08/24/2026 updated
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SAP EWM Functional Lead & Consultant
Bengaluru, India
Only remote
MBA (Business Management) - Xavier Institute of Management, BhubaneswarAbout me
Girish Kumar Rath is a Senior Consultant and SAP EWM Functional Lead with expertise in warehouse management, supply chain optimization, and SAP EWM implementations. Passionate about delivering efficient business solutions and driving operational excellence through technology.
Six Sigma MethodologyLean Six SigmaLean Six Sigma Green BeltSAP Customizing/KonfigurationSAP Functional ConsultingSAP HANASAP ImplementationSAP Solution ManagerWorkflowsSAP EWM
SAP EWM Configuration
Extensive configuration and customization of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) functionalities, including inbound and outbound processes, POSC and LOSC staging, putaway, handling units, replenishment strategies, and RF scanner integration on S/4HANA environments.
Warehouse Process Optimization
Design and implementation of warehouse process improvements resulting in measurable outcomes such as 15% reduction in delays, 18% improvement in shipping accuracy, 12% increase in production line efficiency, and 70% automation of repetitive outbound tasks.
SAP Module Integration
Integration of SAP EWM with MM, TM, SD, and QM modules to ensure smooth data flow and operational efficiency across cross-functional teams, including PI processes and internal movement management.
Inventory Management
Analysis and implementation of inventory optimization strategies using SAP EWM, including stock placement and removal strategies, inventory tracking systems, and real-time data capture via RF devices.
PPF Actions & Automation
Development and execution of PPF actions to automate printing and email triggers during outbound delivery creation, enabling significant reduction of manual errors in warehouse operations.
JIRA & SAP Solution Manager
Collaboration with technical teams on requirement gathering, defect tracking, and change request management using JIRA and SAP Solution Manager, including resolution of 150+ defects during SIT and UAT cycles.
Microsoft Office & Business Analytics
Proficient use of Microsoft Office tools including Word and Excel, as well as business analytics and intelligence tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and PowerPoint for reporting and data analysis.
Financial & Credit Analysis
Authoring rating rationales, analyzing debt instruments, conducting ratio analysis, and developing financial models for greenfield projects to support credit analysis and risk assessment.
Lean Six Sigma
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (KPMG), applying process improvement methodologies to optimize operational workflows and reduce inefficiencies.
Extensive configuration and customization of SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) functionalities, including inbound and outbound processes, POSC and LOSC staging, putaway, handling units, replenishment strategies, and RF scanner integration on S/4HANA environments.
Warehouse Process Optimization
Design and implementation of warehouse process improvements resulting in measurable outcomes such as 15% reduction in delays, 18% improvement in shipping accuracy, 12% increase in production line efficiency, and 70% automation of repetitive outbound tasks.
SAP Module Integration
Integration of SAP EWM with MM, TM, SD, and QM modules to ensure smooth data flow and operational efficiency across cross-functional teams, including PI processes and internal movement management.
Inventory Management
Analysis and implementation of inventory optimization strategies using SAP EWM, including stock placement and removal strategies, inventory tracking systems, and real-time data capture via RF devices.
PPF Actions & Automation
Development and execution of PPF actions to automate printing and email triggers during outbound delivery creation, enabling significant reduction of manual errors in warehouse operations.
JIRA & SAP Solution Manager
Collaboration with technical teams on requirement gathering, defect tracking, and change request management using JIRA and SAP Solution Manager, including resolution of 150+ defects during SIT and UAT cycles.
Microsoft Office & Business Analytics
Proficient use of Microsoft Office tools including Word and Excel, as well as business analytics and intelligence tools such as Power BI, Tableau, and PowerPoint for reporting and data analysis.
Financial & Credit Analysis
Authoring rating rationales, analyzing debt instruments, conducting ratio analysis, and developing financial models for greenfield projects to support credit analysis and risk assessment.
Lean Six Sigma
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (KPMG), applying process improvement methodologies to optimize operational workflows and reduce inefficiencies.
Experience
Professional experience5 - 10 years
Freelancer since2026
Languages
EnglishFluent
Project history
Implementation of POSC and LOSC to streamline staging and putaway processes. Achieved 15% reduction in delays across 3 warehouses. Configured and managed Handling Units for optimized goods receipt and outbound processes. Improved shipping accuracy by 18% through HU tracking and labeling. Developed PPF actions to automate printing and email triggers. Enabled 70% automation of repetitive outbound tasks. Integrated RF scanner interface for real-time data capture. Reduced inventory mismatches by 25%. Increased production line efficiency by 12%. Collaborated with technical teams using JIRA and SAP Solution Manager. Resolved 150+ defects during SIT and UAT cycles.
Spearheaded SAP EWM implementation for a major distribution center, achieving 30% improvement in order fulfillment accuracy. Led end-to-end SAP EWM implementations on S/4HANA, improving warehouse operations by 15%. Configured EWM functionalities including inbound/outbound processes, resource management, and monitoring tools. Trained 50+ end-users, achieving 25% increase in system proficiency. Implemented replenishment strategies. Integrated EWM with MM, TM, SD, and QM modules. Executed PI processes and managed internal movements. Improved transaction speed by 20% via RF devices and SAP console. Provided post-implementation support. Analyzed and resolved 200+ support tickets with 97% customer satisfaction rate.
Authored and published 15 rating rationales annually. Analyzed and rated over 50 debt instruments. Conducted in-depth ratio analysis for 20 companies. Developed financial models for 10 greenfield projects, improving credit analysis accuracy by 15%. Prepared detailed credit reports for the rating committee. Condensed and published 20 executive summaries for public consumption.
Certificates
SAP EWM
SAP2025