Sandy Sankara

CEO

Richmond, Virginia, United States19 yrs 8 mos experience
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Key Highlights

  • Drove $10M in annual savings through strategic technology initiatives.
  • Delivered 50+ ERP and APP projects with high client satisfaction.
  • Built a diverse global team of 1,300+ professionals.
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Skills

Core Skills

ErpSapCost Management

Other Skills

Entrepreneurial mindsetProblem SolvingGlobal DeliverySAP S/4HANAAIDigital BusinessP&L ManagementGo-to-Market strategiesAdvising ClientsGlobal ASAP methodologySAP Materials Management (SAP MM)SAP MMSAP SDExecutive TeamStrategic Leadership

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As a strategic technology partner to C-suite executives, I drive $10M in annual savings. My leadership in disruptive technologies like Enterprise AI, SAP Products, and Applications Modernization, etc. has increased profitability by 23% in two years. By empowering employees and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, I’ve built a diverse team of 1,300+ across five continents and delivered 50+ ERP and APP projects with a Net Promoter Score above 80 with <5% cost deviation & >95% on-time delivery. •Enterprise Technology Optimization: Led strategic transformation initiatives that yielded in annual cost savings in Millions and drove $60M increase recurring annual revenue. Utilized cutting-edge AI, Cloud, IT/OT integration, and SAP S/4HANA applications to optimize enterprise-level operations, modernize infra, and scale global digital transformation efforts. •Global Transformation Thought Leadership: Recognized for shaping thought leadership initiatives in AI, Cloud, and SAP S/4HANA at global industry forums. Drove brand awareness and positioned the company as a leader within competitive technology ecosystems. Fostered internal change by streamlining workflows, optimizing business processes, and delivering high-performing COE. •Vendor Management & COE Development: Led high-stakes vendor negotiations and management, securing cost-effective Managed Service Providers (MSP) while enhancing vendor relationships. Established and scaled SAP COEs across 5 continents, delivering best-in-class solutions that minimized TCO and accelerated enterprise digital transformation. •Global Workforce Leadership & Development: Directed and developed a global team of 1,300+ professionals across 5 continents, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Achieved a 20% reduction in resource costs through strategic workforce planning and talent retention initiatives across geographies, including the US, India, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Romania, Poland, UK, Philippines, China & Germany, etc. •Program & Project Delivery Excellence: Successfully delivered over 50 large-scale ERP- SAP, and App Modernization projects, leveraging expertise in SAP S/4HANA & ERP systems. Maintained a NPS >80 by enhancing client engagement, aligning IT solutions with business goals, and driving high operational efficiency. •Revenue Growth and Strategic P&L Mngmt: Achieved 4x growth in key service lines (ES, SAP Services, and Smart Apps) over three years through innovative delivery models, increased cross-functional collaboration, and improved operational workflows.

Experience

Stefanini north america and apac

2 roles

Vice President Enterprise APPS -ERP Services

Promoted

Oct 2021Present · 4 yrs 5 mos · Remote

  • Spearheaded full revenue portfolio spanning ERP, SAP AI, Cloud Transformation, Procurement-Ariba & Coupa, HR-WD, PS & SF & SCM, MES, and SAP COE. Managed 15 direct reports and a global team of 1,300+ professionals across 5 continents, driving comprehensive service delivery and innovation.
  • Delivered automation-driven cost savings of 20-90% across service lines, while maintaining a Net Promoter Score (NPS) above 80. Implemented strategic initiatives to drive efficiency and enhance customer satisfaction across diverse global operations.
  • Established a Global Center of Excellence (COE), recruiting and onboarding 300+ new staff across key locations including Brazil, Romania, Mexico, Poland, Germany, and the US. Launched a Smart Digital Manufacturing practice and an AI-powered Application Modernization division to deliver cutting-edge enterprise solutions.
  • Developed new practice lines for leveraging Generative LLM technology to drive innovation and operational efficiency across SAP, Infrastructure Services, Digital Workplace (DWP), and Smart Applications, positioning the company as a leader in Enterprise AI solutions.
  • Achieved a remarkable increase in Enterprise Services EBITDA, growing from $900K in 2020 to $6.3M in 2023, with a projected rise to $7.4M in 2024. Simultaneously reduced management costs by 10.3%, streamlining operations and boosting profitability.
  • Delivered significant EBITDA growth in SAP services from $1.1M in 2020 to $4.3M in 2023. Increased EBITDA for non-SAP services from $690K to $1.2M, on track to reach $1.6M by 2024 through strategic expansion and process optimization.
  • Cultivated strategic partnerships with 75 key accounts, contributing over 20% of company revenue. Led hundreds of concurrent digital transformation projects across the US, LATAM, and EMEA, ensuring client success through hands-on leadership and effective coordination of global teams across The Philippines, Brazil, Mexico, Germany, Romania, and India.
Entrepreneurial mindsetProblem SolvingERPSAP

ERP SAP Practice Director

Jan 2018Oct 2021 · 3 yrs 9 mos · Remote

  • Promoted to lead the company’s SAP division, growing the business 5X from $2M to $10M over a three-year period. Improved profit margins from low single digits to approximately 20% by implementing innovative ERP solutions and strategic management practices.
  • Directed a geographically diverse team of 150+ FTEs across North America and APAC. Spearheaded Pre-Sales, Go-to-Market strategies, Solutions Delivery, and Resource Management to ensure efficient and high-impact project execution across multiple regions.
  • Served as a trusted advisor to top manufacturing clients, leveraging industrial engineering expertise to deliver SAP solutions that transformed business operations. Enabled significant improvements in client productivity, profitability, quality, and efficiency, driving large-scale business transformations.
  • Played a pivotal role in securing deals valued at $100M+, developing compelling value propositions for clients across all phases of the SAP technology lifecycle, including business value engineering, customer engagement, and end-to-end solution delivery.
  • Represented the company at high-profile industry events, driving thought leadership and innovation around key technologies like S4HANA, IoT, Predictive Analytics, AI & Automation, Cloud Transformation (AWS, Azure, HEC), and SAP VAR. Championed digital transformation initiatives that aligned with emerging market trends and client needs.
P&L ManagementProblem SolvingSAPERP

Stefanini

ERP SAP Sr. Delivery Manager

Jul 2010Dec 2017 · 7 yrs 5 mos · Richmond, Virginia Area · On-site

  • Initially appointed to lead a $2M SAP practice portfolio, driving integrated service desk development for Level 1.5 SOLMAN with BPM. Delivered best-practice RDS solutions for S/4 HANA, SLIS, and in-house AI platform integration with SAP to optimize client business processes.
  • Held full P&L responsibility for SAP projects, utilizing Global ASAP methodology and RUNSAP quality processes. Achieved a 9/10 average customer satisfaction rating and maintained superior staff engagement and retention across all regions.
  • Managed overall costs for the North America and APAC regions, developing a novel resource redeployment strategy that saved $4M+ through cross-training and redeployment across delivery centers.
  • Built and sustained CxO-level relationships across diverse customer verticals, including prominent clients such as Amcor, Aecon, MWV, Invista, BioRad, Ford, TRW, and Federal Moghul. Delivered customized SAP solutions, driving business transformation and long-term client satisfaction.
  • Provided expert pre-sales support, including proposal development, RFP response, and SOW/MSA creation. Proactively monitored market trends and emerging client needs, aligning SAP offerings with evolving business opportunities to fuel growth and expansion.
Problem SolvingAdvising ClientsSAPERP

Cxi

ERP SAP Platinum Consultant

Jan 2006Jan 2010 · 4 yrs · Richmond, Virginia, United States · On-site

  • ●Engineered a pivotal Oracle-to-SAP transformation for Alcatel-Lucent’s China Development Center, driving significant system enhancements and integration.
  • ●Led a comprehensive E2E implementation for Keystone Drill Services, deploying seven SAP modules (SD, MM, PP, PM, CS, FI, CO) and optimizing operational efficiency.
  • ●Consulted on high-impact projects for diverse clients including Newmarket Corporation, Performance Fibers, and MWV-Westrock, enhancing IT systems and business processes.
  • ●Supported various industries, from High Tech and Consumer Goods to Automotive and Chemicals, applying deep SAP expertise to deliver value-driven solutions.
SAP Materials Management (SAP MM)Problem SolvingSAPERP

Education

Louisiana Tech University

Master of Science - MS — Industrial Engineering

KL University

Bachelors — Industrial and Production Engineering

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