Saif Farrukh MBA, Ms
About Saif Farrukh MBA, Ms
Saif Farrukh is an experienced SAP Enterprise Architect currently working at Spectrum Brands, Inc. He has held various roles in the SAP domain across multiple companies, including Rexam Beverage Can and Walgreens Boots Alliance, and has a strong educational background with an MBA and MS in Information Systems.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Currently, Saif Farrukh serves as an SAP Enterprise Architect at Spectrum Brands, Inc. since 2020. In this role, he leads the Architecture & Design team to implement SAP S/4 2021 and other SAP components, collaborating with System Integrators such as PWC and Microsoft. He has developed a 'SAP First Strategy' to transition legacy processes to standard SAP functionality. Additionally, he has led initiatives to analyze gaps and develop an Analytics Strategy for Data Warehouse Reporting, as well as created and managed Release Management Strategies for upgrades and global deployment.
Previous Experience
Saif Farrukh has extensive experience in various roles prior to his current position. He worked at Walgreens Boots Alliance as an SAP Technical Architect from 2016 to 2020. Before that, he was employed at Ingredion Incorporated as an SAP Basis Manager from 2014 to 2016 and at PepsiCo International as an SAP Basis Lead from 2008 to 2014. His earlier positions include roles at Rexam Beverage Can, where he served as Project Manager for Business Continuity Planning & Disaster Recovery, and as a System Administrator for UNIX and Windows.
Education and Expertise
Saif Farrukh holds a Master of Science in Information Systems from DePaul University, which he completed from 1999 to 2001. He also earned an MBA in Advertisement & Marketing, Finance, and Operations Management from Osmania University from 1989 to 1991. Additionally, he achieved an ITIL® Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management from Alexos Global Best Practices in 2018. His educational background supports his expertise in SAP architecture and technical management.
Achievements in SAP Implementation
At Spectrum Brands, Saif Farrukh has made significant contributions to SAP implementation. He developed and implemented a Management Reporting Strategy and SAP Data Warehouse Analytics Solution. He has conducted SAP sizing exercises to evaluate data growth trends and archiving options. Furthermore, he evaluated and selected tools for data migration, system copies, data masking, and system carving for divestiture, showcasing his strategic approach to data management and system optimization.
Career Progression
Saif Farrukh's career spans over two decades, beginning as an IT Consultant at UOP from 1996 to 1998. He then transitioned to various roles in the Greater Chicago Area, including positions at RTC and Rexam Beverage Can, where he gained experience in system architecture and project management. His career reflects a consistent focus on SAP technologies and enterprise architecture, leading to his current role at Spectrum Brands.