Manager Project

RHONDA L. PETERSEN

**********@*******.***

(***) 772 - 3103

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Accomplished Executive Manager with an aptitude in mastering new concepts,

skills and practices. Possesses a comprehensive background in leadership,

strategic planning, risk management and critical thinking derived from

conducting global operations in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and

Enduring Freedom. Experienced with organizational strategic operations and

planning with strengths in program development, implementation of policy,

creation of innovative programs, products and services. Managed risk along

multiple lines to protect equipment valued at $35M. An articulate change

agent versed in utilizing innovative tools and technology with enterprise-

wide goals for process and profit improvement.

Leadership / Partner Risk Management Project Management

Building

Strategic Planning Transportation / Logistics Operations Management

Supply Chain Management Regulatory Compliance Customer / Diversity

Human Capital Management Consulting / Influencing Relations

Talent Acquisition

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

united states army - Various Locations

1987 - 2013

Chief Project Officer/Manager

8/2012 - 9/2013

. Established, implemented, executed and maintained programs, policies

and procedures enhancing the organization.

. Developed, implemented & maintained management systems ensuring the

organization met regulatory and readiness standards in the areas of

human capital administration.

. Developed and implemented annual plan to meet the organization's

personnel, budgetary and human resource requirements.

. Supervised inventory management for communications, medical and

specialty equipment valued at $840k.

. Developed, coordinated and executed transportation requirements for

multi-movement operation.

. Managed accountability of $70M of supplies and equipment.

. Managed 20+ direct reports with overall responsibility of 137

personnel providing mentoring and leadership development/guidance.

Logistic Officer

9/2010 - 6/2012

Afghanistan, Operation Enduring Freedom

. Contracting Officer for dining facilities feeding in excess of 5000

personnel daily, accountable for monthly budget in excess of $1.3M.

. Developed and executed construction project plan of $200M on multiple

operational bases within constricted time frames of less than six

months.

. Created contract oversight for materials procurement throughout

project plan(s) with established benchmarks.

. Developed and implemented critical lead times for project completion

as directed by US Army agencies.

. Led multi-agency coordination for project integration and

accomplishment guaranteeing benchmark completion.

. Managerial oversight of 50+ contracts in excess of over $8M.

. Humanitarian aid oversight for local populace creating improved

infrastructure.

Project Manager

7/2008 - 9/2010

. Project Lead establishing 2 medical clinics creating desired workload

utilizing human capital management ensuring equipment procurement and

installation.

. Employed annual maintenance plan for over 2900 vehicles utilizing

assigned manpower balanced with available man hours.

. Coordinated weekly progress development meetings guaranteeing assigned

project benchmarks were met.

. Management oversight of $1.6M equipment developing critical lead times

for installation.

. Established deadlines and priorities based on workload rhythms,

methods and policies.

. Implemented logistical support system to ensure equipment availability

exceeded 90% and a report tracking system for mission readiness of all

equipment and personnel.

. Coordinated annual enterprise conference by negotiating contracts to

comply with mandated Army mentor development program.

Human Resource Manager 10/2005

- 7/ 2008

Operation Iraqi Freedom

. Developed, implemented and maintained human resource management

systems for 1700+ personnel.

. Planned and coordinated personnel reintegration project creating

methods certifying mandatory critical lead times were accomplished.

. Accountable for leadership and mentoring of 27+ HR personnel meeting

all personnel requirements for 1700+ employees.

. Integrated newly assigned employees based on merit, skill sets, and

potential to organization with key mentors.

. Processed over 2900 awards / citations for employees in only a nine-

month period with continued follow-up for

. Responsible for all personnel actions including staffing, evaluations,

pay, promotions, discipline, training, educational development and

benefits.

. Led all relevant staff training comprised of diversity, prevention of

harassment, PII, medical confidentiality, benefits, financial record-

keeping, personal safety, employee integration, continuity, EO and

personnel tracking.

. Wrote and developed administrative standards exceeding Department of

the Army requirements for citations resulting in the award(s) of Unit

of Excellence, Deployment Excellence and Supply Excellence.

. Incorporated risk management into daily operations through training

and encouragement.

. Developed and implemented overseas events for returning veterans

providing recognition, transition assistance, and follow-up services.

CARDINAL HEALTH - McGaw Park, IL 4/1996

- 5/2006

Warehouse / Distribution Manager

. Administered corporate/divisional policies and procedures, including

expense budgeting and control.

. Ensured functions operating effectively and efficiently, complying

with prescribed procedures, policies, and Regulatory/Quality

requirements.

. Prolonged experience in asset management with emphasis in customer

service to include a background in forecasting and planning through

distribution channels with utilization of SAP.

. Proactive in problem resolution in the area of Manufacturing,

Logistics, Asset Management, and Customer Service.

. Key implementation analyst for custom products project management with

estimated reduction in excess of 300K.

. Investigated root cause of pricing disputes, vendor complaints, and

database inequalities with strategic corporate suppliers' accounts.

Built and maintained purchasing database.

EDUCATION

Columbia College BS, Business

Administration

Park University AAS, Medical

Records Administration

Community College of the Air Force

Certificate, Calibration Technician

US Army Captains Career Course (Transportation/Logistics/Maintenance)

Graduate

TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS

Operational Contract Support Fort Lee, US

Army

Joint Logistics Fort Lee, US

Army

Acquisitions Ethics Course Fort Belvoir,

US Army

Contracting in Contingency Environment Fort Belvoir,

US Army

HIPPA Certificate Fort Sam

Houston, US Army

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