Vaibhav Mangaonkar
Mumbai
Summary
Seasoned Project Manager and SAP Ariba expert with a proven track record at Bristlecone, enhancing supply chain efficiency and client engagement through strategic sourcing and agile methodologies. Demonstrates exceptional team leadership and effective communication, driving significant process improvements and client satisfaction. Skilled in business process mapping and change management, consistently delivering projects that exceed expectations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager - Presales
Bristlecone
Mumbai
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with sales team to devise strategies for positioning service offerings against competitors.
- Proactively identified areas where improvements could be made within the pre-sales process.
- Recommended improvements to customers and demonstrated potential cost reductions and process improvements.
- Prepared technical proposals, cost estimates, and other documentation as required by customers.
- Performed Ariba configuration and customization based on customer specifications.
- Identified opportunities for upsells or additional services related to existing projects.
- Evaluated new technologies for their applicability in client projects.
- Provided SAP expertise and support to sales teams in the pre-sales process.
- Created plans that align with product requirements and outline future development paths.
- Created detailed RFP responses in response to customer inquiries.
- Developed tailored solutions based on industry specifications.
- Delivered engaging presentations for potential customers.
Solution Architect
Givaudan
Mumbai
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Provided status updates to keep upper management informed and to reach goals.
- Collaborated with project teams to ensure that all requirements were met during the project life cycle.
- Provided technical guidance to other team members in the development of solutions.
- Monitored progress of the change initiative through regular meetings and check-ins with stakeholders.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to develop a vision and plan for successful implementation of changes.
Solution Architect
Corning
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Led the design and implementation of ASN labels within a Supply Chain Control (SCC) environment, aligning with organizational and industry standards.
- Developed a comprehensive solution architecture, collaborating with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into a robust and scalable solution.
- Successfully delivered ASN label implementation, overseeing project planning, vendor coordination, technical guidance, and rigorous testing to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Provided technical expertise and strategic guidance, advising on best practices, evaluating technologies, and facilitating seamless integration with existing systems.
Project Manager & Sourcing Lead
Textron
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Successfully led the end-to-end implementation of SAP Ariba Sourcing, from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Managed all aspects of the project, including scope, budget, resources, and timelines, while adhering to industry best practices and maintaining project quality.
- Leveraged expertise in SAP Ariba Sourcing to guide solution design, configuration, and implementation, aligning with business requirements and industry standards.
- Effectively collaborated with stakeholders, consultants, and internal teams to facilitate communication, resolve challenges, and ensure successful project outcomes.
Cloud Solutions Architect
Genesis Air Mobility
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Led the design and architecture of enhanced order confirmation functionality within the SAP Business Network for Supply Chain (SCC) module.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions within the SCC framework, ensuring alignment with best practices and industry standards.
- Successfully implemented and configured the enhanced order confirmation functionality within the SAP environment, including necessary enhancements and extensions.
- Provided comprehensive support and guidance to end-users, including developing training materials and conducting training sessions to ensure effective utilization of the new functionality.
Project Manager
Nvidia
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Develop comprehensive project plans outlining tasks, timelines, milestones, and resource allocation
- Created migration strategies considering factors like workload suitability, risk, and compliance
- Identified and engaged key stakeholders including business owners, IT teams, vendors, and external partners
- Facilitated communication channels to ensure stakeholders are informed of project progress, risks, and dependencies
- Lead a cross-functional team comprising architects and analysts
- Coordinated with resource managers to ensure adequate staffing and skill sets for project requirements
- Ensured adherence to industry best practices and compliance standards throughout the migration process
- Maintained accurate project documentation including project plans, status reports, meeting minutes, and issue logs
- Generated regular progress reports for project sponsors and stakeholders, highlighting achievements, challenges, and upcoming milestones
- Conducted post-implementation reviews to capture lessons learned and identify areas for continuous improvement
- Ensured customer satisfaction by delivering migration solutions that meet or exceed expectations
- Solicited feedback from stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle and address concerns promptly
SLP Lead
KLA Corporation
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Oversaw Ariba SLP implementation through collaboration with business partners to gather requirements, adopt best practices, and conduct testing.
Ariba SCC Solution Architect
Colgate Palmolive
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Implemented Ariba SCC functionality for direct materials, covering Forecasting, SMI, Subcontracting, Consignment, and Multi-tier PO.
SLP Lead
Roy Hill Holdings Pty Ltd
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed Ariba SLP implementation by coordinating with business teams to gather requirements and facilitate UAT.
SLP Lead
IDEXX
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Spearheaded Ariba SLP implementation for IDEXX.
- Developed comprehensive business blueprints and design documents.
- Facilitated smooth transitions by providing expert go-live and hyper care support.
SLP Lead
Kinder Morgan
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Collaborated with business teams to gather requirements and steer the Ariba SLP implementation
- Developed comprehensive business blueprints and design documents integrated with Infor Lawson ERP.
Sourcing Lead
Palo Alto Networks
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Designed custom solutions, including a savings tracker, while leading Ariba SLP implementation for PANW.
Sourcing Lead
HP Hood LLC
12.2020 - 04.2021
- Directed Ariba implementation for HP Hood, covering business requirements and best practice adoption.
Functional Lead
Domino’s Pizza LLC
04.2020 - 09.2020
- Ensured successful go-live and provided ongoing hyper care support by leading best practices during the Ariba SCC implementation for Dominos.
Functional Lead
Cepheid
04.2020 - 09.2020
- Led the Ariba SCC implementation for Cepheid, leveraging expertise in SAP MM, Ariba SCC, and Bristlecone assets to design and implement solutions that meet Cepheid's unique business needs, while guiding best practices, conducting training, and ensuring successful go-live, and ongoing support.
Project Manager
Emirates Steel
10.2019 - 03.2020
- As a Project Manager for Ariba Strategic Sourcing, ensured customer satisfaction by successfully deploying solutions while effectively managing internal and external resources. Served as a key liaison between clients and various Ariba teams, proactively addressing potential issues to ensure timely and successful project outcomes.
Senior Consultant
Egger Group
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Led transformation initiatives focused on SLP, sourcing and contracts.
- Executed the development strategy for converting SIPM structure data and SAP ERP records into compatible format for SAP Ariba SLP.
Senior Consultant
Easa Saleh Al Gurg Group
Dubai
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Led the delivery of Ariba Strategic Sourcing solution, providing solution demos, design recommendations, and developing the Solution Blueprint with context diagrams, while maintaining regular status reporting and client engagement.
Ariba Functional Lead
Prasarana Malaysia Berhad
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Led functional design sessions, oversaw end-to-end process development, prepared test cases, conducted training, and supported customer teams throughout the project lifecycle, from design and testing to go-live.
Deployment lead
Axiata Group
02.2017 - 04.2017
- End to End Procurement process transformation using implementation of ARIBA
- Assisted the mapping of the business processes of a leading Asian Telecommunication Group to the Ariba Applications
- Assisting client's sourcing team to prepare RFQ's, understand bidding strategies, communicate with suppliers, prepare online negotiation formats, implement benefits derived from online markets
- Involved in the customizations/implementations for various Business requirements like Supplier Information Management, created Approval Rules, Workflows
- Involved in migrating legacy contract data to Ariba ACM
- Trained consultants in Ariba Upstream solution
- Designed training to convey a clear understanding of Supply Chain Management, Procurement and how Ariba as a product caters to needs of Procurement; ranging from Spend Analysis to Operational Procurement
- Explained technical capabilities and business benefits of solutions to the customer from end user level to senior executives
Consultant
Harmony
01.2012 - 10.2016
- Responsible for SRM scenario functional testing pre and post downtime activities on SRM servers
- System Monitoring of ECC, SRM, PI servers (Background Jobs, IDocs, XML’s)
Education
MBA - Information Technology
Coventry University
UK06-2010
Bachelor of Engineering - Information Technology
Mumbai University
Mumbai05-2008
Diploma of Engineering - Information Technology
MSBTE
Mumbai06-2005
Skills
- Project management
- Agile Scrum
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Effective Time Management
- Team Leadership
- Client Engagement Strategies
- Business Process Mapping
- Process consulting
- SAP Ariba Supply Chain Collaboration
- SAP Ariba Strategic Sourcing
- SAP Ariba Commerce Automation
- SAP Material Management
- Change Management
Certification
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM), 001690810
- Project Management Professional (PMP), 3790481
- SAP Certified Specialist - SAP Activate for Cloud Solutions Project Manager
- SAP Certified Associate - SAP Activate Project Manager
- SAP Ariba Supply Chain Collaboration, 2023
- SAP Ariba Sourcing, 2023
- Interactive Dashboards – Google Studio, 2022
- Pre-Sales SAP Ariba Source 2 Pay – Direct (Cloud)
Personal Information
Title: Manager
Accomplishments
- Diversity Champion Award - 2024
- SAP Presales Skills 2024 for SAP Ariba
- Manager Excellence Award - 2023
Languages
Marathi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Affiliations
- Photography
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Solution Architect
Givaudan
05.2024 - 10.2024
Manager - Presales
Bristlecone
01.2024 - Current
Solution Architect
Corning
01.2024 - 04.2024
Project Manager & Sourcing Lead
Textron
11.2023 - 12.2023
Cloud Solutions Architect
Genesis Air Mobility
10.2023 - 11.2023
Project Manager
Nvidia
04.2023 - 08.2023
SLP Lead
KLA Corporation
12.2022 - 02.2023
Ariba SCC Solution Architect
Colgate Palmolive
02.2022 - 11.2022
SLP Lead
Roy Hill Holdings Pty Ltd
12.2021 - 03.2022
SLP Lead
IDEXX
09.2021 - 11.2021
SLP Lead
Kinder Morgan
04.2021 - 08.2021
Sourcing Lead
Palo Alto Networks
02.2021 - 05.2021
Sourcing Lead
HP Hood LLC
12.2020 - 04.2021
Functional Lead
Domino’s Pizza LLC
04.2020 - 09.2020
Functional Lead
Cepheid
04.2020 - 09.2020
Project Manager
Emirates Steel
10.2019 - 03.2020
Senior Consultant
Egger Group
06.2018 - 08.2018
Senior Consultant
Easa Saleh Al Gurg Group
09.2017 - 05.2018
Ariba Functional Lead
Prasarana Malaysia Berhad
05.2017 - 08.2017
Deployment lead
Axiata Group
02.2017 - 04.2017
Consultant
Harmony
01.2012 - 10.2016
MBA - Information Technology
Coventry University
Bachelor of Engineering - Information Technology
Mumbai University
Diploma of Engineering - Information Technology
MSBTE
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