project manager

Altaf Khan(AL)

Fairview, TX *****

734-***-**** (c)

*******@*****.***

PROGRAM/PROJECT MANAGER

https://www.linkedin.com/in/altaf-khan-ba24a810/

Executive Summary

• Transformation & Change

Management US Citizen

• Global large-scale SAP

Implementations

• Business Partnership

&M&A Strategy delivery

• Technology Vision &

Strategy Planning

• Large-scale Global

Program Management

• Due Diligence/Mergers &

Acquisitions AMS

• Six Sigma, PMP

• On/Off Near-shore

Operations

• Global Talent Acquisition &

Retention

• Global IT Infrastructure &

Operations

• IT Audits, Controls &

Governance

• Contract Negotiations &

Management

• Expertise in Technology Transformation, including Organizational change management, RISE-led frameworks.

• . Oracle ERP Cost NetSuite reduction through automation and standardization using foundational strategies and Brownfield s/4 Hana RISE-led frameworks.

• Corporate end-to-end Digital Journeys.

• Accomplished Global executive able to deliver technology strategy and vision for multibillion-dollar global market leaders. Held authority as large as $300+ million budgets and global teams as large as 600+ staff. Large global footprint with cross-cultural experience living & working in 12+ countries.

• Rich breadth of domain expertise and proven leadership results across all IT functional business areas, diverse technologies, and multiple industries. Position IT as a true partner with business, M&A driving, and deliver business technology strategy execution and operating efficiencies.

• Expert in advanced Analytics strategy and implementation with cloud-based Data Lakes. Management: Team/Project Leadership 19 yrs

• Consulting: Client Engagement, Solution Design 19 yrs

• Accounting: Financial Process Understanding 11 yrs

• Project Management: SDLC, Agile/Waterfall 19 yrs

• Unrivaled ability to build and mentor top-flight global teams to high levels of performance and near 100% retention. Reputation as a tenacious, energetic, influential, capable, knowledgeable, and compassionate leader.

CORE COMPETENCIES YEARS

• Project Manage Oracle ERP, Deliver SAP/Ariba Vertex tax Cloud COTS ERP Projects and SAP Projects M&A Brownfield s/4 Hana RISE-led frameworks. 14

• Managing complex IT initiatives, Integrated Business Planning 12

• US Citizen, Managing large teams of diverse resources (up to 35 team members)

12

• Collaborating at the Director and VP level M&A AMS

• Present project-related presentations for executive-level leadership 14

14

• Project Management methodologies and merger systems integration tools

• AGILE Forecast to Schedule life cycles of IBP deployment

• PMO/ Jira Dev Sec Ops TPM RISE-led frameworks.- PMP 14

11

5

• Initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing complex initiatives using NetSuite FI, a formal project management methodology

• Project planning/ integrated plan using MS Project 14

20

Developing and Managing End-to-End ERP Projects 11 Education:

Master’s Degree in Information Systems from Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI, Jan 1995 – Jan 1997.

Bachelor of Science, Major: Computer Aided Design from Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI, Jan 1991

– Jan 1995.

Experience Highlights:

Data Center Hills (HP)SAP Security, Michigan

2024 –To Date

Program/Project Manager

BCBS

Managed IT Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) interdependencies & integration of interrelated clinical integration projects, set strategies, and program execution delivered longer term business value. Understanding own work area professional provide high level and detail estimates for activities involving role provisioning, solution design, commensurate with an architecture role is expected to save more than $125MM in the next 3 years in functional savings, and rationalizes 6,000 reports into 480 global reports, saving 1,000’s of hours of manual workload in finalizing decisional insights, and marketing and sales promotion strategies.

Working with Internal and External Audit to make sure Audit requirements are met and there are no gaps, Understanding of SOX Audit requirements concepts/standards, regulations, strategies, and operating standards. Made decisions regarding own work approach/priorities and followed direction. strategic plan and architecture to replace SCM HCM HR and Payroll Systems. Prepare, monitor, PeopleSoft Workday & maintain the project objectives and deliverables. Responsible for the execution of the project life cycle for complex projects to include preparing, monitoring, and maintaining the project objectives and deliverables. Managed quality SAP FICO/Ariba Cloud One Trust GRC COTS FIORI Launch pad groups, role mapping performance against standards. system conversion to SAP S/4 HANA, Greenfield or Landscape Transformation implementation, on-premises or cloud deployment, and manage the dissemination of information

Will reduce cost, improve business processes, and efficiencies to current operations and recover troubled projects. Have interacted with the deal lead (sets direction for the project), and the analyst to assist in the integration. Experience in the M&A area or in integrations. Analyze & understand current role and access restrictions from an audit perspective and synchronize with existing SAP GRC access control to provide a risk-free environment. Experience with infrastructure Managed RAIL (Risk, Action, Issue Log) strategic plan and architecture to replace 6 SCM HR and Payroll SO2C and Vistex System. Prepare, monitor, and maintain the project objectives and deliverables. Responsible for the execution of the project life cycle for Jira. complex projects to include preparing, monitoring, and maintaining the project objectives and deliverables. Manage quality SAP/Ariba logistics, Cloud COTS Veeva CRM, FIORI Launch pad groups, role mapping performance against standards. System conversion to SAP S/4 HANA Transportation Management (SAP TM), SAP S/4 HANA Greenfield or Landscape Transformation implementation, on-premises or cloud deployment. Manage the dissemination of information.

Data Center Hills (HP)SAP Security, Michigan

2020 –To 2024

Program/Project Manager

Mckesson

Ex-EDS Manager and contributor to the functional area process of defining the project's mission & scope. Using my skills and experience from highly technical industries and global organizations, I will reduce costs, improve business processes, and increase efficiencies to current operations and recover troubled projects. Managed strategic plan and architecture to replace 6 HCM HR and Payroll O2C and Vistex systems. Prepare, monitor, and maintain the project objectives and deliverables. Responsible for the execution of the project life cycle for complex projects to include preparing, monitoring, and maintaining the project objectives and deliverables, “Fit to Win” corporation. Landscape included more than 800 “business critical applications, with 3 ERPs and 4 mainframe applications. Almost all of the application footprint is homegrown, and technology currency is at least 8-year-old in most cases.

Led full lifecycle SAP S/4HANA implementations with a focus on manufacturing environments spanning over 14 years.

Directed integration projects connecting SAP ERP (MM, PP, PM modules) with Operational Technology (OT) systems such as SCADA and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).

Applied Fit-to-Standard methodology using SAP Cloud ALM and Activate framework to streamline implementation, minimize customization, and ensure alignment with manufacturing workflows.

Managed data mapping and interfacing using middleware and APIs to enable seamless communication between OT devices (sensors, controllers) and IT platforms including ERP and analytics.

Championed security and compliance for IT-OT integration by designing segmented network architectures, deploying firewalls, DMZs, and role-based access controls to safeguard sensitive operational data.

Facilitated cross-functional collaboration by establishing joint task forces comprising IT, OT, cybersecurity, and operations teams, fostering a unified governance model with shared policies and escalation procedures.

Spearheaded workshops and process harmonization sessions to align business processes with manufacturing operations, ensuring operational continuity and efficiency.

Oversaw comprehensive change management programs, including tailored training for plant operators and IT personnel to support smooth technology adoption.

Resolved critical challenges:

Legacy OT systems lacking modern APIs are addressed through middleware translation layers.

Bridged cultural and procedural differences between IT and OT teams via regular cross-team syncs and governance models.

Tackled real-time data latency with optimized data pipelines and edge computing deployment.

Environment: SAP CRM FICO SCM logistics Fiori O2C and Vistex, Hana Ariba and Agile, system conversion to SAP S/4 HANA, Greenfield, or Landscape Transformation implementation, on premise or cloud deployment ITIL, six sigma products, completed 6 Full Lifecycle ASAP Toolset & SAP business experience in functional area Activate Proficiency installations of Solution Manager, OneTrust GRC, Salesforce, SAP ECC 7.x production planning, MRP, ATP, AOP backend Net Weaver (3.0H, 4.0 & 4.6) SAP Enterprise 4.7. Veeva CRM SRM 3.0 w/EBP 4.0, BOBJ, BW 3.1 w/SEM 3.5, Enterprise Portal V 6.x, Solution Manager, (SCM) supply chain management, SRM, SAP Data Services (SDS) and SAP Information Steward (IS), SAP Migration Cockpit (SMC), SAP Agile Data Preparation (ADP), SAP HANA

EIM Smart Data Integration (SDI)

2017 –To 2020

Transforming and Digitizing Data Center:

Achieved project objectives on time and within budget. Project planning, Project controlling, including the budget, ERP, and shop floor automation. SAP PeopleSoft Workday maintains a record of materials, BOM, O2C, and Vistex routings & orders, Project Reporting, Change Management, and Go-Live Support. One Trust GRC

The project involved extensive contract development, APO management, administration, project management, and control.

The Veeva CRM personal services, actual implementation, and stress testing.

Acted as a Business Administrator/auditor. Agile scrum

E-commerce – Deliver SAP/Ariba logistics, Cloud COTS ERP Projects, and SAP Projects. expected to save more than $155MM in the next 4 years in functional savings, and rationalize 7,000 reports into 480 global reports, saving 1,000’s of hours of manual workload in finalizing decisional insights, and marketing and sales promotion strategies.

Implemented Workday HCM, PeopleSoft which will serve as the digital core for HR. This replaced legacy HCM global environment, resulting in 6 FTEs reduction and annualized 2.6MM hard OPEX savings. Leadership and driving decisions across the organization (downward, across, upward). Presented formal presentations and executive summaries to senior management to provide recommendations and status updates.

The six types of data migration include storage migration, data migration, application migration, data center migration, and business process migration. The two types of strategies to migrate data include big bang migration and trickle migration.

Implemented in all phases of the project life cycle from scoping, coordination planning, developing, and implementing contract strategies. Preliminary engineering proposal development, Data Volume Management Administrator cost reimbursable time unit rate, lump sum / turnkey contracts administration, negotiation and settlement, and management of the startup of the facilities.

The Savvy PMO makes access to highly visual, useful data an imperative by providing comprehensive portfolio dashboards solutions that create organizational focus on the strategic outcomes that matter and empower teams to deliver their best work, no matter how they work. Planview is uniquely positioned to help organizations navigate strategy to delivery transformation by providing the full spectrum of enterprise Portfolio Management and Work Management solutions

Planview’s mid-range/PI Planning approach, including who is involved and why, the length of each increment, the value and the benefits achieved through this newly adopted approach, as well as what’s next for Planview. Included evaluation of risks of internal controls, irregular activities, and end-user support.

Environment: SAP CRM Fiori O2C and Vistex, Hana Agile, Activate,

IBP Coupa ITIL, Six sigma products, Completed Full Lifecycle ASAP Toolset & SAP Activate Agile scrum Proficiency installations of Solution Manager, Salesforce, SAP ECC 7.x backend Net Weaver (3.0H, 4.0 & 4.6) SAP Enterprise 4.7. SRM 3.0 w/EBP 4.0, One Trust GRC BOBJ, BW 3.1 w/SEM 3.5, Enterprise Portal V 6.x, Solution Manager, Veeva CRM, SAP Data Services (SDS), and PeopleSoft Workday SAP Information Steward

(IS)SAP Migration Cockpit (SMC)SAP Agile Data Preparation (ADP)SAP HANA EIM Smart Data Integration (SDI)

/ Cloud Platform SDI.SAP HANA EIM Smart Data Quality (SDQTSW, Jira. APO, Role-based security, dual stack system structural authorizations, CUA Documentum Installation SCM, SRM, TSW, APO. Data Lear Center – ROCHESTER, MI

2014 - 2017

Program/Project Manager

ERP ECC SAP S/4 HANA

Global Data Center specializes in advanced data center services, ranging from server hosting to cloud computing presence in 12 countries.

Transforming the IT ERP ECC SAP S4 Hana organization and digitizing the corporate footprint.

Managed RAIL (Risk, Action, Issue Log) strategic plan and architecture to replace 6 HR and Payroll SO2C and Vistex System. Prepare, monitor, and maintain the project objectives and deliverables. Responsible for the execution of the project life cycle for Jira. complex projects to include preparing, monitoring, and maintaining the project objectives and deliverables. Manage quality SAP/Ariba logistics, Cloud COTS Veeva CRM, FIORI Launch pad groups, role mapping performance against standards. System conversion to SAP S/4 HANA Transportation Management (SAP TM), SAP S/4 HANA Greenfield or Landscape Transformation implementation, on-premises or cloud deployment. Manage the dissemination of information. Leading of the project team.

Delivered hands-on support during rollouts, ensuring seamless data integrity and user adoption across cross-functional teams.

Environment: SAP CRM FICO SCM logistics Fiori O2C and Vistex, Hana Ariba and Agile, system conversion to SAP S/4 HANA, Greenfield, or Landscape Transformation implementation, on premise or cloud deployment ITIL, six sigma products, completed 6 Full Lifecycle ASAP Toolset & SAP business experience in functional area Activate Proficiency installations of Solution Manager, Salesforce, SAP ECC 7.x production planning, MRP, ATP, AOP backend Net Weaver (3.0H, 4.0 & 4.6) One Trust GRC SAP Enterprise 4.7. Veeva CRM SRM 3.0 w/EBP 4.0, BOBJ, BW 3.1 w/SEM 3.5, Enterprise Portal V 6.x, Solution Manager, (SCM) supply chain management, SRM, SAP Data Services (SDS) and SAP Information Steward (IS)SAP Migration Cockpit (SMC)SAP Agile Data Preparation (ADP)SAP HANA EIM Smart Data Integration (SDI) / Cloud Platform SDI.SAP HANA EIM Smart Data Quality (SDQTSW, APO, Role based security, dual stack system structural authorizations, CUA Documentum Installation

Lear/ Pfizer S4 infrastructure Technology and Operations 09/2011 – 03/2014

Hired to restructure and transform the S4 Technology and Operations environment, with more than 150 employees, and $100MM budget.

Issue RAIL (Risk, Action, Issue Log) prioritization and resolution, collaborate with vendors and delivery team to deliver on SAP projects, Participate in Budget and performance review activities, Review SAP License, Lifecycle ASAP Toolset & SAP Activate Ariba Agile scrum Proficiency.

Negotiated and implemented a global agreement with a third party to support a global help desk, in 8 languages. The global help desk from start to finish was implemented in 8 months, in 8 countries – Savings of

$4.3MM annually.

Kenbay – Boston, MA.

08/2009 -09/2011

Program/Project Manager

Executive leadership for all aspects of IT infrastructure, technology strategy, future direction, implementation, and operations across the corporation, managing more than 60% of the overall IT operational budget. Introduced commodity technology and hardware with system conversion to SAP S/4 HANA, reducing Total

Warner Brothers, Burbank, CA

8/2007 – 7/2009

diversified multinational mass media and entertainment conglomerate headquartered at the Warner Bros. Studios complex in Burbank, California, and a subsidiary of AT&T's Warner Media through its Studios & Networks division. an employee base of 8,000, and $30Bn+ in annual revenues. PROGRAM/PROJECT MANAGER SAP CRM Application

Identify and incorporate project management best practices. Identify complex risk issues, formulate and manage a sequential course of action that allows for the issues to be managed and addressed. Planview has a single focus on helping enterprises transform strategy to delivery in today’s fast-paced, highly disruptive PROJECT MANAGER SAP

CRM Application

Implemented for the efficient and secure operation of the SAP R/3 SD/LE and EDI environment. In 2 years, worked closely with other APO Basis dual stack system and UNIX team members to optimize performance and troubleshoot problems. Reduced the application count from 238 legacy applications to 78 by 2012, converging the legacy environment into standardized applications/infrastructure platforms.

Environment: Agile, ITIL, six sigma products, Completed Full Lifecycle ASAP Toolset & SAP Activate Proficiency installations of Solution Manager, Salesforce, SAP ECC 7.x backend Net Weaver (3.0H, 4.0 & 4.6), SAP Enterprise 4.7. SRM 3.0 w/EBP 4.0, BOBJ, BW 3.1 w/SEM 3.5, Enterprise Portal V 6.x, One Trust GRC, Solution Manager, SCM, SRM, TSW, APO, Role-based security, dual stack system structural authorizations, CUA Documentum Installation SAP R/3 4.6C/4.7/ECC 5.0, Oracle 8.17/9.2, SCM 4.0, Solution Manager 3.1, CRM, SRM, SCM, PLM, XI, BW 3.5, Windows 2000, AIX 5.1 DB2. Upgrade R/3 from 4.6c to ECC 5.0/ECC 6.0, Net Weaver APO UNIX

S Aramco, Houston, TX

Aug 2001 – Sep 2006

Manager SAP Application

Deloitte & Touche Consulting / ICS, Detroit, MI

Aug 1998 – Jul 2001

Manager Sap Application (Consultant)

Delphi Automotive

Rockwell Collins, Defense & Aviation Company

SAP America, Southfield, MI

Sep 1997 – Sep 1998

SAP Manager

E.D.S, Auburn Hills, MI

Jun 1996 – Sep 1997

SAP Manager

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