Program Management Manager

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July 28, 2025

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RAJESH PANDA, PMP, CSM, SAFe

San Francisco, CA **103 408-***-**** ***********.*@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/rajeshpanda007/ DATA ENGINEERING LEADER PROGRAM MANAGEMENT LEADER IMPLEMENTATION LEADER Tech-savvy data professional with deep experience architec6ng and delivering enterprise-scale ETL and data pla:orm solu6ons. Skilled at leading cross-func6onal teams in Hybrid waterfall, Agile and SAP Ac6vate environments to design,build and implement and govern secure, scalable data pipelines that processes billions of records monthly. Drives complex migra6on and moderniza6on eﬀorts, strengthens data governance prac6ces, and mentors high-performing teams to deliver measurable cost savings, opera6onal eﬃciency, and business value. Strong communicator known for analy6cal rigor, con6nuous improvement mindset, and a prac6cal, data-driven approach to problem-solving. TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Technologies & Pla/orms: SAP Datasphere Databricks SAP BTP API Integra6on with disparate systems using SAP-CPI

(Cloud Pla:orm Integra6on) EDI

• Data, AI & Analy9cs: Python EDA Machine Learning Modelling (ML) Neural Networks NLP & Deep Learning Modelling

LLMs Power BI/Tableau Databricks Azure Data Lakes SAP Datasphere

• Tools & Collabora9on: JIRA MicrosoU Project Plan ServiceNow Slack Conﬂuence MicrosoU Teams Azure DevOps Asana Smartsheet

• API-Driven Integra9ons: SAP-CPI (Cloud Pla:orm Integra6on) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

General Motors, Mountain View, CA June 2021 - June 2025 Lead Technical Program Manager Integra9on Technical Lead Led team of 4-6 consultants in integra6on/automa6on of 20+ interfaces for General Motors' EV subsidiary and managed SAP CPI (Cloud pla:orm integra6on) to streamline Order to Cash process & integra6ng with disparate systems through middleware

(SAP CPI). Spearheaded the design and implementa6on of scalable ETL pipelines and integra6on frameworks across SAP S/4 HANA, Azure, and Databricks environments to support enterprise-wide data delivery and analy6cs. Oversaw end-to-end project execu6on, security governance, and cross-pla:orm integra6ons using Agile/SAP Ac6vate methodologies to drive automa6on, system moderniza6on, and business insights.

● Program management/Solu9on architec9ng/Integra9on & Team leadership/ETL & Data Modelling

• Led end-to-end project management for a greenﬁeld SAP S/4 HANA Public Cloud implementa6on for a GM subsidiary, delivering on 6me and within scope-laying the founda6on for streamlined opera6ons, improved ﬁnancial visibility, and scalable growth.

• Collaborated & executed S/4 HANA migra6on to RISE & S/4 HANA upgrade in business transforma6on (clean-core, brownﬁeld).

• Architected and managed the implementa6on of API and data integra6on solu6ons using SAP CPI which enabled near real-6me integra6ons across enterprise systems and reducing manual eﬀorts by an es6mated 20%-40%.

• Architected & developed models and ﬂows in new ETL pla:orm (Datasphere) to transfer ~35 billion records monthly from SAP systems to Azure data lake and data lake warehouse in Databricks.

• Developed with team governance models & data access processes for consumers in Databricks.

• Par6cipated in projects related to ML modelling & AI in Databricks pla:orm.

• Ensured 24/7 data ﬂow for consump6on by SOX systems & ML Modelling for repor6ng/forecas6ng. Western Union, San Francisco, CA May 2019 — December 2020 Sr. Manager (Leader), CEM Program Management & Analy9cs Structured and expanded global PMO for Marke6ng (Customer Engagement) Reten6on unit by incorpora6ng Go-To-Market, Analy6cs, Outreach, and Loyalty teams to eﬀec6vely market to retail and digital customers. Coordinated with execu6ve leaders to devise and implement change management strategies to assist smooth opera6onal transi6ons.

● Program management/ Strategy & Process Improvement/ Team leadership

• Commanded diverse programs within teams, each over 20 members, including Data Science, Loyalty, and Marke6ng ver6cals to fulﬁll organiza6onal objec6ves.

• Developed streamlined processes that enhanced eﬃciency and achieved 5-10% cost reduc6ons. Rajesh Panda 408-***-**** Page 2

• Led GTM strategy and delivery as Lead PMO, developing over cross-func6onal ar6facts globally to support enterprise- wide strategic ini6a6ves- accelera6ng launch 6melines by 20% and enhancing stakeholder engagement across analy6cs marke6ng, technology and product teams.

• Led team in execu6ng complex programs encompassing data privacy, campaign management, and analy6cs, while coaching and mentoring team members in Europe to foster professional growth. IPG Mediabrands, San Francisco, CA March 2015 — March 2018 Senior Program Manager

Steered strategic management and execu6on of large-scale big data ini6a6ves. Orchestrated successful global rollout of Business Intelligence pla:orm focused on audience measurements using S3 and RedshiU. Evaluated and managed project risks to guarantee 6mely and eﬀec6ve delivery. Provided strong leadership in overseeing por:olio and project planning to drive strategic goals.

● Program management/ Strategy & Process Improvement/ Data Modelling & repor9ng

• Directed data-driven programs, including dashboards (On PowerBI/Tableau), repor6ng and analy6cs for seamless integra6on with downstream AdTech projects for Fortune 500 clients.

• Established and executed projects and improvements in repor6ng, data modeling and transi6oned to cloud-based products.

• Governed cross-country team collabora6ons for project planning and execu6on. IGEA SoUware, San Rafael, CA April 2014 — November 2014 Director - Product & Program Management

Directed product management and post-sales implementa6on for major North American clients by ensuring eﬀec6ve deployment of cloud-based home healthcare pla:orms. Developed metrics-driven processes and automated implementa6on procedures to streamline opera6ons and increase eﬃciency. Iden6ﬁed product needs through client feedback and market analysis to develop top-notch solu6ons. Communicated and partnered with key clients by managing crisis scenarios, while execu6ng reten6on strategies. Liaised with C-level execu6ves to create level-of-eﬀort es6mates, staﬃng plans, and cost analyses. Guided product team throughout lifecycle of healthcare SaaS products and integrated telephony to enhance pla:orm func6onality.

● Implementa9on/Product management/Client interfacing/Team leadership

• Spearheaded team based in South America to develop and enhance healthcare SaaS products.

• Introduced Senior healthcare product speciﬁcally designed for Senior home care ci6zens.

• Interfaced with clients to ensure sa6sfac6on and alignment with product capabili6es. Sparta Consul9ng, San Francisco, CA / Aus6n, TX June 2011 — October 2013 Senior Manager

Managed technical delivery and spearheaded product management ini6a6ves for cukng-edge u6lity products integrated with SAP. Facilitated cross-func6onal collabora6on and provided coaching and mentoring to junior team members.

● Implementa9on/Product management/Client interfacing/Team leadership/Solu9on architec9ng

• Led SAP implementa6on project to successful comple6on through eﬀec6ve program management.

• Pioneered product management strategy for innova6ve u6lity products with SAP integra6on. ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Fair Isaac Corpora9on, Senior Consultant, San Francisco, CA E*TRADE Financial, Senior Project Manager, Menlo Park, CA Exilant Technologies, Senior Technical Project Manager, Cuper6no, CA Infosys Technologies, Technical Project Manager, Bhubaneswar, IN Rajesh Panda 408-***-**** Page 3

EDUCATION

Post Graduate Program in Ar9ﬁcial Intelligence and Machine Learning - Business applica9ons The McCombs School of Business, The University of Texas at Aus6n (In-Progress) Master of Science (MS) SoUware Management (Product Management) Carnegie Mellon University, Pimsburgh, PA

Master of Business Administra9on (MBA) Finance & Systems Xavier Ins6tute of Management, Bhubaneswar, IN

Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) Mechanical Engineering Na6onal Ins6tute of Technology (NIT), Rourkela, IN CERTIFICATIONS

• Project Management Professional (PMP) - PMI

• Cer6ﬁed Scrum Master (CSM) - Scrum Alliance

• Scaled Agile Framework Product Owner / Product Manager (SAFe 5 PO/PM) - Scaled Agile

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt - Six Sigma Global Ins6tute

• SAP CBC - SAP

AWARDS

• Recipient of the SAP innova6on award 2025 of GM for a key area of the datasphere implementa6on

• Reference - hmps://www.sap.com/documents/2025/03/d07e0170-fc7e-0010-bca6-c68f7e60039b.html PorTolio of AI/ML Mini-projects

• mygreatlearning.com/eporTolio/rajesh-panda

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