Joseph Soosai
Global SAP MAnager
Singapore
Summary
With 16 years of experience managing complex IT systems and teams, I offer a seasoned leadership approach encompassing strategic planning, team leadership, and influencer capabilities. My expertise extends to both ERP and non-ERP systems, consistently demonstrating a track record of designing, developing, and implementing cost-effective IT solutions that improve organizational efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance data security. An excellent communicator, I thrive in effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders in a global setup.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Global SAP Manager
The LYCRA Company
6 2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Formerly known as INVISTA
- Website information not provided
- IT owner of SAP ERP landscape managing a team of Functional Leaders and 3rd party IT team of about 35 professionals
- Owner of an SAP landscape that integrates SAP ECC with SAP TM, GTS, SCM, and numerous third-party applications
- This system supports sales exceeding $1 billion annually and operations across 10 countries
- Overseeing an annual budget of approximately $5 million for ERP operations, as well as OPEX and CAPEX projects
- Continuously assess expenditures through comparative analysis to prioritize pursuing opportunities with the most favorable value propositions
- Strong vendor management experience to drive adherence to SLAs and effective problem management process in AMS
- Partnered with senior management to formulate a roadmap for the ERP organization, securing funding approval for projects with the highest value proposition
- Implemented a $2 million upgrade of SAP NetWeaver from version 7.40 to 7.50, preparing the systems for upcoming S/4 upgrades
- Led the project from initiation to approval and successful completion, utilizing Agile methodologies during the execution phase
- Delivered the complex project on time and under budget by fostering close collaboration between business and IT teams, employing strong risk management strategies, and ensuring close monitoring throughout the project phases
- Executed several cloud migration projects for SAP add on components like OpenText, OneSource Tax Engine etc
- To move from on-premise to public cloud installations resulting in reduced total cost of ownership for IT
- Among the early adopters of the SAP BTP platform, developed FIORI-based SAP Warehouse Management apps, and rolled them out to five internationally located plants
- Managed the project from initiation through vendor evaluation and selection, execution, and successful closure, receiving excellent reviews from internal customers
- Steering 3rd party service delivery and problem management team to ensure recurring incidents are eliminated and our processes are adhered to in reducing incidents
- Develop strategies to maintain the technology landscape with a focus on minimizing technical debt and enhancing the supportability of the system to achieve near 100% uptime
- Partner with IT security and Infrastructure teams to continually assess and address threat vulnerabilities within the system
- Formerly known as INVISTA
- Website information not provided
ERP Applications Leader
The LYCRA Company
11.2017 - 05.2022
- Company Overview: Formerly known as INVISTA
- Website information not provided
- Lead a team of IT resources to support, implement and enhance applications in Logistics and Supply chain functional area
- As ERP Applications Leader, I have successfully led a team of 12 contract SAP IT professionals responsible for supporting and enhancing global SAP systems, with a specific focus on SAP APO, ECC, TM, and GTS systems
- Serving as the primary liaison with customers, I played a crucial role in delivering various SAP projects, collaborating with system integrators, internal and external resources, and key stakeholders
- Some noteworthy projects I led include: Integration of Gocomet real time reporting of container ship locations in SAP ECC to provide accurate ETA to logistics and customer service users
- Development of Business Intelligence Cubes using MSBI and PowerBI tools for Supply Chain and Logistics organization
- These cubes have become key decision-making artifact for C level executives from all functions
- Implementation of track and trace capabilities for returnable packaging goods in SAP ECC, leveraging SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) and utilizing FIORI Apps
- Implementation of a multi-level deployment solution using SAP SCM enhancements
- Introduction of Vendor Capacity planning to simulate external vendor capacities in SAP APO, ensuring accurate representation of replenishment plans to forecast
- Led the implementation of the Gold Client Data Management tool in the landscape which reduced test durations by up to 50% through data replication into non-production environment
- I also implemented Agile project management methodologies to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of IT projects
- As an IT project manager, successfully executed the implementation of IT systems for a $15 million manufacturing line, which included setting up of DCS systems and data acquisition into MES and SAP
- My responsibilities extended from idea origination to project approval and implementation, involving vendor evaluation and confirmation based on a scoring methodology, along with regular risk assessments
- Possessing a unique skill set, I have a strong understanding of MES and SAP ERP systems
- In a role as a Shop Floor System lead, I collaborated with globally diverse teams during the implementation of a $150 million SAP Order-To-Cash system
- The scope of work involved establishing systems required for data exchange between custom-developed MES systems, Aspen IP21, and SAP
- Additionally, I actively collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize IT initiatives, managing IT budgets and resource allocations accordingly
- I maintained robust relationships with vendors and technology partners, ensuring the timely delivery of IT products and services
- Regular project status meetings were conducted, and timely progress reports were provided to stakeholders, including senior-level management
- Formerly known as INVISTA
- Website information not provided
Sr. System Analyst
The LYCRA Company
01.2011 - 10.2017
- Company Overview: Formerly known as INVISTA
- Website information not provided
- As Sr
- System Analyst, assisted in development of new processes/procedures, for improvement of existing services or for deployment of new support services
- Provided oversight to all phases solution development life cycle, including design, development, and technical testing for manufacturing shop floor applications as well as their integration with SAP ERP systems
- Prioritized personal workload, with a focus on delivering quality results & meet timelines, at the same time engaged in a broad range of tasks and multiple, concurrent projects
- Streamlined regional application for rolling out common packing systems for multiple sites in APAC, with application of acquired technical knowledge
- At the initial stage of this engagement (2007-2009), developed & undated technical Knowledge Base content, while assisted project teams, through testing & coordination with different functional teams, for development of new products
- Tracked/corrected process parameters to maintain stringent quality at the same time accurately resolved logged process and provided regular statistical information
- Formerly known as INVISTA
- Website information not provided
IT Analyst
GIC Pte. Ltd.
07.2008 - 12.2010
- Company Overview: Website information not provided
- Reported to the IT Manager, as individual contributor, for participation in application development, using MS.NET framework, including analysis, development, and Solution Implementation
- Assisted in defining/enforcing new processes & procedures, for improvement of existing trade applications and for delivering latest support services
- Conducted root causes analysis to identify causes of issues (problem/change management) and collaborated with Application Development Team, in providing a solution
- Engaged, further, in multiple other responsibilities like - Database Optimization, Applications Integration, Applications Support, Project Coordination & delivery, Training, etc
- Website information not provided
Systems Analyst
NUS-CME
06.2007 - 06.2008
- Company Overview: Website information not provided
- Website information not provided
Education
M.C.A. -
Annamalai University
Chennai, TNB.Sc. - Chemical Technology
Loyola Academy
Skills
SAP ECC
SAP BTP
MES
SAP APO
DP
SNP
PPDS
SAP TM
SAP PP
QM
SAP GTS
SD
MM
WMS
C#
VBNET
JavaScript
MS SQL Server
Oracle
Sybase
Microsoft Project
ASPNET
MVC
JQuery
Team Leadership
Operations Management
Strategic Planning
Performance Management
Areaofexcellence
- Project Management/Agile Development
- Resource Optimization/Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Business Transformation
- Solution Architecture and Design
- Solution Delivery Management
- Strategic Planning
- Budget Management
Educations
- M.C.A., Annamalai University, Chennai, TN, India, 9.1/10
- B.Sc. (Chemical Technology), Loyola Academy, Osmania University, Hyderabad, India, 7.4/10
Accreditations
- Certified Project Management Professional, expired, 03/22
- ITIL (Intermediate) certified in ITSM
- Trained on Lean Six Sigma
- Trained on Agile methodology
Timeline
ERP Applications Leader
The LYCRA Company
11.2017 - 05.2022
Sr. System Analyst
The LYCRA Company
01.2011 - 10.2017
IT Analyst
GIC Pte. Ltd.
07.2008 - 12.2010
Systems Analyst
NUS-CME
06.2007 - 06.2008
Global SAP Manager
The LYCRA Company
6 2022 - Current
M.C.A. -
Annamalai University
B.Sc. - Chemical Technology
Loyola Academy