Project Manager, Supply Manager, Technical Writing

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SUMMARY

I am a global professional with over *7 years of experience that spans

over the following areas: Exceptionally skilled in new business and product launch, business planning, product & operational design, implementation and change management. Commercial/Supply Chain distributional channels and 10+ supply chain vendors. Client focused problem management that consistently produces win-win results. I am an accomplished technical writer, with experience in the production of operational and training manuals. I have recruited, managed and worked with teams of up to 2K in the Americas, Canada and Europe. I am highly experienced in both global environment, and building international relationships.

EXPERIENCE

VIP Executive Leader March 2012 – March 2016

It Works Global – Atlanta, GA

Successful Recruiter, Team Builder and Business Coach. Managed a team of over 2K distributors in the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Puerto Rico and Germany. Created opportunity venues, charted individuals for their promotions, as well as organized and conducted team training meetings, weekly team calls and motivational speaking engagements. Achievements: Success Club and Success from Home Magazine Feature as Diamond Bonus Earner.

Executive Director June 2009 – March 2012

Seeds for the Heart, Inc. – Atlanta, GA

Management of the overall day to day functions of the organization. Established an ongoing standard of excellence, and ensured unified Departmental Assurance through the development of Internal Processes and Procedures. Oversaw finance and administration, fundraising, communications, and systems; managed and created timelines, as well as the resources needed to achieve the strategic goals. Actively engaged Nonprofit volunteers, board members, event committees, alumni, partnering organizations, and funders. Developed, maintained, and supported a strong Board of Directors. Set forth strategic direction for both ongoing local operations, as well as for the national objectives. Maintained effective systems to track scaling progress, and regularly evaluated program components, so as to measure successes that can be effectively communicated to the board, funders, and other constituents. LINDA BARBOUR

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Global Supply Manager / April 1994 – June 2009

Operations Planning Manager

British Telecom / Concert Communications – Atlanta, GA Performed Global Operations Management, Supplier Management, Supply Chain Management, and Contract Negotiation for Canada, Latin America, UK and Europe. End to End Product Development and Launch for new suppliers. Other responsibilities included, but not limited to: Process Development and Implementation, Product Operations Planning and Design, Escalation Management and Operational Impact Assessment, Team Building and Relationship Management across the Americas, Canada, Asia Pac and Europe.

SKILLS

Experience in Global Relations, Bridging Company to Company Relationships, and Development of Internal Process and Procedures. Possesses Excellent Written and Oral Communication, as well as Documentation Development; Reporting, Quality Control, Analytical and Presentation Skills. Outstanding Achiever as it pertains to Team Recruiting, Team Management, Training and Problem Solving. Well versed in the area of Project Management, Escalations, and Handling High Profile Accounts, and Contracts.

EDUCATION

Waterson College Business Administration Louisville, KY CERTIFICATIONS

Project Management Certification, American Management Association Y2K Network Compliance Certification

ISO 9000 Certification

REFERENCES

Excellent References Available Upon Request.