SAP PM Consultant

Arun Kumar Baratam

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Middle level assignments in ERP Functional Consultancy SAP (PM Module) with

Satyam Computers

Professional Précis

 A dynamic professional with over 18 years of rich overseas & domestic experience in ERP Functional Consultancy (SAP – PM Module), Process Enhancements and Man Management.

 Presently associated with Philips Medical Systems, Andover, MA (SAP Implementation and Support-Team Lead in SAP PM Module) as Senior Consultant in Satyam Computers.

 Comprehensive experience in handling cross-functional areas of Plant Operations and SAP R/3 PM module implementation. Over 8 years of experience in SAP implementation and support this includes 3 full life cycle implementations as Team Lead role for Plant Maintenance Module.

 Functional expertise in managing the production operations with key focus on bottom line profitability by ensuring optimal utilization of resources. Expertise in business process re-engineering.

 Insightful knowledge of business process analysis and design, reengineering, process rationalization, cost control, capacity planning, performance measurement and quality control.

 Adept in analyzing information system needs, evaluating end-user requirements and custom designing solutions, and troubleshooting any problems in the process.

 Expertise in managing production activities involving resource planning, in-process inspection, team building, design & development and co-ordination with internal departments.

 An effective communicator with excellent relationship management skills and strong analytical, problem solving & organizational abilities.

Core Competencies

SAP R/3 (PM Module)

 Implementing the SAP (PM) for Chemical, Metallurgical, Pharmaceutical and Manufacturing Industries

 Configuring the SAP (PM) as per requirements of the To-Be Processes. Areas covered include corrective maintenance, breakdown maintenance, preventive maintenance, refurbishment of repairable spares and external services. Prepared Test Plans using Quality Centre.

 Understanding business process and preparing Maintenance Plans (Time based and Performance based).

 Master data maintenance - Equipment Master, Functional Locations and Work Centres.

 Mapping the business process for Work Clearance Management and Work Order Settlement.

 Preparing the project plan, business blue print and validation of the same.

 Conducting various tests like UAST (User Acceptance Simulation Test), BST (Business Simulation Test) and Security Test.

 Resolving issues in Service Order Processing, Contracts and Warranty Management.

 MRP - Maintaining the MRP parameters for specific Plant in customisation; carrying out planning run based of requirement and analysis of MRP through MRP List, Stock requirement list, etc.

 Configuring MRP, BOM, Production Orders, Planned Orders, Shop Floor Controls, Work Centre and Routing.

 Managing smooth implementation and testing of the application at client location.

 Providing post-implementation, enhancement and maintenance support to client for application.

Process Enhancement

 Taking stringent process enhancement measures including preparation / maintenance of necessary documents to ensure compliance with above standards & customer requirements.

 Identifying scope for

o Planning, implementing & monitoring of technological changes to enhance productivity.

o Modifications in equipments, process flow, working practices, consumables, power, etc for controlling & reducing conversion cost per unit produced.

 Implementing various techniques for cycle time reduction and energy conservation, entailing identification of opportunities, analysis of data, conduction of tests, cost benefit analysis, implementation & post audits.

 Executing cost saving techniques and modifications to achieve substantial reduction in O&M expenditures.

Man Management

 Directing, leading & motivating workforce and imparting continuous on job training for accomplishing greater operational effectiveness/ efficiency.

 Working on succession planning of the workforce, shift management activities, appraising the member’s performance & providing feedback.

 Resolving interpersonal issues & working towards a harmonious work environment.

KEY DELIVERABLES

 Understanding business process studied and analysed the workflow to design solutions.

 Preparing the requirement document for customer approval.

 Creating the business environment and prepared functional specifications.

 Conducting the gap analysis, assessed the scope of studies & suggested the solutions through ERP.

 SAP (PM Module) for maintaining Master Data of: Equipment Master, Functional Locations and Work Centres.

o Material Master (MRP Type, Procurement Type, Schedule Margin Key, Planning Strategy, Availability Check, Lot Size) and BOM.

o Work Centre (Std Value Key, Control Key, Capacity, Scheduling and Work Centre Formulas)

 Routing (Group Counters, Sequences, PRT and Control Key).

 Addressing the critical issues in areas such as organisation and management of industrial hygiene and safety, risk assessment, creation of standard operating procedures, accident management, site inspections and analytical reporting in industrial hygiene and safety using SAP EH & S.

 Guiding the Software Development Team for implementation and customisations.

 Managing Solution Manager, SAP Net Weaver Portal and BW Reports.

 Handling configuration and transport management using Mercury Tools.

Academic Credentials

 PG Diploma (Information Systems Management).

 B.S. (Mechanical Engineering).

Organisational Experience

Since Feb’08 with Philips Medical Systems, Andover, MA (SAP Implementation and Support-Team Lead in SAP PM Module) as Senior Consultant in Satyam Computers, New Jersey.

Accountabilities

 Analysing business requirements (functional and technical) by conducting information-gathering sessions.

 Performing the necessary configuration to support the business requirements in SAP PM.

 Developing functional specifications associated with system enhancements (RICEF).

 Facilitating conversions from legacy PM applications.

 Evaluating, implementing and supporting new developments / enhancements.

 Developing and executing unit-test and integration test scenarios.

 Managing documentation including Process Design Documents, Work Step Instructions and Configuration / System, and training updates.

 Maintaining and providing technical expertise in order to transfer knowledge to other associates.

 Providing support for business applications. Conducting daily monitoring & quick resolution of the tickets at various priority levels (High to low).

 Working with interfaces clarify SAP and EH&S. Also with SAP Net Weaver Portal, SAP Solution Manager and Mercury Tools.

Aug’07-Feb’08 with Rowan Companies, Houston, TX (SAP Implementation-Team Lead Plant Maintenance Modules) as Senior Consultant in Capgemini US L.L.C

Accountabilities

 Analysing the AS-IS business process, envisioning and mapping the To-Be processes for SAP R/3 PM Module implementation.

 Identifying and resolving the gaps in Business Process at Process / Activity / Transaction Level.

 Designing of key data elements and finalising the organisational structure.

 Configuring SAP PM, settings as per requirements of the To-Be processes. Areas covered include maintenance order processing, notifications, refurbishment order, time & performance based maintenance plans, break-down analysis, costing of maintenance jobs, production reports, configuration of equipment, functional location and task list master.

 Integrating with QM Module and material master settings for QM.

 Identifying new functionality useful for Rowan Implementation considering greater Business process mapping, shortening of Business cycle and potential to web enable the process.

 Testing integration with other modules. Analysing and designing of authorisation profiles based on roles and responsibilities.

 Working with EH&S interface and devising integration aspects in the equipment master which are also used in case of recording accidents

 Conducting system testing and user acceptance testing of the configured solution.

 Making process flow diagram, design documents and user manual.

 Providing Functional specs for PM Reports and Layouts.

 Preparing reports (KPI and overall cost reports, maintenance work order performance reports, pm logistics reports, capital and expense project reporting and shutdown management).

 Coordinating with SAP America efforts involved business process design for development, validation of development specifications, testing of development, feedback on the performance, design of authorisation structure, configuration and user training.

 Handling rollouts to other business units and user training including identification of difference in business processes and configuration for the difference.

Dec’06–Aug’07 with CSL Behring, Kankakee, IL (Pharmaceutical Company), SAP Implementation and Production Support (version 4.7)-Team Lead PM module as Senior Consultant in Planstaff INC, Chantilly, VA

Accountabilities

 Providing SAP support in manufacturing division using PRS system, resolving issues, communicating with customers, handling development projects, etc.

 Resolving issues in plant maintenance in the areas of work orders, notifications and maintenance plans. Resolving issues in process orders.

 Sorting out issues in material quality plans, conducting inspection and sending quality notifications. Coordinating with team members of PP, PM and QM modules.

 Proposing transport requests as per business requirement and monitoring the transports with change in management.

 Working closely in the areas of break fixes, maintenance support, process improvements / enhancements, new process and user training.

 Reporting any functional gaps in existing applications and suggest business process improvements.

 Evaluating products for Enterprise Application Integration (EAI).

 Preparing test plan, reviewing test plans, unit & integration testing.

 Working with the on-site technical lead and off-shore team for functional enhancements & application interface development and delivery.

Jan’05–Dec’06 with Rohm & Hass Company, Philadelphia (Industry Specialty Chemicals Manufacturing Company), SAP Implementation and Production Support (version 4.7), Lead PP, PM and QM Teams as Senior Consultant in DCIL

Accountabilities

 Conducting daily monitoring & quick resolution of the PRS tickets at various priority levels (High to low) raised by APR/NAR/ER regions related to above areas in Plant Maintenance.

 Participating in client meetings and updating the status of tickets and collectively putting the effort for better resolution of tickets.

 Working closely in the areas of break fixes, maintenance support, process improvements / enhancements and BW Reports.

 Overseeing configuration changes as per business requirements and proposing transport requests.

 Managing change management with Mercury Interactive Tools.

 Involving in supporting the end users in the issues related to Plant Maintenance like: Issues in Maintenance Order Processing, Settlement Issues, Notifications, Scheduling Parameters of Maintenance Plans and Refurbishment Orders.

 Participating in client meetings and updating the status of tickets and collectively putting the effort for better resolution of tickets.

Mar’04-Jan’05 with Micro Labs, Hosur, India (Pharmaceutical Company), as Consultant in Plant Maintenance Module (SAP Implementation)

Accountabilities

 Handling master data configuration, processing and technical object structuring.

 Managing asset management and integration along with plant maintenance.

 Billing of material related to equipment, functional location and material.

 Maintaining processing, configuration & transactions.

 Overseeing preventive maintenance configuration & processing.

 Administering Data Migration from Legacy to SAP.

 Maintaining Plant Maintenance Information System (PMIS)

 Integrating with other modules like PP and MM. Creating new enhancements and proposing transport requests. Handling new configuration changes as per business requirements.

 Reviewing of Business processes in plant maintenance area.

 Directing maintenance planning (Time base, performance base e.g. Hour/activity or Multi cycle plan). Also maintenance processing (Preventive Maintenance, Opportunity / Shutdown Maintenance, Predictive/ Corrective Maintenance & Breakdown Maintenance).

Nov’91-Mar’04 with Hindustan Zinc Limited, Visakhapatnam, India

The Growth Path

Nov’91-Feb’01 Deputy Manager (Mechanical)

Feb’01-Mar’04 PM Lead (SAP Implementation), Metallurgical Processing Industry

Accountabilities

 Providing strategy planning & consulting services. Handling operations & maintenance.

 Managing production planning & support. Offering expansion and modernisation of the projects.

 Looking after Quality Control / Quality Assurance & Compliance (ISO 9000, ISO 14000 and OHSAS).

 The project scope covered SAP implementation in three phases:-

o 1st implementation at Super Smelter, Chanderia and Agucha in Rajasthan

o 2nd implementation at Debari and Vizag Smelter units

o 3rd phase of implementation at Zawar and Dariba units.

 Analysing the mapping for PM implementation. Configuration of PM settings, definition of organisation structure.

 Integrating with other modules including field selection compatibility with MM, PP and FI account determination for PM processes.

 Prototyping, end-user demonstration before sign off and identification of new functionality useful for the organisation, keeping in view greater business process mapping, reduction in business cycle and web-enabling of processes.

 Coordinating with SAP India for business process design, development & validation of specifications, testing, feedback on performance, design of authorization structure, configuration and user training.

 Playing an active role in the roll out of the ERP package to other business units including identifying various business processes, configuration for the difference, analysis & design of authorization profiles, and user training.

Attainments

 Increased in production volumes by reduction in the down time of machinery.

 Increased the plant uptime and reduced the downtime, boosted plant efficiency due to effective maintenance practices, reduced in Maintenance costs.

 Introduced modifications in any existing process resulting in increased productivity of the plant and thereby generated additional revenues.

 Received special appreciation for stabilising the plant by stringent preventive maintenance methods adopted and obtained commendations and cash awards for the same.

 Reduced Consumption of spare parts thereby decreased the maintenance cost.

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