Farhat Umar Email & Phone Number

Karāchi, Sindh, Pakistan

SAP Testing Strategy and Management Lead:As the SAP Testing Strategy and Management Lead at K-Electric, I developed and executed a comprehensive testing strategy for a $9M SAP S/4 HANA upgrade, aligning it with the company's $1.8B objectives. I created detailed test plans, managed test execution through Unit and System Integration Testing (SIT1,2), & UAT, and ensured comprehensive coverage while maintaining transparency with stakeholders. I configured SAP Cloud ALM for test management, contributing to significant time savings during a 35TB data migration Conversion Testing. I also onboarded and trained 219 testers, managed roles and permissions, and streamlined the testing process through targeted training.To monitor progress, I utilized Cloud ALM analytics and developed dashboards for defect tracking, holding daily status meetings to keep stakeholders informed. I implemented and enforced defect management processes, training 260 IT and business partners and ensuring efficient defect resolution. Quality assurance was maintained by establishing standards for SAP Cloud ALM testing, ensuring thorough execution, documentation, and validation.Change Management Lead:In my role as Change Management Lead, I developed and implemented an Organizational Change Management (OCM) strategy to drive employee adoption and maximize ROI for K-Electric’s technology upgrade, preparing 650 employees through targeted training.SAP Cloud ALM Lead:As the SAP Cloud ALM Implementation Lead, I spearheaded Pakistan's first Cloud ALM implementation, overseeing project plans, solution design, system administration, and training. I designed the SAP Cloud ALM solution, managed system administration, and resolved technical issues to ensure optimal performance. Additionally, I implemented testing strategies, delivered training programs, and created comprehensive documentation. I have provided ongoing support and collected user feedback to drive continuous improvement of the ALM solution.

Karāchi, Sindh, Pakistan

SAP Signavio Product LeadAs the SAP Signavio Product Lead for K-Electric and Hilton Pharma, I spearheaded the SAP Rise Package implementation, utilizing AI/ML to gain insights into KPIs and optimize operations. I trained Cloud Solutions Architects and IT teams in mapping 647 As-Is and 287 To-Be business processes, uncovering opportunities for optimization. Additionally, I trained 20 functional consultants on Signavio process map-driven requirement engineering, which enhanced project requirement visibility. SAP Ariba Sourcing ImplementationIn the SAP Ariba Sourcing Implementation at Unity Foods Ltd., I facilitated the implementation process, leading to improved procurement transparency, cost savings on tactical purchases, and enhanced strategic sourcing efficiencies for indirect spend.

Karāchi, Sindh, Pakistan

• Leveraged my MIT Supply Chain Management/Operations Micromasters to establish a top-ranked Supply Chain Management Program at the University, with 50% of Management Sciences students majoring in Supply Chain in 2020.• Launched YouTube Channel to extend the Supply Chain/Operations program beyond DHA Suffa; currently has 40+ lectures, over 1000 subscribers and more than 99,754 views across the globe.• Supply Chain Management/ Operations elective courses developed and taught include Project Management, Global Supply Chain, Introduction to Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Lean Six Sigma, Total Quality Management, Supply Chain Strategies and Supply Chain Management Technology and Applications.• Led a series of seminars for board members and chapter members FPCCI (Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce) -local and international which was also open to public on: - Modern Practices in Supply Chain Management - Learn to become a Successful Global Seller using Modern Supply Chain Management - How to shift your Business Online? A step-by-step guide for SMEs - Post COVID 19 Global Supply Chain Crisis - Management, Supply Chain Strategies and Supply Chain Management Technology and Applications

New York City Metropolitan Area

• Led an IT disaster recovery program risk analysis for a $2.6B American Bank holding company. Also developed the business continuity program of a $0.5B mutual bond insurance company. • Led the Internal Audit of the Governance of Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery work-stream end-to-end at a $14.5B major American insurance holding company. Additionally, contributed as a Senior Internal Audit of the Change Management and Patch Management Audit at a $1.3B revenue private American Bank. Helped realize $6MM net new annual revenue by driving requirements definition for an online Hedge Fund tax system at EY• Managed the assessment and development of the crisis management program at a $2.6B College Retirement Equities Fund. Additionally, developed a readiness engagement model, prioritized remediation and defined executive roles and responsibilities at a $3.25T national mortgage company.

New York City Metropolitan Area

• Led client pursuits and development of service proposals for consulting practice; engaged and closed opportunities with key decision makers and ensured a smooth transition from the sales stage to the delivery stage. Led a sales initiative that generated $100K net new annual revenue at a hedge fund• Developed the Business Continuity, Crisis Management and Disaster Recovery programs, including BIA, risk assessment, BCP development, BC/DR test, for eight multi-bank holding companies and insurance companies• Contributed in building a Disaster Recovery Program, and developed technology recovery plans for a $33B insurance company using LDRPS technology

Greater New York City Area

• Led the assessment and development of the business continuity, crisis management and disaster recovery program of a leading Retail Apparel client, and developed dashboards, web-based tools to monitor, audit and manage business continuity plans

New York City Metropolitan Area

• Managed business continuity planning, implementation, compliance, reporting & crisis management for 80% of DB’s business in the Americas. Developed and implemented key operating procedures and business continuity standards• Spearheaded execution of business continuity plans in real-time crises situations including power outages, hurricanes, major infrastructure failures; leveraged this experience to build resilience around essential staff, infrastructure, processes and information; additionally, led implementation and migration to new disaster recovery data centers• Co-developed a firm-wide global business continuity simulation training program, and led this training for employees in the firm’s Hong Kong and India office locations

New York City Metropolitan Area

• Reviewed and evaluated the loans of Commodity trading Group and Private equity groups by applying industry risk standards; • Assessed internal risk ratings and provisions, and made recommendations which contributed to necessary adjustments

New York City Metropolitan Area

• Launched luxury handbag business with a focus on marketing and distribution in New York; • Created and executed marketing campaigns which doubled sales and reduced overhead

Karāchi, Sindh, Pakistan

• Managed relationships with 25 key corporate accounts, involving financial modeling, valuation;• Prepared quality business credit applications for letters of credit, new deals, line enhancements, and credit renewals for approval locally and regionally; conducted due diligence on the industry and client companies during deals;

Prepared quality business credit applications for letters of credit, new deals, line enhancements, and credit renewals for my clients, and created a rating system to assess potential clients;

Micromasters, Supply Chain Management

Massachsetts Institute of Technology MicroMasters Program - Supply Chain Theory, Supply chain models, Supply chain design and analytics.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Majors In Finance & Marketing

Masters in Business Administration with majors in Finance and Marketing

Mba, Business Administration; Majors In Finance & Marketing

Masters in Business Administration with majors in Finance and Marketing

Bba, Marketing And Finance

Bachelors in Business Administration (Honors)

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