AMIT KUMAR

Technology & Transformation Leader | SAP Program Delivery Expert

Stockholm, SE.

About

Highly accomplished Technology and Transformation Leader with 18 years of global experience driving business and IT modernization across automotive and manufacturing sectors. Proven expertise in IT governance, enterprise architecture, and large-scale SAP environments, adept at leading cross-functional, geographically distributed teams of 40+ members to deliver strategic initiatives. Successfully reduced implementation costs by 12% through vendor negotiations and spearheaded digital transformation efforts, aligning technology execution with critical business priorities across Sweden, India, and the US.

Work

Scania

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Lead Architect | Business Transformation

Stockholm, Stockholm, Sweden

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Summary

Spearheading enterprise architecture and transformation initiatives at Scania, focusing on modernization, governance, and cross-functional collaboration to align technology with business strategy.

Highlights

Supported the simplification and standardization of the technology landscape, successfully decommissioning one legacy system within one year and contributing to plans for further platform reductions.

Optimized vendor coordination and utilization, improving cost efficiency across transformation initiatives and reducing implementation proposal costs by 12% through strategic negotiations.

Introduced cross-team backlog planning, significantly improving resource utilization during low-demand project phases across various initiatives.

Enhanced collaboration and alignment among business, IT, and external partners, fostering unified execution within complex transformation initiatives.

Strengthened focus on long-term strategic priorities by implementing structured governance and prioritization discussions, ensuring operational delivery aligns with overarching business goals.

IBM Sweden

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Delivery Lead | SAP Program Delivery

Göteborg, Västra Götaland, Sweden

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Summary

Led SAP delivery and transformation initiatives for key Swedish industrial clients (SKF, Husqvarna), managing governance, stakeholder engagement, and distributed teams to ensure quality and cost-efficient project execution.

Highlights

Delivered multiple SAP initiatives and modernization projects, consistently meeting planned timelines and budget expectations for client success.

Improved delivery quality and significantly reduced operational risks through the implementation of structured governance and robust delivery practices.

Introduced cross-team backlog planning, optimizing resource utilization during lower-demand project phases to enhance efficiency and project flow.

Strengthened client relationships through transparent communication and predictable delivery, fostering enhanced stakeholder collaboration and trust.

Contributed expert insights to ERP cloud transformation and operating model discussions for major clients including Husqvarna, Nobia, and Electrolux, shaping future strategic directions.

IBM

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Offshore Delivery Lead – Global SAP Delivery

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

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Summary

Directed global SAP delivery operations, supporting business environments across Europe and the US by leading a distributed team of 40+ members and optimizing resource utilization.

Highlights

Led a distributed team of over 40 members across multiple offshore locations, ensuring seamless SAP delivery operations for global clients.

Managed operational governance and stakeholder collaboration, successfully aligning diverse teams and priorities to meet global SAP delivery objectives.

Optimized resource utilization across various projects, enhancing efficiency and productivity in a large-scale offshore delivery model.

Coordinated complex SAP delivery initiatives, ensuring adherence to quality standards and cost-efficiency targets for international business environments.

Facilitated effective communication and collaboration between offshore teams and global stakeholders, ensuring project transparency and successful outcomes.

IBM

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AMS Services Lead

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

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Summary

Supported SAP application management services while demonstrating early leadership capabilities for Mead Johnson Nutrition.

Highlights

Provided critical SAP application management services, ensuring high availability and optimal performance of business-critical systems for Mead Johnson Nutrition.

Assumed early team leadership responsibilities, guiding junior team members and contributing to project success through effective task delegation and mentorship.

Resolved complex technical issues and implemented solutions, maintaining system stability and supporting continuous business operations.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address service requests and incidents, ensuring timely resolution and adherence to service level agreements.

IBM

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SAP ABAP Developer

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

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Summary

Developed and supported SAP applications within global delivery environments for clients including Southwest Airlines and Mead Johnson Nutrition.

Highlights

Developed and maintained custom SAP ABAP programs and reports, enhancing system functionality and meeting specific business requirements for global clients.

Provided critical technical support for SAP applications, resolving issues and ensuring smooth operation of business processes.

Collaborated with functional consultants and business users to translate requirements into technical specifications, facilitating effective solution delivery.

Participated in full lifecycle SAP implementation and enhancement projects, contributing to successful system deployments in global delivery environments.

Education

B.I.T. SINDRI

SINDRI, Jharkhand, India
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B.Sc. Engineering

Languages

Swedish

English

Hindi

Bengali

Skills

Technology Strategy

IT Governance

Stakeholder Management

Vendor Management

SAP Delivery

Enterprise Architecture

Change Management

Digital Transformation

Collaborative Leadership

Global Delivery

Modernization Initiatives

Resource Optimization

Operational Governance

Cross-functional Leadership

Team Leadership

Client Relationship Management

ERP Cloud Transformation