2022

Deepening understanding of cloud computing and deployment on Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform, enhancing skills in building and deploying scalable applications.

Alteryx Designer Advanced Certified

Alteryx

2023

ands-on experience in full-stack web development, including front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, as well as back-end frameworks like Node.js and databases like MongoDB.

Alteryx Designer Core Certified

Udacity

2023

Immersion in machine learning algorithms, techniques, and tools, with a focus on practical applications such as natural language processing and computer vision.

Data Analytics

Vilnius Coding School

2023

Immersion in machine learning algorithms, techniques, and tools, with a focus on practical applications such as natural language processing and computer vision.

Languages

English
Fluent
Urdu
Native
Arabic
Basic

Skills

Development

Alteryx
R
Python
SQL
Python

Design

Power Bi
Power Apps
Power Automate
Service Principle

Get in Touch

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Address

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Vilnius
Lithuania