Sreeram Bhagavatula
Senior Global Lead - Contract Logistics IT Solutions
Frankfurt
Summary
Results-oriented technology leader with over 20 years of experience spearheading successful IT projects and products within the logistics/supply chain domain. Seeking a challenging role as a Global Director in Account Management within the Technology sector, leveraging expertise in strategic project deployments, stakeholder management, and IT transformation to drive business growth and foster long-term client relationships.
A seasoned senior professional adept at utilizing scrum methods and an agile mindset to lead cross-functional teams and projects across the entire project lifecycle. Demonstrates exceptional decision-making skills and collaborative leadership abilities. a proven track record of implementing strategic projects and managing IT change within organizations, enabling business excellence, and maintaining a competitive edge.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Global Distribution Manager
Kuehne + Nagel, Contract Logistics
Hamburg
2022.05 - Current
- Lead global distribution initiatives, manage 15 million euro budgets and roll out products across multiple regions
- Orchestrated successful IT product deployments, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction
- Developed a distribution product roadmap and ensured adherence to technical standards.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and accurate inventory data.
Product Owner / Manager
Hillebrand GORI (DHL Global Forwarding)
Bonn
2020.02 - 2022.04
- Streamlined project management processes for improved efficiency and timely product delivery.
- Optimized product performance by identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Collaborated with regional partners to drive product and process enhancements
- Directly reported to the Group CIO and monitored key project milestones.
Solution Manager (EMEA)
DHL Supply Chain Management GmbH
2018.01 - 2020.01
- Contributed to the establishment of organizational standards for solution development methodologies by providing valuable insights based on DHL supply chain trends and best practices.
- Trusted advisor in IT transportation for digitalization and strategic initiatives across EMEA for a €15 billion transportation business
- Increased department productivity by optimizing workflows and implementing best practices for solution management processes.
- Expedited project completion times with effective management of resources, budgets, and timelines.
Product Manager - DACH
DHL Solutions GmbH
2016.05 - 2017.12
- Designed and developed a roadmap from conception until deployment throughout DACH sites/countries
- Implemented Agile methodologies for more efficient project management and team collaboration.
- Reduced production costs through strategic supplier negotiations and process improvements.
- Managed full product lifecycle, from ideation through post-launch support, ensuring consistent quality control measures were in place.
Consultant - EMEA
FLO GROUP
2015.06 - 2016.04
- As senior SME resolved cross-functional issues from conceptual design to product deployment for customers like StoraEnso, Kuehne Nagel & IKEA
- Design, implement and integrate IT solutions and support them in modeling and optimizing the existing data models
- Implemented 3 projects with people management of 4 reporting lines (Project base)
- Developed comprehensive business cases to analyze costs, benefits, ROI, and TCO of proposed solutions
- Worked for companies like Nexus, Hexaware, iGATE
- Led business transformation process/ implementations for customers like GE Oil & Gas, DIESL (TATA Group), TOLL
- Decreased product defects by 20% by implementing quality assurance guidelines and with CRs on technical configs
- Liaised with customers and the sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions
- Led major process reengineering, remapping, and integration redesign between TMS, WMS, and other systems like SAP
- Managed various stages of Project, and Application Lifecycle Management with a flexible and adaptable hands-on mentality
- Succeeded in analyzing, designing, and mapping client's requirements concerning business functionality 'AS-IS' / 'TO-BE' state
- Close association with the architecture and integration forum to ensure that solutions meet the stated requirements
- Supported as a consultant in describing missing or new features, providing frontline techno-functional expertise in sales presentations, product demonstrations, and support-related issues
- Led 4 projects with people management: 3 direct (technical) & 5 indirect reports.
- Developed innovative strategies for clients, resulting in increased revenue and business growth.
- Advised clients on change management strategies to ensure smooth transitions during periods of organizational transformation.
Multiple consultant roles
Multiple Companies
2010.05 - 2014.12
- Improved client satisfaction by effectively managing multiple projects and consistently meeting deadlines.
- Delivered high-quality presentations to stakeholders, effectively communicating project objectives and results.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
- Assisted clients in navigating complex industry challenges, offering expert guidance and strategic recommendations.
Project Associate
Transportation Informatics Group
2004.01 - 2007.03
- Associated with ITS engineers / Senior Researchers to develop Non-Linear Supply Chain models
- Engaged in interpreting the Supply Chain networks using modeling tools to explore the nonlinear behavior of inventory and demand patterns within Transportation and distribution flows
- Expounded research findings of both descriptive and prescriptive issues to re-adjust internal thresholds of supply chain networks to achieve stable synchronization
- Closely collaborated with project members to identify and quickly address problems.
Project Operations
East Coast Zone, Indian Railways
Visakhapatnam
2004.01 - 2007.03
- Provided support in developing seasonal demand forecasts and anticipating and managing zone-level needs for better demand patterns
- Implemented best practices in project management to ensure high-quality deliverables that exceeded client expectations.
- Streamlined project operations by implementing efficient processes and methodologies.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of project management tools and technologies, implementing updates as needed to ensure optimal performance across all project stages
Education
Ph.D. - Management
Indian Institute of Management
Shillong, India 2023.07 - 2026.12
Master of Science - Computer Science
Andhra University
India 2001.10 - 2003.11
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Andhra University
India 1998.06 - 2001.06
Skills
Project Governance, Budget Control + Stakeholder & Vendor Management
undefinedCertification
Master Project Management - PMP/PMI
Visa Status
- Germany, German PR (Niederlassungserlaubnis), 04/02/2028
- USA, B1/B2 Multi entry, 03/03/2030
Publications
- Self-organized supply chain networks: Theory in practice and an analog simulation-based approach, Autonomics 2008 Turin Italy, 09/25/2008
- Evaluation of nonlinear system behaviors in the Military Supply chain, First International Workshop on Nonlinear Dynamics and Synchronization (INDS´08), 07/18/2008
- Modeling of a Three-Echelon Supply Chain: Stability Analysis and Synchronization Issues, First International Workshop on Nonlinear Dynamics and Synchronization (INDS´08), 07/18/2008
Timeline
Ph.D. - Management
Indian Institute of Management
2023.07 - 2026.12
Global Distribution Manager
Kuehne + Nagel, Contract Logistics
2022.05 - Current
Master Project Management - PMP/PMI
2020-05
Product Owner / Manager
Hillebrand GORI (DHL Global Forwarding)
2020.02 - 2022.04
Solution Manager (EMEA)
DHL Supply Chain Management GmbH
2018.01 - 2020.01
ITIL Foundation - APMG International
2016-11
Product Manager - DACH
DHL Solutions GmbH
2016.05 - 2017.12
Consultant - EMEA
FLO GROUP
2015.06 - 2016.04
SIX SIGMA GREEN BELT - TÜV SÜD SOUTH ASIA
2011-03
Multiple consultant roles
Multiple Companies
2010.05 - 2014.12
Project Operations
East Coast Zone, Indian Railways
2004.01 - 2007.03
Project Associate
Transportation Informatics Group
2004.01 - 2007.03
Master of Science - Computer Science
Andhra University
2001.10 - 2003.11
Professional Diploma in Computing (PNC) - NIIT
2001-03
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Andhra University
1998.06 - 2001.06
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