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RAJAN KUMAR

RAJAN KUMAR

Director- Global CIO Leader Assets And Procurement

Summary

Fuelling rapid growth and competitive advantage with large scale transformational technology and Platform deployment

Dynamicleader with enriched experience and success in driving innovation, reducing costs and mitigation of risk for overall company growth. Expertise in aligning business goals and company strategy and delivering KPIs to keep costs in control and optimized support .Forward thinking innovator credited by keeping organization Agile by introducing disruptive technologies, guiding strategic decision making guided by Data and Business Analyticsand steering cross functional collaboration. Excel in forging technology transformational changes that deliver effective, integrated and simplified solutions at lower cost. reputation for building collaborative globally matrixed team at scale

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Director-Global Assets and Procurement IT Systems

Kyndryl Singapore Pte Ltd
2021.11 - Current
  • End to End integration of platforms deployment S/4HANA,ARIBA and Service Now Asset management landscape
  • Deployment of ITAM, ITSM SAM/HAM,S/4HANA & ServiceNow Integration and integrated ILMT and TADz scans
  • Process Expertise for E2E Procurement and IT Asset management and Capitalization of Assets inS/4HANA
  • Working with assigned target to sunset all legacy tools(27) and make the Platforms up and successfully deployed by Q4 2023
  • Savings of US$10.8 M as part of commitment for TSA Exit with IBM
  • Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
  • Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
  • End to End Integration planning for Data Attributes in Ariba and S/4HANA system for Assets category in Service Now
  • Asset Site-Asset Right-Asset Lite Strategy to reduce overall TCO for Accounts
  • Engaged with BIG4 consultants for Platform Deployment
  • Defining Used cases for HAM Pro and SAM Pro for ITAM solutioning
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity.
  • Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Monitored expenditures to mitigate risk of overages.

Associate Director- Transformation and Operations

IBM Innovations Pte Ltd
2017.07 - 2021.10

Leader -Process Transformation and Kaizen Team JAPAC

  • M&A engagement for US$20Bn spin off from IBM with End to End seamless transition
  • Managed AI and Cognitive Automation for 1.2 M hours with effective savings of US$20M in operations in turn driving productivity efficiency and cost avoidance
  • Managing Expense and Budget for Business to drive cost optimization for bottom line revenue impact
  • Meeting Executives and agree to drive VSMs and Bot Camps to drive automation and process simplification, and cognitive culture
  • Process Simplification,Automation and Transformation backed by Cognition and AI
  • Led teams of up to 14 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
  • Assessed risks associated with team activities and implemented appropriate procedures to mitigate potential problems.
  • Engaged analytical subject matter experts outside project teams to drive troubleshooting of critical process-related deviations and enhance process improvements.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.

Associate Director-Business ExecutionManager JAPAC

IBM Global Services Pte Ltd
2014.07 - 2017.06
  • Audit owner for JAPACfor all Operational execution to drive compliance across Quote to Cash process
  • Work on Transformation initiatives involving Process Simplification and Automation to help Business cost take out for 40M globally
  • Managing Brand prioritiesto enable business growth
  • I nnovative pre-sales support mechanismto enable Sales with more Sales Face Time
  • Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
  • Led teams of up to 25 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
  • Trained and developed department leaders and management staff for specific projects and ongoing operational needs.
  • Communicated all capacity, sourcing and technology gaps with upper management.
  • Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
  • Assessed risks associated with team activities and implemented appropriate procedures to mitigate potential problems.
  • Reviewed proposed regulatory changes and evaluated potential impacts on business operations.
  • Supported continuous process and performance improvement for manufacturing issues, robustness and compliance.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.


Group Manager-Sales Support and Bid Management

IBM India Pvt. Limited
2007.08 - 2014.06
  • Managed & Executed more than 1.2 Billion worth of signings for IBM in Deal Operations
  • Innovative concepts of Information design for Business proposals thru client journey maps and Murals
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Established strong stakeholder relationships for smooth project delivery.
  • Monitored team performance to identify productivity improvement opportunities.
  • Delegated tasks strategically and monitored progress for timely completion.
  • Improved team morale and retention through recognition and reward programs.
  • Supported staff with developing professional skills and abilities, uplifting team performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.

Senior Manager-Lead Pre Sales and Technical Market

Gilat Satellite Networks India Pvt. Limited
2000.09 - 2007.08
  • Drove target of US$500M globally with multiple wins contributing to >US$50M
  • Develop proposals for Customer's requirement/RFP & sizing the Network.
  • Prepare the Competitive Analysis; render Network Consultation and Design Solution to customers' by understanding their requirement.
  • Manage Link Sizing, Pricing & Frequency Planning for various networks to assist the sales force.
  • Conduct presentation to customers regarding the offering SWOT analysis & the key benefits
  • Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
  • Executed appropriate staffing and budgetary plans to align with business forecasts.
  • Reviewed and analyzed reports, records and directives to obtain data required for planning department activities.
  • Identified cost improvement changes and cost savings plans to increase company savings.

Senior Engineer-Hub and Network Support

Essel Shyam Communication Limited
1999.01 - 2000.08
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on mechanical equipment.
  • Trained and managed drafters, junior engineers and surveyors.
  • Delivered public presentations to provide plans and updates on projects.
  • Adhered to timelines to meet quality assurance targets.
  • Controlled project costs by approving expenditures.
  • Assessed scope and requirements to assist with project design determinations.
  • Developed and implemented proactive maintenance practices.
  • Identified needed parts to keep equipment in top operating condition.
  • Mentored and coached entry-level and junior engineers to improve talent and boost skill levels.

Engineer- Network Support and QA

Intec Automation Pvt. Ltd
1997.06 - 1998.12
  • Provided input to team lead regarding areas for process and procedural improvement.
  • Tested and analyzed equipment design and performance feasibility to determine potential ROI.
  • Performed preventative maintenance to keep tools and equipment functional.
  • Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
  • Prepared action plans for problematic processes and assets.

Education

Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics Project - Business Analytics

National University of Singapore,ISS, Singapore
2020.04 - 2021.06

Senior Management Programme - General Management

Indian Institute of Management, India
2011.09 - 2012.11

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics Technology

Nagpur University, India
1993.06 - 1997.07

Skills

    Issues resolution

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Accomplishments

  • Silicon Valley United States (SVUS) Gold Award at SFO
  • Stevies Silver Award at Singapore
  • Best of IBM-2009 & Best Individual Contributor IBM
  • Recognition by Global VP in Gilat Satellite Networks India Pvt. Limited for successfully conducting demo and winning $25M contract

Additional Information

Skills:

Procurement | Asset Management| Business Transformation | Compliance | Strategic Bid Management Leader| Sales/Presales Technical Marketing |Strategic Initiatives Leader |Business Strategy| Stakeholder Management |Consulting |CRM Approval Process|E2E Process mapping

Empowering Business success through Transformation, Process simplification and Unit Leadership

Areas of Impact

  • Accelerating Revenue Growth
  • Transition and Transformation
  • Enabling AI, Chatbots and RPA
  • Project /Programme Management
  • Aligned Business with Market demand
  • Senior Management expectation mapping
  • Agile / Garage Practices
  • Servant Leadership & Executive Relationship
  • Change Leadership
  • M&A ,Separation and Tools Segmentation
  • S/4HANA,ARIBA,SERVICE NOW Platform Understanding and Integration
  • Communication and Mentoring
  • Driving Enablement and Engagement
  • ROI oriented on anyIT investment
  • Strategic Bid Management
  • Data Driven Business Analytics
  • E2E Process Mapping and Simplification thru Blue works live and Signavio
  • Target backed with KPI
  • Hiring Brains with new technologies

§ Business cases and RFP/RFQ responses

§ Patents and Award winning teams

Software

Visio

Microsoft Office

Mails and Signavio

Certification

Blockchain Essentials

Timeline

Leadership Behavior Fast

2023-02
Director-Global Assets and Procurement IT Systems - Kyndryl Singapore Pte Ltd
2021.11 - Current
National University of Singapore,ISS - Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics Project, Business Analytics
2020.04 - 2021.06

Garage Methodology Explorer

2019-06

Agile Explorer

2018-10

AI in Business

2018-09

Servant Leadership

2018-07

Blockchain Essentials

2018-04

Agile Foundation

2018-04
Associate Director- Transformation and Operations - IBM Innovations Pte Ltd
2017.07 - 2021.10

IBM Certified Manager

2017-06
Associate Director-Business ExecutionManager JAPAC - IBM Global Services Pte Ltd
2014.07 - 2017.06
Indian Institute of Management - Senior Management Programme , General Management
2011.09 - 2012.11
Group Manager-Sales Support and Bid Management - IBM India Pvt. Limited
2007.08 - 2014.06
Senior Manager-Lead Pre Sales and Technical Market - Gilat Satellite Networks India Pvt. Limited
2000.09 - 2007.08
Senior Engineer-Hub and Network Support - Essel Shyam Communication Limited
1999.01 - 2000.08
Engineer- Network Support and QA - Intec Automation Pvt. Ltd
1997.06 - 1998.12
Nagpur University - Bachelor of Engineering, Electronics Technology
1993.06 - 1997.07
RAJAN KUMARDirector- Global CIO Leader Assets And Procurement