Sankar Chinnathambi
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Sankar Chinnathambi is from San Francisco Bay Area. Sankar is currently Group Vice President - CIO at Driscoll's, located in San Francisco Bay Area. In Sankar's previous role as a Vice President Information Services at Driscoll's, Sankar worked in San Francisco Bay Area until Feb 2024. Prior to joining Driscoll's, Sankar was a Sr Director - Information Services at Driscoll's and held the position of Sr Director - Information Services at San Francisco Bay Area. Prior to that, Sankar was a Sr. Director - Information Systems at Herbalife from Jul 2012 to Jan 2017. Sankar started working as Director - Information Systems at Herbalife in Oct 2010. From Mar 2008 to Sep 2010, Sankar was Senior Manager - Information Systems at Herbalife, based in Torrance, CA. Prior to that, Sankar was a Senior Principal - Oracle Applications / Oracle Applications Architect at Herbalife, based in Torrance, CA from Apr 2006 to Feb 2008. Sankar started working as Systems Architect and Engineer at DAZ Systems Inc. (Now Part of Accenture) in Greater Los Angeles Area in Jan 1999.
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Sankar Chinnathambi's current jobs
At Driscoll’s, I lead technology transformation as CIO, where innovation and strategy meet to drive global growth and operational excellence. Here’s a glimpse into what we’re delivering: 🔹 AI Innovation at Scale Launched BerryGPT, Driscoll’s AI foundational platform, unlocking capabilities in document parsing, image analytics, and translation. We prioritized 30+ high-impact use cases and are actively rolling out the top 3 to enhance business performance and ROI. 🔹 Enterprise Application Modernization Driving the multi-phase transformation of our core systems, with Oracle Fusion ERP/EPM/OTM Phase 1 being delivered in the Americas and Phase 2 underway in EMEA. This global effort is aligning regions, streamlining operations, and is backed by the executive team and strategic support at the board level. 🔹 Global Capability Center (GCC) Leading the GCC strategy with a build-operate-transfer (BOT) model across India and Mexico. Focused on long-term scalability through robust vendor partnerships and operational excellence. 🔹 Building Tomorrow’s Tech Org Investing in a future-ready IS organization developing next-gen leaders, elevating engagement, and embedding a culture of collaboration and recognition. 🔹 Industry Recognition Honored to be a finalist for the ORBIE Awards and to engage with peers at the CIO 100 Symposium & Awards, reflecting our momentum and innovation on a broader stage. Transformation isn't a project; it’s a mindset. Grateful to be on this journey with an incredible team and partners. #CIO #DigitalTransformation #AI #OracleFusion #Leadership #GlobalGrowth #Innovation #CIO100
Sankar Chinnathambi's past jobs
As Vice President of Application Enablement, I led a global team responsible for aligning enterprise software, data intelligence, and application strategy with Driscoll’s mission to delight consumers worldwide. My focus was on enabling scalable, secure, and integrated technology solutions that supported our regional operations across the Americas, EMEA, China, and Nursery businesses. 🌐 Strategic Leadership & Transformation • Drove the Application Enablement function to deliver a cohesive, future ready technology landscape across all regions. • Provided strategic oversight for the ERP transformation in selecting Oracle Fusion applications as our core ERP 💻 Enterprise Business Application Ecosystem • Orchestrated the design and sustainment of a robust application ecosystem, deploying platforms such as Salesforce, Anaplan, and BlueYonder integrated using Mulesoft. • Improved interconnectivity and data flow across core functions like finance, sales, and supply chain. 📊 Data Strategy & Analytics Modernization • Authored and led the execution of Driscoll’s Data Strategy, creating a foundation for enterprise-wide analytics and informed decision-making using AWS technologies • Championed global data governance, stewardship, and security practices. 🛠 Application Enablement Portfolio • Delivered high-impact modernization initiatives, including: • Grower Engagement Platform, Clam Traceability, and Weather Data Centralization • Identified and implemented over 30 Robotic Process Automation (RPA) for various business functions, including IT. 👥 Talent & Organizational Development • Built and scaled a high-performing global IS team, hiring across roles such as technology leaders, Oracle Analysts, Mulesoft Developers, and Data Engineers. • Introduced structured onboarding, application lifecycle documentation, and sustainable team rhythms. • Cultivated team culture through leadership syncs, global stand-ups, and engagement events.
During my tenure as Senior Director of Information Services, I led foundational digital transformation efforts that modernized Driscoll’s enterprise architecture, strengthened cloud readiness, and enabled scalable global growth. My focus was on building the platforms, data strategies, and teams needed to future-proof the business. ☁️ Integration & Cloud Transformation • Established MuleSoft as Driscoll’s enterprise integration platform, enabling seamless connectivity across core business systems. • Led the shift from on-premise SQL Server to cloud-native RDS architecture, including the adoption of serverless apps on AWS. • Standardized identity management with OKTA, and modernized source control by transitioning to GitHub. 🚀 Strategic Project Delivery • Delivered mission-critical enterprise applications including: o Blue Yonder WMS for over 50 cold chain warehouses in the Americas o Grower Mobile App to streamline field operations o Salesforce service cloud to streamline claim processing o Customer Engagement Platform to elevate partner collaboration and visibility • Spearheaded Harvest Order Automation, replacing legacy manual workflows with mobile-enabled grower solutions. 📊 Data & Analytics Enablement • Developed and launched the connected data platform roadmap, enabling centralized analytics across the complete berry value chain. • Initiated Data Lake architecture and supported the creation of transactional data marts to unlock business insights. 🌍 Global Team Leadership & Collaboration • Built and led a high-performing global applications team, with expertise across integration, analytics, and digital delivery. • Fostered strong cross-regional collaboration through roadmap kickoffs and strategic alignment sessions with teams in the Americas, Europe, China, Global Support functions, and R&D.