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PAVAN Kalyan Kumar BODDU

Denton,TX

Summary

Experienced Anaplan Consultant with 5 years of expertise in building, optimizing, and implementing enterprise-wide planning solutions. Skilled in Anaplan Model Building, Connected Planning, and seamless integration with enterprise systems. Known for strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills, driving business process enhancements through scalable Anaplan models. Adept at partnering with stakeholders to align planning strategies with organizational goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Anaplan Consultant

Critical River Inc
Pleasanton, USA
01.2024 - Current
  • Designed and implemented robust Anaplan models for financial planning, workforce management, and supply chain optimization
  • Spearheaded Connected Planning initiatives, ensuring alignment between finance, sales, HR, and operations to drive business-wide integration
  • Connected Anaplan with enterprise systems like SAP, Workday, Salesforce, and NetSuite using Anaplan Connect, HyperConnect, and REST APIs
  • Established a centralized Data Hub to streamline data collection, enhance accuracy, and reduce model redundancy across departments
  • Implemented best practices for sparsity management, formula structuring, and data processing to improve model efficiency
  • Created dynamic dashboards and analytical reports that provide real-time insights for executives and decision-makers
  • Developed flexible scenario modeling capabilities, enabling users to conduct sensitivity analyses and compare strategic options
  • Built predictive models for automated financial forecasting, utilizing historical trends and business drivers
  • Managed ALM processes, ensuring smooth deployment, version control, and change management across different Anaplan environments
  • Designed automated data pipelines using Anaplan Connect, APIs, and ETL tools to enable real-time data updates
  • Configured role-based access, selective access, and data security measures to comply with regulatory standards
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by automating manual planning processes within Anaplan models
  • Maintained data integrity by aligning Anaplan models with enterprise-wide master data management strategies
  • Worked closely with finance, HR, supply chain, and IT teams to translate business needs into scalable Anaplan solutions
  • Conducted rigorous UAT, regression testing, and performance validation to ensure accuracy before deployment
  • Developed Python and Java-based scripts leveraging Anaplan REST APIs to facilitate seamless data exchange and automation
  • Delivered training programs, documentation, and workshops to enhance user adoption of Anaplan solutions
  • Ensured Anaplan solutions complied with SOX, financial reporting standards, and data privacy regulations
  • Designed real-time performance tracking dashboards, enabling businesses to monitor key metrics effectively
  • Continuously evaluated and optimized Anaplan models to drive innovation and improve planning efficiency

Anaplan Model Builder

Winota Softech
Bangalore, India
02.2019 - 12.2022
  • Developed and maintained Anaplan models to support financial planning, workforce planning, budgeting, and sales forecasting, ensuring alignment with business objectives
  • Designed data integration pipelines between Anaplan and enterprise systems (SAP, Workday, Salesforce, Oracle ERP) using Anaplan Connect, HyperConnect, and REST APIs to enable seamless data flow
  • Led the design and implementation of Data Hub models, improving data accuracy, consistency, and governance across business units
  • Applied formula optimization, sparsity management, and performance tuning to enhance model responsiveness and scalability
  • Created interactive dashboards, reports, and variance analysis tools, enabling leadership teams to track KPIs and strategic business insights
  • Designed what-if scenario planning models, allowing stakeholders to assess multiple financial and operational outcomes for better decision-making
  • Automated forecasting processes, reducing manual intervention and improving planning accuracy and efficiency
  • Configured role-based access control and selective access to enforce data security policies and maintain compliance with internal governance frameworks
  • Assisted in Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), managing model version control, workspace migrations, and deployment strategies
  • Developed and executed data validation, regression testing, and UAT to ensure accuracy and system stability before production rollout
  • Provided end-user training, knowledge transfer sessions, and technical support, helping teams adopt and utilize Anaplan effectively
  • Diagnosed and resolved model errors, calculation inefficiencies, and integration issues, ensuring smooth functionality and minimal downtime
  • Ensured compliance with SOX, IFRS, and financial audit requirements, maintaining robust governance in Anaplan solutions
  • Partnered with finance, HR, and operations teams to gather business requirements and translate them into scalable Anaplan models
  • Identified opportunities for process automation and continuous improvement, optimizing planning cycles and enhancing system efficiency

Education

Bachelors - Computer Science and Engineering

Centurion University
India

Masters - Information Technology and Management

Webster University
San Antonio, USA

Skills

Anaplan Expertise: Anaplan Model Building, Anaplan Data Hub, ALM (Application Lifecycle Management), Connected Planning, User Access & Security, Model Optimization, Workflow Automation

Programming & Scripting: Anaplan Connect, Python, SQL, JavaScript (basic)

Data Integration: Anaplan HyperConnect, Anaplan API, Informatica, MuleSoft, Dell Boomi, Snowflake, Tableau, Power BI

Enterprise Systems: SAP, Oracle EPM, Workday, Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, Netsuite

Methodologies & Frameworks: Agile, Scrum, SDLC, Business Process Modeling

Reporting & Visualization: Power BI, Tableau, Excel (Advanced), Pivot Tables, Macros, VBA

Skills

Anaplan Model Building, Anaplan Data Hub, ALM (Application Lifecycle Management), Connected Planning, User Access & Security, Model Optimization, Workflow Automation, Anaplan Connect, Python, SQL, JavaScript (basic), Anaplan HyperConnect, Anaplan API, Informatica, MuleSoft, Dell Boomi, Snowflake, Tableau, Power BI, SAP, Oracle EPM, Workday, Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, Netsuite, Agile, Scrum, SDLC, Business Process Modeling, Power BI, Tableau, Excel (Advanced), Pivot Tables, Macros, VBA

Timeline

Anaplan Consultant

Critical River Inc
01.2024 - Current

Anaplan Model Builder

Winota Softech
02.2019 - 12.2022

Bachelors - Computer Science and Engineering

Centurion University

Masters - Information Technology and Management

Webster University

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