Rahul Ranjan – SAP Solution & Lead Architect & Technology Leader With over 19 years of experience in SAP solution architecture, product development, implementation, and global team leadership, Rahul is a distinguished leader in his field. A certified SAP professional, he has consistently delivered successful projects and enterprise-grade products, demonstrating exceptional technical leadership and efficiently managing global teams. His strong academic foundation, holding a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, complements his extensive technical expertise and industry experience. Rahul’s proficiency spans a wide range of SAP and non-SAP cloud technologies, underpinned by deep expertise in SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), SAP S/4HANA, microservices, AI-driven analytics, and hybrid cloud integrations. He has designed and implemented scalable, secure, cost-effective cloud solutions for enterprise clients. His problem-solving skills and ability to align solutions with business growth showcase his versatility in the technology industry. As a cross-product solution architect in SAP’s product engineering team, Rahul is at the forefront of designing cutting-edge, cloud-native SAP products to meet the evolving needs of the global consumer industry market. In his role as Lead Architect, he ensures technical excellence for all SAP products within the Revenue Growth Management (RGM) portfolio. viii Rahul possesses unique capabilities in influencing individuals at all levels, from Clevel executives to developers. His exceptional communication and relationship-building skills enable him to effectively convey complex technical concepts and align diverse teams toward common goals. Rahul’s project management expertise has been instrumental in delivering successful outcomes, ensuring timely project delivery through meticulous management of timelines, resources, budgets, and vendor relationships. His adaptability and attention to detail result in high-quality solutions that consistently meet and exceed customer expectations. As a technical leader, Rahul provides mentorship and guidance, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning. He focuses on team development, ensuring a thriving work environment. Within SAP, he is regarded as a distinguished technical architect with deep expertise in SAP products and proprietary development methodologies. Rahul has participated in five full life-cycle SAP implementation projects across international boundaries, gaining insights into global business practices and diverse cultural perspectives. Key Achievements 1. Consumer Industry Cloud Data Platform Rahul played a key role in designing the Consumer Industry Cloud (CIC) Data Platform, which enables SAP to monetize data for analytics and AI use cases. This platform delivers data as a product for SAP’s industry solutions, enhancing customer value propositions and enterprise scalability. 2. Revenue Growth Management (RGM) – Scalable & AI-Driven Platform Rahul has been instrumental in designing and delivering a highly scalable Revenue Growth Management (RGM) solution on SAP BTP – Kyma runtime. This solution integrates AI-driven analytics, microservices, and predictive modeling, empowering enterprises to: 1. Optimize trade promotion planning and execution. ix 2. Enhance profitability through intelligent forecasting and spend analysis. 3. Seamlessly integrate with SAP Settlement Management for automated claim processing. 4. Enable real-time visibility into trade investments, improving ROI. This cloud-native RGM solution has significantly improved revenue forecasting, margin optimization, and strategic decision-making for SAP’s enterprise clients. 3. Commodity Risk Analytical Platform for Oil & Gas Rahul designed a highly optimized risk analytical platform for a leading global oil and gas company, integrating data from operational systems, commodity exchanges, and external sources. This platform: 1. Enables real-time trade risk assessment. 2. Runs simulations to evaluate trade positions. 3. Provides AI-driven corrective action recommendations. This solution has helped clients optimize decision-making, mitigate risks, and achieve multi-million-dollar savings. 4. Order Promise Optimization for a High-Tech Enterprise Rahul proposed a solution for a high-tech enterprise in Seoul, South Korea, optimizing order promise dates while protecting business priorities. This solution: 1. Considers real-time stock availability and allocated capacity. 2. Evaluates capacity across multiple plants and storage locations. 3. Enhances profitability and operational efficiency. His proposal was instrumental in helping SAP secure multi-million-dollar deals, showcasing his ability to drive high-impact business solutions. 5. Warehouse Optimization for Coca-Cola Rahul led the development of Coca-Cola’s warehouse voice-picking solution across North America, significantly improving warehouse efficiency. This system: 1. Optimized forklift work assignments.