Umashankar Saketharaman, PhD
About Umashankar Saketharaman, PhD
Umashankar Saketharaman, PhD, serves as the Vice President and Global Head of Industry CoE at Cigniti Technologies in Bengaluru, India. With over 33 years of experience in supply chain management, technology, and IT/ERP solutions, he has held various leadership roles in prominent companies and is recognized for his strategic thinking and product management expertise.
Work at Cigniti Technologies
Umashankar Saketharaman serves as Vice President & Global Head of Industry CoE at Cigniti Technologies. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives and operational excellence in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. His role involves overseeing industry-specific practices and ensuring alignment with global standards.
Previous Experience at Unisys Global Services India
Prior to joining Cigniti Technologies, Umashankar worked at Unisys Global Services India in Bangalore as Sr. Director of Product Management from 2010 to 2021. In this capacity, he was responsible for leading product management initiatives and driving growth strategies for the organization over an 11-year tenure.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Umashankar holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Marketing/Marketing Management from Pondicherry University, which he completed from 2015 to 2019. He also earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) with a focus on Marketing and Finance from Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar, from 1996 to 1998. Additionally, he achieved a Master of Science (M.S.) in Software Systems from Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, from 2001 to 2003.
Career in Product Management and Strategy
Umashankar has extensive experience in product management and strategy, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. His previous positions include Global Product Manager at Infor (Baan Company) and Principal Product Strategy Manager at Oracle Corporation. He is recognized for his ability to generate new product ideas and transform them into successful commercial ventures.
Expertise in Supply Chain Management
With over 33 years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, and IT/ERP solutions, Umashankar has developed a strong competency in assessing and designing effective solutions to meet customer needs. His background includes roles such as Assistant Manager in Supply Chain at Caterpillar India and significant contributions to the manufacturing sector, particularly in heavy engineering and automotive industries.