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Swati.V. Marali

Swati.V. Marali

SAP MM Functional Consultant
Bangalore,Karnataka

Summary

OBJECTIVE : Seeking a role as a SAP MM Consultant, where I can use my experience in developing efficient materials management strategies for an organization


Profile Summary

  • Overall 10.2 years of experience, out of which 7.2 years in Project management, Planning & procurement engineering for EPC projects and 3 years as SAP MM functional consultant.
  • Comprehensive understanding of SAP MM tool with extensive configuration skills.
  • Involved in various phases of the project like gathering requirements, feasibility study, unit testing, end-to-end integration for various procurement cycles, and creation of transition docs post-go-live.
  • Cross-functional knowledge and integration skills with MM-FI and Logistics.
  • Diverse initiatives towards accomplishment of organizational goals & vision pertaining to the overall execution of the Projects, Planning, Quality Management, Design & Development.
  • Create a category sourcing strategy and purchasing plan.
  • New Vendor Development, Price Negotiation with vendor, PO releasing, Material Delivery and Payment etc.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
5
5
Languages

Work History

SAP MM Functional Consultant

L&T Construction
Bangalore
09.2019 - 08.2022

Implementation project

  • Defining Enterprise structure, Purchasing process and Plant parameters, mapping the business process in line with the SAP functionality and configuration of organizational structure (to-be) with Legacy system.
  • Configured MM organizational Elements: Plant, Storage location, Purchase organization & Purchase groups to the Enterprise structure.
  • Configuration and Maintenance of Master data such as Material Master, Vendor Master, Purchase Info record and Source List.
  • Customization of material groups, Material types and Number range for material types.
  • Customize Vendor Screen Layout, Vendor Account Groups, and define the number range for vendor account groups.
  • Configuration and Maintenance of Procurement Processes.
  • Defined Release Procedures for purchasing orders and purchase requisitions for procurement.
  • Inventory management parameters for all Goods movements like Goods Receipts, Goods Issues and Reporting.
  • Configured STO setup for inter-company stock transfer and plant-to-plant transfer.
  • Processed RFQ’s in FIORI
  • Identified RICEFW objects to meet the Business specific requirement.
  • Proactively discussed issues with other functional consultants for timely resolution.
  • Perform rigorous documentation of SAP processes and present progress reports.

Project Management & Planning Excellence

L&T Construction
Bangalore
06.2017 - 08.2019

Project: Conversion of OH lines to UG lines & electrification of Indiranagar Division Bangalore for the budget of Rs. 219.45Cr. and Shivaji Nagar Division Bangalore for the budget of Rs. 226.4Cr.

  • Hold ownership of handling project activities such as scheduling, planning, monitoring, execution and cost controlling.
  • Comprehend client’s requirements, contractual terms, technical specifications and arrange materials as per requirement.
  • Prepared cost estimation and schedule bar chart plan considering all inputs (manpower, equipment and materials availability, production and construction sequences).
  • Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
  • Analyzing the Planned Vs Actual progress to classify the problem areas and requirements to achieve the target.
  • Monitored, tracked and controlled outcomes to resolve issues, conflicts, dependencies and critical path deliverables.
  • With strategic planning, material utilization & work procedure adoption, achieved 13% growth in project margin which benefited the business for Rs. 29.42 Cr.
  • Properly monitoring and control over resources, P&M equipment and other project-related expenditures, saved the Indirect cost of Rs. 2.8Cr.
  • Developed and delivered progress reports, proposals, documentation and presentations to top management, including the project team, clients and key stakeholders.
  • Ensured that projects and programs are proceeding according to scope, schedule,budget and quality standards.
  • Acted as an internal quality control check for the project.
  • Provided on-site leadership for the project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals and adhere to their responsibilities and project milestones.
  • Special Initiatives were implemented during the project execution phase.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
  • Successfully delivered the project in 24 months as per the client’s contract and received appreciation from customer & top management.

Procurement & Operation Management

L&T Construction
Chennai
11.2015 - 05.2017

Project: Rural Electrification work under Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana(DDUGJY) 11&12th plan & Integrated power development scheme(IPDS) executing at Lucknow, Ghaziabad & Meerut sites of Rs. 600Cr

  • Performed all procurement and contracting activities including pre-qualification, negotiation and preparation of contracts.
  • Developed key relationships with business stakeholders and strategic supply partners to improve business.
  • Floated RFQ’s, Verified the requests in line with the contract specification and negotiated with suppliers to obtain the best price and within an approved budget.
  • Prepared and processed purchase orders in an efficient manner and carried End-to-End supply chain management process from Order to Vendor payment.
  • Created & tracked purchase orders to ensure delivery to project sites and monitored that the orders meet the project demands.
  • Discussed defective or unacceptable goods or services with the inspection team, project team and vendors to determine the source of trouble and take corrective action.
  • Successfully procured & delivered high-value electrical materials like, Transformers, LV Panels, GOS structures, Poles, Distribution Boxes, Energy meters, Cables, Conductors and Other consumable items.
  • Calculate price variations for transformers, conductors & cables with respect to IEEMA formulas & Indices during order finalization.
  • Provided periodic reporting for management on purchasing, controls and processes.
  • Reconciled open & closed POs with related reports.
  • Managed database of vendor details and pricing information to maintain organization.
  • Resolved issues, monitor contractual agreements, and review invoices for payment
  • Analyzed Shipment data to understand the reasons for slippage on timelines or downtime in operations.

Senior Design Engineer

L&T Construction
Chennai
07.2012 - 10.2015
  • Prepared Key SLD for HV & LV system, and reviewed vendor drawings for various electrical equipments.
  • Designed Lighting layouts for 2x600MW ATHENA Thermal power plant areas & buildings using DILUX software & obtained client approval.
  • Used PSCAD software for the Selection of Lightning Arrestor for 400kV AIS package of ATHENA project.
  • Calculated Relay setting for 415V LT panels using ETAP.
  • Created equipment, earthing, lighting & cable tray layouts for client reviews.
  • Listed BOQ of Light fixtures, Earthing materials, HT < Cables, Bus duct materials utilized in project
  • Evaluated Input Feeder List and control scheme drawings of various motors & LV Panels.
  • Designed Lighting layouts for various metro stations & buildings for BMRCL Project by using DILUX software & obtained client approval.
  • Listed BOQ of Light fixtures, cables, wires, and switch boxes.
  • Conducted client meetings for the project discussion & document approval.
  • Visited metro stations for understanding the lighting design accuracy.


Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics

Gogte Institute of Technology
Belgaum, Karnataka
06.2008 - 06.2012

Skills

    Teamwork and Collaboration

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Accomplishments


  • Received the prestigious award of “Timely Completion of Project throughout L&T Construction” from L&T CEO & MD for completing the project within a stipulated time.
  • Titled as “First Runner Up” project of the year from PMI SOUTH ASIA AWARDS

Certification

SAP MM- S/4 HANA from ERPLOKA

Timeline

SAP MM- S/4 HANA from ERPLOKA

02-2020

SAP MM Functional Consultant

L&T Construction
09.2019 - 08.2022

Project management, Planning & Control from L&T Institute of Project Management

07-2019

Executive Development Training Program from IFMR

08-2018

Project Management & Planning Excellence

L&T Construction
06.2017 - 08.2019

Procurement & Operation Management

L&T Construction
11.2015 - 05.2017

Senior Design Engineer

L&T Construction
07.2012 - 10.2015

Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics

Gogte Institute of Technology
06.2008 - 06.2012
Swati.V. MaraliSAP MM Functional Consultant