Aravind Kumar S Email & Phone Number

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Led end-to-end implementation of SAP MM and Logistics modules for client (Vodafone UK Limited).Configured SAP MM sub-modules including Material Management, Vendor Management, Purchase Order Processing, and Inventory Management.Gathered business requirements from stakeholders, translated them into functional specifications, and provided SAP solutions to meet their needs.Worked closely with cross-functional teams to integrate SAP MM with SAP SD, WM, and FI.Supported SAP MM end-users during Go-Live and post-Go-Live, troubleshooting issues and providing necessary training.Contributed to the preparation of user manuals, and training documentation.Optimized the procurement process through automation, reducing order processing time by 20%.Conducted workshops and training sessions for end-users.Certifications:SAP Certified Application Associate – SAP MMTechnical Skills:SAP Fiori basic knowledgeSAP HANAABAP knowledge for MM ReportsBasic Integration tools knowledge (IDoc, RFC, BAPI)Core Competencies:SAP MM Configuration (Materials Management, Procurement, Inventory Management)Master Data Management (Material Master, Vendor Master)Integration with SAP FI,SD, PP and WM.Project Management and CoordinationBusiness Process Analysis and OptimizationFunctional DocumentationRequirement Gathering and Solution DesignKey Projects:1 End to End Implementation 1 Support Project for deployment

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Lead the implementation of SAP MM P2P processes for clients in diverse sectors, ensuring streamlined procurement, inventory management, and invoicing functions.Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements, design solutions, and configure SAP MM to meet business needs, ensuring alignment with procurement strategies.Perform end-to-end process mapping for P2P, from requisition to payment, identifying opportunities for process optimization and automation.Provide hands-on support for SAP MM configuration, including material master, vendor master, purchasing info records, and pricing conditions.Conduct workshops and end-user training sessions on SAP MM functionality, helping clients maximize system capabilities and adhere to best practices.Troubleshoot and resolve issues in P2P processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams for system testing, UAT, and post-implementation support.Work closely with FI/CO teams to ensure seamless integration between MM and financial modules, including invoice verification and payment processing.

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Coordinating with internal stakeholders to identify and develop supplier relationshipsNegotiating contracts and developing long- term supplier relationshipsManaging the procurement process and ensuring that processes are followedUtilizing data analytics to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvementsDeveloping and executing strategies for ensuring supplier compliance with contractual agreementsIdentifying and mitigating risk within the procurement processStreamlining the procure- to- pay cycle by implementing innovative solutionsUtilizing procurement systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency of processes Core Skills:Strategic SourcingContract NegotiationsData AnalyticsVendor ManagementRisk MitigationProcess StreamliningProcurement SystemsSupply Chain Management

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Involved in design, gap analysis, configuration, authorization and conflict management in other modules including FI/CO andPP area.Involved in full life cycle implementation of the SAP Systems in MM (IM/Purchasing) module.Involved in PP - Master data like BOM, Work centers, Routing, Shift sequence, Production version, shop floor control, MRPparameters.Performed configuration in MM for Purchase Requisition, Purchase Orders, Contracts, Stock Transport orders, GoodsReceipts and Goods Issues.Implemented procurement processes with FI integration to maintain material master, vendor master and info record.Configured Outline Agreements by creating Creation Profile for Scheduling Agreements.Configured Message determination and Output determination for all the Purchasing documents.