Cristi Serdici

With over 15 years of SAP consulting experience, Cristi Serdici specializes in leading global transformation projects that unlock the full potential of complex SAP landscapes. As a dedicated SAP Project Coordinator and Consultant, he has successfully delivered S/4HANA conversions, system upgrades, and SAP RISE migrations—ensuring seamless transitions, minimized risks, and measurable efficiency gains. He thrives in international environments, working fluently in English with cross-functional and multicultural teams, bridging the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful project outcomes.

SAP Project Coordinator / SAP RISE Migration Expert / SAP Basis at Own Company Global (2021-05 – Present)

Coordinated SAP S/4HANA Conversions, SAP Upgrades and/or SAP RISE migration activities to ensure seamless transition while maintaining system availability and minimizing operational disruptions.

• Coordinated SAP S/4HANA Conversions, SAP Upgrades and/or SAP RISE migration activities to ensure seamless transition while maintaining system availability and minimizing operational disruptions.
• Directed cross-functional teams to align SAP Basis infrastructure with project milestones, enhancing deployment accuracy and adherence to timelines.
• Established comprehensive monitoring protocols to improve system stability and proactively address potential SAP performance issues.
• Prioritized incident resolution workflows to accelerate troubleshooting, thereby reducing downtime and improving end-user satisfaction.
• Aligned SAP project deliverables with business objectives, facilitating clear communication between technical teams and stakeholders for optimized outcomes.
• Hands-on activities: S/4HANA conversion, SAP RISE migration, SAP products upgrades & installations, System Copies/Refreshes.
• Coordinated system landscape adjustments during SAP RISE migration to ensure seamless data integrity and enhance cross-platform operational continuity.
• Streamlined SAP RISE migration workflows to align technical and business teams, accelerating adoption and improving overall project transparency.
• Facilitated cross-functional communication during SAP RISE migration to accelerate issue resolution and enhance overall project delivery timelines.
• Orchestrated SAP Basis system health checks throughout RISE migration to improve stability and enhance long-term infrastructure performance.
• Configured SAP transport routes during RISE migration to enhance change management accuracy and improve system update predictability.

Head of S/4HANA Migration Factory Backoffice at SAP (2019-11 – 2021-05)

Led the S/4HANA Migration Factory Backoffice focusing on solution design and preparation for clients planning their journey to SAP S/4HANA. Defined end-to-end migration solutions including scope, timelines, effort estimation, and technical approach tailored to client landscapes.

• Led the S/4HANA Migration Factory Backoffice focusing on solution design and preparation for clients planning their journey to SAP S/4HANA.
• Defined end-to-end migration solutions including scope, timelines, effort estimation, and technical approach tailored to client landscapes.
• Collaborated closely with global customers to shape migration strategies aligned with business and IT requirements.
• Prepared detailed migration roadmaps leveraging methodologies like DMO with SUM, export/import, backup/restore, and HANA system replication.
• Ensured all solutions were feasible, cost-efficient, and ready for seamless execution by delivery teams.

Senior Technology Consultant at SDC EMEA Bucharest (2008-04 – 2021-05)

Coordinated and delivered global SAP technology projects focused on the EMEA region, aligning technical solutions with client strategies and industry best practices.

• Coordinated and delivered global SAP technology projects focused on the EMEA region, aligning technical solutions with client strategies and industry best practices.
• Led and executed SAP S/4HANA conversions, OS/DB migrations, Unicode conversions, system upgrades, and patch implementations.
• Provided technical leadership for multinational teams ensuring high-quality delivery within scope, time, and budget.
• Managed large-scale cross-industry initiatives driving innovation, efficiency, and scalability in SAP landscapes.
• Acted as trusted advisor translating business needs into sustainable technical solutions accelerating digital transformation.

Business Development Manager for SDC EMEA Technology Factory at SDC EMEA Bucharest (2016-01 – 2019-11)

Drove strategic growth and client engagement for the SDC EMEA Technology Factory, bridging business needs and SAP technology solutions.

• Drove strategic growth and client engagement for the SDC EMEA Technology Factory, bridging business needs and SAP technology solutions.
• Identified and pursued new business opportunities, expanding client base and driving revenue growth across EMEA.
• Built and nurtured strong client relationships to understand technology needs and position tailored SAP solutions addressing business challenges.
• Collaborated with technical experts to design and promote a comprehensive SAP portfolio including S/4HANA migrations, upgrades, OS/DB migrations, and cloud transformations.
• Applied deep knowledge of EMEA market dynamics and industry trends to adapt strategies and create client-centric offerings.
• Aligned sales, delivery, and client stakeholders to ensure smooth transitions from proposal to execution.
• Represented Technology Factory in conferences, presentations, and client discussions showcasing SAP expertise and innovation.

Bachelor Degree – University