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Sujan Uppu

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SENIOR SAP EWM CONSULTANT

11+ Years Experience SAP S/4HANA EWM, RF, Logistics Execution, Manufacturing & Global Rollouts

Professional Summary:

Senior SAP EWM Consultant with 11+ years of experience delivering S/4HANA Embedded EWM and decentralized EWM implementations, rollouts, and global warehouse transformations across automotive, pharmaceutical, industrial manufacturing, and consumer goods industry verticals. Expertise in inbound/outbound automation, RF scanning, production staging, batch/serialization, IM/WM transition, ASRS/MFS, global process harmonization, SAP-led operational excellence projects. Skilled in blueprinting, configuration, UAT/FUT, cutover, hyper-care support, and multi-site deployments under global templates.

Core Competencies:

SAP S/4HANA Embedded EWM & Decentral EWM

Logistics Execution (Inbound / Outbound / Internal)

RF / Mobile Scanning / ITS / Fiori

Production Staging & Manufacturing Integration

Slotting, Replenishment, HU & Wave Management

Batch Management & Serialization

GTS / TM / MM / SD / PP Integration

ASRS / LOSC / MFS Integration

IM to EWM Migration / Template Rollouts

Global Warehouse Deployment & Hyper-care

Technical Skills:

SAP Modules: EWM, WM, MM, SD, PP, GTS, TM

EWM Capabilities: GR/GI, HU, Labour Mgmt, Yard, Wave, Physical Inventory, Serialization, Batch, Slotting, HU Warehouse Mgmt

Integration: CIF, IDOCs, qRFC, BAPIs, EDI, GTS, TM, MES

Mobile: RF Framework, ITS Mobile, Fiori Apps, Handheld Scanners

Tools: SAP Solution Manager, HP ALM, ChaRM, Jira, Confluence

Operating Domains: Automotive, Pharma, CPG, Industrial, High-Tech Manufacturing

Professional Experience:

PepsiCo, Texas

SAP EWM Consultant

Jan 2024 – Till Date

Responsibilities:

Led inbound, outbound, RF, and internal warehouse execution across multiple DCs.

Implemented wave mgmt, pack specs, cycle counting, replenishment & dunnage processes.

Integrated ECC EWM with CIF/IDOC and enhanced KPIs via Monitor.

Delivered FSDs, UAT/FUT scripts, cutover & hyper-care support deliverables.

Conducted blueprint workshops with supply chain, warehouse operations, and manufacturing stakeholders.

Mapped AS-IS and TO-BE warehouse execution processes and aligned gaps with S/4 EWM capabilities.

Led RF design for inbound, outbound, physical inventory, HU handling, and internal movements.

Designed global IM EWM integration strategy to support high-volume distribution centers.

Configured Warehouse Orders, Labor Management, Task Creation Rules, and Wave Templates.

Performed PUT/SLT strategy configuration for pallet, case, and mixed-HU storage.

Coordinated integration with MM/SD for GR, GI, STO, ATP, ASN & shipping docs.

Collaborated with basis/security for RF device profiles and scanner role matrix.

Defined batch strategy, picking rules, and exception codes for operational scenarios.

Led UAT cycles, defect triage, and deployment cutover planning with offshore teams.

Tech: S/4 1909, Embedded EWM, RF, Fiori, GS1, CIF, IDOC

General Motors, Austin, Texas

SAP S/4HANA EWM Consultant

Jan 2022 – Dec 2023

Responsibilities:

Designed sequenced production staging flows for assembly lines and modular build cells.

Configured GR/GI, cross-docking, production staging & HU-based outbound flows.

Designed warehouse structures (Types, Sections, Bins, Activity Areas).

Supported delivery integration, qRFC queues & Monitor exception processing.

Assisted go-live with floor and aftermarket distribution operations support.

Configured Order-Based Production Integration, Repetitive Manufacturing components, and staging triggers.

Integrated EWM with SAP PP for backflush, confirmations, staging & consumption.

Implemented HU warehouse management for component pallets and feeders.

Created replenishment logic based on production BOM and kanban material triggers.

Troubleshot RF scanner latency, qRFC queue inconsistency, and delivery sync issues.

Supported outbound aftermarket distribution for spare parts and field supply networks.

Prepared operation SOPs, functional specs, and warehouse utilization KPIs.

Interfaced with MES and packaging systems to synchronize material movements.

Supported PGLS (Post Go-Live Support) with plant floor walk-through audits.

Tech: S/4 1809, Embedded EWM, HU, qRFC, CIF, RF

Cummins Inc., Columbus, IN

SAP EWM Functional Lead

Aug 2019 – Dec 2021

Responsibilities:

Conducted WM to EWM capability mapping workshops across multiple global sites.

Defined warehouse master data templates for bins, storage types, staging, and control cycles.

Executed GAP analysis for WM EWM process migration.

Configured replenishment, PI, staging & operational KPIs in Warehouse Monitor.

Led documentation, KT, UAT, and hyper-care stabilization.

Configured putaway/picking strategies for pallet, carton, and loose material flows.

Managed cross-plant distribution requirements, inventory alignment, and HU transfers.

Designed supply chain testing scenarios covering inbound, outbound & production.

Built training materials & guided super users across EU and US regions.

Implemented audit counting & physical inventory strategies to ensure compliance.

Led data migration strategy for warehouse bin master, staging areas & HUs.

Executed hyper-care and stabilization support for multiple go-live waves.

Provided template governance and change management oversight for rollout phases.

Tech: S/4 EWM, RFID/RF, Warehouse Monitor, Rollout

Merck & Co., Rahway, NJ

SAP EWM Consultant

Feb 2018 – Aug 2019

Responsibilities:

Designed regulated DC with Batch, Serialization & QA integration for compliance.

Integrated with trade compliance systems for export-controlled shipments.

Built custom RF transactions & Fiori barcode scanning applications.

Directed multi-DC rollout, training, hyper-care & stabilization.

Configured batch & serial number profiles, level-based serialization & handling unit management.

Integrated with external serialization and traceability systems for regulatory reporting.

Designed RF/Fiori scanning for label verification, serialized picking, and QA holds.

Configured Quality Inspection Engine for pharma-grade inbound QA and release.

Built transport validations for temperature-controlled shipments & cold-chain SKUs.

Conducted mock cutover, serialization validation, and GxP compliance audits.

Coordinated with GTS for license validation, embargo checks & export compliance.

Supported validation documentation (IQ/OQ/PQ) under regulated framework.

Managed multi-region deployment, UAT cycles, and business readiness assessments.

Tech: EWM 1809, Serialization, GTS, Batch Mgmt, GS1 2D, Fiori

Textron Inc., Providence, Rhode Island (Nordics/US)

SAP EWM Functional Consultant

June 2016 – Jan 2018

Responsibilities:

Performed warehouse layout analysis to optimize picking paths and routing.

Designed staging flows for semi-finished & finished goods feeding production lines.

Designed warehouse layout & EWM structures supporting ASRS automation.

Implemented LOSC for automated movements & stock sync.

Managed ECC EWM reconciliation & cutover for staging & production flows.

Executed regression tests, onboarding & go-live support.

Integrated ASRS via LOSC & MFS for automated high-bay warehouse operations.

Configured queue determination, WOCR, WO/WT strategies for ASRS communication.

Troubleshot IDOC-based master data & qRFC-based movement reconciliations.

Managed WM EWM stock migration & production cutover sequencing.

Collaborated with PLC/controls teams to test automated conveyor movements.

Built regression testing catalog for inbound, outbound & internal movements.

Conducted go-live readiness checks, training, and functional sign-off.

Supported stabilization until transition to steady-state support organization.

Tech: EWM 1709, MFS/ASRS, LOSC, CIF, IDOC

A3 IT Solutions, India

SAP EWM Functional Consultant

June 2012 - Dec 2014

Responsibilities:

Led SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) implementations for multiple warehouses across Europe, ensuring alignment with business requirements.

Configured ECC–EWM integration, including warehouse master data, activity areas, bin sorting, and overall master data setup.

Designed and configured storage type search strategies for put-away and picking processes based on inbound and outbound business flows.

Implemented Handling Unit (HU) management, packaging specifications, POSC/LOSC processes, and maintained packaging work centers along with VAS configurations.

Configured and supported serial number and batch management processes.

Created and maintained master data, including material master, vendor master, release strategies, and pricing procedures.

Managed bin creation, bin uploads, and stock uploads for warehouse operations.

Established integration between ERP and EWM systems and configured warehouse organizational structures.

Configured wave management processes for outbound deliveries to optimize picking and shipping operations.

Designed, developed, and tested advanced picking strategies using FIFO, LIFO, and SLED-based removal techniques.

Developed put-away strategies to efficiently direct warehouse tasks to designated storage types for replenishment.

Built complex, customer-specific picking scenarios by creating multiple warehouse orders using WOCRs, leveraging limits, filters, and packing profiles.

Prepared and maintained functional and technical documentation, including FDS and SDS.

Collaborated with clients through meetings, calls, and emails to analyze issues and provide timely resolutions for production support.

Raised OSS incidents and worked closely with SAP SE to resolve system issues and implement required notes.

Managed support tickets and tasks, ensuring resolution within defined SLAs.

Troubleshot system issues and provided continuous production support.

Performed system integration testing (SIT) and regression testing across multiple warehouse implementations.

Validated and tested new business processes prior to deployment across all warehouse locations.

Ensured seamless integration with cross-functional modules including MM, WM, PP, SD, GTS, and ATP.

Education:

Bachelors in Electronics & Communications Engineering from JNTU - Hyderabad.

Master’s in computer and information sciences from Texas A&M University – Commerce.

Certifications:

SAP S/4HANA EWM Certification

SAP Supply Chain Certifications

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