Shekar Jayashankar

Orchestrated the RFP development process to transition from the legacy Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains ERP to a modern, cloud-based integrated ERP solution under the ERP Modernization Program. Spearheaded the migration and redesign of enterprise intranet and content management to Microsoft SharePoint Online, modernizing document and records management under the Microsoft 365 Modern Workplace initiative.

Orchestrated implementation of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOx) regulatory framework by defining controls, processes, IPE (Information Produced by the Entity), in-scope systems, and working with external auditors to certify the overall design and effectiveness of Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR).

Orchestrated the development of a Request For Proposal (RFP) for the City of Victoria client to replace end-of-life JD Edwards ERP with a modern cloud-based solution.

Orchestrated implementation of Asset Retirement Obligations (ARO) accounting standard using Oracle PeopleSoft FSCM to reflect relevant, accurate and complete information reported in the Annual Financial Report.

Orchestrated replacing WTBS legacy ERP system with a modernized, scalable, and cloud-based (SaaS) Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&SCM ERP solution for Suncor wholesale fuel delivery and distribution and enabled bring your own device, streamlined process efficiency, optimized data for timely reporting, and improved customer experience.

Spearheaded SAP implementations, upgrades, custom application developments, infrastructure, and legacy system migrations to on-premise and cloud platforms and improved customer experience, revenue growth, and productivity.

• Accelerated order to cash process redesign for Enbridge Pipeline client and improved customer experience, operational efficiencies, automated manual processes, enhanced analysis, reporting, and real-time capabilities. • Orchestrated migration of legacy applications and disaster recovery capabilities for Canadian Pacific Railway client, reduced the risk of critical failure, and enabled the deployment of new applications in stable environments.

• Steered SAP 4.5b technical upgrade for Altria client and successfully remediated order to cash business processes. • Integrated oracle transportation management with legacy systems for Toyota Motor Sales client and improved TLS efficiency, enhanced shipping routing capabilities, timely and accurate vehicle delivery information. • Spearheaded implementation of TRC II shRNA system for Sigma Aldrich client and increased sales volume through global system access and B2B clients to view and order configurable and validated clones with pricing flexibility. • Fostered functional automation for Network Appliance, Liberty Travel, and Lawson clients, reduced test efforts, and improved product quality.

Embraced Test Driven Development using XP methodology and improved product code quality for Bayer client