Hi, I’m
Sunitha Ananthaseshu
Senior Manager - IT Transformation and Delivery
Summary
Versatile senior professional specializing in corporate strategy and innovation with 26 years of experience in cultivating open work cultures and building high-performing teams.
Skilled in identifying and implementing key improvements to drive business growth and efficiency.
Eager to embrace new challenges and contribute to a forward-thinking organization.
Overview
27
years of professional experience
4
Certifications
Work History
Unilever
Senior Manager - IT Transformation Delivery
1 2015 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborate with CIO, providing data-driven insights to develop and implement forward-looking strategies that align with Unilever's technology vision and business objectives.
- Enable proactive decision-making and drive measurable outcomes in alignment with organizational goals, cost-benefit analysis, by establishing a structured governance framework, and creating dynamic dashboards to deep-dive on strategic transformation programs.
- In 2021, successfully reduced the on-premise footprint by 50% and decreased approximately 25% of the infrastructure costs by spearheading the Tech-Transformation program to drive cloud-only strategies.
- In 2019, successfully managed simultaneous large-scale data center relocations for critical SAP services, along with network vendor transition, completing both initiatives in a record time of 6 months with zero service disruptions.
- Played a pivotal role in driving efficient change management during the vendor rationalization initiative, reducing the number of system integrators from 90 to 2.
GE Healthcare
Global Vendor Program Manager
10.2014 - 12.2015
Job overview
- Provided operational leadership and strategic direction for IT outsourcing, working closely with Global CIOs and Supplier executives.
- Designed an 'Outcome' based payment system for key supplier contracts, enhancing delivery quality and cost-effectiveness.
- Conducted extensive Market analysis for new products and services, along with effective negotiation strategies, to secure competitive pricing with suppliers.
- Managed vendor contracts to ensure compliance with legal and company standards.
IBM India, Bangalore
Program Manager
03.2010 - 10.2014
Job overview
- Successfully led cross-functional teams in completing IT infrastructure and service transition and transformation programs on time and within budget.
- Successfully transformed multiple programs from RED to GREEN status, leading to increase in project performance and stakeholder satisfaction. Received 'IBM Hall of Fame' award.
- Enhanced project delivery efficiency and minimized budget overruns by leveraging offshore resources and implementing global delivery frameworks.
- Created a healthy and conducive environment with clients, vendors, and executive stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
HP India Limited, Bangalore
Project Manager
04.1998 - 03.2010
Job overview
- Led software development and migration projects for HP clients in various sectors, including Automotive, FMCG and Insurance sectors.
- Successfully managed the migration of legacy applications and enhanced online shopping platforms for HP USA via products built in-house.
- Developed RFID-based tracking products for FMCG client.
- Recognized with E-Awards for exceptional project management and process implementation.
Education
IIM AhmedabadAhmedabad, India
No Degree from Innovation & Corporate Strategy
04.2001
Malnad College of EngineeringHassan, Karnataka
B.E. in Computer Science
SJPBangalore, Karnataka
Diploma in Computer Science
Skills
Strategy and Innovation
Certification
Corporate Strategy and Innovations (IIM Ahmedabad)
Languages
English
Hindi
Hindi
Hindi
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