Vipul Mewara
Frisco
Summary
Results-driven SAP consultant with 18+ years of experience in SAP implementation and consulting. Managed full lifecycle of SAP systems, ensuring effective technology integration to meet business objectives. Provided technical leadership across multiple projects and SAP modules, including SD, TM, WM, and S/4 HANA 2020. Developed architecture specifications to align system capabilities with corporate needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SAP Functional Architect
3M Company-Cognizant
Frisco
03.2023 - Current
- Defined and documented business requirements to align technology with organizational goals.
- Provided expertise in order-to-cash and transportation management to optimize operations.
- Enhanced efficiency and effectiveness of processes within OTC and TM areas.
- Resolved drop shipment pricing, text determination, and ATP issues to improve process reliability.
- Supported TM-related processes such as OTR, DRT, shipping instructions, and carrier invoicing.
- Diagnosed technical and process issues affecting transportation management performance.
- Designed appropriate solutions for problem management to facilitate seamless operations.
- Configured SAP solutions for incident management, ensuring robust support for development projects.
SAP Functional Architect
3M Company - Cognizant
Pune
05.2020 - 09.2022
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for successful HANA migration project completion.
- Secured design sign-off by gathering requirements for custom objects to support project goals.
- Planned and delivered RICEFW objects to enhance system functionality.
- Updated Fiori tiles to enhance user interface and accessibility for improved user experience.
- Collaborated with vendors and stakeholders on various application transitions to ensure seamless integration.
- Coordinated offshore functional efforts to achieve project objectives within established timelines.
- Implemented EDI for major customer Orkla, streamlining communication and operations.
- Led logistics team in optimizing supply chain operations for increased efficiency.
SAP SD Consultant & Functional Lead
Orkla - Cognizant
Pune
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Led automation initiative for client, implementing 10 use cases to reduce user effort.
- Managed incident and change activities, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption.
- Estimated efforts for service requests to support resource planning and project scheduling.
- Coordinated communication between offshore and onshore teams to enhance project alignment.
SAP SD Consultant & Functional Lead
Tate & Lyle - Cognizant
Pune
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Led automation initiatives for client, streamlining processes and enhancing service delivery.
- Mentored team in functional support and change request processes to improve efficiency.
- Provided essential support as offshore functional lead during project transitions.
- Completed knowledge transfer phase, transitioning to steady state with client appreciation for resolving critical issues.
- Received ACE Award from client for outstanding contributions.
- Recognized as Associate of the Month for exceptional performance and key contributions.
SAP SD Consultant
Merck - Cognizant
Pune
10.2015 - 03.2018
- As a SAP SD WM consultant, managing incident change requests and projects effectively.
- Executed critical change requests according to user requirements within deadlines.
- Coordinated change requests for support and PMO, consistently meeting established timelines.
- Facilitated quarterly production releases, ensuring timely transitions with minimal disruption.
- Participated in daily status meetings with client and internal teams for issue resolution and process improvement.
- Collaborated with ABAP module for code enhancements and technical design documentation creation.
- Conducted SIT and UAT for new configurations using HPQC, preparing user manuals and test scripts.
- Led training initiatives for new WM business processes, enhancing team capabilities through knowledge transfer.
SAP SD/QM/WM Consultant
Merck Inc.- Cognizant
TN
02.2009 - 10.2015
- Supported implementation of WM modules and completed EWM training.
- Contributed to QM project from hyper care phase to successful completion.
- Gathered business requirements and assisted Bayer team in solution implementation.
- Developed cutover plan, provided hyper care support, and conducted user training.
- Facilitated functional specifications, unit testing, and user acceptance testing.
- Served as point of contact for all WM and QM-related issues, ensuring timely resolutions.
- Coordinated with ABAP team for code changes and technical design documentation.
- Performed effort estimation on each component's development.
SAP Support Project (Project Long Tail)
Autodesk
Pune
04.2008 - 01.2009
- Collaborated with team to deliver functional solutions for process owner in SAP SD.
- Provided effective solutions for SD issues and customized errors in SAP SD.
- Recommended user solutions and coordinated follow-ups with relevant teams.
- Developed functional specifications outlining development requirements and enhancement impacts.
- Prepared end-user training documents; coordinated configuration changes with onsite team.
- Received client appreciation for efficiently resolving multiple incidents and managing change requests.
SAP Support Project
Tata Consultancy Services
Pune
03.2007 - 04.2008
- Resolved tickets daily to ensure timely support and client satisfaction
- Managed customization, configuration, and enhancement issues to align solutions with client needs
- Monitored S&D reports to provide clients with accurate insights and facilitate decision-making
- Prepared functional specification documents
- Received positive feedback from clients and TCS leads for timely project completion.
SAP Implementation/Support
Kores India Ltd.
Pune
05.2006 - 03.2007
- Managed customization, configuration, and enhancement related issues
- Migrated data during pre go-live phase, preparing system for successful launch.
- Trained module owner & key user of special transaction like, stock transfer from one plant to another, Export Sale Scenario, Modifying & Preparing Reports according to requirement of users and top management
- Prepared functional specification documents & end-user training documents
- Resolved daily support tickets, ensuring timely assistance and enhancing user satisfaction.
- Provided ongoing support after go-live to assist users with system adoption.
- Tracked S&D reports to address client requests and improve service delivery.
- Recognized as POC for all SAP-SD & business process related issues.
Education
MBA - Marketing Management
Vishwakarma Institute of Management
Pune01-2004
B.Com. -
Commerce College Kota MDS, University of Ajmer
Kota, India01-2001
Skills
- SAP configuration and system integration
- Change management
- Performance optimization
- Incident management
- Deployment and support
- Go-live support
- Process improvement
- Client engagement
- Team leadership
- Order-to-cash process improvement
- Transportation management
- Supply chain management
Certification
- ITIL V3 Certified
- Prince 2 foundation Certified
- SAP – SD (Sales and Distribution) Certified
- SAP – Sales S/4 HANA 1809 Certified
- SAP- C S4CS 2008 – SAP S/4 HANA Cloud Sales implementation
- SAP C_S4TM_2023 Certified
- C_ACTIVATE13 Certified
Profile Summary
- Managed the entire lifecycle of SAP systems encompassing design, coding, sizing, setup, configuration, Go-Live, maintenance and transitioning of SAP landscapes
- Used business & SAP solution knowledge to effectively integrate SAP technology into the business environment in order to achieve expected business results
- Acquired international experience by working in USA for more than 7 years
- Worked across various types of projects including implementations, roll-out & production support projects
- Provided technical leadership on SAP Systems including establishing standards and requirements, evaluating and directing enhancements, and implementing solutions for performance monitoring, and systems configuration, design and implementation
- Exposure of working on various SAP versions including SD, TM & WM.
- Gained proficiency in functionality and business process of service management and providing an acceptable level of support to users
- Designed & developed SAP architecture requirements & specifications to ensure the system is meeting corporate needs
- Have experience in S/4 HANA 2020 migration testing
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/01/80
- Work Permit: Green Card
Languages
- English
- Hindi
Timeline
SAP Functional Architect
3M Company-Cognizant
03.2023 - Current
SAP Functional Architect
3M Company - Cognizant
05.2020 - 09.2022
SAP SD Consultant & Functional Lead
Orkla - Cognizant
07.2019 - 05.2020
SAP SD Consultant & Functional Lead
Tate & Lyle - Cognizant
03.2018 - 06.2019
SAP SD Consultant
Merck - Cognizant
10.2015 - 03.2018
SAP SD/QM/WM Consultant
Merck Inc.- Cognizant
02.2009 - 10.2015
SAP Support Project (Project Long Tail)
Autodesk
04.2008 - 01.2009
SAP Support Project
Tata Consultancy Services
03.2007 - 04.2008
SAP Implementation/Support
Kores India Ltd.
05.2006 - 03.2007
MBA - Marketing Management
Vishwakarma Institute of Management
B.Com. -
Commerce College Kota MDS, University of Ajmer