Sumedh Madan Ahire

Project name: Guerbet

Description : It is Rollout project of client Guerbet which is a reputed pharmaceutical company in the continent of Europe which provides services for 6 countries viz France, Turkey, Belgium, Switzerland, Spain and Netherlands.

Roles performed :

• My role was testing of programs created in the Quality environment and ownership of complete data migration for above 6 countries in all the environments including Production.
• Worked as a LSMW expert being the only resource from MM to be directly working along with the on-shore team
• Replaced a 10 years experienced Consultant in the team and carried on her duties before and during the go live, and even during the hyper care phase
• Worked from client office in Paris during the implementation of new go-lives for 6 countries i.e., France, Spain, Belgium, Italy France, Turkey, Belgium, Switzerland, Spain and Netherlands
• Analyze Technical and Functional Enhancements in the Standard SAP MM
• Testing and preparing KT documents
• Worked on Data Migration for MM
• Worked on production data during Go-Live
• Maintaining various master data elements
• Worked at client location during the UAT stage

Technologies used in project: -

1. SAP

2. Excel

3. CSV

4. LSMW

5. Batch Jobs

• Oversaw deployment, configuration and documentation procedures for SAP MM.
• Tackled development tasks based on system requirements and documented approaches.
• Reviewed and modified unit and integration tests to improve software quality and reliability.
• Implemented and tested enhancement feature requests to improve product functionality and extend performance.
• Recommended and executed plans to improve development tools and processes.
• Resolved customer issues by establishing workarounds and solutions to debug and create defect fixes.
• Met with stakeholders, product teams and customers throughout system development lifecycle.
• Performed regression and performance tests for updated systems.
• Initiated efforts to migrate legacy applications to SAP platform.

Project Name: Fiskars

Description : It is integration project of client Fiskars after acquiring ‘ECL UK”. In this we need to integrate all existing Fiskars Business process with new ECL.

Roles performed:

• Worked in the test support team and carried out multiple testing scenarios as per client requirements.
• Carried out multiple positive, negative, regression tests as per new and continuous developments based on the User acceptance testing.
• Carried out the User acceptance testing and the regression testing.
• Worked along with on shore team during the System integrated testing and the Quality testing.
• Analyze, support and testing of Functional Specification and Design Item
• Testing and preparing Training documents
• Worked on HP-ALM for uploading and sharing the test results with client.
• Creating different Purchase orders, Delivery Documents, Goods Receipt, Invoice receipts
• Defining, creating and maintaining prerequisites of master data, execution of tests such as UT, ST and SIT testing and documentation of test results
• Maintaining the various master data such as, material master, vendor master and purchasing info-records

Known Procurement Processes - STO, Third party, Sub-contracting, Consignment etc.

Technologies used in project: -

1. SAP

2. HP-ALM

3. JIRA

4. Excel

5. Word

• Conducted and documented Root Cause Analysis of production system failures to minimize future failures and optimize operations.
• Created procedure documents in Microsoft Word to guide end-users through new processes.
• Detected critical deficiencies in SAP platform products and provided solutions for improvement via architectural redesigns.
• Documented test cases, managed changes and addressed cost concerns to organization.
• Developed and implemented standardized Disaster Recovery (DR) processes for SAP products.
• Worked closely with systems analysts, engineers and programmers to understand limitations, develop capabilities and resolve software problems.
• Reviewed project requirements to identify customer expectations and resources needed to meet goals.
• Analyzed user needs and software requirements to determine design feasibility.
• Coordinated system installations, testing and code corrections.
• Coordinated testing and validation procedures through software development lifecycle.
• Designed software for real-time operating systems QNX, ThreadX and others.
• Gathered business requirements for SAP reporting and functionality enhancements.

Project : Global Freshers Training Program

Description : The program was an initiative from Capgemini Americas to gather multiple Freshers from Capgemini at Global level from countries such as USA, UK and different parts of Europe and train them under one roof for SAP ECC and S4 HANA with the help of experienced Consultants who have hands on experience instead of regular trainers in SAP. This initiative was taken to share the experience in practical application of SAP of the Consultants to the freshers so that they can get certified at Global level in SAP and start working as professionals in Capgemini at their respective locations within one month.

Roles performed:

• Worked as a trainer for Capgemini Apps Europe for a global training program
• Youngest trainer to have worked in the entire program.
• Was selected as one of the top candidates eligible to train fresher's from Capgemini Europe BU.
• Worked as a Trainer for Freshers who joined Capgemini recently from 6 countries i.e. US, UK, Belgium, and other European countries and trained them in SAP S4 HANA as Logistics Consultants for Sourcing and Procurement.
• Preparing the training content and documentation for training as well as respective exercise documents for practice sessions.
• Delivered lectures and gave various presentations under the guidance of lead senior trainers.
• Received a 100% satisfactory feedback from the entire batch conducted.
• Conducted a number of individual lectures and training sessions in the program with an active participation and received an appreciation feedback from the On-shore new joiners, the organizers and the Off-Shore Lead Trainers as well .
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• Stayed up to date on changing technical processes and needed skills.
• Taught useful equipment operation skills and scheduled routine inspections to prevent accidents or malfunctions.
• Assessed employee training needs and developed appropriate manuals and materials.
• Analyzed training results to identify needed improvements and adjustments.
• Worked with Business Unit leadership to assess training requirements.
• Devised and implemented course updates to answer to changing company needs.
• Provided clear and non-technical instruction to convey technical topics.
• Lead multi-faceted courses and specific training modules relating to SAP MM and S4 HANA areas.
• Suggested and offered specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills.
• Participated and attended meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs or to inform management of training program status.
• Used role playing, lectures and simulations to present information in variety of instructional techniques and formats.
• Obtained and organized manuals, guides and visual materials for development and training purposes.
• Evaluated training materials prepared by instructors and offered actionable suggestions for improvement.
• Maintained strong knowledge of SAP MM and S4 HANA by participating in workshops, conferences and online education classes.
• Assessed training needs through surveys, interviews with employees or focus groups.
• Coordinated recruitment and placement of training program participants.
• Supervised, evaluated or referred instructors to skill development classes.
• Devised programs to develop executive potential among employees in lower-level positions.

Project name : COVESTRO

Description : Covestro is one of the leading suppliers of premium polymers. With its high-tech materials, the company is constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible – and thus making the world a better place to live. Covestro’s innovative material solutions are used in the automotive, construction, electrical and electronics, wood, furniture, sports and recreation industries, among others. Covestro is headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany. More than 7,800 people work for the company across seven sites in Germany.

Roles performed:

• Joined as an Associate Consultant and started working on daily support tickets via Service now tool.
• Performed multiple monitoring activities in live SAP and interface environments such as Ariba and Elemica using the interface tools such as Ariba guided buying, Ariba network etc
• Solved priority and urgent tickets within the pre-determined SLA with proper and accurate analysis using SAP development, quality and production systems
• Worked on system configurations and master data maintenance
• Prepared and maintained up to date documentation for all new developments and enhancements of existing business processes and standard SAP
• Got all test results verified from On shore team and business testers and submitted test cases for the same.

Fifth Role in Covestro: Consultant

• Got promoted to Consultant based on performance in the past role during the annual appraisal
• Volunteered as a SPOC during the transition phase of new Implementations from TCS to Capgemini
• Worked as the Subject matter expert from CG side to schedule, organize and ensure the completion of all Knowledge transfers from TCS side
• Successfully received all the transfers from TCS and trained internal team members accordingly to ensure smooth transition of all business processes affecting the support
• Worked individually on all JIRA demands as a Functional MM Consultant working directly with the client team in Germany
• Implemented more than 50 new JIRA developments from scratch working as the single functional resource for MM
• Having good experience of working along with the developers to provide complete functional specifications and guidance in the process of new enhancements
• Successfully completed an automation of existing monitoring activities and was awarded as Star performed of the year for the same

Sixth role (Present) in Covestro: Senior Consultant

• Got promoted to Senior Consultant based on excellent rating and appraisal of the previous phase
• Implemented BPF (Business process focus) and BCC (business command center) for client on special demand from the Covestro Germany business management procurement team
• Worked on a completely independent client facing role to extract and provide data, develop tableau tabs, monitor and verify the observations from tableau and match them with the live data in SAP for the successful implementation of BPF and BCC reports
• Currently working as a team lead for SAP MM in my project which consists of 6 individuals resolving up to 300 average tickets per month and performing various monitoring activities for client for up to 100 hours a month
• Responsible for interviewing, on boarding, training and guiding all the team members in case of doubts and queries
• Providing weekly updates to client in standup meetings for all the ongoing developments and regular support activities
• Responsible to provide assistance to all team members and on shore users in case of any uncertainties including but not limiting to daily incident support
• Working together with SAP SD and FI colleagues for integration projects and rotate incident resolving process
• Completed another automation of Order to cash sales order workflow monitoring from SAP SD side as the SME from functional side and completed the development and testing along with onshore developer
• Working on one more automation of Third party sales order process for Elemica monitoring along with the senior on shore developers
• Documented research findings and prepared polished reports highlighting results and potential improvement strategies.
• Evaluated internal systems and prepared training initiatives to mitigate ongoing problems.
• Educated business associates on how to operate and manipulate new software programs.
• Forwarded documents to correct departments or individuals and confirmed proper drafting of legal documents, contracts and letters.
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• Used clients' requirements to develop targeted solutions to fit specific needs.
• Assessed clients' needs and created plan of action to provide business solutions.
• Worked closely with stakeholders to identify business issues.
• Directed and coordinated work completed by junior consultants and other consultants.
• Established quality standards and performed work according to project schedules.
• Handled complex problems and issues by understanding root cause of issue and implementing solutions.
• Assisted with continuous business improvement based on learnings from client implementation, previous experiences and fresh ideas.
• Identified issues requiring improvement and set processes in place to remedy concerns.
• Recommended enhancements and updates to system software based on performance data and user feedback.
• Coordinated with appropriate departmental staff members to assign proper procedures for project implementation and strategic aim.
• Spearheaded strategic component development strategy in alignment with future project goals.
• Worked hard daily to promote exemplary level of tailored service to each customer, whether through email, by phone or in person.
• Implemented needs assessment mechanisms to identify demand for products and services.
• Researched business and financial topics and completed analysis.
• Collaborated with product managers to successfully execute sales strategies.
• Identified risks and assessed potential impact, consulting with clients to prepare mitigation plan.
• Participated in training and managing new hires to bring new team members up to speed.
• Prepared accurate and concise reports, conveying progress, issues and solutions.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to gain complete understanding of project goals and objectives.
• Conducted research, surveys and interviews to gain business insights.
• Assisted in developing and implementing different workflows and communication processes.
• Developed and implemented new procedures to facilitate business growth.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to contribute recommendations and deliver client objectives.
• Leveraged proven workflow and technology systems to produce effective strategies for clients.
• Applied techniques to analyze requirements, system capabilities and workflows.
• Mitigated project conflicts by proactively seeking acceptable outcomes acceptable to stakeholders.
• Mentored associate consultants to encourage enthusiasm toward tasks and responsibilities.
• Monitored contract requirements, invoices and receivables to keep books in order.
• Created statistical models to evaluate impact of different marketing strategies.