Barry-Wehmiller has appointed Sukumar Bhasker as Vice
President – Global Competency Center (GCC), based in Chennai, India. He will
lead the growth, capability-building and strategic evolution of the GCC,
strengthening its role as a key engine for global innovation, engineering
excellence and shared services delivery.
Sukumar brings over two decades of experience in building,
scaling and transforming Global Business Services (GBS) and GCC operations
across India, China, Mexico and Romania. Most recently, he was Partner,
Technology Consulting (GCC/GBS) at EY, advising global organisations on setting
up and scaling technology and business service centres. Earlier, at Flex, he
led global IT GCC operations, managing over 1,500 team members and driving
digital transformation, process excellence and talent initiatives.
Throughout his career, Sukumar has aligned business strategy
with technology innovation, leading initiatives in artificial intelligence,
machine learning, automation, data platforms and digital transformation. He is
also committed to building high-performing teams, fostering engagement and championing
diversity, equity and inclusion.
Carol O’Neill, Chief Transformation Officer, said, “Sukumar
brings a unique blend of global experience, operational depth and a
people-first mindset. His track record of transforming large-scale centres and
strengthening culture makes him the right leader to advance our GCC.”
Sukumar added, “I am honoured to join Barry-Wehmiller, known
for its people-centric culture and meaningful leadership. I look forward to
driving innovation, fostering collaboration and empowering teams to create
lasting impact. Here’s to a journey of growth, purpose and shared success.”
In his role, he will focus on expanding the GCC’s
capabilities, integrating it with global platforms and enabling innovation-led
growth while maintaining a strong, people-focused culture.
He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in electronics and
communication engineering and an MBA with an emphasis in operations management.
He has completed professional certifications including an Advanced Diploma in
GBS (CIMA) and a Certified Corporate Director (IOD) designation.