SAP Project Manager

GENERAL

Name A.S. Ram Chandar

Address T-*, Sterling Apartments, Kalyan Nagar,

S.R. Nagar, Hyderabad-38

Mobile +91-924*******

Email qgn129@r.postjobfree.com , qgn129@r.postjobfree.com

Visa’s Holding H1 & B1

Nationality Indian

Civil status Married with 2 kids

Languages English: Very Good

Hindi: Very Good,

Telugu: Native Language

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATES

2004 Training SAP course: Sales & Distribution 4.6C

2004 Training SAP course: Materials Management 4.6C

1994 - 1996 Studies Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Andhra University,(Rank Holder)

1990 - 1993 Studies Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) from Andhra University

1988 - 1990 Studies Intermediate from Board of Intermediate Education

1987 - 1988 Studies SSC from Board of Secondary Education, ( District Rank Holder

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Total Experience – 14 Years 2 Months

BHRIGUS Software (I) Pvt. Ltd., INDIA August 2006 – now

Opus Asia Technologies Pvt. Ltd., INDIA Oct’ 2004 - August 2006

Miracle Software Systems, Inc. INDIA, December 2003 - September 2004

Karthik Solus. ltd., INDIA & eHRIT Pte Ltd - SINGAPORE January 2000 - November 2003

Cipla Limited, India, Hyderabad September 1996 to December 1999

PROFILE SUMMARY

6+ years of SAP experience with all project stages including business development, project estimating, requirements determination, gap analysis, business process reengineering, issue resolution, configuration, custom code specifications, training, go-live assistance and post implementation support.

Business focused and experienced SAP Functional Consultant/Solution Designer, Project Manager and Business Analyst, focusing on core modules of Sales & Distribution (SD), Material Management (MM) with Six years plus experience, and a high level of integration skills with other core SAP modules. Excellent business process analytical skills derived from a solid background in Business & Marketing Management within service and manufacturing environments. Good soft skill set and used to dealing with, and managing functional, technical and business resources on IT related projects. Liaison with senior management and steering committee’s to ensure compliance to project goals.

In most of the recent projects taken up all the responsibilities of a project manager and coached different team members.

Skill Summary

• Experienced in leading large global teams through complex program and project tasks. Detail-oriented, delivery-focused and able to motivate teams.

• Excellent written and verbal presentation abilities. Extensive experience with project proposals, timeline determination, budget estimation and staffing plans. Experienced with global delivery model including offshore development.

• Comfortable in Steering Committee and 'C' level discussions regarding SAP's functional and integration capabilities, Return-on-Investment (ROI) areas and overall IT strategy.

• Hands-on industry and consulting experience with best practice supply chain processes in repetitive manufacturing and high volume warehouse environments. Knowledge of chemical, automotive, nuclear, aerospace, telecommunication and medical supply industries,

• Expert knowledge in all areas of Sales and Distribution functionality, including extensive custom development work with availability checking (ATP), complex pricing, Scheduling Agreements, transportation, order processing, billing, output development, account determination, user exits and reporting. Sales quotations and orders, ATP, goods movements & shipping

Extremely Business Focused Good Soft Skills

Good communication skills at all levels Good management and leadership skills

Ability to deliver to agreed targets Problem-solving using original ideas

Calm whilst under pressure Ability to drive through change

PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANCY EXPERIENCE

Package experience Modules:

- SAP R/3, module SD (Sales & Distribution)

- SAP R/3, module MM (Materials management)

Integration with Other Modules

Versions:

- my SAP R/3 4.6C, 4.7, ECC 6.0, ABAP/4, Reports

User interface:

- classic SAP GUI (Graphical User Interface)

CRM: SAP CRM 5.0, Siebel 2000 (Call Center Module)

Tools: Rational Rose, UML

Languages: COBOL,'C', and SQL,UML

Service areas Project Management , Business Analyst, Business Development Manager

Overview of projects:

Presently working as a Sr. Business Analyst- for Govt. and Corporate Projects

Responsible for implementation, support and pre-sales activities

of our enterprise solutions division in the Pharmaceutical & Retail domain.

 Develop impact and preliminary analyses, and participate actively in their implementation

 Participate in development projects as advisor in the area of business and systems use

 Support account managers and clients in their decision-making by carrying out research, analyses and recommendations.

Project # 1 VVS Pharmaceuticals & Chemicals (P) Ltd, Hyderabad

SAP R/3 ECC 6.0

Sept ‘09 – Jul ‘10 Sr. Business Analyst – SAP

VVS Pharmaceuticals and Chemicals, a division of 300 Crore Vivimed Labs ltd, engaged in Loan Licensing & P2P Manufacturing for MERCK, NOVARTIS, CIPLA, GLENMARK, ENTOD PHARMA etc.

The company implemented an SAP project with in scope the ERP modules SD, MM, WM, HR, PP, PM, FI and CO by an External Implementation Partner.

The project was based on the preconfigured SAP R/3 6.0 ECC system and efficiently implemented via SAP's ASAP Focus methodology.

Sr. Business Analyst for an SAP Functionality Feasibility Study. Responsible for determining requirements, identifying gaps, offering mitigation strategies and delivering implementation options for replacement of decentralized purchasing, scheduling, warehouse, inventory and asset management legacy systems. Coordinated resources and developed project schedule, methodology, project templates and final report.

Responsible for the business development activities of project planning, budget estimation and statement of work creation. Managed a team of 10 consultants to conduct Inventory, MRP, Purchasing, Quality, Production and Logistics process improvement

Project # 2 SAFER E&P Operations Co (SEPOC, Ministry of OIL ), Yemen

Jun ‘09 – Sep ‘09 Project Manager - SAP

SAFER was established under the laws of the Republic of Yemen on March 23, 1997 as the national upstream oil and gas company, empowered to carry out oil and gas exploration development and production operations in the country. SAFER, headquartered in Sana'a, is a wholly-owned entity of the Government of Yemen with an initial working Capital of USD 150,000,000.

Worked on the Project Estimation, Costing, Time Management, Risk Management, contract compliance, change management, and cost control for the project. Resource allocation, project deliverables and committed margins.

Project # 3 Vivimed Labs Ltd, Hyderabad - SAP R/3 ECC 6.0

Aug ‘09 – May ‘10 SAP – Project Manager

Vivimed is a leading manufacturer and exporter of an API (Active Pharma Ingredients), Viz Triclosan. Apart from Triclosan, it also manufacturers other Specialty active ingredients such as Avis, Chlorophenesin, NDGA and CaGP. Vivimed caters to both domestic as well as Export markets and its major Customers are Hindustan Lever Limited, Anchor Healthcare and Marico Industries in India, Unilever and Harmet International Inc USA, Groupe Arnaud France, Kreglinger Europe, S.A, Belgium, Engelhard USA, Benckiser ( North America) etc.,

Vivimed implemented an SAP project with in scope the modules PP, QM, MM, SD, HR, FI and CO

Project Manager for SAP Optimization Blueprint. Responsible for the business development activities of project planning, budget estimation and statement of work creation. Managed a team of 22 consultants to conduct Inventory, MRP, Purchasing, Quality, Production and Logistics process improvement workshops, document technical requirements, Test Plans, Data Cleansing & Master data Management.

Project Manager for the implementation and continued use of SAP's Solution Manager as the primary repository for process documentation.

Responsible for the SD, MM, FICO, HR, PP, and QM 'proof of concept' activities including requirements gathering, fit/gap analysis against the existing solution and solution presentation.

Project # 4 Shree Renuka Sugars Ltd

Dec 2008 – Jun 2009 SAP- Project Manager

"Shree Renuka Sugars Limited (SRSL)", Belgaum, Karnataka, incorporated in 1995, is one of the top 10 of sugar producers/marketers in India. Now SRSL chose a SAP solution to replace its legacy system environment, which was not flexible and unable to support the rapidly changing business requirements. With the successful SAP implementation at SRSL, SRSL is set to become one of the leading sugar producers/marketers in India.

SRSL implemented an SAP project with in scope the modules PP, MM, SD, FI and CO. We have Upgraded the Project by adding HR Module and which also implemented and integration with the other Modules.

Worked on the Project Estimation, Costing, Time Management, Risk Management. Resource allocation, project deliverables and End User Training Material & Schedules.

Advising in the process of implementing SAP HR Process mapping of Time Management and other time related processes. Develop a Business Blueprint. Coordinating the activities and planning of the other consultants in this project integrate with the others modules (FI/CO).Functional and system descriptions for the end-users of SAP HR.

Project # 5 eNarayan Electricals, Hyderabad, INDIA - SAP R/3 ECC 6.0

Aug 2008 – Feb2009 SAP- Project Manager / Team Lead, Subject Matter Expert-SD/MM

eNarayan Electricals is a leading electrical and electronics trader based at Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India dealing with prestigious clients and catering to the needs of established and distinguished customers. The company is committed to meet the challenges of its customers with quality products; competitive price, prompt delivery and excellent customer service.

SAP Functionality Feasibility Study. Responsible for determining requirements, identifying gaps, offering mitigation strategies and delivering implementation options for replacement of decentralized purchasing, scheduling, warehouse, inventory and asset management legacy systems. Coordinated resources and developed project schedule, methodology, project templates and final report.

eNarayan implemented an SAP project with in scope the modules MM, SD, FI and CO.

•Configuration of Enterprise Structure SD & MM, Customer Master, Material Master, Vendor Master and new material types.

•Configuration of Purchasing Documents, which includes Purchase Request (PR),Request for Quotation (RFQ), Outline Agreement, Purchase Order (PO).

Using ASAP methodology conducted all tasks for Business Blueprint and Realization phases of project. This included process definition, testing and configuration support for the areas of sales orders, pricing, availability check, shipments and invoicing. Developed the project plan for the CRM mobile sales implementation. Researched and implemented SAP changes for inefficiencies with master data, availability checking and pricing determination.

Involved in the initial implementation and after go-live gave some expert training, optimized the system configuration and redesigned the planning business processes.

Sep 2007 – Oct 2008 Projects- SAP

Business Analyst - SAP

SAP Functional training, writing documentation, course development, instructional design and resource coordination.

Working closely with the Business Development Team for the client presentations, Requirement Analysis, Solution Architectonic, Product Demonstration, Estimation, Proposal Preparation and Closure.

 Develop impact and preliminary analyses, and participate actively in their implementation. Participate in development projects as advisor in the area of business and systems use

 Support account managers and clients in their decision-making by carrying out research, analyses and recommendations

Project # 6 JK Agri-Genetics Ltd, Hyderabad ( SAP R/3 Roll Out)

Dec ‘06 – May ‘07 Sr.SAP – SD Consultant, Subject Matter Expert

JK Agri Genetics Ltd.(JKAL), an erstwhile division of JK Industries Ltd., was established in 1989 with its headquarters at Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh(India). The division is concentrating on research and development, production, processing and marketing of hybrid seeds of Sorghum, Pearl Millet, Maize, Cotton, Rice, Sunflower, Tomato, Okra and Hot Pepper.

Project Coordinator & team member: for SD Module with focus on Enterprise Structure & New Pricing Procedures in the Roll out project for JK Seeds.

• Worked on organization structure for SD module and mapped delivering plants, shipping points, storage locations and sales organizations.

• Created 2 more plants & Shipping points

• Preparation of Blue Print based on previous implementation.

• Creation of separate Tax procedure for the two states of Punjab and Haryana.

Project # 7 Midwest Granites Pvt. Ltd, INDIA & USA ( SAP R/3 Feasibility Study

Feb 2006 – May 2006 SAP – SD Consultant, Subject Matter Expert

Midwest Granite was established in the year 1981 with the objective of developing competence and expertise in the areas of exploration, mining, processing and export of natural stones such as granite, marble, limestone and others.

Midwest has established itself as a strong player in the domain of natural stone market, by growing from strength to strength over the years. The Company currently employs around around 1000 skilled, technical and managerial personnel to manage its activities spread across several locations in India and Abroad.

Role: Core member of the feasibility study team with main focus on study and analysis of sales & Distribution functions. Involved in the activities of Pre-implementation Process:

Responsible for the business blueprint and the implementation of the Sales & Distribution module.

Project # 8 Andhra Pradesh High Court - APHC – JIIS (MS.Net, SQL SERVER 2000

Dec 2004 – Nov 2005 Business Analyst

 Studying the Administrative System of AP High court and Special Courts.

 As a Business Analyst I can perform a wide range of activities on a project including market analysis, business case creation, economic modeling, benchmarking and data gathering and analysis.

 Review of working methods and business processes in order to reduce costs and operational risks

 Functional modelling (Use cases), Writing functional and non functional specifications to be used by technical architects in development of new systems

Coordinating testing including UAT and regression testing, Conducting functional requirement reviews

 Identify and gather the requirements that are critical to the business mission.

 Involved in User Acceptance Testing & Change Request Management.

 Coordinating with Development team & Testing Team

Project # 9 Federal Mogul

Feb 2004 – Aug 2004 Business Analyst/ BDM

 Responsible for the execution & management of strategic brand plan and achieve business directions & objectives. Develop new strategies for the growth of the Company in Different areas & Verticals and creating Brand Image in the Market.

 Managing Accounts and maintaining Customer relationships.

 Leading a team of diverse individuals and bringing out the best in them to achieve the corporate goal.

 Responsible for Client Interaction, Servicing, Project management and Business Development.

 Trained sales personnel in concepts, latest trends in IT Industry, products & sales techniques.

Project # 10 Singapore Army - e-Learning Portal, SCS Singapore

Dec 2000 – Jun 2002 Subject Matter Expert, Analyst

• Involved in System Testing and Functional Regression Testing and Responsible for module wise release.

• Involved in Requirements Elicitation and Preparation of Technical documents.

• Coordinating with Development team & Testing Team

• Defining system business requirements, user development and testing

• Design and specification of standards and applications using UML.

FUNCTIONAL EXPERIENCE

Cipla Limited – India

Sep 2006 – Dec 1999 Territory Manager

• Responsible for coordinating with Management Trainees, Achieving the targets, establishing distributor, dealer network.

• Conducted knowledge transfer programs for Customers and company personal.

• Worked extensively with Cross functional areas like Logistics, Customer Service Center for order processing and supply of Goods through Distributors, C&F Agents.

• Increased the profitability and productivity of the Channel and sales team.

• Identified new segments and usage patterns for specialized products.

• Optimized profit opportunities and sales performance, contributing to overall sales increase.

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