Chandan (Narahari) Vhavale
SAP GTS Solution Architect
Experience
May 2024 - Present
1 year 3 monthsSAP GTS Project Manager
Clyptus Software
- Implemented SAP GTS E4H 2020 version from blue printing stage to cutover activities for Phase 1, covering all configuration steps for compliance management module.
- Activated FI payment screening in GTS, including extensive testing (FUT, SIT, UAT).
- Integrated Descartes MFT for automated file transfer to GTS for SPL screening.
- Configured SPL on HANA algorithm and fine-tuned it for better hits based on master data quality.
- Worked on custom developments, including disabling legal control checks for RMA document flows and activating US Re-export legal controls for RU, Ukraine.
- Customized audit trail BP and document reports to meet business-required templates.
- Provided hypercare support and transitioned project to AMS model, handling SOW negotiations and sign-offs.
Jul 2021 - Aug 2023
2 years 2 monthsSenior Consultant
IBM Consulting
- Managed implementation, roll-out, and development projects for SAP GTS in a DevOps model with client SLB.
- Integrated SAP GTS with SD, MM, FI systems and successfully rolled out legal control for 50+ countries.
- Specialized in compliance management, Intrastat reporting, and risk management modules.
- Configured SPL on HANA algorithm and embargo control, including partial embargo license setup.
- Integrated GTS with master data content providers and implemented US EAR legal regulations.
- Rolled out Intrastat reporting for EU countries (France, Netherlands, Denmark).
- Established global compliance and legal control for shipments to Russia.
- Developed custom solutions for HTS-based US re-export controls for specific HTS codes.
Jun 2020 - Jul 2021
1 year 2 monthsAssociate Consultant
Tata Consultancy Services
- Configured SAP GTS system connections, activated BADI’s and Change Pointers, and set control settings for document transfer from feeder systems.
- Managed SPL screening, including job setups and coordination with external parties (Descartes, Dow Jones).
- Configured compliance management activation for WH sites (SPL on HANA screening algorithm).
- Setup legal control schemas and license determination strategies for US Re-export processes.
- Rolled out compliance management for multiple countries (France, New Zealand, Denmark, Austria, Estonia).
- Supported preference processing assessment for USCMA and Japan-EU agreements.
- Handled ITSM Remedy tool for BAU support tickets and issue tracking.
- Provided routine support for CRB and break-fix issues in SAP SD module.
May 2014 - Jun 2015
1 year 2 monthsKey Account Manager
Ricoh India Limited
- Managed global account sales for technology and managed print services.
- Led order-to-cash cycle processes for specific business lines within the organization.
- Collaborated with executive leaders across units to drive business revenues in critical verticals such as office products, managed document services, cloud services, and healthcare enterprise accounts.
- Negotiated and closed deals with C-level executives.
Jan 2013 - May 2014
1 year 5 monthsKey Account Manager
Staples Office Products Pvt Ltd
- Managed B2B corporate sales for technology and office solution products.
- Conducted order-to-cash cycle management and interfaced with corporate stakeholders.
- Delivered product demonstrations and presentations with a focus on differentiation.
- Used Salesforce CRM for sales activity tracking and reporting, and Navision ERP for order tracking.
- Worked collaboratively across teams to enhance account relationships and revenue streams.
- Managed collections and suggested procurement of new products to customers.
Aug 2011 - Jan 2013
1 year 6 monthsAccount Manager
Wep Solutions Pvt Ltd
- Managed B2B corporate sales and operations for managed print services and office automation.
- Oversaw order-to-cash cycles and ensured SLA targets were met.
- Coordinated with service teams for accurate meter readings and bill submission.
- Ensured timely payment realization for services rendered.
Summary
Having 9 years of experience as Functional consultant working in SAP GTS.
Proficiency in analysing and translating business requirements to Functional requirements, and delivering the solution as per the best industry practises.
Apply deep technical understanding of trade compliance operations practices and procedures, problem solving and leadership skills to support trade compliance operations team and day to day activities and provide onboarding training and coaching to junior team members.
Proficiency in the niche functionalities in GTS – SPL, Legal control US Re-export legal regulation setup based on ECCN as well as HTS, simplified import and export customs declaration procedures (Sweden- Tullverket) & US AES e-filing, bonded warehouse- UK SHTC, FTZ, preference trade management, Intrastat reporting.
Languages
English
Advanced
Hindi
Intermediate
Education
Oct 2011 - Present
P.E.S Institute of Technology
MBA · Marketing · India · 69%
Oct 2008 - Present
R.N.S Institute of Technology
B.E · Electronics & Communications · India · 60%
Certifications & licenses
C_TSCM62_66 – SAP Certified Application Associate
S4 HANA Sales Upskilling 2021
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