Vashir Chotkoo - Senior IT Manager, SAPRO

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Work Background

SAPROSenior Manager: Data Services

Jun. 2023Driving success through data. Crafting robust data strategies aligned with business objectives. Working to design scalable and efficient data architectures, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to build robust data pipelines and infrastructure. Implementing analytics solutions that drive informed decision-making and business growth. Focused on maintaining high data quality standards and seamless integration across diverse data sources to ensure a single source of truth. A collaborative leader fostering a culture of innovation. Experienced in leading cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven solutions that meet organizational objectives. Well-versed in managing data services on a global scale, addressing regional nuances and ensuring a consistent approach to data management across diverse markets.

Self-employedConsultant

Oct. 2019Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaProvide tailored IT consulting services, focusing on understanding client needs and delivering customized solutions. Increased client revenue by 20% through Business Process Mapping and developing a strategic IT roadmap alignment with business goals. Implement SEO strategies to improve search engine rankings, drive organic traffi c, and enhance online visibility for clients. Provide ongoing support and maintenance for web platforms and IT systems, ensuring stability and security

SAPROManager: IT Enablement

Mar. 2022 - Jun. 2023Process Optimization: Analyze existing logistics workflows and identify areas for improvement through the strategic deployment of IT solutions. Develop and implement process optimization strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize errors. Technology Evaluation and Selection: Research, evaluate, and recommend IT solutions and technologies that align with organizational objectives and logistics requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess system functionalities, scalability, and compatibility with existing infrastructure. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including logistics, IT, operations, and supply chain management, to ensure seamless integration of IT solutions with existing processes and systems. Facilitate communication and alignment between different departments to achieve common goals. Vendor Management: Manage relationships with IT vendors, service providers, and technology partners. Negotiate contracts, SLAs, and service agreements to ensure quality service delivery and cost-effectiveness. Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in logistics and IT. Proactively identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of logistics operations.

BankservAfricaIT Infrastructure Specialist

Mar. 2016 - Sep. 2019Selby, Johannesburg, South AfricaResponsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of the organization's hardware and software and related infrastructure. Responsibilities Include: • Perform system administration tasks for Windows, Windows Server, Linux (Red hat & SUSE), and other operating systems (ESX & ESXi). • Manage virtualization environments such as VMware or Hyper-V. • Ensure regular backups and disaster recovery plans are in place and tested. • Provide technical support and guidance to end-users and IT staff. • Conduct routine maintenance and updates to ensure systems are up-to-date and functioning properly. • Monitoringand reporting on IT Landscape to ensure optimal performance and security. • Develop and maintain documentation for infrastructure configurations, processes, and procedures. • Coordinate with vendors for procurement, installation, and maintenance of IT equipment. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their infrastructure needs and provide appropriate solutions. • IT Strategy & Strategic Planning. • IT Hardware Asset Management & Logistics • Design Data Center Design & Management

BankservAfricaIT Core Infrastructure System Administrator

Jul. 2013 - Mar. 2016Selby, Johannesburg, South AfricaResponsible for the effective provisioning, installation, configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware, software, and related infrastructure, ensuring alignment with organizational values. Ensured that system hardware, operating systems, software systems, and related procedures supported staff, volunteers, and partners in achieving their objectives. Managed system installations from initial unboxing and racking of equipment through to the implementation of hypervisors and operating systems. Responsibilities include: • Hardware Software • Hyper-visors • Operating systems While still working extensively in the sysadmin space I have the added responsibility to oversee and manage all aspects of the Data Center environment including effective planning to ensure availability of floor space, power, cooling & network for new hardware deployments and optimizing existing environment to align with modern data center best practices and industry standards. My focus is to achieve Data Center Operational excellence. Responsibilities include: • High availability of Data Center and all related equipment and services Implementation of Data Center Policies and standards • Innovation and driving automation within Data Center Operations Capacity planning • Deployment of equipment • Commission and decommission of equipment Inventory • Data Center Access control Vendor management

Standard Bank GroupJunior Programmer (Java Learnership)

Jan. 2013 - Jun. 2013Sauer Street, JohannesburgWorkplace exposure to Java EE, Java Script, HTML, EL, SQL. Research & development using various different technologies & frameworks such as Spring, Play!, Maven. Creation of functional test websites using researched technologies.

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