Ravi Kajaria

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Founder & Digital Transformation Lead at Granuler | CIO Consulting | Business Automation | IT Advisory | SAP ERP | Strategic Impact | Ex Asian Paints, Piramal, Tech Mahindra | Collaborator | Let's Connect & Innovate! @ Granuler, CIO Consulting
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Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, India
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About Ravi Kajaria

Hi, I am Ravi Kajaria. A passionate IT Transformation leader. Been part of IT Transformation, Digital Transformation projects with fortune 500 companies. A span of 2+ decades in IT has been exciting. At Granuler, we are interested to work with clients who are willing to transform their organisations and bring about a change which is well planned and strategized.With CIO as a Service and IT Advisory in my portfolio, I intend to work with clients to provide them better solutions which can enable their Business Growth. Clients can benefit from our services to control the cost of IT efficiently and bring Return of Investment (ROI). Our CIO as a service is the solution towards high scaling IT costs. Small and Mid-sized organization's can avail the business automation expertise, IT Advisory services to align their IT Strategy with Business Strategy and a well defined growth plan.Focus areas: Identify Gaps in processes, Digital Transformation, Enhancement opportunities, IT Roadmap building, IT Budgeting and much more. Key Highlights being:- Business automation expertise- Transformation projects and ERP Implementations- Knowledge on the latest digital trends like chatbots, IOT, Analytics, CRM and QMS Compliance tools- Providing CIO as a service & IT Advisory services- Digital Transformation Initiatives- Experience in Delivering various IT initiatives across Technologies, Globally. - Involved in many challenging ERP SAP Implementation / Rollouts / Upgrade Projects - ERP Specialist- Managing IT, SAP Delivery and ensuring successful delivery with account mining activitiesA leader with a strong partner network to enable business's gain better productivity from their IT investments. Experience in working with top companies like - Asian Paints, Tech Mahindra (erstwhile Satyam Computer Services Ltd.), Piramal. Self as a professional, has been part of many large scale transformation projects with companies like - Asian Paints, Sharp India, Sony China, Unilever UK, Inmarsat UK, Piramal Enterprises India, Piramal Pharmaceutical US, Queensland Railways, Australia, Master foods France and many more challenging projects globally. Granuler also recently bagged the emerging company award from the Indian achievers forum (IAF) for providing a unique mix of product (Intellect - QMS & Compliance) and consulting (CIO as a Service). Connect with us for more details on - Email: rbkajaria@granuler.comWebsite: www.granuler.com

Ravi Kajaria's Current Company Details
Granuler, CIO Consulting

Granuler, Cio Consulting

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Founder & Digital Transformation Lead at Granuler | CIO Consulting | Business Automation | IT Advisory | SAP ERP | Strategic Impact | Ex Asian Paints, Piramal, Tech Mahindra | Collaborator | Let's Connect & Innovate!
Ravi Kajaria Work Experience Details
  • Granuler, Cio Consulting
    Founder| Sap Expert | Cio As A Service | It Advisory | It Corporate Trainer | Qms Applications
    Granuler, Cio Consulting Dec 2020 - Present
    Mumbai, Maharashtra, In
    My new role after moving from 2+ decades of IT consulting experience and operating on large scale transformation projects, I decided to initiate Granuler. (www.granuler.com) Granuler is a consulting and advisory firm dealing in providing CIO as a Service to the SMB's. Granuler helps organizations transform their IT and enable them to Digitally transform their organization. Considering the vast experience on Consulting with various fortune 500 clients in the past, the SAP Services provided at Granuler helps in strategically managing technology initiatives for the client's transformation journey. We enable organizations to save costs on IT and provide them with the right knowledge for going through any large-scale transformation project. - IT cost optimization - IT Budgeting and IT roadmap are key outcomes- End to endIT Strategy
  • Pmnet.In
    Founder & Director
    Pmnet.In Feb 2023 - Sep 2024
    We are a project management networking platform which provides opportunities to managers in any field that caters to management activities. A vast amount of managers lack the required recognition towards their day to day tasks and seldom do the network. This platform will cater to their needs.Anyone from IT, Infrastructure, Engineering, Marketing, testing, or you name it is invited on to this platforms. A plethora of knowledge is exchanged with opportunities to network and collaborate.
  • Piramal Enterprises Limited
    Head Of Information Technology | Transformation Leader | Erp | Crm | Analytics
    Piramal Enterprises Limited May 2018 - Dec 2020
    Mumbai, In
    Managing a portfolio of 8 Million USD.Journey with Piramal was an exciting one. In the role of Head of IT, been part of key IT transformation projects in technologies like SAP ERP Rollouts, technology identification for future projects and smooth running of IT projects as per Quality and Compliance regulations required for a Pharmaceutical company. As an IT Head (CIO), defining the IT Strategy for clients and providing them with the right know how was the key outcome.As part of the stint with Piramal had the experience of working with stakeholders in US, UK and India for their IT needs. Piramal Enterprises - Corporate PMO role also provided the exposure to work with the leadership team. Program Management Office model setting up was a great experience to gather. Interaction with Gartner team and Global consulting partners like EY, Accenture and PwC were great learnings. Piramal's key learning and development initiatives were helpful for the futuristic journey.
  • Piramal Enterprises Limited
    Program Manager | Sap Rollouts For Pharmaceuticals | Change Manager | Erp | Qms & Compliance
    Piramal Enterprises Limited Dec 2016 - Dec 2019
    Mumbai, In
    Managing a portfolio of 2.5 Million USD.Managing the ERP SAP Portfolio for the ERP Implementations for Pharma Group at Piramal. With the vast experience in consulting firms like Tech Mahindra & Accenture had the opportunity to work on key IT SAP Rollouts for newly acquired sites in the US. (Riverview and Kentucky). Dealing with Top consulting firms like - EY, Wipro, Bristlecone and Infosys were key to the overall success. Managing the Leadership team at the acquired sites and also applying strategies like Change Management or efficient project management tactics provided the right balance between IT needs and User preferences.
  • Accenture
    Delivery Manager For Critical Project Implementation | Business Transformation | Team Building
    Accenture Apr 2014 - Sep 2016
    Dublin 2, Ie
    Managing the project budget of 6 Million USD individually and worked with the larger team on a initiative which was spanned across 500+ team members.Being part of Chemicals and Resources team I had the opportunity to enable working on some projects which were under high escalation. Accenture way of operations and working with the clients to provide them the right solution were the key outcomes. Opportunity to work on IT Transformation projects for Qatar Gas, Reliance, Dupont and Trafigura were great highlights.
  • Tech Mahindra
    Sap Delivery Lead For Middle East & Africa Region
    Tech Mahindra Apr 2013 - Apr 2014
    Pune, Maharashtra, In
    Been with Tech Mahindra erstwhile (Satyam Computer Services Ltd) for 13+ years of experience was a great experience. Managing the India (west region), Middle East and Africa regions as part of IT Transformation projects were key highlights. Managing a portfolio of 8 Million USD and being the first point of escalation to these IT transformation projects.Managing internal stakeholders in the IT ecosystem and providing the right solution to the clients were the key outcomes. Managed large clients like Mahindra & Mahindra, HDFC, Kewalram Chanrai (Nigeria), Hathway and many more MSME's. IT Advisory roles were key during the stint.
  • Tech Mahindra
    Program Manager - Imea Region.
    Tech Mahindra Aug 2012 - Apr 2014
    Pune, Maharashtra, In
    - Managing the Delivery for SAP projects in Middle East Region as a Delivery Manager- Resolving issues at projects with support from various stake holders and also managing the scope of the project.- Involve with Project Managers reporting to self, for regular reviews of the projects- Identification and deployment of right-fit resources on the projects- Focus on further business opportunities at existing customers- Involve with presales team for proposal and final efforts reviewed prior to bid.- Target to achieve the project deadlines as per commitments.
  • Tech Mahindra
    Sap Practice Lead - Competency Support
    Tech Mahindra Jun 2012 - Jul 2012
    Pune, Maharashtra, In
    Responsibilities involved:- involved in formulating processes for Technical team training and identification of right resources.- Provide support to the projects in case of any Technical challenges through the experts- Managing the Knoweldge database from various projects- Part of Due Diligence activities for new opportunities- Proposal and solutioning from Technical perspective for new opportunities.
  • Tech Mahindra
    Information Technology Program Manager
    Tech Mahindra May 2001 - Jul 2012
    Pune, Maharashtra, In
    Managing Delivery for South Asia West Region - India.- Handling 16+ Accounts in the region with Multiple delivery roles.- Also involved in regular monitoring of Programs and involved in Account Mining activities. - Handling client escalations and various other delivery issues and ensuring solutions to the same.- Sr. Management reporting - IT Advisory to clients on technology selection- Managing associate morale and team building activities.- Various IT Transformation initiatives done for clients- Handling automotive giant - Mahindra & Mahindra from a program management perspective stood out as a delivery outcome.
  • Tech Mahindra
    Sap Project Lead - Australia | Turnkey Project | Transformation Project
    Tech Mahindra Jan 2009 - Jun 2009
    Pune, Maharashtra, In
    - SAP ERP re-implementation as a Lead were the key highlights.- Provided the necessary Integration roadmap for Queensland Railways- CRM 5.0 Implementation.- Self was handling the following roles:- Technical Lead, Testing Lead, Solution Manager Implementation, Process / Change Management team.
  • Tech Mahindra
    Sap Specialist - Sony China | Upgrade | Integration Lead | Testing Manager | Technology Analysis
    Tech Mahindra Oct 2007 - May 2008
    Pune, Maharashtra, In
    - Sony China was a SAP Technical Upgrade project with challenges of delivering the Project with onsite / offshore teams.- This project involved multiple stake holders and processes which were handled with planning and strategizing the overall project. - Was also part of the Testing Team to ensure the testing process undergoes rigorous Testing processes and smooth go-live.
  • Tech Mahindra
    Sap Project Lead For Spx Cooling Systems | Technical Lead | E2E Implementation | Transformation
    Tech Mahindra Sep 2006 - Mar 2007
    Pune, Maharashtra, In
    SPX Cooling Systems was a SAP Implementation Project - and was involved in managing the Technical deliverables for SPX Cooling systems.Based in the UK, this project was implemented in a sport span of time. Provided the right IT Transformation strategies to the client. Technical Abap and alignment with functional teams were key.
  • Tech Mahindra
    Sap Project Manager - Essar Steel - Implementation Project
    Tech Mahindra Jan 2006 - Jul 2006
    Pune, Maharashtra, In
    An IT transformation project involved with multiple partners like Accenture, Satyam with a onsite / offshore model. SAP Re-implementation project activities were the key components during the deliverables. - Was managing a team of 40 Team members for Essar Steel project. (Technical deliverables)- Involved in Project Planning activity and Delivery Management with escalation Management.- Heading the Team with clear deliverables. - Managing End-users requirements and aligning with multiple stakeholders
  • Tech Mahindra
    Sap Presales For India Region | Solution Analyst | Proposal Defence | Team Management
    Tech Mahindra Jan 2005 - Nov 2005
    Pune, Maharashtra, In
    - Was part of the India Presales team and involved in proposal writing / Solution architect / Effort estimation and Defence presentation.- Involved with various Sales and Delivery teams to identify and propose the required solution.- Managed to convert large leads in Government organizations and subsidiaries.
  • Tech Mahindra
    Technical Project Manager - Kalyani Sharp Upgrade | Transformation | Erp Upgrade | Solution Expert
    Tech Mahindra Aug 2004 - Dec 2004
    Pune, Maharashtra, In
    Kalyani sharp was involved in upgrading the SAP systems from SAP 4.0B to SAP 4.6c. This upgrade was a complex upgrade and this project was delivered in a challenging environment. We had a large and fresh team which was managed well. Identifying the issues and managing the Indian and stakeholders from Japan were key. This enabled transforming the IT Landscape at Sharp India.
  • Tech Mahindra
    Project Lead - Mars Information Systems | Sap Transformation | Digitization
    Tech Mahindra Nov 2003 - Jun 2004
    Pune, Maharashtra, In
    Mars (master foods) was involved in the enhancement of their SAP solutions with Technical and functional customizations to be modified with new functionalities. Self played a major role in providing Satyam the required platform to build the team at onsite / offshore. Was leading the deliverables from onsite and also incorporated the onsite/offshore process to successfully deliver the solution. This project was executed from France - Haguenau. Self was involved in this IT Transformation activity based locally and interacted with the stakeholders in France, Germany and India.
  • Tech Mahindra
    Project Lead - Jansen Pharmaceutical
    Tech Mahindra May 2003 - Oct 2003
    Pune, Maharashtra, In
    Jansen Pharmaceutica was a implementation project and self was operating as a offshore lead We were involved in delivering the technical solution and managing the team at offshore - Chennai.Our offshore delivery ensured a smooth transition from the India team to the team being based in Belgium. Challenging role with responsibility of managing the offshore and onsite coordination and also ensuring the IT Transformation activity delivered as a team - onsite / offshore is successfully delivered.
  • Tech Mahindra
    Sap Technical Head - Inmarsat
    Tech Mahindra May 2002 - Apr 2003
    Pune, Maharashtra, In
    Inmarsat was a SAP implementation project and self was the technical head on the project. We had enabled the client with the IT Transformation activities and provided them with the right IT Advisory for implementing the project smoothly. Interactions with the UK and Middle east stakeholders was key to the completion of the project. Change Management and Project management were the key learnings.
  • Tech Mahindra
    Sap Technical Analyst - Unilever Rollout For Europe
    Tech Mahindra May 2001 - May 2002
    Pune, Maharashtra, In
    Self was a SAP Technical Analyst at UNILEVER rollout projects. Was a part of the UK TEAM
  • Asian Paints
    Programmer Analyst Trainee - Asian Paints | Sap Implementation 4.0B
    Asian Paints May 2000 - May 2001
    Mumbai, Maharashtra, In
    - Self was part of the SAP Implementation Project as a Technical Programmer.- Project was successfully delivered with a team size of 60.- SAP R/3 4.0B was implemented.
  • Leaap International Private Ltd.
    Database Administrator - Leaap International
    Leaap International Private Ltd. May 1999 - May 2000
    - Self was managing Databases and software issues at Leaap International for Mumbai Branches.- Other issues related to Business were handled by self and ensuring Business continuity.

Ravi Kajaria Skills

Pre Sales Sap Erp Sap Project Management Program Management It Service Management Management Abap Sap R/3 Requirements Analysis Sap Implementation Team Management Erp Consulting Business Analysis Enterprise Resource Planning Solution Architecture

Ravi Kajaria Education Details

  • Xlri Jamshedpur
    Xlri Jamshedpur
    Business Strategy
  • Satyam Learning Center
    Satyam Learning Center
    Six Sigma Concepts And Black Belt Training
  • Microsoft
    Microsoft
    Database Administration And Visual C++ Concepts
  • Nagindas Khandwala
    Nagindas Khandwala
    Economics
  • Niit
    Niit
    Computer Programming And Networking
  • St. Xavier'S College
    St. Xavier'S College
    Ssc

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Ravi Kajaria works for Granuler, Cio Consulting

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Ravi Kajaria's current role is Founder & Digital Transformation Lead at Granuler | CIO Consulting | Business Automation | IT Advisory | SAP ERP | Strategic Impact | Ex Asian Paints, Piramal, Tech Mahindra | Collaborator | Let's Connect & Innovate!.

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Ravi Kajaria attended Xlri Jamshedpur, Satyam Learning Center, Microsoft, Nagindas Khandwala, Niit, St. Xavier's College.

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