Pruthvi Nath Koyyalagunta

In this role, I led initiatives to promote and implement out-of-the-box ERP solutions, effectively reducing customization needs and enhancing system efficiency. I was actively involved in business process optimization, contributing to measurable improvements in global payroll operations.

Key responsibilities included:

• Translating complex business requirements into scalable, integrated ERP solutions aligned with strategic business goals
• Defining project scope and objectives, ensuring alignment with organizational processes and compliance standards
• Conducting detailed business systems and workflow analysis, and clearly communicating functional requirements to cross-functional stakeholders
• Collaborating with business units, IMT teams, external vendors, and end users throughout the project lifecycle
• Supporting solution design and prototyping, developing and executing comprehensive test scenarios, and assisting the training team to ensure user adoption
• Driving quality assurance through hands-on involvement in functional and parallel payroll testing, with a strong focus on data integrity
• Providing ongoing application support and resolving ERP-related issues through root cause analysis and end-to-end troubleshooting
• Developing clear and user-friendly training materials, user guides, and support documentation to facilitate change management and knowledge transfer

In my previous role as Global Dayforce Senior IT Analyst for four years, I played a key role in the successful global implementation of Dayforce HCM, focusing on Payroll and Time & Attendance modules. I was responsible for analyzing business requirements and translating them into detailed functional specification documents, ensuring solutions met both operational needs and compliance standards.

Key responsibilities included:

• Leading business analysis and solution design efforts, converting requirements into scalable Dayforce configurations
• Conducting unit testing, performing risk assessments, and planning instance strategies to maintain system integrity and performance
• Developing and executing detailed test scenarios, reviewing current and future state Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and supporting the business through UAT and payroll parallel testing
• Coordinating and leading project Go-live activities, ensuring smooth cutover and post-implementation stability
• Delivering targeted end-user training sessions and preparing comprehensive documentation to drive adoption and process consistency

During my tenure at Sherwin-Williams, I built deep functional and technical expertise in Dayforce, including configuration, reporting, and process optimization. My contributions significantly improved payroll accuracy, system efficiency, and operational scalability across global regions.

In this role, I served as a key liaison between the client and delivery teams, managing client interactions to gather detailed requirements and provide optimal solutions through a structured onsite–offshore delivery model. I was responsible for ensuring the seamless execution of enhancements and support fixes, while maintaining alignment with project timelines and business expectations.

Key responsibilities included:

• Translating functional requirements into clear technical specifications and coordinating with the offshore development team for accurate execution
• Leading and participating in solution discussions, addressing client queries, and providing best-fit, scalable solutions to business challenges
• Driving project delivery with a strong focus on quality, timeliness, and minimal deviation from scope
• Identifying business pain points and proactively recommending process improvements to enhance operational efficiency
• Managing and mentoring an offshore team of four, ensuring collaborative progress and high-quality deliverables across tasks

This role emphasized my ability to bridge business and technical teams, deliver tailored ERP solutions, and lead geographically distributed teams effectively.

In this capacity, I served as the interim IT Lead for the World Health Organization (WHO), stepping in to ensure continuity and high-quality solution delivery during a critical transition period. My role focused on overseeing solution design, vendor deliverables, and cross-functional coordination.

Key responsibilities included:

• Reviewed and evaluated vendor-provided solutions, ensuring alignment with business requirements, technical feasibility, and long-term maintainability
• Assessed and proposed optimized solutions for complex business needs, balancing cost, effort, and system capability
• Reviewed vendor effort estimations and participated in negotiations to optimize delivery timelines and budgets
• Delivered multiple minor enhancements to improve system functionality and user experience
• Collaborated closely with the business team on complex support issues, enabling effective resolution and guiding the team through detailed testing scenarios

This role demonstrated my ability to lead in a high-stakes environment, make informed decisions, and maintain seamless collaboration across business, vendor, and technical teams.

In this role, I played a critical role across the full project lifecycle, contributing to solution design, stakeholder engagement, and technical delivery of a high-impact Oracle Payroll & HRMS implementation. My involvement spanned from effort estimation and RFP preparation to go-live, ensuring the project met its strategic objectives within stringent timelines.

Key contributions included:

• Supported the onsite lead in effort estimation, solution analysis, and RFP submission, laying the groundwork for successful project initiation
• Conducted detailed Proof of Concept (PoC) sessions, helping business stakeholders understand Oracle system capabilities, limitations, and best-fit solutions for their requirements
• Led and contributed to key technical deliverables including:
  Solution design and implementation
  OAF self-service and approval logic enhancements
  Unique reference design updates
  Complex HRMS to Payroll interface logic changes
  Advanced Payroll setups, including Fast Formula configurations
• Provided hands-on support to team members on complex technical tasks, ensuring consistency and quality in deliverables
• Participated actively in client meetings during design and testing phases, ensuring transparency and alignment across all stakeholders

Achievements:

• Received consistent appreciation from business users and client IT teams for technical expertise, quality delivery, and dedication
• Successfully delivered the project within tight deadlines without compromising quality
• Achieved a zero-defect go-live, earning client trust and establishing strong rapport in a short time frame

As a Techno functional Lead, I was responsible for managing offshore delivery, driving technical excellence, and ensuring the successful execution of complex payroll and HRMS-related enhancements and support activities within Oracle E-Business Suite.

Key responsibilities included:

• Organized and assigned work across the team based on complexity and skill alignment to ensure balanced workload and optimal productivity
• Mentored junior team members through structured KT (Knowledge Transfer) sessions, fostering skill development and knowledge continuity
• Participated in multiple Request for Change (RFC) discussions, contributing to solution design and representing the technical team in client meetings
• Delivered complex Oracle Payroll setups and enhancements, aligning system capabilities with evolving business requirements
• Took ownership of resolving critical production issues during the support phase, ensuring minimal business disruption and timely resolution
• Provided strong technical support to the onsite lead, including validating design approaches and answering critical implementation queries
• Acted as the primary offshore client liaison in the absence of the onsite lead, managing communication, solution clarification, and delivery expectations
• Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, promoting a cohesive and high-performing support environment

This role showcased my leadership, deep functional-technical knowledge, and ability to guide teams through complex ERP landscapes while maintaining quality and client satisfaction.

In this foundational role, I developed strong expertise in Oracle E-Business Suite by working on core technical components and progressively expanding into functional areas of Payroll and HRMS. This experience laid the groundwork for my deep understanding of both technical development and business process alignment.

Key contributions included:

• Developed and maintained Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, Forms, and Workflows, ensuring stable performance and quick resolution of production bugs
• Took ownership of production issue resolution, applying effective debugging techniques and root cause analysis to maintain business continuity
• Collaborated closely with functional teams and, through strong team support and self-learning, gained a solid understanding of Payroll processes, enabling active contribution to solution discussions
• Delivered minor yet critical enhancements in Payroll, including:
  Payroll element setups
  Fast Formula modifications
  Custom reports using XML Publisher
• Worked across tools such as Toad, SQL*Plus, Workflow Builder, and Oracle BI/XML Publisher to build and maintain robust ERP solutions
• Developed hands-on skills in Oracle R12 database structures, enhancing my ability to bridge the gap between technical logic and business needs

This role demonstrated my quick learning ability, adaptability, and willingness to take initiative, which allowed me to transition effectively from a purely technical role to one contributing meaningfully on the functional front as well.