Sailaja Kodali
Novi,MI
Summary
Visionary IT leader with over 20 years of experience in driving digital transformation, AI integration, and SaaS strategies within global HR, Finance, and SCM systems. Expertise in aligning technology with enterprise objectives, modernizing platforms, and delivering scalable solutions that enhance operational efficiency. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams, cultivating strategic vendor partnerships, and standardizing global enterprise architecture.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Global HR Digital Transformation Leader
General Motors
09.2023 - Current
- Driving AI‑enabled, cloud‑first HR transformation at GM to improve efficiency, experience, and productivity.
- Drive governance for a multimillion‑dollar global HR transformation, aligning investments and outcomes to HR and enterprise priorities.
- Lead cross‑functional alignment across IT, Finance, Legal, Purchasing, and HR, proactively managing dependencies and securing unified commitment to portfolio priorities and outcomes.
- Drive an HR technology portfolio aligned to HR OKRs, ensuring investments and roadmaps directly advance workforce, engagement, and productivity goals.
- Drive end‑to‑end delivery using hybrid Agile/Waterfall methods, leveraging Jira and PPM tools to boost on‑time delivery, improve predictability, and reduce execution risk.
- Lead cross‑functional alignment across IT, Finance, Legal, Purchasing, and HR, proactively managing dependencies and securing unified commitment to portfolio priorities.
- Translate HR strategies into enterprise‑grade system designs and configurations that standardize processes, enable automation, and unlock analytics at scale. and outcomes.
- Oversee full lifecycle management of HR systems—including releases, upgrades, patching, and decommissioning—while ensuring stability, security, and compliance.
Senior Manager – Communications
IT Innovation Global Lead
08.2016 - 01.2023
- Deliver end‑to‑end digital solutions for Corporate Brand sites, media ecosystems, and the enterprise Employee Portal.
- Increase operational efficiency by eliminating obsolete systems, reducing software spend by 25%, and streamlining the application landscape.
- Lead strategic technology initiatives with business partners to drive innovation and optimize core processes.
- Build and execute a strategic IT roadmap aligned to business priorities, overseeing portfolio planning, development, and delivery.
- Partner across functions to design and implement technology solutions that address critical business challenges.
- Oversee daily operations and application support, ensuring rapid incident resolution and strong problem management across a diverse application ecosystem.
HR
IT Innovation Global Lead
07.2014 - 07.2016
- Deliver IT solutions for Global Business Services supporting operations across 60 countries.
- Lead project planning, staffing, charters, schedules, and executive updates for Steering Committees and senior leadership.
- Direct multiple teams to deliver technology solutions aligned to the business roadmap.
- Oversee global HR application upgrades, test automation, business continuity planning, and tech‑debt remediation.
Manager
PricewaterhouseCoopers
04.2008 - 06.2014
- Lead Architecture, Innovation, BI, and Operations for Fortune 500 clients, delivering scalable, high‑impact technology solutions.
- Develop RFPs that define future‑state requirements and evaluate vendor capabilities to guide strategic client decisions.
- Drive quality improvements, strengthen risk controls, and lead training and adoption efforts to maximize system performance.
- Manage delivery to SLAs, establish governance frameworks, and mentor project teams to ensure operational readiness and disciplined execution.
IT Development Manager - BearingPoint
State of Florida Dept. of Financial Services
06.2004 - 04.2007
- Implementation Lead for PeopleSoft Financials Implementation for State of FL
Education
Master of Science - Computer Information Systems
Eastern Michigan Univ
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering, India
Skills
- HR Technology Strategy
- Enterprise Applications Leadership
- Vendor & Contract Management
- Portfolio Delivery
- Executive Stakeholder Partnership
- Service Management & OpEx
Certification
Technology All Star award 2017 - Women of Color STEM
Timeline
Global HR Digital Transformation Leader
General Motors
09.2023 - Current
Senior Manager – Communications
IT Innovation Global Lead
08.2016 - 01.2023
HR
IT Innovation Global Lead
07.2014 - 07.2016
Manager
PricewaterhouseCoopers
04.2008 - 06.2014
IT Development Manager - BearingPoint
State of Florida Dept. of Financial Services
06.2004 - 04.2007
Master of Science - Computer Information Systems
Eastern Michigan Univ