Sarat Ramayya - Chief Information Officer
Professional Overview
Sarat Ramayya is a seasoned Chief Information Officer with extensive experience driving digital transformation and optimizing enterprise-wide technology solutions. With a strong background in supply chain, distribution, and retail IT, he has a proven track record of aligning technology initiatives with business objectives to drive operational efficiency and enhance the customer experience.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Information Officer at Spanx, Sarat is responsible for overseeing the company's information technology strategy and operations. He is leading the implementation of cutting-edge technologies to streamline business processes, enhance data-driven decision-making, and support the company's rapid growth and expansion.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Spanx, Sarat held several leadership roles at Carters Inc., serving as the VP of Enterprise Applications, Sr. Director of Supply Chain IT, and Director of Global Distribution Systems. In these positions, he spearheaded the modernization of the company's technology infrastructure, implemented cloud-based solutions, and optimized supply chain operations to improve inventory management and order fulfillment.
Earlier in his career, Sarat held roles at Idhasoft as the Vice President of Professional Services and at Manhattan Associates as a Manager, where he gained extensive experience in enterprise software implementation and project management.
Academic Background
Sarat holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Michigan and a degree from Montgomery Bell Academy.
Areas of Expertise
- Enterprise-wide technology strategy and implementation
- Supply chain and distribution systems optimization
- Retail IT solutions and e-commerce platform development
- Data analytics and business intelligence
- Change management and cross-functional collaboration
Professional Impact
During his tenure at Carters Inc., Sarat led the successful implementation of a cloud-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, resulting in a 20% reduction in inventory costs and a 15% improvement in order fulfillment accuracy. He also spearheaded the rollout of a best-in-class omnichannel platform, which enhanced the company's online sales by 30% and improved customer satisfaction.
Conclusion
With his deep understanding of retail technology and a strategic mindset, Sarat Ramayya is poised to drive Spanx's digital transformation and solidify its position as a leading lifestyle brand. His ability to bridge the gap between business and technology, coupled with his proven track record of delivering measurable results, makes him a valuable asset to any organization.
