Melbourne, VIC  ·  Australian Citizen

Sidath
Dharmapala

Senior Business Analyst specialising in Digital Transformation, Enterprise Systems, Cybersecurity Governance, Business Intelligence & ERP/CRM Solutions.

Sidath Dharmapala · Senior Business Analyst
Professional Summary

Systems thinker.
Process improver.
People partner.

A Business Systems Analyst with over 15 years of hands-on experience delivering digital transformation, ERP/CRM governance, system integration, data quality improvement, and process alignment across complex multi-site, multi-system SaaS environments.

The central coordination point between ICT, business units, and external vendors · ensuring systems operate as intended, data remains reliable, and workflows are consistently applied. Known for translating complex technical concepts into plain language for business stakeholders, and business needs into practical system solutions for technical teams · bridging the gap that most analysts leave open. Platform depth spans NetSuite, Salesforce, Dynamics 365, Business Central, HubSpot, SharePoint, Power BI, Employment Hero, and VisualCare.

Holding a Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity from La Trobe University (2026, AQF 8), with formal grounding in governance, privacy compliance, risk management, and information security · directly applicable to regulated environments including the NDIS sector.

A daily power user of AI tools · Claude, ChatGPT, Perplexity, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini · applied to accelerate analysis, documentation, requirements writing, and workflow automation.

15+
Years in business systems & digital transformation
10+
ERP/CRM implementations delivered
50+
Users governed across multi-site NetSuite operations
3d→20m
Reporting time cut via Power BI & NetSuite automation
Technical Skills & Competencies

What I bring

ERP & CRM Platforms
NetSuiteSalesforceDynamics 365Business CentralHubSpotEmployment HeroVisualCareZoho CRM
Microsoft 365 & Cloud
SharePointTeamsPower BIPower AutomateAzure DevOpsExcel Advanced
Data & Integrations
SQLETLData GovernanceData MigrationCeligoDell BoomiZapierAPI Integration
Analysis & Process
Requirements GatheringProcess MappingSOP DevelopmentGap AnalysisUATUser StoriesBPMN
Governance & Security
RBACISO 27001Privacy LegislationAudit ReadinessCyber RiskIncident Response
AI Tools · Power User
ClaudeChatGPTPerplexityCopilotGeminiPrompt EngineeringAI Workflow Automation
Professional Experience

Career history

Business Systems & Digital Projects Consultant
Jan 2025 · Present
Consulting & Freelance
Reporting to client stakeholders across multiple engagements

Consulting across retail, hospitality, and service-based clients delivering ERP/CRM implementations, system governance, digital transformation, and data quality improvements. Acting as the central coordination point across NetSuite, Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho, and Shopify environments.

Coordinated day-to-day business application operations · tracking issues, changes, and improvements; ensuring consistent workflows across business units
Supported integration coordination between ERP, CRM, eCommerce, and accounting platforms · monitoring data flows, identifying sync issues, and managing vendor resolution
Improved data quality by identifying inconsistencies and misalignment; implemented validation rules and data cleanse processes
Developed Power BI dashboards supporting sales forecasting, stock visibility, and business intelligence
Defined and maintained RBAC and permission models across platforms to reduce risk and support compliance
Produced SOPs, process documentation, workflows, and user guides to support transformation and training
Increased online conversion rates ~30% through analytics-driven UX and process optimisation
Reduced manual reporting effort ~40% through Power BI automation
Delivered multiple NetSuite–Shopify integrations enabling real-time inventory and sales visibility
Increased CRM user adoption 50% through targeted training and UX improvements
Senior Business Analyst · Business Systems & Digital Projects
Nov 2022 · May 2024
Maxisafe (Techware Group)
Reporting to General Manager Operations · 50+ users across 3 sites

Primary NetSuite administrator and business systems lead across a national multi-site warehouse and manufacturing operation. Governed system access for 50+ users, led ERP and reporting transformation, facilitated cross-functional workshops, and embedded RBAC and compliance documentation.

Administered and governed NetSuite ERP · user access, roles, permissions, configuration, and ongoing operational support across 3 sites
Identified and resolved inconsistencies in system use, data quality, and workflows; aligned practices to agreed standards
Developed Power BI reporting engine integrated with NetSuite, reducing reporting time from 3 days to 20 minutes
Facilitated workshops documenting current and future state processes across inventory, warehousing, finance, and fulfilment
Embedded RBAC, segregation of duties, and access reviews; produced audit trail documentation for compliance
Led SharePoint migration from on-premises servers to Microsoft 365, improving business continuity and access governance
Reduced reporting time from 3 days to 20 minutes through Power BI + NetSuite automation
Improved inventory accuracy 25% through custom workflows and mobile app configuration
Strengthened governance and compliance readiness through RBAC and audit documentation
Led successful SharePoint migration across 3 sites
Project Manager · ERP/CRM & Order to Cash
Oct 2017 · Dec 2021
Bohemian Quest

Managed Order-to-Cash operations, NetSuite CRM configuration, and eCommerce integrations. Established KPIs and standardised processes across sales and finance.

Shortened order processing times 35% through NetSuite–CRM–eCommerce integration
Implemented Shopify–NetSuite integration enabling real-time inventory and automated order processing
Business Intelligence Analyst · ERP/CRM Reporting
Apr 2013 · Mar 2019
Telstra

Led QlikView dashboard and reporting development across Salesforce CRM and enterprise data at one of Australia's largest telecommunications companies.

Reduced manual reporting time from days to hours · dashboards adopted organisation-wide
Sales Operations Analyst / Salesforce Administrator ANZ
2010 · 2013
Hospira (Pfizer)

Administered Salesforce CRM across ANZ at a global pharmaceutical company · users, roles, profiles, permissions, data integrity, governance, dashboards, and training.

Increased Salesforce user adoption ~35–40% through targeted training
Reduced manual reporting time ~50% through automated dashboards
Improved data quality ~25–35% through validation rules and data cleanse initiatives
Customer Experience Coach & Retentions Executive
2006 · 2010
Maxxia / Esanda (ANZ Group)

Customer-facing and operational analysis roles in financial services, building foundations in stakeholder engagement, process improvement, and data-driven decision-making in regulated environments.

Education & Certifications

Qualifications

AQF 8 · Completed 2026
Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity
La Trobe University
Network & system security, incident response, cyber risk & governance, IAM, secure software, hacker methodologies (AQF 9 unit)
Microcredential · AQF 8 · 80hrs
Cyber and Data Security for Professionals
La Trobe University · July 2025
Digital forensics, application security, network security, cryptography, cyber risk management · verified via MyEquals
Microcredential · AQF 8 · 40hrs
Cybersecurity Principles for Professionals
La Trobe University · February 2025
Cybersecurity principles, regulatory frameworks, industry standards, data and network protection · verified via MyEquals
Bachelor's Degree · 2010
Bachelor of Business (Business Information Systems)
RMIT University
Business systems, information management, operations and technology
Ongoing · 2023–2026
Full-Stack Software Engineer
Codecademy
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, APIs, databases, web security, version control
Member · 2024–Present
IIBA Membership
International Institute of Business Analysis
Professional membership in business analysis practice and community
Value Proposition

Why I'm the right fit

Multi-system SaaS environments

15+ years governing complex ERP/CRM landscapes · NetSuite, Salesforce, Dynamics 365, HubSpot · with deep understanding of how systems interact, where data breaks, and how to fix it without disrupting operations.

Integration & data quality

Hands-on experience coordinating system integrations, monitoring data flows, resolving sync issues, managing ETL, and embedding governance practices that keep data clean, consistent, and audit-ready.

Process alignment & SOP support

I work with business units to ensure processes are reflected accurately in workflows, identify gaps between system use and agreed standards, and develop training materials that drive genuine adoption.

Compliance-driven environments

Experienced in pharmaceutical (Pfizer), financial services, and telecommunications. Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity adds formal grounding in governance, privacy legislation, and risk management.

Influence without authority

My career has been built on achieving outcomes through collaboration, not hierarchy. I build genuine relationships at all levels and know when to coordinate, when to escalate, and how to get things moving.

Vendor & stakeholder management

Experienced managing IT vendors, service providers, and consultants · from issue resolution and SLA management to RFP processes, contract negotiations, and system enhancement delivery.

AI tools · daily power user

Daily use of Claude, ChatGPT, Perplexity, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini to accelerate analysis, documentation, requirements writing, and workflow automation · bringing genuine digital maturity to every engagement.

Get In Touch

Let's connect

Open to new opportunities in Melbourne & remotely across Australia

Available for full-time, contract, and consulting engagements across Business Systems Analysis, Digital Transformation, ERP/CRM Implementation, and IT Project Delivery.

Send me an email