Thomas R.

Program Manager | Nvidia Certified Generative AI & LLM | SAP Time Management | Driving transformative strategies with advanced AI technology and data analytics to fuel innovation and deliver impactful results.

Houston, Texas, United States

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Experience

  • Executive Business Consultant / Program Manager (Contract Role) at Delta Airlines
    Aug 2023 - Mar 2024 · 8 mos

    Collaborated with various teams and project managers to assist the upgrade of internal systems. Aligned with multiple cross-functional teams to identify system upgrade needs, implementing data driven decision making processes, resulting in a 20% improvement in project efficiency. Responsible for management reporting on key projects, maintaining a balance between innovation and operational efficiency. Developed and executed product strategy for internal HR Tools, focusing on user experience and developer needs.

  • Program Manager at SAP
    Oct 2018 - Apr 2023 · 4 yrs 7 mos

    Member of the Program Management Team responsible for creation and implementation of SAP HR Technology Programs. I’ve been instrumental in the conceptualization and implementation of SAP HR Technology Programs. I’ve placed a strong emphasis on stakeholder management, effectively balancing the expectations of a diverse array of internal and external stakeholders. Collaborated closely with engineering teams, participating in Agile ceremonies and translating developer needs into product features. I’ve developed robust communication standards across a large portfolio of programs. Ensuring clear and prompt interactions with executives and key partners, while contributing to our programs overall success. Selected Achievements/Contributions: ● Launched a Customer Zero program leveraging advanced AI and ML capabilities in SAP products ● Led and managed geographically dispersed teams to drive outcomes across global Cloud HR Projects. ● Implemented data analytics tools to drive product decisions, resulting in a 30% increase in user adoption rates. ● Developed a global program strategic roadmap for 72 countries, prioritizing legal requirements and minimizing legal and operational risks.

  • Senior SAP Consultant at SAP SuccessFactors
    Oct 2012 - Oct 2018 · 6 yrs 1 mo

    Performed as global consulting product leader for time and attendance, while developing a model company for EC Time Off. Advised and executed global business requirements for all aspects of SF-Time Off and the SF-Payroll Time Sheet based on global leading practice, government regulations, and localization requirements. Administered and led large, complex global time and attendance projects through SuccessFactors and SAP project life cycles in 19+ countries. My top achievements within this role are following: ● Successfully reduced project time period by 100% through application of advanced configuration strategies and model company methodology. ● Created SAP SuccessFactors program to standardize customer projects, resulting in increased efficiency, ● Directed development and implementation of advanced technical problem-solving initiatives for clients, while successfully delivering tailored solutions. ● Acted as product lead for global SAP SuccessFactors consulting projects.

  • Sap Human Resources Consultant at SAP
    Aug 2007 - Nov 2012 · 5 yrs 4 mos

    I've designed and configured SAP On Premise HR Systems for major global corporations, while working directly with HCM Service Delivery Models and Service Level Agreements. This experience includes guiding clients through our Activate Methodology, Workshops, facilitating decisions based on Leading Practice solutions, guiding configuration and subsequent testing and end user training. While my primary consulting focus is on Time Management, this has allowed me to work directly with the Time Evaluation Schema TM04, Cross Application Time Sheet (CATS), User Exits, and Personnel Calculation Rules for generating quotas and Overtime Calculations.

  • SAP Process Expert – Internal Consulting Team at CEMEX USA
    Jul 2005 - Aug 2007 · 2 yrs 2 mos

    My role as SAP Process Expert included managing the SAP Implementation of Time Management for our Implementation in 6 European Countries. This position has allowed me the opportunity to establish an Expert Knowledge Level from the technical and functional perspective, in SAP Time Management. In addition, I have a very strong Functional Knowledge in the SAP areas of Payroll, Business Intelligence, HR Security, HR Reports & HR Workflows. I’ve also leaded our Human Resources SAP Support Delivery Team with HR Services Europe for our SAP European Implementation Teams in UK, Germany, France, Ireland and Poland.