Jan 2023 – Apr 2024 · 1 yr 3 mos · United Kingdom · Hybrid

• Leading and Creating End to End Visualization for all types of Clinical Studies within the Global Clinical Supply Chain ecosystem and identifying Optimisation using Design thinking (UX/UI)in an agile and iterative manner. Partnering with senior stakeholders, subject matter experts representing the global units and partners to
• create a framework that captures the evolving needs of the business units and optimisation targets

Dec 2021 – Mar 2023 · 1 yr 3 mos

• Accelerated SAFe transformation by partnering with guiding coalition, LACE team, and ART members to orchestrate optimal structures and provide relentless coaching on scrum values.
• Led innovation workshops to adopt visualization technology for Product Life Cycle Management (PSCLM) cost optimization solutions. Created Meaningful Product Backlogs. Co-Created Agile Organization Structure with relevant stakeholders.
• Co-created strategic AI agentic initiatives resulting in double-digit cost savings and designed a location-based visualization tool for engineers.

Dec 2021 – Jan 2023 · 1 yr 1 mo

Feb 2020 – Jan 2021 · 11 mos · United Kingdom

• Business Development, Land and Expand and Engagement / Delivery
• Spearheaded the digital transformation and established the Cloud First Strategy foundations for EDF's new nuclear build, co-developing the New IT Target Operating Model and Architecture to support legacy systems, greenfield projects, and bimodal transformation initiatives.
• Activated essential cloud-first capabilities on Azure, deploying critical applications like Oracle Primavera for scheduling, Costs for estimating, Dassault Digital Twin for simulation, SolidWorks, PLM, and other key systems.
• Implemented a common data environment for 150 partners in the Engineering & Construction Pre-FID phase. Led the ERP discovery process assessing SAP,S4/HANA,IFS and DYNAMICS securing approval for the implementation plan and budget for S/4HANA, with a focus on enhancing financial capabilities including Tax (Direct/Indirect), VAT returns, Treasury, Cash Management, FX risk management, and investments.
• Optimized Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) in procurement processes by leveraging replication strategies, ensuring value realization and driving innovation.
• Led EDF's Enterprise IT response to COVID-19, enabling 25,500 employees to transition to remote work within 3.5 weeks. Coached the IT leadership team on distributed agile methodologies.
• Directed the ELMS discovery and "Fit 4 Future" solution/vendor sourcing program for EDF Workforce

Jan 2020 – Jan 2023 · 3 yrs

• Led Infosys Consulting’s Enterprise Level Transformations in Agile, SAFe, and DevOps practice, driving enhanced client responsiveness and achieving 20–50% cost savings across sectors such as Automotive, Financial Services, Utilities, and Life Sciences. Successfully led multiple RFPs, orals, and engagements, managing teams of 8 Associate Partners to deliver comprehensive transformations in PLM, ERP, and Logistics. Integrated GenAI, RPA, data mesh, and NextGen AI solutions for manufacturing and supply chain optimization. Trained and coached team members on digital twins and Industry 4.0 offerings, contributing over $300 million in referred revenues for the billion-dollar retail, energy, and life sciences practices while consistently meeting and exceeding personal targets in excess of circa 4 million and showcasing successful use cases for all three years.

Jan 2020 – Jan 2023 · 3 yrs

Oct 2018 – Jan 2020 · 1 yr 3 mos

• Cloud First Initiatives , Organizational Change Management. Digital Adoption for Cloud. Microsoft Azure Gold Partner, Professional Services New Signature.

Oct 2016 – Oct 2018 · 2 yrs

• Led the transformation of Cornerstone LMS in BP's EMEA and Asia regions, enhancing instructional design and implementing a new Global Target Operating Model.
• Spearheaded the adoption of Global Cloud First Approach (IaaS PaaS SaaS) , driving digital innovation and efficiency across the organization.
• Managed the implementation of a new operating model in the Eastern Hemisphere, including Azerbaijan and Malaysia, to streamline processes and enhance collaboration.

Oct 2018 – Jan 2020 · 1 yr 3 mos · London, United Kingdom

Apr 2017 – Mar 2023 · 5 yrs 11 mos · London, United Kingdom

• Leading and Facilitating thought leadership forums for CISO's , CIO's CTO's CEO'S and HRD'S for Cyber-security, GDPR Compliance , RPA ( Chatbots), Agentic AI, prompt engineering, MLops, creating Fit for purpose agile approach and Leading governance and operational readiness for Digital Transformation

Jun 2015 – Sep 2016 · 1 yr 3 mos · London

• Driving business development and thought leadership for Babcock
• Developed a Apprenticeship Value proposition framework for Babcock Skills & Learning as a thought leader in Fashion, Retail, Automobile and Hospitality sectors.
• Collaborated with HR Directors, Learning and Development/ Organisational Design Directors, and CxO’s to drive innovative workforce planning strategies to develop talent at grassroots. Presented Thought leadership on Apprenticeship Levy.
• Led the creation of an outsourced learning centre for London Fire Brigade with immersive learning facilities. Presented thought Leadership on Secure connected infrastructure for Autonomous Vehicles in the UK.

Mar 2015 – Jun 2015 · 3 mos · Richmond UK & Cairo, Egypt Africa · Hybrid

• Led the transformation Programme at Sabre Airline Solutions, engaging change champions across 8 key work streams spanning client aviation operations to drive go to market, change and turn around with agreed KPIs for growth accelerators ( e-commerce)
• Designed a Performance Management framework by benchmarking with leading airlines in the region, addressing cultural aspects of change.
• Set up Governance framework to lead the transformation Programme, prioritized recommendations for organizational Design, Comp & Ben policies (e.g. Employee Travel Policy) , Operating model, Learning and Development and HRIS like Success factors.

Oct 2012 – Mar 2015 · 2 yrs 5 mos · Berkshire, United Kingdom

• Online Enterprise Software as a Solution for Travel & Expense Management. Building Strategic Alliances and Partnerships. Sales, Client Engagement and Business Development.
• Advocating and Raising Awareness on Cloud Adoption, Innovation and ISV's to save costs and Leading forums on awareness of Acubiz as a SaaS.
• Simplify IT & Business processes.
• Ensuring Total Customer Experience from enquiry to Go Live.
• Overseeing, Commercial, Legal and Operational activities .

May 2012 – Feb 2014 · 1 yr 9 mos · Berkshire · On-site

• Led a consulting firm specializing in HRIS systems, organization change management, and organizational design, delivering impactful solutions for clients such as Egypt Air and Vodafone.
• Directed transformation programs emphasizing knowledge transfer, conflict resolution, and continuous improvement across diverse industries.
• Supported SMEs in IPO preparation, exit strategies, and creating matrix structures and virtual teams to effectively embed organizational change.
• Delivered operational target operating models, turnaround strategies, and cash injections for companies including Petards Joyce Loebl, Guidance Navigation Systems, and Dialog Semiconductors.
• Led ERP discovery, selection, and the Oracle Fusion implementation at Cobham, coupled with post-merger restructuring and execution strategies.
• At Sodexo, spearheaded the GDPR compliance drive and established Agile squads, aligning efforts with 17 global VPs to craft a go-to-market value proposition for universities across the Americas, leveraging innovation and ideation sessions.
• Championed enterprise transformation by aligning processes, technology, and talent to deliver sustainable, long-term growth.

Feb 2011 – Apr 2012 · 1 yr 2 mos · EMEA

• HR Transformation and Payroll harmonization of nine (9) disparate payrolls for the Getinge Group in UK&I via a new provider ADP with collaborative buy in from Maquet and Getinge Infection Control and close partnership with Finance. Pension Harmonization for the Getinge group.
• Piloting Employee engagement Survey –The Voice of ArjoHuntleigh for Getinge group In UK & Canada with innovative energizing engagement workshops for “Start” “Stop” “Continue” action plans for continuous improvement and integration post merger.
• Commercial Excellence (Transformation) for Sales, Operations and Support functions
• Introducing cost savings initiatives in supply chain operations and consolidation of number of depots
• Significant changes to recruitment strategy, introduction of online application process for external candidates and recruitment of several key employees on favourable terms. Introducing a company Reward & Recognition programme for Talent retention.
• Building the ER capability to resolve 145 Employee relations cases both across the group including whistle blowing and fraud Investigations.
• Leading ArjoHuntleigh House move and communication plan engagement for road shows
• Getinge group wide Annual Training Calendar, 360 degree feedback process, Designing Leadership Programme for senior Executives in conjunction with Copenhagen University.

Dec 2009 – Jan 2011 · 1 yr 1 mo · SAP Organisation Restructure , Employee Engagement, Coaching , Reward Recogntion · On-site

• Led European regionalization and implemented a consolidated Target Operating Model for 12 operating companies, resulting in a 5.1% growth and significant cost savings- Including ERP Programme Management.
• Oversaw organizational transformation, including gap analysis, organizational design, capability building, and cultural change.
• Recruited critical roles for e-commerce and market optimization, advising leadership on optimizing workforce size to align with business needs. Leading shift from a 8 million per year paper based catalogues to e-commerce based customer engagement. Lead SAP workstream for O2C across European countries.

Jun 2007 – Nov 2009 · 2 yrs 5 mos

• Led the rollout of Motiv8, an integrated comp & ben, talent panel, succession planning, and performance appraisal platform at DHL.
• Implemented first choice engagement strategies for leadership development, Authentic Leadership workshops for Executives, talent management, and employee engagement.
• Achieved significant improvements in employee satisfaction and retention rates through innovative HR initiatives.

Jun 2007 – Oct 2009 · 2 yrs 4 mos

• Established an integrated framework (Motiv8) for talent management, leadership development, performance review, and succession planning to drive transformation and promote consolidation of shared services for 50,000 employees
• Partnered with international business leaders on development of engagement survey for 150,000 employees across the Logistics Division as part of First Choice change program.
• Designed and delivered leadership development programs (e-MBA, international business, innovation) for the top 5,500 business leaders across the group in collaboration with HRBP teams.

Apr 1998 – Jun 2007 · 9 yrs 2 mos · London Area, United Kingdom

• Business Development Presales, Thought Leadership, L&D, OD , HR
• Co-created and successfully led initiatives for Strategy and CEO’s office like Total Customer Experience, Total Employee Experience, Leading people for Results, Strategic Thinking, Voice of the Workforce.
• Instructional Design, Facilitation and Training Delivery for more than 5000 senior leadership executives
• Delivery lead for successful pre-sales to execution of global consulting and managed services deals for Business Critical Recovery Services and Data centres for clients like Credit Suisse, Bank of Ireland, P&G , CERN etc.
• Managed 300+ channel partners for E2E product lifecycle management ( New Product Introduction, Certifications )
• Delivering innovation workshops at HP Bristol labs
• Founding member of coaching and mentoring network at HP and various domain specific CoP and CoE

Sep 1996 – Mar 1998 · 1 yr 6 mos · On-site

• Led Sales & Operations Planning cycle, optimizing resources through collaboration with CMOs to improve OTIF rates.
• Specialized in aligning stakeholders, ensuring compliance, and delivering measurable results from molecule development to drug administration.
• Setting up R&D in Goa, Onboarding Vendors , Sourcing and Budgeting

Jun 1995 – Sep 1996 · 1 yr 3 mos

• Key Achievements: I worked on building one of the first call centres in India
• Part of the founding team for the start up Project for Samsung mobile communications in India. The project role was primarily implementation focussed, as the technical, market and operational feasibility reports were all in place when I Joined
• Negotiated contracts with building societies to install transmitters in Mumbai (launch city)
• Channel partner Recruitment and Training.
• Recruitment of 300 call centre personnel within six months & Setting up standards for response centre personnel and escalation processes.
• Led the Recruitment of circa 1000 resources

Jun 1992 – Jun 1995 · 3 yrs · Mumbai India

• Feasibility study and successful launch of Tata Database Services with enterprise level client acquisitions