Saurav Bansal

About Saurav Bansal

Professional Overview:I am Saurav Bansal, currently holding a pivotal role within the IT division at Fortune Brands Innovations, a leading American company renowned for its home and security product lines. Based in Deerfield, Illinois, Fortune Brands Innovations boasts a portfolio of well-known brands such as Moen, the House of Rohl, Aqualisa, Therma-Tru, Larson, Fiberon, Master Lock, and SentrySafe. As a Fortune company, it is also recognized in the S&P 400 Index. With a global presence in the US, Canada, Europe, Asia, and Africa, Fortune Brands Innovations employs over individuals.Career Highlights:With a rich career spanning over 18 years in the technology sector, I have consistently demonstrated my expertise and leadership. I have contributed extensively to both academic and professional fields, with over 20 published research papers and more than 50 journal reviews. My innovative work and leadership excellence have earned me numerous awards, underscoring my impact and dedication.Innovative Approach and Leadership:I am celebrated for my forward-thinking approach to integrating Enterprise Architecture with the latest technological advancements. My ability to lead multidisciplinary teams has significantly influenced the development trajectory of the organizations I have been part of. My expertise spans a wide range of domains, including- Integrations- Enterprise Resource Planning- Robotic Process Automation- Ecommerce- Artificial Intelligence- Infrastructure- Cloud Computing- Internet of Things- Electronic Data Interchange- Business Intelligenceand Analytics- Customer Relationship Management- Customer Portals- Contact Centers- CybersecuritySpecialized Skill Set:I excel in delivering cutting-edge software solutions, leveraging my strong skill set in- Requirements Gathering- AS-IS Process Mapping- Fit Gap Analysis- TO-BE Process Mapping- Solution Design- System Integrations- Development- Execution- OperationalizationKey Strengths:Strategic IT Leadership: Creating comprehensive IT strategies and data strategies.COE Establishment: Setting up Enterprise-wide Centers of Excellence for multiple technology platforms.Modern Development Practices: Implementing contemporary methodologies and standards.Vendor Relationship Management: Ensuring optimal collaborations and contract negotiations.Team Leadership and Mentoring: Leading and mentoring cross-functional teams in technology tools, policies, and protocols.

Experience

1. Director of Information Technology

   Fortune Brands Innovations

   Oct 2024 — Present

   Lead enterprise IT strategy and execution with oversight of a $5M global technology budget across business units (Master Lock, Fiberon, Moen, Larson)-Manage a global IT organization of 50+ professionals across the U.S, Canada, and India, delivering consistent, high-quality support and innovation-Oversee 20+ business-critical custom applications, driving performance and scalability through customer portals, API integrations, and robotic process automation (RPA) solutions-Partner with executive stakeholders to align IT initiatives with strategic business goals, ensuring efficiency, standardization, and cross-functional collaboration-Recognized for driving digital transformation, modernizing legacy systems, and improving business outcomes through innovation, automation, and operational excellence.

Education

• Biju Patnaik University of Technology, Rourkela

  Bachelor of Technology (BTech), Electronics and Communications Engineering

  2003 — 2007

Skills

• Oracle Sql Developer
• Accounts Receivable
• Box.com
• Sdlc
• Xslt
• Oracle Discoverer
• Solution Architecture
• Oa Framework
• Soap
• Xml Publisher
• Hive
• Iot
• Cloudera
• Continuous Integration
• Oracle Database Administration
• Oracle
• Oracle Workflow
• Requirements Analysis
• Toad
• Jdeveloper
• Integration
• Hadoop
• Xml Schema
• Soa
• General Ledger
• Salesforce.com
• Thingworx
• Accounts Payable
• Unix
• Oracle Applications
• Oracle E-Business Suite
• Oracle Database
• Pl/Sql
• Soapui
• Tca
• Big Data
• Winscp
• Bi Publisher
• Python
• Integration Cloud Services