Sharmil N K

AI Explorer | Enterprise Cloud Solutions Architect | Published Poet

Bridging ERP Cloud Implementations and ML Solutions to Scale AI-Driven Transformations

Professional Summary

I'm a rare blend of technical expertise, consulting acumen, and creative thinking — someone who doesn't just implement solutions, but transforms how organizations think about technology and people.

With 9+ years of IT & Oracle ERP consulting experience and a Master's in AI from Duke University, I bring a unique combination of deep technical expertise in Enterprise Cloud systems (Oracle SCM Cloud, EDI Integration) and Modern AI/ML capabilities, coupled with proven leadership of global cross-functional teams and creative problem-solving refined through artistic expression.

What sets me apart? I've led multi-million dollar implementations across Fortune 500 clients to deliver measurable business value, not just because of technical excellence, but because I understand that technology is about enabling people. Beyond project delivery, I build enduring relationships, decode stakeholder needs, and architect solutions that bridge technical excellence with human understanding

Professional Experience

Senior Cloud Consultant - Oracel Cloud : Supply Chain Management7 Years Impact
Oracle India, Bangalore | July 2017 - March 2024

Strategic Leadership

Orchestrated global rollouts across NAAC & APAC, leading diverse cross-functional teams through complex transformations. Mastered stakeholder management, change leadership, and delivered seamless go-lives under tight deadlines.

Procurement Innovation

Drove end-to-end implementations for SAS, Unisys, Stuller, and Arista. Transformed procurement operations through intelligent workflows, data migration excellence, and user-centric training that empowered teams.

Rapid Deployment Excellence

Delivered Oracle Inventory and Demand Planning for Cummins and Unisys ahead of schedule. Built scalable architectures that grew with business needs while maintaining performance.

Integration Mastery

Led 13+ EDI integrations achieving 100% client satisfaction. Bridged systems, processes, and people — ensuring seamless connectivity between Procure-to-Pay and Order Management ecosystems.

Security Architecture

Designed and validated custom security frameworks ensuring data integrity and compliance across multiple implementations. Balanced access needs with robust controls.

Contract & HCM Solutions

Migrated 100+ legacy contracts for Brazos County while managing complex HCM integrations. Turned legacy data into organized, accessible data ecosystems.

Data-Driven Insights

Created executive-level reports using OTBI and BI Publisher. Transformed raw data into compelling narratives that drove strategic decisions.

Software DeveloperFoundation Years
Tata Consultancy Services, Bangalore | December 2012 - May 2015

Built financial reconciliation systems using Smart Stream TLM for banking clients. Developed precision-focused solutions ensuring transaction accuracy and regulatory compliance.

AI Innovation Projects

Expanding my technical horizons at Duke University — where I'm learning to apply AI to real-world business challenges:

Alternative Data Analytics

Leveraged environmental indicators as unconventional data sources to predict hospitalizations for respiratory distress, demonstrating how alternative data can unlock actionable insights in healthcare

Data Storytelling

Conducted comprehensive analysis of disaster aid funding gaps spanning the past decade, transforming complex datasets into compelling narratives that revealed critical patterns that drive stakeholder action and decision-making.

Explainable AI (XAI)

Created poetic representations for detecting AI-generated art, demonstrating how transparent AI models can bridge the black box gap and make complex algorithms accessible and trustworthy for business leaders and non-technical stakeholders.

Weather Pattern Modeling

Developed time series models to predict hourly temperature at RDU airport, applying machine learning techniques to climate data for accurate predictive analytics and pattern recognition..

LLM Hackathon

Rapidly prototyped a large language model solution to assess polymer biodegradability based on chemical features.

Open Source Contributions

Giving back to the developer community while expanding technical skills and collaborative coding practices.

Technical Skills

Programming & AI

  • Machine Learning
  • Python
  • Explainable AI
  • Data Analytics
  • SQL

Enterprise Cloud Platforms

  • Oracle Cloud - Supply Chain Management
  • Procurement Cloud
  • Inventory Management
  • Demand Planning
  • EDI Integration
  • Fusion Applications

Analytics & Reporting

  • OTBI (Oracle Transactional BI)
  • BI Publisher
  • Data Visualization

Professional Certifications

  • Oracle Procurement Cloud 2022 Implementation Professional
  • Oracle Inventory Cloud 2022 Implementation Professional
  • Oracle Procurement Business Process Foundations Associate R2

Education

Master of Engineering in AI for Product InnovationCurrent
Duke University, Pratt School of Engineering | August 2025 - Present

Key Coursework: Modeling Processes & Algorithms | Sourcing Data for Analytics | Alternative Data | Explainable AI | LLM | Deep Learning

Master of Management
XIME, Bangalore | June 2015 - May 2017
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Visveswaraya Technological University, BNMIT, Bangalore | June 2008 - May 2012

Additional Accomplishments

What makes me different: I bring heart to tech. Here's how I stay grounded and connected:

Published Poet

2024

Author of 'The Gray In Me' — bringing creative storytelling and emotional depth to everything I do. Writing poetry sharpens my ability to communicate complex ideas with clarity and empathy.

Poetry Collection Poetry Blog

Emergency Response Leader

CERT Certified, Huntington Beach, CA

Trained in disaster preparedness and community emergency response. Because leadership under pressure isn't just for the workplace — it's about serving others when it matters most.

Community Educator

Multiple Organizations

Online Tutor at Tutoring Chicago | Birmingham High School Mock Interviewer — investing in the next generation and giving back through mentorship.