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
Digital Transformation & Change Management
Portfolio, Program & Project Management
IT Infrastructure Migration & Service Delivery
Vendor Management & Contract Negotiation
Business Analysis and Documentation
Data Driven & Analytical Thinking
Data Center Migration and Decommission
Certification
Corporate Strategy and Innovations (IIM Ahmedabad)
Languages
English
Hindi
Hindi
Hindi