Sadhana Patha
Hyderabad
Summary
Dynamic SAP Program Manager with a proven track record at PepsiCo, driving multi-country test automation initiatives. Expert in program lifecycle management and cross-functional collaboration, achieving 98% stakeholder satisfaction. Skilled in risk management and governance, delivering projects on time and within budget while optimizing resource allocation for significant cost savings.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SAP Program Manager
PepsiCo
Hyderabad
01.2020 - Current
- Accomplished successful multi-country SAP test automation delivery as measured by adherence to scope, timeline, and a $5M budget by leading testing efforts for a large-scale implementation program and driving cross-regional coordination.
- Improved project milestone adherence by 25% as measured by on-time delivery of key phases by directing cross-functional teams of 50+ across IT, Finance, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing and fostering interdepartmental collaboration.
- Reduced risk exposure by 40% as measured by decreased critical issue frequency by defining and executing project governance frameworks, enabling proactive risk identification and mitigation.
- Achieved 98% stakeholder satisfaction as measured in post-implementation reviews by managing engagement with 15+ senior executives and regional heads to align program outcomes with business objectives.
- Ensured 100% compliance with PepsiCo’s global PMO standards as measured through internal audits and scorecards by delivering executive dashboards, financial reports, and project status updates with precision and consistency.
- Delivered 20% cost savings as measured by reduced implementation spend by optimizing resource allocation, improving vendor collaboration, and negotiating favorable contract terms.
SAP Project Manager
Utopia Labs
Bengaluru
04.2018 - 11.2019
- Boosted SAP MDG EAM test coverage by 40% and reduced manual testing efforts by 50% as measured through automation adoption metrics by overseeing the implementation of CBTA-based regression and functional test automation across critical business modules.
- Enhanced release efficiency by 20% as measured by reduced cycle time, and improved defect resolution by managing a team of five testers through end-to-end regression cycles, ensuring alignment with project timelines, and 100% defect traceability.
- Reduced post-release defects by 30% as measured by production issue metrics by orchestrating cross-functional collaboration between SAP R&D and business process teams, embedding quality assurance practices early in the validation lifecycle.
SAP Test Lead
Cognizant
Hyderabad
07.2016 - 03.2018
- Enhanced test reliability and reduced execution time by 40% as measured by cycle duration and test pass rates by leading end-to-end SAP and Salesforce test automation using Worksoft Certify.
- Ensured on-schedule delivery and seamless defect resolution across multiple releases as measured by UAT exit criteria and release timelines by aligning UAT and regression cycles with overall project milestones.
SAP Test Analyst
IBM
Kolkata
09.2012 - 07.2016
- Contributed to successful test automation for SAP HANA, AP, and MDG as measured by improved integration testing outcomes by collaborating with business teams and coordinating with multiple vendors to support seamless integration and quality assurance activities.
Education
MBA - Finance
ISB
Hyderabad01-2026
B. Tech - Bio Technology
National Institute of Technology
Warangal01.2012
Skills
- Program lifecycle management
- Project planning and execution
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Risk and issue management
- Stakeholder communication
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Agile, Scrum, Kanban
- Waterfall and hybrid methodologies
- OKR and KPI alignment
- Change management
- Roadmap planning
- Governance and compliance
- SAP SD, MM, FICO, MDG and EAM
- Test Management: ADO, HP ALM, JIRA, SOLMAN
Certification
- Project Management Professional, PMI
- Safe Scrum Master
- Worksoft Certify Automation Professional
Accomplishments
- HBS Tech Hub Employee Engagement Award – 2021, recognized for designing and leading innovative employee engagement initiatives at HBS Tech Hub, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and boosting participation by over 30%
- Star Performer – Cognizant (Q4 2017) awarded for exceptional performance in project delivery, client satisfaction, and proactive issue resolution within a high-impact SAP implementation team
- Best Zonal Coordinator – Youth for Seva (NGO) honored for leading and scaling multiple social impact initiatives across the zone, mentoring 50+ volunteers, and driving sustained engagement in education and community programs
Affiliations
- Alumni Engagement Coordinator, Student Council – Organized alumni networking events and strengthened alumni-student relations through strategic outreach initiatives, Student Council with a position of alumni engagement coordinator
- Change Maker, Youth for Seva – volunteered for 10+ years, driving social impact through education, health, and community initiatives, empowering underprivileged groups
Timeline
SAP Program Manager
PepsiCo
01.2020 - Current
SAP Project Manager
Utopia Labs
04.2018 - 11.2019
SAP Test Lead
Cognizant
07.2016 - 03.2018
SAP Test Analyst
IBM
09.2012 - 07.2016
MBA - Finance
ISB
B. Tech - Bio Technology
National Institute of Technology
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