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2025-09-16 16:48:37

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TBE105779

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2025-09-16 16:06:10

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Alok Chakraborty

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Question 1 : Provide a brief description / background of your nominated organizational, departmental, team, or individual circumstance. (Your response to this question will be used for public display if your entry is awarded.)

Alok Chakraborty is a distinguished leader in global digital supply chain transformation, recognized for his ability to integrate advanced technologies with strategic business objectives. With extensive executive experience at PepsiCo, Callaway Golf, and Deloitte ( Solventum Project), he has successfully led multi-country logistics and transportation programs, delivering enterprise-wide digital solutions that enhance efficiency, visibility, and operational resilience. His expertise spans SAP, AI, IoT, and intelligent ERP systems, enabling organizations to achieve real-time supply chain insights, automation of critical processes, and optimized decision-making across global operations. At PepsiCo, he served as Logistics IT Process Lead for Europe, leading the design and deployment of SAP logistics templates that were later adopted globally, including North America. He held end-to-end responsibility for architecture, cross-country deployment, and team leadership, influencing enterprise operations and setting standards for global logistics process design, . At Callaway Golf, as Global Transportation Lead Architect, he drove the Infor Nexus integration, achieving 100% automated data flow between SAP and external vendors, reducing supply chain delays by over 40%, and establishing frameworks that became enterprise-wide best practices. At Deloitte, he led SAP Logistics and Transportation Management for the Solventum project, a $200M global ERP initiative spanning 20+ countries and multiple business units, delivering automation, error reduction, and scalable solutions that shaped enterprise standards. Alok’s leadership extends beyond project execution to industry influence and thought leadership. He has consistently demonstrated the ability to align technology with strategic goals, mentor global teams, and establish operational frameworks that are applicable and sustainable. His innovative solutions have enhanced collaboration across cross-functional teams, reduced operational risk, and delivered measurable business impact, including cost savings, faster turnaround times, and process standardization. He is a senior member of IEEE, and a Fellow of both IETE and Hackathon Raptors, reflecting his recognized expertise and contributions to the field of digital transformation. Alok Chakraborty’s work exemplifies executive leadership, innovation, and global influence, positioning him as a transformative figure in supply chain technology and a benchmark for industry excellence. His sustained impact on organizational performance and global supply chain practices makes him an outstanding leader in the Digital Supply Chain Transformation projects.

Question 2 : Outline your nominated organizational, departmental, team, or individual achievements, dated 1-3 years prior, based on your selected categories.

1. Deloitte – Solventum Project (2024–2025)
Role: Lead SAP Logistics – Transportation Management
Scope: $200M global ERP implementation across 20+ countries and 7 business units
Key Achievements:
Architected scalable SAP TM logistics frameworks, reducing shipment processing time by 80%.
Streamlined workflows from 12 manual steps to 5, improving operational throughput.
Reduced operational leakage, generating over $70 million in annual savings.
Achieved over 80% reduction in transactional errors with real-time SAP-WMS integration.
Solutions adopted across multiple waves and integrated into Deloitte’s global SAP training programs, establishing enterprise-wide best practices.
Recognized as a global reference for SAP TM standards, invited to lead knowledge-sharing sessions across Deloitte’s centers of excellence.

2. Callaway Golf – Infor Nexus Project (2023–2024)
Role: Global Transportation Lead Architect
Scope: Multi-country digital supply chain transformation
Key Achievements:
Delivered 100% automated data flow between SAP and external vendors, reducing errors by 80% and supply chain delays by 40%.
Designed integration frameworks adopted as enterprise standards for vendor onboarding and shipment execution.
Held final architectural authority for global logistics strategy and mentored cross-functional teams.
Solutions replicated in Canada, UK, Europe, and Asia, demonstrating global scalability and organizational impact.

3. PepsiCo – Europe Deployment (2021–2023)
Role: Logistics IT Process Lead – Europe
Scope: Multi-country SAP logistics deployment across Poland, Ireland, and the UK
Key Achievements:
Developed SAP logistics templates and global standards later adopted in North America.
Implemented real-time transportation management and warehouse integration, achieving end-to-end visibility.
Led distributed teams across Europe and India, providing governance, mentoring, and final design approvals.
Generated over $80 million annually in savings from reduced leakage costs, improving on-time delivery,
and increasing revenue by 30%.

Professional Recognition:
Senior Member of IEEE; Fellow of IETE and Hackathon Raptors.
Published multiple research articles on SAP, AI, IoT, and predictive analytics, bridging academic insights with enterprise transformation.
Served as a peer reviewer for multiple international journals, demonstrating expertise and influence in the research community.
Featured and interviewed by media outlets including Success Quarterly and Tech Bullion, reflecting industry recognition and thought leadership.
Recognized as a top-tier leader in global digital supply chain transformation, influencing enterprise and industry best practices.

Question 3 : Provide examples of the strategies / plans you have introduced, in order to attain your nominated organizational, departmental, team, or individual achievements. Explain why the highlighted achievements are significant / unique.

1. End-to-End Supply Chain Digitization Strategy: Introduced a holistic digital transformation roadmap integrating SAP S/4HANA, Transportation Management (TM), Extended Warehouse Management (EWM), and predictive analytics tools. 
Implementation: Designed scalable architecture templates adopted across multiple countries and business units; established standardized workflows and automation protocols to reduce manual interventions. 
Significance: Delivered real-time visibility, eliminated bottlenecks, and created a global reference model for future ERP and logistics rollouts, making it unique in scope and impact.

2. Automation and Process Optimization Strategy: Streamlined logistics workflows by mapping end-to-end processes and implementing AI-driven predictive analytics and automation tools. 
Implementation: Reduced shipment processing from 4 hours to 45 minutes, cut manual steps from 12 to 5, and integrated real-time SAP-WMS data flow for error-free operations. 
Significance: Outcomes were quantifiable, scalable, and replicable, setting new operational benchmarks across multiple regions.

3. Global Standardization of Enterprise Platforms Strategy: Introduced cross-functional governance boards and global solution councils to ensure alignment of SAP logistics design across markets. 
Implementation: Led multinational teams, evaluated and mentored regional leads, and established final design sign-off processes for IT logistics decisions. Significance: Created enterprise-wide operational standards, providing consistency, resilience, and efficiency across Europe, North America, and Asia.

4. Knowledge Dissemination and Thought Leadership Strategy: Leveraged research, publications, and industry engagement to drive knowledge sharing and promote best practices. 
Implementation: Authored multiple peer-reviewed articles, reviewed research for international journals, and conducted knowledge-sharing sessions at Deloitte’s centers of excellence. 
Significance: Ensured sustained influence, improving project execution and shaping broader industry adoption of SAP, AI, and IoT-enabled logistics solutions.

5. Stakeholder Collaboration and Change Management Strategy: Engaged internal and external stakeholders, including vendors, leadership teams, and technical experts, to align strategy with business objectives. 
Implementation: Regular executive briefings, steering committee participation, and mentoring sessions for cross-functional teams. 
Significance: Fostered buy-in, minimized disruption, and ensured adoption of new systems across multiple geographies, differentiating this transformation from standard deployments.

6. Risk Management and Business Continuity Strategy: Integrated predictive monitoring and contingency planning into all logistics workflows. 
Implementation: Developed automated alerts for transportation and inventory anomalies, ensuring rapid response to disruptions. 
Significance: Reduced operational downtime and mitigated supply chain risks.

Optional Context for Judges (Not for publication. This section is solely for judges' evaluation.)

Alok Chakraborty is a globally recognized leader in digital supply chain transformation, with over 22 years of deep expertise in Supply Chain IT. He has successfully led high-impact initiatives at Deloitte, Callaway Golf, PepsiCo, and Solventum, delivering measurable operational efficiency, cost savings, and strategic innovation across Europe, North America, and Asia. His work spans SAP S/4HANA, Transportation Management (TM), Extended Warehouse Management (EWM), predictive analytics, AI, and IoT integration, establishing him as a thought leader in enterprise logistics modernization.

Alok’s contributions extend beyond standard project execution. He has been featured in Success Quarterly and Tech Bullion, highlighting his pioneering strategies in integrating digital technologies for real-time, AI-driven supply chain solutions. His ability to translate complex technological frameworks into tangible business outcomes is evident in achievements such as reducing shipment processing from four hours to 45 minutes, eliminating transactional errors, and creating enterprise-wide templates and governance frameworks now adopted across multiple regions.

In addition to operational impact, Alok demonstrates sustained thought leadership. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed research articles, reviewed international journals, and led knowledge-sharing sessions at Deloitte’s centers of excellence. These efforts have shaped industry practices, promoting best practices in SAP, AI, and IoT-enabled logistics solutions.

Key differentiators include:
Operational Excellence: Streamlined logistics workflows and implemented end-to-end digitization strategies, setting new global benchmarks.
Global Influence: Standardized SAP logistics frameworks adopted across multiple countries, ensuring consistency, resilience, and scalability.
Innovation & Sustainability: Deployed AI and IoT for route optimization, warehouse efficiency, and packaging improvements, reducing carbon emissions while enhancing operational performance.
Strategic Leadership: Engaged executives, vendors, and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless adoption of digital initiatives and alignment with business objectives.

Alok Chakraborty’s combination of 22 years of experience, global influence, media recognition, and sustained innovation positions him as a top-tier executive in digital transformation. His visionary leadership, measurable results, and industry impact make him a compelling candidate for Digital Supply Chain Transformation Leader.

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