Project Manager Six Sigma

LORI PERRY, CMP ************@*****.*** 317-***-****

Contract Negotiation:

To secure a sourcing position to effectively utilize my successful previous

procurement experience, my cross functional teaming and analytical skills,

and my desire to excel in a fast paced process driven environment. With my

passion to continue learning, grow partnerships, and provide quality

service standards will provide a successful outcome for your company and

for my personal and financial growth.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Detail Oriented Contract Negotiations Mastered Communications

Microsoft Office Organized Process Improvement

Strategic Sourcing Vendor Partnerships Budget Management

Investigative Maximize Value Certified Meeting Professional

Six Sigma Project Management Small to Large Conventions

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Contract Positions

October 2011 to May 2013

Marketing Event Specialist - Indianapolis Star

. Coordinated and planned off-site events

. Academic All-Stars, Top Workplaces and Salute to Nurses

Travel Director - Gavel International

. Coordinated on-site transportation for large convention of 2600 people

Project Manager - Universal WorldEvents

. Coordinated, planned and managed event for 200 people

. Close out bill from past program

. Quality Control of Welcome Packets for 4 large conventions

Community Resource Fair Assistant - WorkOne

. Recruit non-for-profit vendors and market event

. Plan on-site logistics and assist managing event on-site

DWA HEALTHCARE COMMUNICATIONS GROUP

January 2005 to September 2011

Professional Planner

. Contract negotiations and sourced locations to achieve 5% savings for

company

. Contracted and partnered with vendors to ensure quality service and

compliance

. Established Vendor Champion Documents for efficient process

improvements

. Planned and coordinated all aspects of meeting details with cross

functional teams

. Successfully managed budgets, controlled billable hours and completed

expense reports

. Improved efficiencies by creating tools for planners; flowcharts,

templates and forms

. Facilitated monthly meetings and training

. July 2006 - Achieved a Certified Meeting Professional designation from

Convention Industry Council

MARITZ TRAVEL, On-site at ELI LILLY & COMPANY

January 1998 to January 2005

Project Manager

. Qualified each program and researched locations to secure venue to fit

the client's needs

. Responsible for the pricing and aggressive purchasing of all the

logistical components of program

. Maintained an average of 20 programs, all at various stages, at the

same time

. Successful completion of negotiating 20% savings for more than 1200

hotel contracts

. Prepared and maintained budgets for clients

. Created standard operating procedures for project managers

. October 2004 - Awarded the prestigious Tradition of Service Award from

Maritz Travel

Lori Perry, CMP

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WESTIN HOTEL, INDIANAPOLIS

December 1988 to January 1998

Convention Services Manager

. Planned, organized, and coordinated functions for group conventions

. Accountable for compliance with hotel policies and quality standards

. Ensured optimum customer satisfaction and maximized forecast

Manager of Room Service and Assistant Restaurant Manager

. Managed operations of full service outlets

. Enhanced productivity and maximized revenues

. Ensured compliance with operations and health/safety regulations

Front Office Assistant Manager

. Supervised, directed and led front office, guest services, operators

and valet parking staff

. Actively investigated and rectified guest concerns to ensure standards

were met

. Manager on Duty

EDUCATION:

North Central High School, Indianapolis, IN

Ball State University, Muncie, IN

IUPUI, Indianapolis, IN

CERTIFICATION:

Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) earned from Convention Industry

Council

CONTINUED EDUCATION:

Convention Industry Council (CIC)

Project Management Institute (PMI) Boot Camp

Six Disciplines Training; Strategic Planning, SWOT Analysis, Strategic

Initiatives, Strategy Implementation

Lean Six Sigma; Yellow Belt

Meeting Professionals International (MPI)

http://www.Linkedin.com/in/loriperrycmp

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