Balaji Aravamuthan
About Balaji Aravamuthan
Balaji Aravamuthan serves as the President of IT & Digital at Emcure Pharmaceuticals, where he has implemented significant operational efficiencies and led numerous high-stakes projects. With extensive experience in IT management across various companies, he has developed a strong understanding of scalability and international business practices.
Current Role at Emcure Pharmaceuticals Limited
Balaji Aravamuthan serves as the President of IT & Digital at Emcure Pharmaceuticals Limited. In this role, he has been instrumental in realizing global operational efficiencies through SAP rollouts and agile cloud technologies. His leadership has emphasized scalability and international business acumen, contributing significantly to the company's technological advancements.
Previous Experience in IT and Management
Prior to his current position, Balaji held various roles in prominent organizations. He worked at Reliance Industries Limited as a Deputy Manager - SAP and later as a Senior Manager. He also served as Vice President IT at Piramal Enterprises Limited, where he directed IT operations. His tenure at UPL Limited as Global Chief Information Officer further solidified his expertise in managing complex IT infrastructures.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Balaji Aravamuthan completed his Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) at Madurai Kamaraj University from 1985 to 1988. He furthered his education at The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, where he studied Accounting and SAP, achieving his Chartered Accountant (CA) designation between 1990 and 1994. This educational foundation has equipped him with the skills necessary for his extensive career in IT and management.
Achievements in Regulatory Compliance and IT Frameworks
At Emcure Pharmaceuticals, Balaji attained a gold standard in regulatory audit compliance, which strengthened stakeholder trust and underscored the company's commitment to governance. He also engineered the adoption of ITIL and CMM frameworks, optimizing processes and enhancing customer satisfaction levels within the organization.
Project Management and Customer Satisfaction
Balaji has successfully executed 242 high-stakes projects at Emcure Pharmaceuticals, achieving a notable Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) average of 9.2 out of 10. His strategic approach to project management has significantly contributed to the overall success and reliability of the company's IT systems.