Executive Overview
Pascal is an SAP Solutions and Enterprise Architect & SAP S/4HANA Product Expert specialising in logistics areas with over 20 years + of experience predominantly acquired in the transportation, manufacturing and retail industries. Pascal is of the rare breed of technical expert who can design solutions that actually meet business needs. With a focus on creating innovative solutions, Pascal works with clients from the creation of the business case all the way through to implementation and support.
Across his wide industry experience, Pascal has held numerous roles ranging from functional consultant through to practice lead, enabling him to address a broad spectrum of consulting roles. Pascal presently works for SAP America as an SAP S/4HANA Product Expert within the North America Regional Implementation Group, spearheading SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud implementations .
Core Skills
Experience
SAP America
- Palo Alto, CA, United States -
Business Enterprise Principal | SAP S/4HANA Product Expert
I was hired by SAP America to join the Global Supply Chain Team, specialising in Transportation Management, but was quickly selected to be part of the much-coveted SAP S/4HANA Regional Implementation Group (RIG). This is a group made up of approximately 40 experts worldwide. Our role and mission is to help SAP customers in their digital transformation projects and see them being successful in the adoption of SAP’s latest and greatest technology, SAP S/4HANA. To that effect, each RIG member is very intimately involved in at least 3 SAP S/4HANA implementations at any point in time. The RIG is an extension of SAP’s development organisation, and as such its members have a direct line to the developers. Another role of the RIG is one of education to make sure that SAP and its partners can scale and we therefore share our knowledge with the wider community. Since joining the RIG, my commitment and enthusiasm have been rewarded by inviting me to join the SAP S/4HANA Cloud Task force.
Linfox Logistics Australia
- Melbourne, VIC, Australia -
Architecture & Strategy – Transportation Management Enterprise & Solutions Architect
A practitioner of the SAP Transportation Management product since version 8.0, I have during my time at Linfox further deepened my technical and functional knowledge in all aspects of the TM product suite (including key satellite products such as Event Management and the SCM Optimiser). This knowledge has been gained through a series of CUV projects (on TM9.0 & TM9.1) as well as actual implementations based on TM release, version 9.0 & 9.1, a world first.
Architected several SAP Transportation Management implementations. This included a high profile implementation for the Australian Defence forces, accomplished in just 19 weeks.
Conceived the Enterprise Architecture (executed using the TOGAF architecture Framework) and maintained the rolling 3 year Enterprise Roadmap for Transportation Management.
Validated within the context of a CUV (Customer Validation Program) the integration of SAP TM – SAP ERP – SAP EWM and its application to the Linfox Business processes.
I built an hybrid HTML5 app that showcased, as a proof of concept the integration between SAP TM, EM and a mobile device. Further details of my thought process can be followed here – http://www.pascalrenet.com/2013/01/28/mobility-in-transportation-management/
I built an IOS app aimed at bringing ‘knowledge management on device’ – a tool aimed at making key business process and SAP TM information available on a mobile device, whilst disconnected from the office.
Ego Pharmaceuticals
- Melbourne, VIC, Australia -
Solutions Architect – Winner SAP Customer Award of Excellence
My role was to help EGO better leverage the investment they had made in the SAP solution set. During my tenure my key undertakings were:
Reduce if not eradicate out of stock situations by re-designing the entire forecast planning and demand monitoring process, with special considerations for stocks held at International locations. To support the new process I implemented the SAP flexible planning tools as well as a custom built web portal to enhance the user experience and increase user engagement.
Help Ego determine the KPI’s and data sources that would help it monitor performance and progress. To do this I set up SAP queries and custom web reporting to report on vendor DIFOT, forecast accuracy and production to plan adherence.
Help Ego embrace the next curve of innovation by developing mobile phone apps that give access to product master data to mobile sales people (proof of concept). These were device agnostic developments made using the phone gap framework to wrap html5 web apps.
Responsible for the design and implementation of the entire “produce to plan” activities in a process production (PP-PI) environment that has to conform to auditable GMP (Good Manufacturing Practises) and TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration) requirements.
Responsible for defining the project structures and managing the CHARM process within Solution Manager.
PLAUT Consulting
- Melbourne, VIC, Australia -
National Supply Chain Service Line Lead
As the Supply Chain Management practice lead at PLAUT my responsibilities and focus were twofold.
Internally
Provide national leadership for the Supply Chain business
Indirectly manage the Supply Chain practice consultants
Set the direction of the practice and recommend to the board the investments it should make in the Supply Chain arena
Make sure PLAUT has the capability to excel in the delivery of Supply Chain solutions and generate value for its customers
Externally
Management of customer interaction at C-level.
Drive Supply Chain sales targets and support pre-sales activities.
Strengthen and develop relationships with customers and partners.
Productise key offerings.
Of particular note during my tenure, I successfully built the business case and received funding from the PLAUT board to invest in the newly released SAP Transportation Management 8.0 product. PLAUT was the only appointed Australian ramp up consulting partner for that product release.
Supply Chain Consulting
- Melbourne, VIC, Australia -
SAP Solutions Architect
Securency Australia – Securency International Group
Responsible for scoping and designing a system landscape to enable Securency to interface its satellite production applications with its SAP system via SAP PI. In addition a mobility (RF) process will also be rolled out to streamline the goods receipting process.
Service Desk Implementation – Internal Project
As part of this A1 License Reseller’s drive to become a SAP certified support partner, I was assigned the responsibility of defining the key support processes as well as implement them using SAP Solution Manager (helpdesk functionality). Adjacent to this, I also briefed and trained Clarity consultants to use this tool and processes. Clarity passed the certification test with flying colours.
Landmark – AWB Group
Responsible for identifying and writing the blueprint documents for satellite systems interfaced to the existing legacy system (to be replaced by ECC 6.0). The context was not a simple one – as a result of mergers, acquisitions and staff departures, little or no documentation existed. One by one interfaced had to be identified, information gathered and as-is situations documented so as to prepare the migration of those interfaces to SAP ECC 6.0. 21 interfaces were identified. Responsible for setting the Solution Manager Service Desk functionality to capture project issues and the Project Blueprint and testing configuration
CDS – BWN – DORMA Group
Implementation of SAP in the newly acquired company CDS as well as extending the use of configurable products in the existing BWN company. Responsible for the implementation of the variant configurator (sales and production – assemble to order scenario) and all logistics activities.
Victoria State and Emergency Services (VIC SES)
Implementation of SAP to replace a legacy Oracle and satellite applications. Responsible for the implementation of the PM module during the blueprint and build phases.
Murray Goulburn – 5 months
Upgrade project from 4.6c to ECC6.0 and multiple internal and external interfaces.I was responsible for overseeing the successful upgrade of the plant maintenance (PM) module as well as doing the inter-module functional coordination.
Westgate – Linfox Integration
Westgate was a company acquired by Linfox. As per Linfox company directive, any newly acquired company must integrate the global Linfox SAP system…fast. Responsible for managing the vehicle maintenance and purchasing functions of Westgate and integrating them with the existing Linfox functions.
Lonely Planet Publications Inc.
Roll-out of a SAP Core with the vertical solution IS-MEDIA (version 4.7) , to the US operations of Lonely Planet Publications. Responsible for conducting ‘confirm’ workshops, identifying any gaps with the core model and realizing US specific system changes in the areas of MM (Materials Management) and SD (Sales & Distribution). Following the successful roll-out of SAP to the US operations of Lonely Planet the next logical step was to interface the US operations with a newly developed web shop. The main challenge in this project was to correctly incorporate the complex US sales tax calculation.
FUCHS Lubricants Australia/New Zealand
Implementation of SAP Flexible planning functionalities. The aim was to change the forecasting process to a leaner and more time and cost effective process for FUCHS’ operations in Australia and New Zealand. The process rolled out has permitted FUCHS to reduce the monthly forecasting process from five days down to one and perform the entire process in SAP.
Codan – Winner SAP Best Practice Implementation Award
Responsible for the implementation of PP covering the entire scope of CODAN’s make to order and make to stock process requirements including internal and external kanban replenishment processes. In this project the customer migrated from a deeply liked and custom tailored JD Edwards system to a SAP system with very little ABAP changes. Process re-engineering and optimization workshops were carried out to demonstrate how SAP standard functions would cater to the customer’s requirements.
CADBURY Confectionary Australia/New Zealand
SAP R/3 implementation in version 4.6c. Project EnAbel – Blueprint phase. Responsible for the functional analysis for production planning in a PP-REM (Repetitive manufacturing environment). This project was meant to become one that would see Cadbury’s New Zealand and Australian operations merge into one common SAP system. The client stopped this project at the end of the blue printing phase. Codan – 7 Months SAP R/3 implementation in version 4.7. Responsible for the implementation of PP covering the entire scope of make to order and make to stock process requirements. This project went on to win the much coveted SAP award “Best Industry Solution Implementation” in 2005.
BWN-DORMA door controls
SAP R/3 upgrade from version 3.1 to 4.7 Responsible for overseeing the successful upgrade of the production planning (PP) materials management (MM) modules and the SAP product configurator.
Various customers
Worked for the following customers on various support issues:
THORN (Set up Plant Maintenance in a minimal form)
COLLEX (Training of super users in Materials Management)
MELBOURNE FIRE BRIGADE (Analysis of specific QM-Quality Management reporting requirements)
PILKINGTON GLASS (Helped implement PP in a SAP Configurator/make to order environment)
LONELY PLANET (Analysis of specific Product Data Management reporting requirements)
Siemens VDO (Training of users in the areas of PDM, production planning, material management and sales & distribution)
Atos Origin Enterprise Services
- Paris, France -
SAP Consultant | SAP Solutions Architect
Total Oil
SAP R/3 implementation in version 4.6c. with the vertical solution IS-OIL. Oil producing and retailing company. Responsible for the implementation of PM and associated functionalities to cover the entire maintenance activities of the French service station network (4500 service stations).
Ugine-Savoie Imphy – Arcelor Group
Steel Products manufacturer – SAP R/3 implementation in version 4.6c. Implementation of SAP’s FI/CO/MM/SD/PP/QM modules. Project covering the entire scope of their manufacturing and distribution requirements for their European network. Responsible for the inter-modules functional coordination and setting up the SAP variant product configurator. Team management (10 consultants).
Ascometal-Lucchini Group
Steel Products manufacturer. SAP R/3 implementation in version 4.6c with the vertical solution IS-MILL. Design of a core model covering all production aspects, for all of Ascometal’s steel mills. Implementation of the following SAP modules: FI/CO/MM/PP/SD/WM/QM/PM. Team management (9 consultants), client relations, budget planning.
Gewiss
Ladder & cable shelf manufacturer. SAP R/3 implementation in version 4.6c. Responsible for the team coordination and for setting up the SAP variant product configurator in a sales and production environment (make to order environment). The major challenge was being able to translate numerous pages of mainframe code into the SAP product configurator in a very short amount of time.
Vantico
Resin based products manufacturer. As part of their worldwide roll-out, training of the French team to the SAP FI/CO/MM/PP-PI/SD modules and assistance in pre-roll-out tests and coordination with the core team based in Switzerland.
Siemens Business Services
- Paris, France -
SAP Consultant
Siemens SAS (Shared Accounting Services)
Blueprint phase only. Managed this phase on time and on budget in a context that required a great deal of negotiations to be carried out with diplomacy. This project involved a team management of 8 consultants.
Media Saturn – Retail.
SAP R/3 upgrade from version 3.0f to 4.6b for FI and CO and implementation of MM and SD. Team management (5 consultants), client relations, budget planning.
Sidel
PET bottles blow moulding machines and mould manufacturer. SAP R/3 implementation in version 4.0b (FI/CO/SD/MM/PS/SM/PP project).
Responsible for the functional analysis and implementation of PP.
Responsible for part of the cross-application & PLM components :
Classification
Engineering Change Management
Variant configuration
Document management system
Application Linking Enabling.
Bosch Braking Systems
Car parts manufacturer. SAP R/3 implementation in version 3.1 (FI/CO/SD/MM/WM/PP project). Responsible for the functional analysis and implementation of PP.
Assidomän Charfa Artois
Paper products manufacturer. SAP R/3 implementation in version 2.2 (FI/CO/SD/MM/PP project). Co-responsible for the functional analysis and implementation of PP. The main PP functionalities implemented included, MRP (Material Requirements Planning), finite capacity scheduling, SOP (Sales Operations Planning) and demand management.
What people say about Pascal
Source: Linkedin.com & Personal
Pascal is a passionate SAP evangelist. He demonstrated multiple times a hands on approach to configuring, building and demonstrating capability of SAP. He is highly experienced in extracting the best workflow via configuration in SAP, as well as identifying areas of improvement that could be discussed with developers (be it Core SAP or Custom extensions).
In regards to his presentation skills, I have not seen anyone better in graphically presenting a process flow that is easily understood by lay people. His hobbies of photography and Photoshop modification were handy a number of times. Years on quite a few people still use his graphics and slides to convey the same message he delivered. Why improve on perfection?
Pascal is honest, dedicated and intelligent. Many times he has shown a capability to deliver a suitable solution.
Robert Goulding, Transport Systems Manager, Linfox Logistics
In the time that Pascal worked for Atos Origin, he demonstrated an in depth understanding of all the facets of supply chain logistics as well as a very deep knowledge of SAP, both from a technical and functional point of view. It seemed that Pascal was always able to provide well thought out solutions or to give useful recommendations – so much so that he was nicknamed ‘the swiss knife of SAP projects’. Pascal is clearly someone that has the ability to think outside the box and I would not hesitate to recommend him.
Philippe Raynal, Dir. Domaine ERP/Telco, Atos Origin S.I.
Pascal is one of the highest quality SAP professionals I’ve had the honour to work with. Not only is he technically excellent, he also has a knack of being able to communicate with people on all levels. His documentation style is clear and concise. He was a pleasure to work with and he would be an asset to any organisation.
Michelle Hendrie, Principal Consultant, Supply Chain Consulting
Pascal has on a series of occasions supported us in sales cycles to configure, demonstrate and explain SAP business processes to potential customers. Throughout his engagements, he has excelled in stakeholder management, understanding of underlying business issues to realize effective solutions, client satisfaction and deep knowledge in his area of expertise. It has always been a pleasure to work with Pascal.
Peggy Renders, Senior Solution Architect BI/EPM, SAP Australia
Pascal came to Siemens VDO few years ago to help us with SAP-SD project. During that time, he had impressed us with his skills and knowledge, not only SAP but also other tools in the market. He provided fast and effective solution. He always answered questions in simple terms and made things look very easy. He is also very professional and honest. One of the best consultants we had.
Panadda Chinanawin, Siemend VDO
Pascal and I worked together on the AWB Landmark SAP project for approximately 6mths and in that time Pascal earned great respect from all project and business people that he dealt with. His attention to detail is second to none, his technical/functional knowledge of SAP and general business is both broad and comprehensive, his presentation skills are very impressive, his writing skills are well defined, and above all else he is genuine, honest, and is a very likeable person. I cannot recommend Pascal highly enough, and I genuinely hope that we get the opportunity to work with each other again.
Darren Whitaker, Solution Architect, AWB Pty Ltd
I had the pleasure of working with Pascal for four years. Pascal is a highly accomplished and professional SAP consultant who is very highly regarded and respected by his peers, managers and customers. His deep industry knowledge and worldwide experiences provides a solid backdrop for customers to leverage his considerable industry exposure and mature approach to translate and leverage the SAP solution set so as to maximise value realisation for customers. His attention to detail, professional manner and maturity puts him in good stead as being a critical asset for any organisation. I highly recommend him.
Mike Bramwell, Southern Region Manager, Supply Chain Consulting
Source: Personal correspondance
Just a note to thank Pascal for his work with us. It was excellent. He helped to clarify a lot of issues that were a concern to our team and we are confident that we are now on the right track. In particular thank you Pascal for listening first and then coming back to us with well thought out solutions,tips and documentation. You were well prepared and it made the task a lot easier and more efficient
GW – Pilkington Australia Ltd.
With your knowledge and work ethic, you should have no trouble finding your place and settling in Australia.
DT – Melbourne Fire Brigade
You did a fantastic job – great presales skills! And thanks for taking on so much extra at short notice. I saw it all falling apart the night before but somehow it came together. Really enjoyed working with you.
VW – attune consulting
The quality of your work in preparing and presenting has been commented on by everyone, including the customer, as top-notch. We really appreciate your contribution.
IH – Supply Chain Consulting
I can’t thank you enough for all you have done for this project. I can truly say that we could not have done it without you. I really enjoyed working with you.
YK – Lonely Planet Publications
Just a quick note to let you both know what a great job Pascal did for us for the demo for the Australian Mint yesterday. His work was of the highest quality and his professionalism is second to none.
WB – Supply Chain Consulting
The guy was a rock star.
IH – Supply Chain Consulting
I do really want to thank you for your support and help over the last year, not to mention the patience in dealing with our issues. It was really a pleasure working with you and I do look forward to keeping our association alive on a personal basis.
UA – Lonely Planet AU
Thanks for all the work on SAP. I really appreciate the efforts you put in to help us get the best solution that we could.
TD – Lonely Planet Publications
Pascal is one of most dedicated and innovative solution architects I have had pleasure to deal with. His knowledge of the global supply chain and how SAP can streamline and optimize it is second to none. His ability to convey complex processes to various stakeholders in simplified manner is his strength. Pascal’s intricate knowledge of SAP products from functional and technical perspective helped deliver technically challenging projects at Linfox on time and on budget. Pascal will be an asset to any organisation and I have no hesitation in recommending him.
Alok Rao, Systems Integration Manager, Linfox Logistics
I had the pleasure of working with Pascal during his time as a SAP TM Solution Architect with Linfox. Pascal was a fountain of information about the latest product releases, and always provided innovative solutions to turn customer conversations into selling opportunities.
I was always in awe of Pascals ability to command a room and get people on board with ideas—even people who were initially on completely different pages.
Caroline Russo, SAP Transportation Management Specialist, Linfox Logistics
At Accenture I worked with Pascal for the Template Europe project (major SAP implementation) at TOTAL (oil industry). Pascal is somebody very easy to work with (approachable, competent, always happy to help his colleagues). He is well organized and focused on the results to achieve and is reliable both on the quality and planning aspects. Pascal has very good interpersonal skills (co-workers, management and customers). I am recommending Pascal and if the opportunity comes in the next months / years, I will be happy to have him in my teams.
Catherine Jestin, Accenture
Pascal and I worked together on a SAP software and services bid for an icon Australian brand. Pascal was responsible for putting the solution together and presenting that back to the customer. Pascal’s combination of deep and broad SAP knowledge and client-facing ability is a winning formula.
Duncan Journee, Operations Manager, Supply Chain Consulting
During my time at Supply Chain Consulting I had the good fortune to work with Pascal on a number of projects including Lonely Planet, Electranet, AWB/Landmark. He is one of the few individuals I have worked with during my twenty-plus years in IT/SAP who encapsulates the role of “consultant”. He is professional, knowledgeable, resourceful and demands of himself the highest standards in everything he undertakes from the most straight forward task to developing full solutions for the challenges his clients face. On a number of occasions, when working on projects separate from those that Pascal has been engaged in, I have asked for advice and he has always been able to respond with solutions. I would easily recommend Pascal to anyone looking for an SAP expert!
Julie Wangman, Service Delivery Manager, Supply Chain Consulting
I have known Pascal for over 5years now and worked with him closely in many SAP projects. He has a vast knowledge in many area’s within SAP including MM, PM, PP and WM. Pascal has been the ‘go-to’ guy when ever anyone gets stuck with a requirement and he has always comes back with an ‘out-of-the-box’ solution which uses standard SAP and fits the requirements perfectly. Both clients and colleagues appreciate his in-depth knowledge in SAP, his presentation and communication skills. I can highly recommend Pascal to mange or implement any large or small scale SAP project.
Ganga Jayaratne, Supply Chain Consulting Australia
Pascal demonstrated a depth of knowledge and skill in his role as consultant. His assistance in demonstrating our solution to a number of prospects was very valuable. Pascal outlined our solution in a clear and concise manner.
Mal Hetherton, Solution Architect, SAP
Pascal is a highly skilled and knowledgable consultant, who has well developed interpersonal skills, for dealing with customers at all levels. All of the items he has delivered for us, have been to a highly professional standard. Pascal is a valuable asset to any organisation.
Dean Miskimmin, Lonely Planet
I have known Pascal for approx 7 years and was largely responsible for bringing him to Australia. We worked together at Supply Chain where Pascal fitted right in to a high paced and dynamic working environment. Pascal is a seasoned SAP professional and would be an asset to any team or project. I highly recommend Pascal and wouldn’t hesitate to work with him again.
Mark Anderson, HR Manager, Supply Chain Consulting
Pascal was instrumental in the Solution Architect work and prototyping an MM Solution for a significant sale for Supply Chain Consulting. Given a number of business scenarios, he had to configure to demonstrate prototypes to the customer. His calm professionalism, was evident throughout and he is a valuable senior player in any team. I hope t owork with him again sometime.
Geoff Willett, Senior SAP FI/CO Consultant, Supply Chain Consulting
Pascal was able to achieve a deep IS transformation as far as Design, and production activities within Sidel. At the same time, he coached me on SAP implementation process. During that long term mission, he demonstrated great technical skills and good relationship. I strongly recommend his services.
Xavier Belamy, Sidel
I worked with Pascal on a few SAP project assignments and found him to be a very detailed and thorough consultant. He was very knowledgeable in his area of expertise and in points of integration. I thoroughly recommend Pascal for any role that is in his skill set.
Trevor Paulauskas, Senior FICO Consultant, Supply Chain Consulting
Pascal worked with me in the SAP Entity of Atos Origin. As consultant, he was one of more competent and efficient in our “Manufacturing & Supply Chain” team. He has always realized its missions very seriously, regularly producing reliable results with added value. I also appreciate the man and many years later we are still in relationship.
Francois Bouclier, Project Manager, Atos Origin
Pascal Renet is a professionnal Project Director. It has been a pleasure to work with him especially on Presales and Delivery phases. I had the chance to work with him on big internaitonal Project and his professionnalism helped us a lot especially in some critical phases of the project i was in charge off (ex: Arcelor 16 milions USD project) Pascal is a “workalcoolic” and doesn’t count his time. He is determined and i would be really like to offer him a position if he ever wanted to come back to the continent (Switzerland).
Jean-Christophe Galland, Industry/Utilities Account Manager, AtosOrigin
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