1. SI V A KUMAR NAIR
PR O J E C T MA N A G E R -SAP
I/402, Magnolia Enclave Phone: +919167356964
Chandivali, Mumbai, India Email: siva898@gmail.com
A Technocrat, with over 19 years of experience in ERP implementation, Project Management and IT
management for multiple domains. Currently associated as Manager –ERP & Applications (SAP
Applications, Microsoft Dynamics, Point of Sale, Software Applications, SAP Security, Member of internal
Audit team, Budget & Executive Committee) with Bombay Dyeing, Corporate Division, Mumbai.
Organized and self-motivated with demonstrated ability to handle complex responsibilities in a
demanding work environment. Possess strong Planning & analytical, problem solving skills with keen
ability to prioritize and manage resources.
Proven track record of delivering major projects in a timely, cost-effective way and ROI. Project
Management expert in all model (Onsite/Offshore & Hybrid) of AMS projects. A “Go to solution” person
for the business stake holders and connect-up with anyone within the organization to sort out high
priority issues quickly. A part of team building including talent Acquisition, Performance Management,
Coaching & Training of new Management resources.
Reporting to Head – ERP & Applications, Bombay Dyeing, Corporate Division. Looking forward for higher
responsibilities.
Areas Of Expertise
 2 End to End Implementation in SAP
 2 Rollouts, more than 5 AMS projects, Shared model as well as dedicated models in SAP
 Program/ Project Management.
 Application Development Management (Incident Management/Change Management/Requirement
Management/Vendor Management).
 Expert client relationship management.
 Domain expert in Manufacturing/Retail/Realty/FMCG
 Extensive experience in managing shared teams, Vendor management (Onsite & Offshore).
 Extensive experience in all phases of Application Management life cycle.
 Experienced in addressing and maintaining the balance between business and technology objectives.
 Noted for extraordinary leadership capabilities and ability to maximize IT team productivity, build
cohesion in pursuit of project goals, and instill teams with a strong sense of purpose and motivation.
Professional Experience
WADIA GROUP, MUMBAI, INDIA 2011 –
CURRENT
PROJECT MANAGER – SAP
 Program/ Project Management (Team size over 30).
 Application Support Management (Incident Management/Change Management/Requirement
Management/Vendor Management).
 New Project end to end implementation.
 Expert Partner relationship management.
 Domain expert in Manufacturing/Retail/Realty.
 Extensive experience in managing shared teams (Onsite & Offshore).
 Extensive experience in all phases of Application Management life cycle.
 Experienced in addressing and maintaining the balance between business and technology objectives.

2.  Noted for extraordinary leadership capabilities and ability to maximize IT team productivity, build
cohesion in pursuit of project goals, and instil teams with a strong sense of purpose and motivation.
 Expert in selecting best & cost effective Application software, support partners and best suitable models
for better ROI (Return of Investment).
 Accountable for legal/License Management of software including SAP, Microsoft Dynamics and other
Software.
 Suggesting latest & relevant technologies & upgrades to top Management for the benefit of organization.
 Deadline oriented implementation thus saving cost to the Organization.
 Organizational Change Management successfully completed establishing common /shared IT structure
from independent IT structures. Thus saving huge cost to the company and from person oriented
operations to process oriented operation for entire IT.
 Expert in preparing RFP’s, evaluation of deals for AMS contracts and closure of the same.
 Expert in negotiations to conclusion with cost effective and great ROI.
 Responsible for closure for Audit recommendations & Controls.
 Lead Enterprise automation and process assessment with SAP India without any cost.
 Lead Process harmonization with IBM India.
 Accountable for Delivery & Support of SAP AMS project for Wadia Group. The domains include
manufacturing, realty & aviation. Single point of contact for SAP SD, PS & WM module.
 Heading SAP Security team
 Responsible for review & implement internal AMS process.
 Manage finances including budgeting and forecasting for SAP AMS (Annual budget of INR 15MN).
 Manage and lead team of 30+ Functional consultants, Developers & Technical consultants.
 Designed internal tool for change management.
 Implemented centralized SOLMAN for 4 SAP instances.
 Mentor and train team members and management on organizational objectives and high level projects
ensuring customer and organizational satisfaction is top priority.
Noted Achievements:
 Expert in Manufacturing, Retail and Supply Chain modules like SD, MM, PP, QM, WM
 Hands on in Realty & Finance modules line PS, ReFx, FI, CO
 Expert in Application integrations using FTP, IPSwitch, Magic between SAP & Microsoft Dynamics, SAP &
INFOR, SAP & SCADA. Designed & Managed team for all interfaces
 Hands on in business intelligence tools like BI
 Hands on in Enterprise Portals, Solution Manager & Point of Sale systems, Salesforce, Mobile Apps
 Expert in Microsoft Dynamics Ax ERP & Custom built web applications
 Lead the team for IBM i-series Server Migration from V5R4 to V7R1in P720 server. Designed the IBM i-
series for server hosting for first time in India.
 Lead the team for SAP upgrade from ECC 5.0 to ECC 6.0 EHP7 as a pre-requisite for GST implementation
 Application Maintenance Service Management (Incident Management / Change Management /
Requirement Management) in Solution Manager (SOLMAN)
 Defining SLA for various AMS as per the business processes and establishing the same in SOLMAN (tool
from SAP for AMS management)
 Lead process revamp for SCM & internal SAP AMS process in line with ITIL.
 Lead Warehouse Management implementation. Established WM as the standard platform for delivery
with Barcode printing & scanning and integrated to SAP.
 Established Application development Center of Excellence for SAP AMS services.
 Established flexible onsite/offshore model to deliver projects cost effectively.
 Managed SAP Migration from IBM AS400 I550-570 to IBM P720 series Version V7R1M0.
 Project Authorization revamp done as per Audit recommendations for conflict of SODs.
COLLABERA, TRIVANDRUM, INDIA 2006 – 2011
(EARLIER OPTIBIZ, IVL INDIA, GCI LTD & NOW BRILLIO INDIA PVT LTD)
ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER
 Established SAP AMS Service vertical for IVL India Pvt Ltd.
 Lead project team for process development & template establishment
 Part of internal Audit team
 Lead SAP AMS certification from SAP

3.  Manage and oversee SAP AMS services.
 Expert in shared service support model.
 Presales of SAP AMS project
 Foster partnerships with customers (SAP Arabia, Coca Cola Middle East, Overseas Infrastructure Alliance,
Mumbai (OIA), INCAP Electronics Manufacturing, Bangalore, Lincoln Electrics India, Chennai, Perfette
Van Melle India) regarding technology and equipment, negotiating contracts, monitoring expenditures
and reducing operating costs to increase revenues.
 Manage and lead a team of 30+ Functional consultants, Developers, and Technical consultants.
Noted Achievements:
 Successfully implemented SAP for Coca cola Middle East– a 9 month project. Successfully led a cross-
functional SAP team and a strategic external consulting partner (SAP Arabia) in planning and executing
the complex build out which was completed on time and under budget.
 Awarded Best Performer for successful certification and implementation SAP AMS from SAP AG.
ATOS ORIGIN, MUMBAI, INDIA 2001 –
2006
PROJECT LEAD
 Led the Team for E-Matrix PLM implementation & support for Philips Semiconductors Netherlands.
 Defined and initiated multiple application development projects and issued regular status reports to
senior management.
 Version upgrade for E-Matrix PLM.
 Responsible and accountable for partner, customer relationship, and finance project management.
 Project Management during EMEA timings
Noted Achievements:
 Streamlined 24X7 support for E-matrix PLM project.
 Awarded Best Performer for Asia Pacific from Atos Origin.
TEAM LEAD
 Led the Team for TIBCO interface support for Procter & Gamble, Global 24X7.
 Lead the development team for text based adapters in TIBCO
 Responsible and accountable for partner, customer relationship, and finance project management.
Noted Achievements:
 Streamlined 24X7 support for TIBCO project.
 Best Performing Award for project in terms of revenue & project timeline.
ORIGIN, MUMBAI, INDIA 1996 –
2000
TEAM LEAD
 Support Legacy AS400 system ERP for Proctor & Gamble Asia Pacific.
 Managed support for TIBCO for Proctor & Gamble Global.
 Managed integration team for migration from AS400 legacy system to SAP.
 Introduced and demonstrated 24 X 7 support from offshore model.
.Noted Achievements:
 Successfully integrated As400 with SAP for India, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia & Korea.
 Awarded Best Performer for 2 years.
EducatioN & TRAINING
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING, Madurai Kamaraj University, Tamil Nadu, India, 1993.
ITIL V3 Foundation Certified.

4. PMP certification training program completed.
Various organizational trainings completed.
1. SAP SD certificate training
2. TIBCO training
3. EMatrix PLM training
4. Order Shipping & Billing (OSB) & Distribution Requirement Planning (DRP) from P&G
5. Soft Skills training
6. Training in effective Communication