Venkatesan (Venkat) Ramanathan
About Venkatesan (Venkat) Ramanathan
Venkatesan (Venkat) Ramanathan is a Delivery Manager SAP CoE Project Lead at HTC Global Services with over 32 years of industry experience, specializing in financial modules and SAP leadership.
Title and Current Role
Venkatesan (Venkat) Ramanathan currently serves as Delivery Manager SAP CoE Project Lead at HTC Global Services. In addition to his role as Delivery Manager, he also holds the position of Delivery Head. His responsibilities include overseeing project delivery and managing the Center of Excellence (CoE) for SAP. His tenure at HTC Global Services began in 2023 and is based in India with a hybrid working arrangement.
Previous Work Experience
Venkat's career spans over 32 years, with significant roles in various companies. He has served as an Automation Specialist Level 2 at Ford Motor Company, a Solution Architect at Drive Medical Inc, and a Senior Solution Architect in SAP Finance at HTC Global Services. Additionally, he has worked in consultant and project management roles at Kaar Technologies, Tata Consultancy Services, and Orane Consulting Private Limited. His early career included roles as Assistant Development Manager and Manager at Sun Technosystems Pte Ltd and as a Systems Executive at Coromandel Software Ltd.
Education and Certifications
Venkat holds an MBA - IT from Aberystwyth University, achieved between 2008 and 2010, and has completed a PGDC in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science from the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, in 2024. Additionally, he has a Diploma in Information Technology from Informatics Singapore, focusing on system analysis and programming. His educational background has provided a strong foundation for his extensive career in SAP and project management.
Expertise in SAP and Financial Modules
Venkat specializes in financial modules, with experience in over 14 end-to-end implementation, rollouts, and support projects. His expertise is further demonstrated through his roles in SAP ERP S/4HANA leadership and presales management. He has substantial onsite implementation experience in multiple countries, including Singapore, Qatar, KSA, Oman, China, and India. His deep understanding of financial modules and his leadership in SAP projects have been integral to his professional journey.
International Project Management Experience
Throughout his career, Venkat has accumulated extensive international experience. He has led SAP implementation projects in various global locations such as Singapore, Qatar, KSA, China, Oman, and India. His roles have included senior consultancy, project management, and program management, allowing him to oversee complex projects and deliver solutions across different industries. This international perspective has equipped him with a diverse skill set, enhancing his capabilities in managing global teams and projects.