David Esko

Directed the implementation of GovCon solution, integrating 12 modules into SAP S4HANA to cover all aspects of government contract accounting and tracking for DoD and military contracts.

Mitigated potential fines and audits by ensuring adherence to government property requirements, significantly improving tracking and audit processes for A&D projects.

Optimized contract flowdowns, government contract billing, and incurred labor cost tracking/reporting, transitioning to a cost center-focused core system for vastly improved real-time workflows.

Led SAP Commerce Cloud v2 migration project, collaborating with Deloitte, SAP, and offshore contractors to ensure successful online sales continuity, delivering one week ahead of schedule and under budget.

Managed a full-scale warehouse build and relocation project, optimizing SAP WM, MM, and transportation management processes, completing the move early with no disruption to business operations.

Directed the IT and infrastructure setup for a new Mexico manufacturing plant from the ground up, establishing standard SAP adherence and resolving change control process gaps.

Utilized Agile, Waterfall, and Symytry methodologies to manage complex global projects, ensuring all initiatives were delivered efficiently and ahead of projected timelines.

Reduced inventory value by 6% and operational costs for buyers by almost 8% through optimized SAP ERP functionality, improving service levels and reducing dead stock.

Streamlined inventory optimization, shortening cycle times and lead times for high-value items from six to four months, resulting in $10 million in overall savings within months.

Managed multiple simultaneous ECC 6 to S4HANA migrations (including 1909), enhancing Fiori functionality and resolving hundreds of finance table changes (KExx, KBxx, KPxx, CJxx).

Implemented full change management initiatives using Prosci ADKAR, shifting ERP system ownership from IT to business, and saving ~16% on project costs through SAP Activate & Agile integration.

Executed critical technical integrations and ensured system readiness for a successful SAP carve-out from Conagra, correcting initial misdirection and onboarding a skilled project team.

Integrated all SAP and non-SAP systems, including manufacturing, banking (BAI2), and EDI, across the complete server landscape (DEV, QAS, PRD) and network domains.

Managed the migration of all SAP versions from a frozen state to updated releases, ultimately transitioning the ECC 6 centric environment to S4HANA.

Formulated non-standard methods for master data phasing and handling extracts/transformations, resolving unique Conagra processing issues that prevented a 'lift & shift' approach.

Improved EDI transaction throughput by 35% and import/export toll processing by 30% by switching to a new service partner for greater error trapping and resolution.

Implemented Global Trade processes, streamlining embargo checking and transit procedures, shortening processing time by 25%, and reducing document flow by almost 40% on key goods.

Retired 4 legacy systems, cutting maintenance costs by $15,000 per month, and expanded GTS to five countries, reducing toll costs by ~20% through trade agreements.

Managed complex system integrations, including 22 existing systems (bar code scanners, rail car, banking, payroll) and over 1,400 Z programs and tables, ensuring robust interfaces.

Led foundational SAP SCM implementation across US, Hong Kong, Switzerland, and India, integrating production planning (APO, GATP) for specialized product assembly.

Designed complex transportation management solutions, including freight management, network collaboration, and billing/rating settlements, optimizing logistics operations.

Managed GTS implementation across US, Canada, Mexico, Switzerland, and more, developing a global trade vision to reduce financial risk and compliance costs.

Achieved a 14% saving on overall project costs by utilizing SAP ASAP & Agile methodologies with Symytry Foundations accelerators.

Led global SAP ECC 6.0 ERP implementation across 23 legal entities in US, Canada, and Mexico, replacing BPCS with a 360-degree business view.

Integrated Manugistics into ECC 6 and improved accounting period closings from a six-day process to one day, enhancing financial reporting efficiency.

Enhanced production planning and scheduling across 17 bottling and processing plants, optimizing manufacturing operations.

Managed aggressive multi-plant rollouts in short intervals (5 in Canada, 18 in US, 9 co-packing, 1 in Mexico, 1 in Brazil, 4 in UK), ensuring successful system adoption.

Improved global support process by achieving a 40% time reduction on priority 3 problem tickets.

Reduced problem resolution turnaround by 45% on priority 1 and 2 tickets, enhancing critical system stability.

Converted to a global ITIL-compliant help desk support process, standardizing and professionalizing support operations.

Increased accuracy of technical/program development, reducing time from functional spec to release by up to a third, accelerating new system implementation.

Directed SAP project lifecycles from planning through execution, contributing to system optimization and improved business processes.

Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver SAP solutions, ensuring project milestones were met on schedule.

Implemented enhancements to existing SAP modules, supporting the company's manufacturing and material management operations.

Facilitated stakeholder communication and change management efforts to ensure smooth adoption of new SAP functionalities.

Managed SAP projects within the pharmaceutical sector, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and data integrity.

Led project teams in the implementation and optimization of SAP modules to support critical business functions.

Developed project plans and managed resources, ensuring timely delivery of SAP solutions.

Collaborated with business stakeholders to define requirements and ensure SAP systems met operational needs.

Led a critical technical SAP upgrade project, ensuring continuity of operations for a military publishing client.

Managed project scope, timelines, and resources to successfully complete the upgrade within aggressive deadlines.

Coordinated with technical and functional teams to address system complexities and ensure data integrity post-upgrade.

Implemented strategies to minimize downtime and business impact during the transition to the new SAP environment.

Managed a pilot SAP implementation methodology test project, evaluating its effectiveness for future large-scale deployments.

Coordinated international teams across Germany and Denmark to test and refine SAP implementation processes.

Identified key areas for process improvement, contributing to more efficient and effective SAP rollouts.

Documented test results and provided recommendations for optimizing SAP implementation strategies.

Managed SAP Transportation and Logistics projects to enhance supply chain efficiency and reduce operational costs.

Implemented SAP solutions to streamline freight management and improve logistics processes.

Collaborated with operational teams to ensure SAP system alignment with business needs and improve data accuracy.

Contributed to the successful deployment of SAP modules that supported global transportation operations.

Led a new SAP implementation project for a travel industry client, managing all phases from planning to go-live.

Coordinated with cross-functional teams to integrate SAP modules relevant to travel operations.

Provided post-implementation support, resolving issues and ensuring system stability and user adoption.

Ensured the new SAP system met the specific business requirements of the travel industry.

Managed SAP Real Estate Development projects, optimizing processes for property management and asset tracking.

Implemented SAP solutions to support the specific needs of the CPG and agricultural sectors.

Collaborated with business units to ensure SAP system functionalities aligned with operational goals.

Contributed to enhancing data management and reporting capabilities within the SAP environment.

Managed SAP projects specifically tailored for the automotive industry, optimizing manufacturing and supply chain processes.

Led the implementation of SAP modules to support production planning and inventory management.

Ensured SAP system configurations met the unique requirements of the automotive sector.

Collaborated with engineering and production teams to enhance system integration and data flow.

Managed SAP implementation projects for Engineered Biologicals, ensuring successful system deployment across Canada and France.

Coordinated international project teams to align SAP solutions with global business processes.

Ensured compliance with industry-specific regulations within the biologicals sector during SAP implementation.

Contributed to the successful integration of SAP modules to support research, development, and production workflows.