Madhukar Kakaraparthi

About Madhukar Kakaraparthi

Highly motivated and experienced subject matter expert and leader with extensive experience in defining and guiding information technology vision, strategy, and execution for major organizations, with experience that includes the oversight of data and application integration delivery on a global scale.* Strategic and visionary Data Engineering leader with over 15 years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing advanced data solutions. Demonstrated ability to lead data-driven transformations, optimize data architecture, and drive cross-functional team success in dynamic environments. Committed to leveraging data for enhanced decision-making and operational efficiency at scale.Areas of Expertise:* Seasoned IT Leader* Trusted Advisor to Leadership* IT Modernization* Application Integration Delivery* Data Engineering* Data Architecture* Strategic Roadmaps* Budget ManagementCareer Achievements:* Tapestry Inc- Leading data and application integration delivery on a global scale, managing a portfolio of applications that include SAP PO, ESB, KAFKA, Informatica, EDI, MFT, and Tidal* Tapestry Inc- Directed an Integration modernization effort simplifying the integration framework, implementing CP4I for ESB and introduced Kafka for Event Streaming.* Tapestry Inc- Instrumental in refreshing the digital landscape moving to a standard SFCC platform and a global OMS. This changed enabled it to scale and increase from a $500 million dollar business prior to the pandemic to a greater than $2 Billion dollar business.* Tapestry Inc- Key partner in delivering Gateway initiatives to setup additional distribution centers in Mexico, Las Vegas, China and Singapore that improved the agility of the supply chain* Tapestry Inc- Key Partner in Coach Outlet - Path to Billion project in the midst of pandemic to remove the gates on the Outlet site and growing the business from 150 million dollars to over a billion dollars.* Tapestry Inc- Key Partner in Data Center Migration effort directing the team in migrating all Integration applications from on prem data center to AWS in a short span of 6 months.* Tapestry Inc- Contributed to the establishment of a Vendor Management Office and led the migration of the intranet from Liferay to SAP Jam.* Tapestry Inc- Lead the Transition to Operations for the SAP landscape refresh, including the first major S4/Hana rollout at a retailer along with SAP SuccessFactors, SAP Concur, SAP Ariba.

Experience

1. Senior Director, Data Integration Solutions

   Tapestry

   Jan 2019 — Present · North Bergen, NJ, US

   Leads vision, strategy, and execution for all facets of application integration delivery on a global scale, managing a portfolio of applications, serving as the executive sponsor for technical development, leading teams, and driving adoption worldwide to capture transformational change.* Sources, leads, and presents integration capabilities that meet the need of the business. Establishes priorities based on capacity and available resources.* Plans and prioritizes delivery capabilities across a portfolio of applications that includes SAP PO, ESB, Informatica, EDI, MFT, and Tidal.* Serves as the architect of a strategic roadmap for application integration, working in partnership with Application Technology leads.* As a technical expert and thought leader, provides guidance and direction to the business for application development and system integration. Advises Application Technology leaders and third-party partners on project delivery and integration development.* Collaborates across department lines to establish priorities and coordinate strategies, working with colleagues in Application Development groups, Infrastructure groups, Information Security/Audit, and business units worldwide.

Education

• West Virginia University

  MS, Computer Science

  2003 — 2005