Project Manager Management
Resume:
Andrea Ponte
Overland Park, KS 66212 *******************@*********.***
SUMMARY
An Information Technology Management Professional
Interested in joining an organization where I can utilize my unique blend
of Information Technology and Leadership experiences to achieve business
objectives and bottom-line results.
Deep and varied leadership experience in Information Technology
demonstrated by:
Leading and Participating in Successful Project Management
Regional/Global Cross-Functional Teams initiatives with multi-vendor
technology integration
Engaged and energized others through Implemented and Supported new systems
active and visible communications from conception to retirement
Managed complexity of I/T support to Knowledge of Regulatory Compliance and
business demands demonstrating computer software validation
adaptability and resourcefulness
Global Technical Training and Utilizing creativity, innovation,
Development - 10+ years adult courage, and respect for people
learning experience
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Westar Energy, Topeka, KS June 09 - Present
Project Manager
Manage changes to project scope, schedule and costs in order to keep
project plan accurate, updated, reflective of authorized project changes as
defined in the change management plan, and facilitate customer acceptance.
. Implement the approved actions and workarounds required to mitigate
project risk events in order to minimize the impact of the risks on
the project.
. Record detailed customer requirements, constraints and assumptions
with stakeholders in order to establish the project deliverables,
using requirement-gathering techniques (e.g., planning sessions,
brainstorming, focus groups) and the project charter.
Protocol Integrated Direct Marketing, Kansas City, MO May 08 - March 09
Senior Director, Applications Development
Manage team of Oracle. Unix, & SQL developers across 3 locations in support
of client deliverables and managed strategic projects for the division.
. Lead software development projects, managed project plan, provided
status reporting.
. Managed production print facility programmers in support of direct
mail campaign fulfillment, email campaign blasts and marketing
databases.
. Established program communication plan across the business.
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. Developed a cohesive results oriented team through constant
communication, strong leadership and support.
Partners Consulting Service, Overland Park, KS 2007 - May 2008
Program Manager at Ft. Dodge Animal Health (a subsidiary of Wyeth
Pharmaceutical)
Managed global implementation of Logistics & Supply Chain Management
software package. Total project budget ($2.3 million).
. Managed project initiatives from inception through launch, and ensured
project was delivered on time and within budget.
. Worked with client organizations to define project objectives, scope,
responsibilities and tasks associated with each project request
involving IT.
. Provided leadership and direction to all project team members. Managed
resources during the project including internal IT, testers, vendors,
contractors and consultants.
. Identified, documented, and communicated risks and issues. Created
contingency plans to mitigate risks and issues. Escalated issues as
appropriate.
INGENIX, Lenexa, Kansas (a subsidiary of United Health Group) 2005
-2007
Manager - Provider Data Operations - Data Delivery
Managed team that supported 350+ client Provider Lookup Online Web Sites
and Data Services Deliverables with 100% on-time delivery YTD 2006.
. High volume production environment with lean implementations and
operations.
o Plan, organize and lead technical aspects of large scale
projects to successful conclusion.
. Proven process improvement including automation and significant rework
reduction.
. Full Life Cycle Project Manager for Credentialing Conversions,
Provider Data Services 6.3 Release and Internal Provider Data
Operations Initiatives. Motivated team atmosphere, cross-training,
continual learning, budget planning and forecasting, Performance
Reviews and Coaching
AVENTIS PHARMACEUTICALS/SANOFI-AVENTIS, Kansas City, Missouri 1997-2004
Information Solutions Consultant - Manufacturing
Provided technology solutions to business demands meeting user's
satisfaction, regulatory requirements and cost reduction initiatives.
. Increased accountable direct labor time to 100% from past 60% by
implementing a labor activity system throughout the site. (Business
Process ReDesign)
. Project Manager for regional upgrade of Specifications and Methods
(Documentum) application (600+ users) for regulatory compliance and
system performance
. Developed E-learning modules for manufacturing equipment operation
training of shop floor operators for business continuity and transition.
Online testing for SOP compliance.
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. Net Process Improvement Savings of $1.3 million for production of two
strategic products at the KC site by implementing a Process Data Analysis
System meeting FDA regulations
. Proven IT Project Management leadership in a matrix environment from
start to finish including package implementations and IT infrastructure
involving contract negotiations and vendor management.
. Global Support for SAP Cost and Profitability Analysis
CENTURY COMPUTER CONSULTANTS, Overland Park, Kansas 1995 - 1997
Consultant for Hoechst Marion Roussel
ADVANCED MANAGEMENT, INC., Leawood, Kansas 1993 - 1995
Lead Sr. Programmer Analyst
YELLOW FREIGHT SYSTEM, INC., Overland Park, Kansas 1983 - 1993
Sr. Marketing Information Analyst
EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Master of Business Administration - Management Information Systems, Avila
College
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration Information Science, Avila
College
. Aventis Leadership Program
. Motorola Six Sigma Green Belt
. Member of Society of Pharmaceutical and Biotech Trainers
. AMA Seminars - Financial Planning/Budget Preparation and Control,
Effective Executive Speaking Seminar, Power Thinking for Powerful
Results, Project Management
. Project Management Professional (PMP) #1323286
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