Avinash Loghandran

Enterprise Technology & Digital Transformation Leader with 20+ years of experience delivering large-scale change across complex, multi-market organizations. Proven track record of owning and executing multi-million-dollar technology portfolios, driving operational efficiency, cost optimization, and measurable business impact. Specialist in enterprise applications, digital transformation, and PMO leadership, with deep expertise in governance, global delivery, and aligning technology strategy, architecture to business growth.

Recognized for building and leading high-performing teams, delivering ROI-driven transformation, and enabling scalable, data-led technology ecosystems. Operates at executive level with experience in P&L ownership, revenue impact, and strategic stakeholder engagement. Well-positioned for Executive, Board Advisory, and NED roles, with a focus on technology-driven transformation within financial services and large-scale enterprise environments.

Director, Group Business Applications & PMO at DKSH Corporate Shared Services Center (2023-04 – Present)

• Lead and transform global enterprise applications and transformation portfolio across 62+ strategic programs, delivering operational efficiency and revenue impact across multiple business units and enabling functions
• Own and govern technology portfolio exceeding MYR 20M annually, ensuring ROI optimization and cost control
• Define and execute 3-year IT strategy and architecture roadmap, aligning technology initiatives with business objectives
• Drive cross-functional transformation initiatives spanning SAP, HR systems, procurement, logistics, finance, treasury and content management
• Strengthen governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal control standards
• Build, lead and develop high-performing teams, improving delivery capability and engagement

Director, HRIS Operations at DKSH Corporate Shared Services Center (2015-06 – 2023-03)

• Overseeing & leading the HR technology operational services in DKSH with a P&L budget of MYR 2.0M annually ensuring HRIS framework & ensuring operational efficiencies and optimal operations of HR technology solutions across DKSH
• Planned and developed General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) structure for HR in DKSH
• Established HRIS frameworks and governance models to drive operational efficiency and standardization
• Introduced enterprise data quality and analytics practices, forming the foundation for HR data-driven decision-making with 99% achievement
• Strengthened service management practices, improving SLA performance and user experience
• Partnered with senior stakeholders to align HR technology with business and transformation priorities

Manager, Projects at DKSH Corporate Shared Services Center (2010-01 – 2015-05)

• Implemented Business Intelligence (BI) projects with an ROI of MYR 1.2M over 3 years
• Implemented HRIS projects with a budget of MYR 5 million over 3 years within 4 technology solutions across 33 countries

SAP BI Lead at DKSH Corporate Shared Services Center (2006-10 – 2009-12)

• Provided second-level support and project activities implementation for SAP BW across 33 countries.

Associate HR Consultant at Northgate Arinso Malaysia (2005-09 – 2006-09)

• Supporting Shell employees in the areas of Performance Development, Competence Management, Time Management, Payroll, Organization Management and Personnel Administration

Bachelor of Science in Applied Business Computing – University of Sunderland (2011-09)