In an era where supply chain resilience and agility have become non-negotiable, few professionals exemplify the fusion of strategic foresight and technological expertise like Umesh Kumar Sharma. With over 25 years of global experience, Umesh is a transformational leader, driving next-generation supply chain solutions for some of the world’s most complex industries.
Currently serving as a Specialist Leader at Deloitte Consulting LLP, Umesh stands at the forefront of digital supply chain innovation, steering SAP-enabled transformation initiatives across high-tech and semiconductor sectors. His leadership in these domains has consistently delivered tangible business outcomes—ranging from enhanced forecast accuracy and inventory optimization to streamlined manufacturing and fulfillment operations.
At the heart of Umesh’s expertise lies deep proficiency in SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) and SAP S/4HANA, enriched with cutting-edge applications of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. From architecting attach rate-based forecasting models to deploying generative AI-powered troubleshooting tools, Umesh has consistently redefined what’s possible in enterprise planning environments.
One of his hallmark contributions includes building cloud-based, AI-driven supply chain solutions that allow real-time responsiveness to market disruptions—an increasingly critical capability in a post-pandemic world marked by geopolitical tension and policy shifts like the CHIPS Act. These initiatives not only ensure compliance and continuity but also support broader national priorities such as secure and sustainable semiconductor manufacturing.
In 2024 alone, Umesh achieved individual sales revenue exceeding $19 million and managed revenues of $7.5 million, underscoring his business acumen and trusted client partnerships. He also serves as the U.S. Lead for Deloitte’s Semiconductor Center of Excellence in Supply Chain Planning, a position through which he continues to shape industry best practices and mentor the next wave of digital leaders.
Umesh’s innovations speak volumes:
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Conversational AI-powered Chatbots for real-time KPI monitoring
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Collaborative Event-Based Planning Platforms improving stakeholder engagement and agility
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Generative AI Troubleshooting Tools that automate root cause analysis and accelerate decision-making
Beyond his consulting prowess, Umesh is a recognized thought leader, a published author with SAP Press, and an active member of the Forbes Technology Council, offering strategic counsel to C-suite leaders across industries.
What sets Umesh apart is not just his technical mastery or operational precision—it’s his unwavering commitment to aligning digital transformation with business growth, national security, and long-term resilience. With a portfolio of awards celebrating innovation and excellence, he remains a go-to advisor for organizations looking to modernize their supply networks in an increasingly volatile global landscape.
In Umesh Kumar Sharma, the future of supply chain transformation isn’t just a vision—it’s already in motion.