Vimal Kumar Jain
Pune
Summary
Dynamic Chief Transformation Officer with extensive experience at Thermax Limited, specializing in global IT strategy and digital transformation initiatives. Recognized for driving projects that boost operational efficiency and enhance stakeholder engagement while cultivating strategic relationships and unique digital skills. Notable achievements include achieving significant cost reductions and optimizing delivery management, showcasing strong executive leadership and strategic acumen.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Transformation Officer (Global Head - IT Strategy, D&A, PMO, SaaS, Controllership)
Thermax Limited
Pune
04.2023 - Current
- Oversaw the execution of various worldwide programs related to application platforms, infrastructure, and end-user technology.
- Seventy-five out of one hundred had hit the production.
- Led the execution of an impactful digital initiative in health, safety, and environment serving over 15,000 stakeholders worldwide.
- Engineered and rolled out an extensive digital platform catering to more than 20,000 travelers.
- The platform has been awarded as the best enterprise integration champion across India.
- Executed detailed due diligence activities to support M&A efforts.
- Led more than 25 delivery directors to deliver successful outcomes for complex technology projects.
- Gained numerous accolades over the past two years for leadership and integration.
- Executed extensive cost reduction via partner consolidation.
- Led redesign of Technology Group strategy for Thermax and its divisions, collaborating with multiple functions.
- Oversaw execution of planned strategies to meet organizational targets.
- Established program management methodology for transformation initiatives.
- Established IT Process Governance guidelines at Thermax, ensuring adherence by technology stack leaders.
- Established a quality management framework for the Technology group.
- Developed a framework to evaluate the impact of digital initiatives.
- Directed sourcing and contracting processes to safeguard company's interests in software and professional services acquisitions.
- Generated innovative solutions in next-gen space across various divisions to tackle business challenges utilizing Gen AI.
- Strategized and implemented plans to transform and revitalize operations, capitalizing on emerging industry trends.
- Engaged key stakeholders in developing a shared vision for the company's future direction and strategy.
- Hired, trained, and mentored staff members to maximize productivity.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive transformation strategy to drive business growth.
- Provided executive leadership and guidance on complex organizational change initiatives across multiple departments.
Business Unit Head - EMEA
Tech Mahindra
Hyderabad
11.2020 - 04.2023
- Exceeded the delivery of 250 million businesses within core industries, including CPG and O&G sectors.
- Oversaw a high-caliber team of market makers, committed to fostering and securing significant deals.
- Successfully managed and delivered extensive transformation projects.
- Oversaw financial performance for the region.
- Developed influential relationships with executives at SAP, CXOs, and industry analysts.
- Pioneered the creation of five groundbreaking initiatives addressing industry-specific business issues.
- Acknowledged for exemplary leadership performance in the organization.
Vertical Business Unit Head
Tech Mahindra
Hyderabad
02.2017 - 11.2020
- Facilitated delivery of next-gen services to more than 200 million businesses across various geographies.
- Managed the full lifecycle of pre-sales through to project completion for large-scale S4 Transformations.
- Established strong executive connections at SAP, marked an entry on the advisory council board at SAP, and participated in industry forums.
- Developed and launched 10 new ideas in next-gen space across various industrial verticals to tackle business challenges.
- Named as an outstanding leader.
- Led the delivery of over 20 transformational projects across diverse technologies, including 10 in S/4.
Head SAP Consulting Delivery (Associate Partner)
DXC technologies
Hyderabad
12.2012 - 02.2017
- Successfully completed program delivery as per agreed timeline and budget, maintaining excellent client feedback.
- Fostered key partnerships within the customer's network, aiding in securing additional business.
- Facilitated cross-selling initiatives achieving an additional $100 million revenue within current accounts.
- Conceived and launched the industrialized rollout framework.
- Developed numerous accelerators and reusable content to enhance future project delivery efficiency.
- Increased Financial/HCM competency by 25% through headcount growth.
- Developed S/4 HANA Finance and HCM offerings as part of competency-building strategy.
- Efficiently led the New-Gen Technology competency, focusing on outcome-based KPIs throughout the year.
- Negotiated with regions to shift work delivery to offshore locations on major accounts.
Service Line Delivery Leader
Genpact a GE Company
Hyderabad
06.2008 - 12.2012
- Led implementation of distributed delivery model with over 95% offshoring.
- Managed and delivered intricate projects such as the distinctively demanding Brazil rollout.
- Led successful delivery of a complex MDMP for the Unicode conversion program.
- Generated USD 20 million by offering innovative solutions to client issues.
- Executed business transformation initiatives, resulting in significant savings for the customer.
- Streamlined various business processes for easier execution.
- Developed various accelerators including the Global Roll-out Framework and reusable content for delivering engagements.
- Doubled team expertise within a year.
- Twice honored with the Gold Award for superior performance in delivery excellence.
- Recipient of the prestigious Gold Award for exceptional delivery performance twice.
Delivery Leader
Deloitte
Hyderabad
12.2007 - 06.2008
- Executed sophisticated SAP programs specific to telecommunications.
- Secured over USD 10 million in business for southern region.
- Implemented and executed business transformation initiative resulting in new business.
- Achieved complete competency growth across Pan India within six months.
- Established sound partnerships with senior stakeholders to assist business with formulation of strategies, technology investment decisions and solution option selection.
- Delivered valued outcomes from partnered resources.
- Maintained positive relationships with clients to meet deadlines for service delivery.
- Developed and implemented strategies to ensure delivery of projects on time and within budget.
Assistant Manager
Coconut Software
01.2006 - 12.2007
Sr.Financials Consultant
IES Consulting
01.2003 - 01.2006
Finance Manager
SANA Informatics
01.2002 - 01.2003
Accounts Lead
MICO- Robert Bosch
01.2000 - 01.2002
Education
Fellowship -
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
United KingdomFellowship -
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
United KingdomMaster of Business Administration - Finance
Osmania University
Bachelor’s Degree - Commerce
Osmania University
Diploma -
National Import and Export Management
Skills
- Global delivery management
- Strategize building and execution
- Building niche digital competencies
- Nurturing relationships
- Analyst interactions
- IT Audit & Security standards
- Board collaboration
- Executive leadership
- Digital transformation
Certification
- SAP S/4 HANA Cloud Certified Single Tenant Sales Certified
- SAP S/4 HANA Cloud Certified Single Tenant Pre-Sales Certified
- SAP S/4 HANA Cloud Customer Engagement Executive Certified
- SAP S/4 HANA Cloud Edition 2020 - Solution Architect – Certified
- SAP S/4 HANA Certified (Prem)
- SAP S/4 HANA Certified (Private Cloud)
- SAP S/4 SAP Activate Project Management Certified
- SAP BPC 10 Certified
- PMP certified – PMI
Timeline
Chief Transformation Officer (Global Head - IT Strategy, D&A, PMO, SaaS, Controllership)
Thermax Limited
04.2023 - Current
Business Unit Head - EMEA
Tech Mahindra
11.2020 - 04.2023
Vertical Business Unit Head
Tech Mahindra
02.2017 - 11.2020
Head SAP Consulting Delivery (Associate Partner)
DXC technologies
12.2012 - 02.2017
Service Line Delivery Leader
Genpact a GE Company
06.2008 - 12.2012
Delivery Leader
Deloitte
12.2007 - 06.2008
Assistant Manager
Coconut Software
01.2006 - 12.2007
Sr.Financials Consultant
IES Consulting
01.2003 - 01.2006
Finance Manager
SANA Informatics
01.2002 - 01.2003
Accounts Lead
MICO- Robert Bosch
01.2000 - 01.2002
Fellowship -
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Fellowship -
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
Master of Business Administration - Finance
Osmania University
Bachelor’s Degree - Commerce
Osmania University
Diploma -
National Import and Export Management
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