Headline

Technology & Digital Transformation Leader | GCC & Global Capability Building | Enterprise Applications | ERP Modernization | Technology Strategy & Engineering Leadership | CIO 100 | CIO X 500 | Ex Coca-Cola | Ex Cargill

About

A seasoned technology and digital transformation leader with extensive experience in global IT, enterprise technology, and large-scale transformation initiatives. Currently serving as Director of Software Engineering at Caterpillar Inc., leading efforts to build next-generation ERP, integration, and engineering capabilities that enable scalable digital solutions and seamless connectivity across enterprise value chains. With 21+ years of experience across technology and business transformation, I have led complex initiatives spanning ERP modernization, digital platforms, enterprise integration, global engineering organizations, and technology capability building. My experience includes SAP and S/4HANA, Microsoft technologies, Microsoft Dynamics 365, enterprise integration, cloud platforms, and modern engineering practices. A key area of my leadership focus is building and scaling Global Capability Centers (GCCs) and engineering organizations — establishing the right operating models, developing talent, strengthening engineering ownership, and creating globally scalable capabilities. I enjoy transforming organizations from vendor-dependent delivery models into sustainable, high-performing technology capabilities with strong accountability and business alignment. My leadership approach combines strategic thinking with execution — connecting technology investments to business outcomes, building strong leadership teams, simplifying complex technology landscapes, and creating collaborative environments where people and technology can scale together. My areas of focus include: • Enterprise Digital & ERP Transformation • Global Capability Center (GCC) Strategy & Setup • Engineering Organization & Capability Building • Microsoft Dynamics 365 – Finance, Supply Chain, Sales & Customer Engagement • SAP & S/4HANA Transformation • Enterprise Integration & Digital Platforms • Technology Strategy & Operating Models • Global Engineering & Delivery Leadership • Vendor Transformation & Strategic Partnerships • Technology Modernization & Cloud Adoption • Leadership, Talent Development & Succession Planning • Business–Technology Alignment and Value Realization I am passionate about building organizations and technology capabilities that are not only technically strong, but also strategically aligned, commercially sustainable, and capable of delivering measurable business value at scale.

Location

Bengaluru

Work experience

Director of Software Engineering at Caterpillar Inc., Dec 2025 - Present · 10 mos, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India, I lead the development of next-generation ERP and integration capabilities that are transforming how Caterpillar connects with its global dealer ecosystem. A key part of my role is building Caterpillar’s India ERP engineering capability—establishing the organization, technical talent, engineering practices, and global delivery model required to scale the transformation. I work across product, architecture, business, engineering, and strategic technology partners to turn business requirements into robust, reusable technology capabilities. My impact is focused on: * Modernizing dealer operations through connected ERP and CRM capabilities. * Reducing complexity by creating standardized and scalable processes and platforms. * Strengthening enterprise connectivity across Caterpillar, dealers, and surrounding systems. * Building engineering capability in India to support global product development and delivery. * Improving engineering productivity and quality through automation, modern practices, and stronger technical ownership. * Creating reusable digital foundations that can scale across markets, dealers, and business scenarios. Ultimately, I am focused on moving ERP from a traditional implementation model toward a scalable, product-oriented engineering capability that delivers sustained business value across Caterpillar’s dealer value chain.

Global IT Leader at Schreiber Foods, Feb 2024 - Dec 2025 · 1 yr 11 mos, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India, Global IT Delivery & Digital Transformation Leadership * Built and scaled a global IT delivery center, establishing the organization, operating model, talent, and capabilities to accelerate enterprise Digital Transformation. * Led end-to-end technology transformation across digital products, core ERP, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and enterprise platforms, translating business strategy into scalable technology capabilities. * Owned the technology portfolio, investment planning, resource strategy, budgeting, governance, and executive reporting across strategic digital initiatives. * Strengthened IT governance, cybersecurity, risk, audit, and compliance, enabling secure and sustainable technology transformation. * Built strategic partnerships across global technology, business, functional teams, vendors, and system integrators, driving alignment, accountability, and delivery excellence. * Identified and shaped business value opportunities, converting strategic priorities into investment-ready digital initiatives with clear value realization and governance. * Modernized the digital operating model, reshaping skills, processes, organization, and engineering practices to improve agility, productivity, and delivery effectiveness. * Built high-performing technology teams and leadership capabilities, increasing internal engineering maturity and reducing dependency on external delivery. * Delivered measurable improvements in speed-to-market, engineering productivity, technology standardization, operational efficiency, and value realization across the digital portfolio.

Senior Director ERP at The Coca-Cola Company, Apr 2021 - Jan 2024 · 2 yrs 10 mos, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India, ERP Modernization & Digital Transformation | Bottling Investment Group, The Coca-Cola Company * Digital Strategy & Leadership: Defined technology strategy, roadmaps, investment priorities, and governance aligned with business growth and operational excellence. * ERP Modernization: Led transformation across SAP S/4HANA, Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O & CE, enterprise applications, data, cloud, DevOps, and automation. * Digital Value Chain: Delivered transformation across Sales & Distribution, Supply Chain, Transportation, Warehousing, and Manufacturing through eB2B, Blue Yonder, Demand & Supply Planning, ASRS, and Connected Factory initiatives. * Enterprise Integration: Connected ERP, Salesforce, DMS, MES, shop-floor applications, analytics, and warehouse platforms, enabling seamless enterprise-wide information flow. * Value & Governance: Shaped digital investment opportunities, established value realization frameworks, and strengthened portfolio governance, architecture, security, risk, and delivery discipline. * Digital Operating Model: Reshaped people, skills, processes, and technology practices to build sustainable digital capabilities and accelerate transformation. * Executive & Partner Leadership: Built strong partnerships across business leadership, technology teams, global stakeholders, and strategic technology partners to drive transformation at scale.

Global IT Program Manager at Cargill, Aug 2020 - Apr 2021 · 9 mos, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India, Responsible for Global IT Program and Portfolio Management across process, data, and technology. Responsible for planning and governance and for overseeing the successful delivery of the program’s in Global IT. My key responsibilities includes end to end Program Management for Global IT across business units in Cargill, Project Delivery Scheduling & Budgeting, Resource Management, Communication, Collaborate with the global project SMEs and stakeholders to define project scope and deliverables, Guiding and Governing Global IT solution delivery partners to deliver the Projects with Excellence.

SAP Delivery Lead - Global IT at Cargill, Dec 2018 - Jul 2020 · 1 yr 8 mos, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India, Responsible for Global SAP/S4 HANA Delivery and Governance across process, data, and technology at Cargill Global IT

SAP Solution Lead - Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Plant Operations - Global IT at Cargill, Jan 2017 - Nov 2018 · 1 yr 11 mos, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India, Responsible for Solution Delivery in SAP Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Plant Operations at Cargill Global IT for Cargill Animal Nutrition Business(CAN)

IT Manager at Camozzi S.p.A., May 2007 - Aug 2011 · 4 yrs 4 mos, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Education

Master of Computer Applications - MCA, Computer Applications, Kurukshetra university

B.C.A, Computer Applications, Punjab technical university