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SURIYANARAYANA SHARMA
Lawspet
Summary
Dynamic SAP BASIS Transition Manager with extensive experience at Tech Mahindra Ltd., excelling in SAP migrations and project management. Proven track record in SLA management and team leadership, driving successful transitions and upgrades. Adept at fostering stakeholder relationships while ensuring high-quality deliverables and operational excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SAP BASIS Transition Manager
Tech Mahindra Ltd.
Chennai
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Facilitated knowledge transfer from previous vendor to project stakeholders, enhancing understanding of customer SAP estate systems.
- Conducted technical evaluations to build team cohesion and align project goals.
- Engaged customers in discussions on SLAs and metrics, reviewing dashboards to ensure clarity on performance expectations.
- Compiled weekly and monthly metric reports for team review.
Senior Project Manager (Cutover Lead)
BCT Consulting
Chennai
06.2024 - 03.2025
- Designed S/4 HANA 2023 landscape, enabling functionalities such as Fiori and PI/PO Webdispatcher.
- Constructed SAP landscape with S/4 server, SAP web dispatcher, ADS, and SAP router; trained users on system utilization.
- Led cross-functional teams to manage complex project timelines and deliverables.
- Developed project plans and schedules using industry-standard project management software.
- Coordinated stakeholder meetings to gather requirements and ensure alignment on project goals.
SAP Technical Manager
Freelancer
Chennai
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Conducted hand-over call with SAP to ensure smooth transition and continuity of operations.
- Obtained system details and login credentials from the IT department.
- Shared the IP details related to Customer Network Team and guided procedures on establishing connectivity.
- Advised partners and internal SAP teams on secure management of key user credentials to mitigate access risks.
- Addressed end-user issues and escalated service requests to SAP operations team for timely resolution.
Manager – Projects
Cognizant
Chennai
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed Azure SAP Migration Project and post go-live support, ensuring alignment with project timelines and quality standards.
- Developed Statement of Work (SoW) and estimated resource requirements to support project execution.
- Reviewed EWA reports and prepared remediation plans to address identified issues.
SAP Project Lead
Thirdware Solutions
Chennai
04.2020 - 10.2021
- Executed updates for HANA 2.0 REV system to enhance functionality and performance
- Moved code changes to PRD systems to facilitate deployment and streamline processes
- Validated S/4 HANA system integrity post-handover to ensure seamless operations
- Provided support for production systems
SAP Technical Manager
Emergys Software
Chennai
02.2019 - 02.2020
- S/4 HANA 1809 Green field Implementation and Solution Manager 7.2 Installation
- Installation of HANA 2.0 Database and Hana Tenant DB creation
- Installed Solman 7.2 (ABAP + JAVA Stack) and upgraded SPS from SP01 to SP04 to enhance system capabilities
- Executed Fiori installation and configuration to improve user experience and accessibility
- Performed Solution Manager installation and configuration to streamline system monitoring and management
- Install Diagnostic Agent, ADS Configuration, EWA Configurations
Technical Lead
Tech Mahindra Ltd.
Chennai
11.2016 - 01.2019
- Delivered technical support for production systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Assigned tickets to team and monitored SLA compliance to maintain service quality.
- Conducted weekly and daily team hurdles to facilitate communication and address project challenges.
Technical Lead
HTC Global Services
Chennai
06.2016 - 11.2016
- Executed HANA DB 1.0 installation, applied rev patch updates, and installed LC apps to maintain system integrity
- Creation of HANA Tenant Database and applying the HANA DB Licenses
- Conducted ECC migration on HANA using DMO tool and completed NW 7.4 installation for seamless system transition
- Upgraded operating system kernel, resulting in improved system performance
- Generation of Stack XML files by upon Software Component validations
Technical Lead
Hinduja Tech Ltd.
Chennai
06.2015 - 05.2016
- Upgraded operating system kernel, resulting in enhanced system performance.
- HANA DB 1.0 Installation, Rev Patch Updates, LC Apps Installation
- Creation of HANA Tenant Database and applying the HANA DB Licenses
- Generated Stack XML files following software component validations to ensure compatibility.
- Executed ECC migration on HANA using DMO tool and completed NW 7.4 installation to support system upgrades.
Technical Support Specialist
IBM India Pvt Ltd
Chennai
12.2014 - 06.2015
- Acted as the single point of contact for technical and managerial issues and facilitated effective communication.
- Maintained SLA compliance to meet contractual obligations with client.
- Reviewed system monitoring tools to enhance system performance and reliability.
- Analyzing the EWA Reports for proactive Maintenance.
Senior Consultant
Capgemini
Chennai
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Executed DB refresh for ECC systems on QA system using PRD data to ensure data integrity and system reliability.
- Configured RFCs based on customer requests to facilitate seamless communication and data exchange.
- Monitored alerts and performance metrics of R/3 to proactively identify issues and maintain optimal system functionality.
- DB admin tasks performed -Tablespace admin, Startup/Shutdown of Instance.
Consultant
Cognizant
Chennai
02.2011 - 08.2013
- Executed database refreshes for SAP ABAP stack systems, enhancing data integrity and availability.
- Coordinated transport changes to respective systems post-CAB approvals, ensuring timely updates.
- Documented quality processes for all deliverables, standardizing operational procedures.
Consultant
Steria India Ltd.
Chennai
08.2010 - 02.2011
- Coordinated release of tasks and promoted SAP transports to ensure timely project delivery
- Managed SAP R/3 and Portal security protocols
- Compiled and analyzed weekly and monthly reports to provide insights for project tracking
SAP BASIS Administrator
Lucas Indian Services
Chennai
01.2008 - 02.2010
- Executed SAP BASIS routine activities, including kernel upgrades and system refreshes, to maintain system integrity
- Applied OSS notes and administered tablespace and spool management to support system reliability
- Conducted system health checkups and managed transports to ensure optimal system performance
Education
MBA - Information Systems
Annamalai University
Chidambaram, IN05-2023
B. Tech - Computer Science
Regency Institute of Technology
Yanam, U.T of Pondicherry05-2004
Skills
- SAP S/4 HANA
- SAP Migrations
- SAP Upgrades
- SAP Transitions
- Change management
- Technical evaluation
- Database administration
- Project management
- Service delivery management
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP),
- SAP Certified Associate - SAP Activate Project Manager,
- SAP Certified Technology Specialist - SAP S/4HANA Conversion and SAP
- SAP Certified Technology Associate - OS/DB Migration for SAP Netweaver
- SAP Certified Technology Associate - System Administration (SAP HANA) with SAP Netweaver 7.5,
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate Level
- ITIL V3 Foundation Certified
- Oracle 10g DBA Certified
- CCNA
- MCSA
Projects Handled
- Implementations – 2
- Upgrades – 2
- Migrations – 2
- Production Support – 7
- Transitions – 1
Personal Information
- Passport Number: Z6239268
- Date of Birth: 12/21/82
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Work Preference
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Full TimePart TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridSalary Range
₹45000/yr - ₹200000/yrTimeline
SAP BASIS Transition Manager
Tech Mahindra Ltd.
07.2025 - 10.2025
Senior Project Manager (Cutover Lead)
BCT Consulting
06.2024 - 03.2025
SAP Technical Manager
Freelancer
01.2023 - 06.2024
Manager – Projects
Cognizant
10.2021 - 01.2023
SAP Project Lead
Thirdware Solutions
04.2020 - 10.2021
SAP Technical Manager
Emergys Software
02.2019 - 02.2020
Technical Lead
Tech Mahindra Ltd.
11.2016 - 01.2019
Technical Lead
HTC Global Services
06.2016 - 11.2016
Technical Lead
Hinduja Tech Ltd.
06.2015 - 05.2016
Technical Support Specialist
IBM India Pvt Ltd
12.2014 - 06.2015
Senior Consultant
Capgemini
08.2013 - 08.2014
Consultant
Cognizant
02.2011 - 08.2013
Consultant
Steria India Ltd.
08.2010 - 02.2011
SAP BASIS Administrator
Lucas Indian Services
01.2008 - 02.2010
MBA - Information Systems
Annamalai University
B. Tech - Computer Science
Regency Institute of Technology