Rahul S Ladda

Dynamic and results-oriented SAP Supply Chain professional with over 17 years of experience in delivering complex SAP S/4HANA, SAP APO, and IBP solutions across CPG, manufacturing, and pharmaceutical domains. Recognized for driving strategic implementations, optimizing end-to-end supply chain processes, and leading cross-functional global teams. Proven expertise in SAP PPDS, SNP, DP, GATP, and third-party integrations to other ERP solutions like OMP, O9, and MGX, with a track record of zero escalations and high client satisfaction.

Adept at stakeholder management, innovation, and delivering high-impact solutions that align with business objectives.

Managing Consultant at IBM Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (2020-03 – Present)

• Heading the greenfield implementation project for Automotive OEM and FMCG industries leading a cross-functional team to deliver end-to-end SAP solutions
• Led the end-to-end implementation of SAP S/4HANA PPDS for global CPG clients, including system design, pegging structures, and planning optimization.
• Designed and implemented variant configurations, resource networks, set up matrices to streamline production planning and minimize changeovers.
• Configured PPDS heuristics and dashboards, and enabled scheduling via the PPDS Optimizer, improving order sequencing and resource utilization.
• Managed MRP Live and confirmation automation processes, enabling seamless goods receipt and production confirmation workflows.
• Coordinated integration with third-party systems for order creation and resource planning; ensured data consistency and successful cutover.
• Delivered complex change requests (CRs), managed user story delivery, and conducted client presentations to demonstrate solution benefits.
• Directed ALM-based test execution, including integration testing, defect resolution, and issue tracking across planning and execution layers.
• Provided hypercare support post-go-live, resolving mission-critical incidents and enabling rapid stabilization.
• Oversaw cross-functional collaboration with business users, technical teams, and global stakeholders, ensuring alignment on process and solution delivery.

Senior Associate Consultant at Infosys Ltd. (2016-05 – 2020-03)

Client: Leading Finnish paper & forest manufacturing industry company with global operations in over 30 countries.

• Delivered multiple rollouts and change requests across SAP APO (DP, SNP, PPDS, GATP) modules for a leading Finnish paper & forest manufacturing industry company with global operations, for a manufacturing driving high-impact enhancements and planning efficiencies.
• Customized Planning Books, Macros, and CVC configurations in Demand Planning (DP), aligning planning views with business strategy.
• Configured and maintained InfoCubes, DTPs, and Allocation settings for improved forecast accuracy and real-time visibility.
• Led Heuristic and Deployment configuration in SNP, enabling optimal stock distribution and supply propagation across networks.
• Managed end-to-end planning flows from Demand to Procurement to Production using Push/Pull deployment models, lanes, and production planning strategies.
• Owned GATP enhancements, including multi-order ATP logic, CTP setup, and backorder processing to ensure fulfilment efficiency.
• Built and optimized Process Chains, handled CIF queue issues, CCR monitoring, and ensured Live Cache data integrity.
• Provided proactive monitoring and resolution of critical supply chain issues—across sales, production, and STO orders—in ECC and APO.
• Led PoC for SAP IBP, analyzing feasibility and preparing migration strategy toward future-ready planning solutions.

Associate Manager – Operations at Tech Mahindra BPO Ltd. (2013-11 – 2016-04)

• Provided end-to-end support and enhancements in SNP and supply chain tools for a pharmaceutical client.
• Analyzed and optimized transportation lead times, shipment calendars, and inventory management systems.
• Migrated local system data to SAP ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

Business and Project Consultant at Truvalue Ventures Pvt. Ltd. (2012-08 – 2013-10)

• Managed RFPs, client negotiations, supply chain coordination, and project life cycles across retail and construction industries.

Business Analyst – Technical at Axio Net Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (2011-06 – 2012-07)

• Integrated SAP with enterprise applications; managed promotions and organizational setup across markets.
• Designed continuity plans and maintained SAP data integrity.

Software Engineer at HCL Technologies Ltd. (2007-10 – 2009-10)

• Supported mainframe-based development for AGF and HBOS projects using COBOL, Assembler, and DB2.
• Handled system analysis, coding, testing, and integration support.

MBA in Marketing & Finance – Alliance Business Academy (2009 – 2011)

B.E. in Electronics & Communication – SDMCET (2003 – 2007)

XII – BNJC

X – St. Michaels Convent