Abraham Kurian

About Abraham Kurian

Abraham Kurian is currently the Chief Information Officer (CIO) at The AMES Companies, leading global technology and business process transformation across the enterprise.With over 23 years of distinguished leadership experience, Abraham is a proven business transformation and technology executive known for driving growth, innovation, and operational excellence across complex, multi-national organizations. His career spans multiple industries, including Manufacturing, Distribution, Retail, and Technology, with a deep focus on aligning technology strategy with business outcomes.He has successfully held senior leadership roles with P&L responsibilities, consistently delivering results across diverse geographies and cultures. His expertise spans Enterprise Architecture, Digital Transformation, ERP Implementations, Cybersecurity, Project Management, Process Improvement, and Global Delivery Models (onshore/offshore).A recognized expert in Supply Chain Optimization, Industrial and Parts Manufacturing, and Retail IT, Abraham has led 18+ ERP implementations globally—including Oracle, SAP, Infor, and JD Edwards. His technology leadership extends to HRIS, PLM, CRM, BI, and modern platforms like SaaS, IaaS, IoT, Big Data, AI/ML, and API-based architectures.Abraham’s global footprint includes living and working in the U.S, Canada, Qatar, UAE, and India, bringing a unique cross-cultural perspective to IT leadership. His core competencies include:Strategic Planning & Technology AlignmentLeadership & High-Performance Team DevelopmentDigital Innovation & Enterprise ModernizationCybersecurity & Compliance (SOX)Global Delivery & GovernanceBusiness Intelligence & AnalyticsHe is passionate about leveraging technology to deliver measurable business value and building teams that thrive on innovation, accountability, and execution.

Experience

1. CIO

   The AMES Companies, Inc.

   Apr 2019 — Present

Education

• Mahatma Gandhi University

  BSc, Math and Science

  1985 — 1990

• MBA in Information Technology

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Informaiton Technology

  2004 — 2006

• National Institute of Information Technology

  Diploma, Information Technology; Information Systems Management; Science; JRun

  1990 — 1992

Skills

• Software Development
• Multi-Channel Marketing
• Operations Management
• IT Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Chameleon
• Sap Bi
• Data Warehousing
• IT Audit
• Vendor Management
• Fmcg
• Distribution Center Operations
• Warehouse Management
• Consulting
• Oracle Fusion Middleware
• Joint Ventures
• Forecasting
• Ios Development
• Offshoring
• Project Management
• Business Process Improvement
• Six Sigma
• Jd Edwards
• Oracle Ebs
• IT Strategy
• Cost Control
• Supply Chain
• Edi
• Erp
• Lean Manufacturing
• Data Center
• Business Strategy
• Demand Planning
• E-Commerce
• Cost Accounting
• Wholesale
• Enterprise Resource Planning (Erp)
• Management
• Team Building
• Manufacturing