Mumbai: SAP Labs India has announced the appointment of Milesh J as Head of Strategy and Operations effective February 01, 2024. With this appointment, the company has elevated Milesh J from the role of VP and Head of the S/4HANA Data Transformation and Enterprise Content Management Unit to Head of Strategy and Operations.
In th new role, Milesh J will be responsible for the overall location strategy and operational efficiency of SAP Labs India. He will also manage strategic cross-organisational projects synergizing across all lines of business in SAP Labs India and liaising externally with industry, government, and ecosystem.
Milesh has been with SAP for over two decades now. He is a distinguished leader in Product Engineering. His career spans across critical domains, including Product Engineering, Product Management, Business Development, Customer Engagement, and Consulting. He brings with him experience in strategic planning, innovation and strategic thinking.
“I am delighted to welcome Milesh J as Head of Strategy and Operations, SAP Labs India. Milesh has shown strong leadership prowess in achieving outstanding outcomes throughout his professional journey at SAP,” said Sindhu Gangadharan, SVP and MD, SAP Labs India, and Head of SAP User Enablement.
“Having observed his transformative impact on various cross-organisational projects, I am confident that his wealth of expertise and unwavering dedication make him an exceptional leader for SAP Labs India,” added Gangadharan.
“As we stand at an inflection point in our growth journey, I am honoured to lead SAP Labs India’s Strategy and Operations. Together, we will pioneer innovation, shape strategies, and foster collaboration to further capitalize on our location advantage, and help our customers navigate the evolving landscape of technology and business,” said Milesh J, Head of Strategy & Operations, SAP Labs India.
In his previous role in the company, he oversaw product engineering teams, with a specific focus on the cloud and successfully delivering the business results for the product portfolio. He has also served as a co-sponsor for the SAP LeadTogether community.
He holds an MBA degree from the Indian School of Business (ISB) in Hyderabad and has extensive experience and proficiency in strategic planning, business development, and innovation.