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Vaishnavi Kumar

Stockholm

Summary

Strategic, results-driven SAP Master Data Lead and Program Manager with extensive experience in the development and implementation of master data programs, data lifecycle management, and SAP ISU and CRM systems. Proven success in managing complex migrations from concept to rollout, including transitions to S/4 HANA for EWM and TM.

Passionate about data, with hands-on experience in implementing Data Mesh architecture for AI and insights on Google Cloud Platform, contributing to significant cost savings and operational improvements.

Empathetic and inspiring communicator adept at building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, managing vendors, and overseeing product management initiatives. Fluent in liaising among cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment and maximize the impact of each initiative.

Expert in applying Agile/SaFe methodologies, leading cross-functional teams, and driving continuous improvement to deliver business value. Fluent in English and experienced in navigating international environments.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Master Data Manager

Apex Systems
10.2015 - Current
  • Supervise a team of 5 master data specialists and formalize master data management
  • Spearheaded change management processes to maintain purchase orders and items reducing error rate to less than 1%
  • Automated processes for external communication without EDI. Implementation resulted in automation of over 30,000 transactions a year.
  • Formalized vendor management process, creating and maintaining over 3000 vendors a year.
  • Transferred replenishment orders ownership from merchandise planner to master data team giving back 20% time saving to creative teams.
  • Populated DAM solution with over 25000 images to provide a picture library of present and past product and marketing campaigns

Senior Business Analyst

Wolters Kluwer
10.2013 - 10.2015
  • Managed internationalization project for Bath and Body works, implemented new multi-brand single source and international 3PL distribution centers
  • Supported core brands sourcing, procurement and DC to store processes and operations processes  
  • Participated in archiving, solution manger, supply chain visibility and supplier network collaboration projects

Senior Business Analyst

Aetna Inc.
01.2011 - 10.2013
  • Automated multi-country and channel pricing and mark downs
  • Supported merchandising, planning and allocation teams (over 200 End users)
  • Managed and maintained configuration on SAP for MM & SD implementations
  • Create technical and functional change request documents for changes to core software used by business users 
  • Managed testing and conversion including UAT, QA, end user training and knowledge transfer sessions

Supply Chain Business Analyst

Adidas
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Supported SAP Supply Chain processes such as Logistics & Transportation, Compliance, Trade Management, Warehousing and Optimization
  • Participated in 2 internships programs in Supply Chain

Education

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

Missouri University of Science and Technology (UMR/MS&T)
Rolla, MO
2009

Skills

  • People management
  • Task delegation
  • Natural leader
  • Master Data Management
  • SAP Retail, Material Management, Sales and Distribution, Pricing and promotions, EM, WM, LE, SNC, GTS, SAP MDG, SAP CRM, SAP ISU, SAP S/4 HANA
  • Purchasing and procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, Customer, Warehouses, Business Operations
  • Assortment Planning and BI reporting (SAP)
  • Agile/SaFe Methodology
  • Project management
  • MS Office, Confluence, JIRA, MIRO
  • Continuous Process improvement
  • Cost reduction strategies
  • Performance evaluations & metrics
  • Automation, mass update and testing
  • Stakeholder Communication
  • Metadata Management
  • Data Governance Expertise
  • Data Migration Strategies
  • Change Management Expertise
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Attention to Detail
  • Effective Communication
  • Active Listening
  • Professional Demeanor

Timeline

Master Data Manager

Apex Systems
10.2015 - Current

Senior Business Analyst

Wolters Kluwer
10.2013 - 10.2015

Senior Business Analyst

Aetna Inc.
01.2011 - 10.2013

Supply Chain Business Analyst

Adidas
01.2009 - 01.2011

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

Missouri University of Science and Technology (UMR/MS&T)

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