Bio
Venkata Kalyan Chakravarthy Mandavilli is an accomplished SAP Project Manager with over 21 years of experience specializing in SAP systems, including SAP R/3, SAP S4/HANA, and ABAP/4. He has a proven track record of successfully managing large-scale SAP implementations, upgrades, and enhancements across various industries, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. With extensive hands-on experience in SAP versions 4.6C, ECC 5.0, ECC 6.0, and S4/HANA (from 1511 through 2023), Venkata is well-versed in different R/3 modules, ITS, and technical consulting, with a particular focus on conversions, enhancements, and production support. In his current role as an SAP Project Manager at Levi Strauss & Co., he is responsible for overseeing SAP S4/HANA implementations, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving operational transformation. Venkata excels in managing project timelines, budgets, and resources while effectively communicating with stakeholders and mitigating risks. His leadership skills extend to guiding both technical and functional teams, ensuring the alignment of project goals with the business’s strategic objectives. Venkata holds certifications in PMP, AWS Solutions Architect, SAP Activate Project Manager, and has expertise in Agile methodologies, including SAFe and Scrum. His academic qualifications include a Master’s degree in Information Technology from Sikkim Manipal University and a Master’s in Computer Applications from Osmania University, India. With his extensive technical expertise, project management experience, and leadership capabilities, Venkata is a valuable asset to any organization looking to implement or optimize SAP systems.