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PRAGADEESWARAN SUNDAR

PRAGADEESWARAN SUNDAR

SENIOR SOLUTION CONSULTANT
Chennai

Summary

As an experienced IT professional with over 6 years in Supply Chain Management consulting, specializing in implementing and optimizing Kinaxis Maestro (formerly RapidResponse). Expertise in solution design, integration, and deployment across industries such as Consumer-Packaged Goods, Automotive, and Life Sciences.

Adept at delivering data integration and system optimization solutions for global clients, including Lifescan, Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Bosch, and Carlsberg. Certified as a Kinaxis Solution Consultant (Level 2) and Integration Consultant (Level 2). Key strengths include problem-solving, technical leadership, training and mentoring, and performance optimization. Brings a strong ability to quickly grasp new concepts, deliver pragmatic solutions, and work effectively in multi-cultural, multi-language environments across North America and Europe.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Solution Consultant

Carlsberg
01.2024 - Current
  • Deployed customized workbooks and dashboards to meet specific business requirements, enhancing data visualization and decision-making processes.
  • Implemented modules for Purchase Contract Management, Inventory Management, and Returnable Management, streamlining procurement and logistics operations.
  • Centralized key supply planning key figures, facilitating consistent reporting and analysis across the organization.
  • Enhanced existing solutions for constraint management, closed-loop planning, and stock balancing, aligning them with industry’s best practices


Solution Consultant

Bosch
01.2025 - 02.2025

Market-Level Demand Planning POC: Led a Proof of Concept (POC) to implement demand planning at the market level, moving beyond traditional part-customer forecasting

Integration & Solution Consultant

Ferring Pharmaceuticals & Lifescan
04.2020 - 12.2023
  • Data Integration & Mapping: Led the integration of diverse data sources into Kinaxis Maestro, overseeing data mapping, transformation, and validation processes to ensure seamless connectivity with enterprise systems
  • Data Model Customization: Spearheaded the customization of Maestro's data model, aligning it with specific business requirements to enhance data accuracy and reporting capabilities.
  • Migration Leadership: Directed data migration activities across multiple releases, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to business operations.
  • Demand Planning: Implemented and deployed demand planning modules, facilitating accurate forecasting and inventory management. Developed and deployed outbound reports, providing stakeholders with timely and actionable insights.
  • Closed-Loop & Data Transformation: Led data transformation initiatives within Maestro, optimizing closed-loop processes to enhance supply chain responsiveness and efficiency.
  • Performance Optimization: Optimized tolerance settings and system monitoring processes, resulting in improved performance and responsiveness of the RapidResponse platform.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical And Electronics Engineering

Saranathan College of Engineering, Trichy
(2013 - 2017)
04.2001 -

MBA - Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Madras University, Chennai
(2022 - 2024)
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Solution Design & Optimization

  • Blueprinting

  • Training & Knowledge Sharing

  • Automation & Performance Enhancement

  • Partner Enablement

  • Technical Leadership & Mentoring

Certification

Certified Solution Consultant Level 2

Accomplishments

  • Kinaxis Rookie of the Year (2020): Honored for exceptional contributions in consulting and training within the Kinaxis ecosystem.
  • Kinaxis Best Solution Consultant – India Region (2025): Recognized for outstanding performance and expertise in delivering tailored supply chain soluti
  • Maestro Platform Training: Trained over 50 professionals in functional aspects of the Kinaxis Maestro platform, enhancing team capabilities and knowledge.
  • Mentorship: Provided guidance and mentorship to numerous individuals in partner organizations, fostering skill development and professional growth.
  • Morethan 20 - Kinaxis Certifications completed

Expertise

  • Kinaxis solution for Supply chain
  • Kinaxis Analytics & Core Algorithm
  • Business process optimization
  • Fit Gap Analysis
  • User Training
  • Demand/Supply/Inventory planning
  • Customer Management


Interests

Travelling

Cricket, Basketball, Volleyball

Swimming

Timeline

Solution Consultant

Bosch
01.2025 - 02.2025

Solution Consultant

Carlsberg
01.2024 - Current

Integration & Solution Consultant

Ferring Pharmaceuticals & Lifescan
04.2020 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical And Electronics Engineering

Saranathan College of Engineering, Trichy
04.2001 -

MBA - Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Madras University, Chennai
04.2001 -
PRAGADEESWARAN SUNDARSENIOR SOLUTION CONSULTANT