Amit Agarwal

Associate Partner

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India23 yrs 3 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Over 15 years of IT experience in the retail sector.
  • Led large-scale IT infrastructure projects across multiple locations.
  • Expert in IT governance and operations management.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned IT leader in the retail sector, specializing in infrastructure and operations management.

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Skills

Core Skills

It InfrastructureIt GovernanceProject ManagementIt ManagementNetworkingSap Implementation

Other Skills

OperationsInformation SecurityDesigning & ImplementationManagement SystemsTechnical SupportProject ExecutionTeam ManagementBudgetingCloudMobilityRetail IT systemsPOSBackend systemsDatabase ManagementSystem Operations

About

Seasoned IT Professional with more than 15 years of experience in Retail industry with specialization in IT Infrastructure, Operations, Information Security and IT Governance. Responsible for the design, development, release and maintenance of technology systems and services for all business functions also responsible to focus on the "grow" and "transform" aspects of IT, through working with customers, building strong relationships with senior management and key stakeholders, driving innovation and differentiated IT strategy, and improving the business value of IT. Key Skills: IT Infrastructure, Retail Applications Management, Data Center, cloud, SAS, Networking, Network Security, Information Security, Designing & Implementation and Management Systems, Technical Support, Project Execution Team Management, Budgeting and IT Governance Proficiency in managing configuration, maintenance, migrations of large scale IT systems and application software & hardware devices with a focus on systems / network administration including diverse networking set-ups. Managed large team and subject matter experts (20+) capable of handling large infra and landscape of 50+ applications. Handled large projects like setup of country IT infrastructure (cloud, mobility) and applications delivery and support (Retail IT systems, POS, Back end (inventory/merchandise systems). Complete setup of large format retail and wholesale store from IT infrastructure and application perspective. Planning and analysis of entire IT operations along with establishing of short / long term plans and budgets for the preparation of IT blueprint for the organization. Providing end to end management of programs/ multiple projects from conceptualization and visualization to technology mapping and final execution of projects. Interfacing with onsite/ offsite teams for business requirements gathering, conducting analysis and finalizing techno-functional specifications and service delivery

Experience

23 yrs 3 mos
Total Experience
11 yrs 7 mos
Average Tenure
18 yrs 4 mos
Current Experience

Wal-mart india

Associate Director

Dec 2007Present · 18 yrs 4 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

  • Responsible for Infrastructure Engineering, Design & Architecture, capacity planning and Service operation to ensure the efficient, scalable, reliable and secure operations of the organizations technology for all business units. Leading the architecture, design, and integration of computing systems and Infrastructure components
  • Conducts in country information technology planning by consulting with internal staff to identify and prioritize the information technology needs of the organization. Develops, coordinates, guides and maintains IT systems strategic and operational plans in support of the Global organization’s strategic plan.
  • Provides guidance and leadership on evaluation, selection, implementation and maintenance of the organization’s information systems by evaluating alternatives, performing appropriate cost benefit analysis and recommending solutions that balance cost and acceptable risks.
  • Managing the day to day Infrastructure and IT operations support services in the Market. Leading the Implementation of Global Infrastructure initiative to support the market needs and technology modernization.
  • Lead the IT Operations and Engineering functions of network communication, database systems, Server Engineering, Management and monitoring services in addition to providing the technology foundation for the company’s enterprise business systems and applications
  • Ensure a stable computing environment that provides stability, reliability and appropriate redundancy.
  • Proactively implement new tools and technology solutions for current business opportunities, new business initiatives and keep abreast of new and emerging technologies and their impact on the enterprise architecture.
  • Communicates IT plans, policies and technology trends throughout the organization and promotes and oversee
IT InfrastructureOperationsInformation SecurityIT GovernanceDesigning & ImplementationManagement Systems+4

Big bazaar - future retail

Asst manager - IT

Jan 2003Dec 2007 · 4 yrs 11 mos · Gurgaon, India

  • Managing a team of 65, IT process owner for new projects in the zone.
  • Responsible for structuring and establishing system operations in the North Zone
  • Process owner for the In-house software REM (Retail Enterprise Manager)
  • Have been responsible for implementing SAP across the zone. Train the IT admin to impart the SAP Basics in their respective stores.
  • Planning and establishing the system process and operations for 75 stores in the North zone. Recruit IT personnel for the zone and train.
  • Administer the complete networking of systems, has an experience of handing 2500 machines and 300 servers across the zone.
  • Ensure effective functioning of MS Exchange by providing timely solutions for troubleshooters.
  • Responsible for the IN-HOUSE SOFTWARE BUILT in PROGRESS 9.1D, creating and maintaining the database and make the necessary modifications in the software through PROGRESS CLIENT.
  • Meticulous maintenance scheduled backups of the database for the current business process, fine tuning the database and updating the database with latest information is my key responsible area.
  • Fore planning the IT infrastructure for the zone and ensure timely procurement and deployment.
IT ManagementNetworkingSAP ImplementationDatabase ManagementSystem OperationsTeam Management

Education

IIMM Pune

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) — Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology

Jan 2000Jan 2002

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