Balaji Tummala
Data & Analytics Application Support Lead - AMEA Region
Mumbai
Summary
Executive Summary
- More than 29 Years of experience in Information Technology with comprehensive background in Good Cloud Applications (GCP), Hadoop Applications (Azure Cloud), SAP Consulting, Project Management, Delivery Management, Software Development using Agile Methodologies, Certified Scrum Master and IBM Design Thinking Practitioner.
- Previous experience in leading and managing teams.
- Handled multiple roles including Service Delivery Manager, Project Manager, Project Lead, ERP Systems Analyst, Technical Architect, Developer, and System Admin Extensive experience with analysis, design, development, customizations and implementation of software applications including ERP applications including SAP and SYMIX
- Proficient in analyzing and translating business requirements to technical requirements and architecture Specialized skills in leading and performing data conversions and interfaces.
- Adept at business, functional & technical analysis and project management Strong database skills, Object Oriented Programming and development knowledge.
- Executed software projects including SAP Application Development & Support for Manufacturing, Telecommunications, FMCG, Chemical & Petroleum and Process industry
- Ability to work as part of global teams, spread across different geographies, and in line with project timelines Love to Travel across the globe as required by the organization
- Good communication skills, people management skills and interpersonal skills. Self-motivated, quick learner and team player
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certificates
Work History
BI & Analytics Appl. Suppport Lead - AMEA Region
Mondelez International
Mumbai
04.2020 - Current
- BI & Analytics Regional Lead for AMEA Region
- Providing leadership for all BI & Analytics Applications in AMEA Region
- Following are Roles and Responsibilities
- Provide Leadership in Application Support for all SAP and Non-SAP BI Applications including GCP Applications (D4GV), SAP BW on HANA 7.5, SAP HANA 2.0, Hadoop Applications, and third-party interface applications
- Applications & Tools being managed:
- Applications: AMEA DataHub, Suggested Orders, Planning Transformation (Demand Suite & Supply Suite), ANZ TPM, Advanced Statistics etc.
- Tools: Talend, Aecorsoft, Big Query, Python, Power BI, Tableau, SAP BW on HANA, SAP ABAP etc.
- Stakeholder Management of all Business Functions who use BI & Analytics Applications.
- Established strong relationships with stakeholders, facilitating effective communication and collaboration.
- Vendor (Outsourced) Management for BI & Analytics Application Support
- CSAT Management (Internal Users / Stakeholders)
- Continuous Improvements
- Operational Excellence by maintaining 99.99% application uptime
- BAU Management
- Achievements:
- Successfully migrated all Hadoop (HDInsight) Applications to GCP Cloud
- Onboarded more than 40 GCP applications into AMS Support
- Successfully implemented 2 Upgrade and 2 Migration Projects
- HANA 2.0 Upgrade & Major BW SP Upgrade
- BW on HANA Systems migration to HDInsight (Microsoft Azure Cloud)
- Hadoop Applications migration from On-premise to HDInsight.
Project Manager & Solution Architect
IBM India Pvt. Ltd.
Hyderabad
03.2010 - 04.2020
- Project Manager & Solution Architect responsible for Developing and supporting applications with focus on SAP ECC and SAP Analytics Projects by providing technical/functional assistance for clients on the existing SAP Applications and new implementations
- Understanding client business, supporting the delivery of key transformation projects which includes SAP and Non-SAP Applications
- Define data architectures and integration of data models between SAP and non-SAP systems which includes EssBase and other DataStage Systems
- Lead client requirements gathering/analysis workshops and the design and configuration of SAP solutions
- Work together with a dedicated client team providing them with guidelines, technical assistance and training inputs on existing SAP solutions
- Analyze change management requirements, develop, test and deploying the appropriate solutions for change management requirements
- Resolve Technical and Business queries along with the Business and Architectural groups of the client
- Successfully implemented SAP Analytics for a Green Field Implementation Global Template Project which includes multiple SAP Applications including SAP ECC, APO, BPC, Analytics, Sales & Operations Planning, Success Factors and integration with other legacy systems
- Successfully implemented 2 Upgrade Projects, 1 Migration Project, 2 Green Field Implementation Projects and supported multiple AMS.
Programmer Analyst
Compro Consulting Group
San Ramon, California
03.2007 - 02.2010
- SAP BI Lead Consultant responsible for implementing, optimizing and developing SAP BI Solutions for Client AT&T
- Lead customer engagements requiring SAP BI (BW, BO) simultaneously
- Defining current issues, requirements, and deliverables
- Proactive identification, escalation and resolution of issues
- Act as a counselor and mentor for other BI (BW, BO) consultants and Ensure adoption of Best-practices during
- Successfully upgraded Supply Chain & HR BW Systems from 3.5 to 7.0
- Developed and implemented Chain of Command process for SAP HR BW System
- Successfully implemented performance tuning for HR BW System
- Successful Development and implementation of Bellsouth Mobility Infrastructure
- TIW Conversion to SAP HR BW System
- LE & WU System Conversion to SAP HR BW System.
Project Manager
Advance Agro Public Company Limited, Thailand
Thatoom
09.2003 - 02.2007
- Project Manager in IT Department leading large team of 30 SAP Technical and Functional Consultants
- Establish requirements for business applications coordinating with the Functional Consultants & Business Users and translate business requirements into appropriate technical solutions
- Assign tasks, set target goals and dates, delegate team responsibilities and ensure technical excellence in functional and Technical Teams
- Assess team's skill sets, determined training requirements, develop and conduct employee performance reviews for Technical and functional consultants
- Maintain project documentation for all stages of project life cycle
- Report to CIO on Project Progress every month
- Successful implementation of following projects: SAP MM-PR/PO/MRP Implementation, SAP SD Implementation, SAP HR Implementation, SAP Financial MIS Reports, SAP R/3 upgrade from 4.3C to 4.7.
SAP Technical Consultant
Wipro Technologies
Bangalore
10.1997 - 09.2003
Senior Customer Support Executive
Blue Chip Computer Consultants Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
12.1995 - 09.1997
Programmer Consultant
Brooke Bond Lipton India Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
04.1994 - 11.1995
Education
Master of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Jyothi Nivas College
Bangalore, Karnataka 06.2002 - 05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics, Physics & Statistis
Sri Saibaba National Degree College
Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh 06.1987 - 05.1990
Skills
GCP & Talend
Certification
Certified Scrum Master, Scrum Alliance, 2018
Timeline
BI & Analytics Appl. Suppport Lead - AMEA Region
Mondelez International
04.2020 - Current
Project Manager & Solution Architect
IBM India Pvt. Ltd.
03.2010 - 04.2020
Programmer Analyst
Compro Consulting Group
03.2007 - 02.2010
Project Manager
Advance Agro Public Company Limited, Thailand
09.2003 - 02.2007
Master of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Jyothi Nivas College
06.2002 - 05.2003
SAP Technical Consultant
Wipro Technologies
10.1997 - 09.2003
Senior Customer Support Executive
Blue Chip Computer Consultants Pvt. Ltd.
12.1995 - 09.1997
Programmer Consultant
Brooke Bond Lipton India Pvt. Ltd.
04.1994 - 11.1995
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics, Physics & Statistis
Sri Saibaba National Degree College
06.1987 - 05.1990
Professional Highlights
- As a Regional Support Lead, I manage AMEA SAP BI application and Cloud Technologies including Global HDInsight (Hadoop) & GCP Applications Support at Mondelez International
- Creating and building AMS Roadmap and Strategy in collaboration with Leadership Team
- Strong Analytical and Quantitative Skills with the ability to use data and metrics to back up assumptions, recommendations and drive actions.
- Pay high attention to details and have the ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously while delivering results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Stake Holder and CSAT Management
- Vendor Management
- Experience with multiple clients in multiple domains including Distribution, FMCG, Chemicals & Petroleum, Manufacturing, Health Insurance and Logistics across the globe
- Resource planning, mobilization, out-rotation and attrition management
- Cost estimating and budget planning
- Manage Processes, Reporting and Documentation
- Work with leadership team on staffing and Project planning
Personal Information
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
Awards
- ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FOR BEST IT SUPPORT PROVIDED TO ACHIEVED SALES TARGET IN WIPRO
- ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FOR CONTRIBUTING TO ACHIEVE PCMM LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATION IN WIPRO
- SIX SIGMA ACHIEVEMENT AWARD IN WIPRO
- DELIVERY EXCELLENCE AWARD IN IBM
- GLOBAL DELIVERY AWARD IN IBM
Personal Information
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
Awards
- ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FOR BEST IT SUPPORT PROVIDED TO ACHIEVED SALES TARGET IN WIPRO
- ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FOR CONTRIBUTING TO ACHIEVE PCMM LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATION IN WIPRO
- SIX SIGMA ACHIEVEMENT AWARD IN WIPRO
- DELIVERY EXCELLENCE AWARD IN IBM
- GLOBAL DELIVERY AWARD IN IBM
Personal Information
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
Awards
- ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FOR BEST IT SUPPORT PROVIDED TO ACHIEVED SALES TARGET IN WIPRO
- ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FOR CONTRIBUTING TO ACHIEVE PCMM LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATION IN WIPRO
- SIX SIGMA ACHIEVEMENT AWARD IN WIPRO
- DELIVERY EXCELLENCE AWARD IN IBM
- GLOBAL DELIVERY AWARD IN IBM
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