With over 18 years of rich experience in the IT and project management realm, specializing in SAP implementations, I have cultivated a career marked by adaptability, continuous learning, and cross-cultural collaboration. My journey has been defined by a passion for bridging technology with business needs across various industries, including automotive, aeronautics, pharmaceuticals, and more. My expertise lies in spearheading large-scale, complex SAP projects from inception to completion, ensuring they align with business objectives and deliver tangible results. As a Certified S/4 Hana Production Planning & Manufacturing Consultant and PMP professional, I combine deep technical knowledge with robust project management methodologies. This unique blend allows me to effectively manage project lifecycles, encompassing scope definition, scheduling, testing, deployment, and post-implementation support.One of my key strengths is my ability to adapt and thrive in diverse environments. My career has taken me across continents, providing me with invaluable experiences in working with teams of varied cultural backgrounds. This exposure has not only enhanced my professional capabilities but also enriched my personal growth, allowing me to develop a nuanced understanding of global business practices and cultural sensitivities. My success in global settings is underpinned by a strong foundation in stakeholder management. I have a proven track record of building and maintaining robust relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring cohesive and collaborative project progress. My approach is always to foster open communication, transparency, and mutual respect, which are crucial in a multicultural workspace.As I continue to evolve in my professional journey, I remain committed to leveraging my transferable skills to make impactful contributions in any setting. I am particularly enthusiastic about opportunities that challenge me to apply my diverse experience and skills in new and innovative ways, particularly in environments that value adaptability, cultural diversity, and continuous learning. Let’s connect! I am always open to discussing new projects, innovative ideas, or opportunities for collaboration in the dynamic world of SAP implementations and project management.
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Sr. Delivery ManagerAstrazenecaChennai, Tn, In
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Sr. Project ManagerAstrazeneca Sep 2017 - PresentChennai, Tamil Nadu, IndiaClient: AstraZeneca Inc.Industry: PharmaceuticalsTitle #1 ERP ConsolidationKey deliverables • Project Lifecycle Management: Spearheaded the entire project lifecycle, encompassing Scope Definition, Estimating, Scheduling, Testing, Deployment, and Post-Deployment Hypercare Support.• Team Leadership and Communication: Articulated the program's mission to team members, fostering confidence and clarity to achieve objectives.• Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivated and sustained robust relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, enhancing collaboration and support.• Priority Setting and Delivery: Directed team efforts, establishing and monitoring daily, weekly, and monthly deliverables to ensure timely completion.• Cross-Functional Team Leadership: Guided diverse project teams, overseeing deliverables in alignment with schedules to manage costs effectively.• Project Reporting and Metrics: Developed key project metrics, delivering regular progress updates to senior stakeholders. Proactively identified and addressed issues, risks, and delays, implementing effective mitigation strategies to adhere to project timelines.• Scope Management: Maintained rigorous control over project scope, implementing a Change Control Mechanism for any additional requirements or scope alterations.Title #2 Material Code HarmonizationKey deliverables • Global Project Management: Managed the complete project lifecycle on a global scale, involving stakeholders across various linguistic backgrounds. Established and maintained effective communication channels, ensuring transparency through weekly progress updates.• Schedule Adherence and Risk Management: Monitored program timelines meticulously, addressing any deviations with comprehensive and realistic risk mitigation plans.• Budget and Scope Oversight: Exercised stringent budget control, keeping a vigilant eye on potential scope creep.
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Sap Project ManagerCapgemini Oct 2014 - Sep 2017Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India -
Project Manager/Data Manager/Sap Coe LeadGe Power Conversion Nov 2009 - Oct 2014ChennaiProjects DeliveredClient: GE Energy & Oil and Gas Project Scope: Greenfield implementations, Multiple Roll Outs, Support projects in parallelRoles: Project Manager/Data Manager/SAP COE LeadKey deliverables:As SAP COE Lead--------------------Delivery Management:• Established the initial SAP presence in Chennai, India, and played a pivotal role in building a 26-member strong Center of Excellence (CoE).• Managed SAP-CoE operations, including project planning, execution, and resource management.• Effectively utilized resources from multiple vendors to meet project requirements within tight budgets and timelines.• Conducted extensive business unit visits to promote the CoE and execute various assignments.• Collaborated with and managed a geographically distributed team.• Participated in requirements gathering, gap analysis, business process mapping, and blueprint finalization.• Estimated efforts for deliverables and presented them for approval to the project steering committee.• Identified, prioritized, scheduled, and monitored the development of customized objects (FRICE) to address business needs.• Provided progress reports to the steering committee and senior management.• Contributed to the success of Organizational Change Management (OCM) processes.• Consolidated lessons learned from earlier releases to improve subsequent releases.Application Management: • Defined the support methodology for the CoE, utilizing Service Now as the ticketing tool.• Provided hands-on technical support during critical resource shortages.• Represented the solution design team in Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings to analyze and manage change requests.• Estimated efforts for accepted Change Requests (CRs), particularly those involving RICEF objects, and presented them to the CAB.• Ensured strict adherence to pre-determined Service Level Agreements (SLAs).• Held accountability for managing customer escalations effectively. -
Project LeadSathyam Computer Services Limited Aug 2008 - Oct 2009ChennaiProject Lead - Sap
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Senior ConsultantCapgemini Nov 2005 - Aug 2008MumbaiClient: Schneider Electrics, FranceProject Scope: Implementation, Roll out, Testing & Defect Fixing, Global SupportRole Played: SAP PP Consultant Duration of the Project: 18 months for Implementation & Application SupportProjects :• Participated in the requirements gathering workshop held at the client’s corporate HQ, France for 4 weeks. .• Involved in all phases of the project (Requirements Finalization, Build, Test, Deploy and Support).• SAP modules involved were MM,SD,FICO,PP,PM, Basis & Abap.• Played the role of SAP PP consultant and to lead the SCM streams (PP, MM, QM).• Posted the requirements workshop, documented the To BE process in the prescribed template and got that signed off to commence the build activities.• The client had both MTO & MTS business scenario in place. Both discrete and repetitive manufacturing practices existed. • Involved in mapping & configuration of – PP master data (Material Master, BOM, Routings, work centers) etc.• DMS - Document Management system was part of the requirement & has been implemented successfully.• Mapping and configuration of MRP/Planning parameters and Demand management flow • Mapping & Configuration of Shop Floor Control Parameters, which include, Order types, Order type dependent parameters, availability check, confirmation parameters etc.• Project involved multiple downstream applications. Technically supported interfacing the applications with SAP for the smooth flow of data. • Program required multiple custom FRICE objects. Actively contributed to the creation of Functional specifications.• Integration tests were carried out via Mercury Test Director.• Post the development of each business scenario, will have a walkthrough with the business process SME. UAT will follow and then will have a business sign off.
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