Nagarjuna Varikoti

• Led multimillion-dollar complex business and digital transformation programs for leading companies.
• Worked closely with CxO management teams to plan, develop and execute technical strategies aligned to client's vision.
• Optimized IT program efficiency by implementing Agile methodologies and streamlining project management processes.
• Recommended process improvements that led to significant cost savings across various IT programs.

• Led high-performing team of 10 Data Scientists and AI/ML specialists, enhancing product capabilities by 20%.
• Spearheaded AI/ML-based product development initiatives, utilizing advanced technologies like LLM/NLP, Generative AI, and Computer Vision.
• Evaluated emerging technologies, staying ahead of industry trends to maintain competitive edge. Led strategic initiatives to enhance product offerings. Directed complex product development and embraced macro and micro-level decision-making.

Managed business-critical programs for prominent clients.

North America's premier specialty chemicals manufacturer:
• Directed a $5M project, collaborating with CxO management to align technical strategies with business objectives, achieving a 20% increase in company efficiency.
• Streamlined and automated manufacturing processes, achieving full regulatory compliance and significant cost savings across IT programs.
• Led cross-functional teams in developing innovative solutions to complex business challenges.

WestPharma, a leading medical device manufacturing company:
• Spearheaded global finance and accounting compliance system rollout across 10 countries, ensuring standards adherence and enhancing financial reporting accuracy.
• Achieved a 30% reduction in process gaps through proactive engagement, driving operational efficiency and cost reduction.
• Optimized issue resolution and testing timelines, resulting in a 20% decrease in project completion time and improved project performance.

• Aligned IT initiatives with CEO's vision, establishing an innovation hub and overseeing a 30+ member team in developing cutting-edge financial compliance solutions.
• Fostered collaborative relationships with key industry partners, expanding market reach by 45%.
• Consistently delivered high-quality products, enhancing company reputation and exceeding customer expectations.
• Drove revenue growth through strategic market expansion and trend capitalization.
• Utilized professional networks to strengthen client relationships and support revenue goals.
• Led cross-functional teams in successful product launches, meeting deadlines and budgets.

• Member of the Technology Strategy & Portfolio Management leadership team, shaping solutions by leveraging market trends.
• Directed SAP programs for 8 global clients, managing 200+ cross-functional teams and a $100M budget.
• Led marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and market share in competitive industries.
• Established strong stakeholder relationships to promote collaboration and long-term success.
• Launched new products through comprehensive market research and tailored offerings.
• Implemented ITIL best practices, achieving CMMI-5 certification and surpassing industry benchmarks.
• Optimized corporate IT infrastructure for enhanced efficiency and uninterrupted operations.
• Ensured regulatory compliance through robust internal controls and proactive monitoring.
• Enhanced customer experience through service improvement initiatives.

• Implemented data solutions and revamped data management processes with robust architectures
• Achieved a 30% improvement in data accuracy, leading to a 15% increase in operational efficiency and organizational effectiveness.

• Designed and implemented data models for leading companies to meet complex analysis needs.
• Founded a successful business by identifying market needs and delivering innovative solutions.
• Fostered key partnerships with industry leaders, enhancing market presence and growth.
• Achieved $2M revenue growth through contract acquisition and strategic SAP integration partnerships.
• Established an offshore development center, reducing project costs by 40% and optimizing resource utilization for improved profitability.

• Identified improvement opportunities through system analysis and proposed enhancements.
• Collaborated with upper management to drive and implement new processes.
• Translated complex business requirements into actionable technical specifications.
• Automated manual processes using advanced SAP BI tools.
  Implemented BI dashboard, improving decision-making by 20%.
• Reduced data processing time by 90%, reduced data-related costs by 30%, and 25% increased efficiency.

• Implemented BW-in-a-Box and SAP Rapid Implementation Accelerators, reducing deployment time by 50% and enhancing IT project efficiency
• Expanded Rapid Accelerator solutions to 3 process areas, increasing company appeal for acquisitions
• Enhanced operational efficiency for clients such as Steelscape, SSM Health Care, and PSE&G Energy & Utilities, improving performance and reducing operational costs through personalized IT solutions.

• Ericsson, USA | SAP Implementation
• Singapore Bus Services | SAP Implementation
• AV Birla Group | SAP Implementation