GALINA PETROVITCH
E-mail: ********@*****.***
Valencia, CA 91381
Home Ph. : 858-***-****
Dual Citizenship :Canada and USA
IMMEDIATE CAREER OBJECTIVE
Senior Project Manager - SAP
IT Professional Specialist, Senior SAP Consultant/Developer/Business Analysts, SAP ABAP Certified Consultant and Project Manager with 22+ years experience, responsible for multiple large full-scale, full life cycle Global SAP implementations, managing both functional and technical teams.
I have nine years of experience with environmental assessment that covered a wide variety of responsibilities. Through my experience working as a manager of informational technology and environmental department, I have gained strong
communication, analytical and reporting skills. I am looking for an IT environment where I can continue to learn and develop. I have strong communication and interpersonal skills that allow me to work individually or as a team player.
WORK RELATED EXPERIENCE
Curtiss-Wright Controls Defense Solution
Valencia, California, USA
Project Manager/Sr. Business Systems Analyst/Sr. SAP Developer /SAP Consultant
2011 Sep – 2019 May
Customized business processes/systems and resolved critical issues in challenging and dynamic environment in diverse business community
Provided technical/programming and functional support to business for core SAP ERP modules FI (GL, NewGL, AP, AR), CO, COPA, PS, SD, IM, MM, LE and product costing, programmed Interfaces /Reports/Enhancements/SAP scripts using ALE/BAPI/BADI/ABAP/EDI/IDOC/LSMW
Configured FI/PS/CO/SD/MM modules
As a solution architect and led functional consultant performed business process reengineering, as-is/to-be modeling, functional mapping, gap analysis
Designed, configured, prototyped robust solutions across integrated systems, implemented custom enhancements, reports, interfaces/conversions and rollout strategies
Managed the day-to-day operations, system development & modifications of the SAP COE to ensure high-availability and efficiency
Established & maintained SAP ERP standards, controls, procedures & documentation and provided technical & functional support/leadership
Evaluated and recommended changes to current and future ERP landscape systems requirements to meet organizational needs
Assisted in the scheduling and coordination ERP projects, involved from design-to-execution phase, provided technical and functional consulting on complex projects
Proficiency in SAP development tools and technologies such as UI5, Fiori, OData Services, Workflow
Accenture
El Segundo, California, USA
Manager SAP Financials, FICO 2010Apr – 2011 Sep
Undertaking project management responsibilities namely planning, monitoring, estimation, team-management, work–package management, change management and customer management for FICO
Carried out business analysis to define functional specifications and software requirement specifications for FICO
Reviewed, modified and enhanced Processes/Systems in accordance with industry standards and software process maturity models
Participated in centre management activities such as recruitment, training, career planning
Mentored and guided team leaders and teams
Managed quality management activities, and contributed to process improvements over time, budgeting, estimating, measuring progress and risk management
Managed the resource requirements in terms of hardware, software and people, ensuring optimum utilization of resources
Acted as a mentor and ensured that the team works effectively
Monitored process compliance, through sample checks, and took corrective action in case of non-compliance
AMCC, Inc.,
San Diego, California, USA
IT Technical Team Lead 2008 Jun– 2010 Apr
Participated and led the analysis, design, evaluation, modification, testing and upgrade of SAP based ERP solution across the organization
Organized and led cross-functional teams to work on projects to improve business processes and IT architecture
Analyzed potential applications/systems and prepared design proposals implemented new SAP functionality for Supply Chain Management, Channel Management, Material Management, Business Warehouse and Analytics
Supported SAP R/3, CRM Channel Management, BW, SAP Solution Manager, MM/IM/SD/FI/AP/AR/GL/CO and Logistic modules
Transformed business requirements into functional and technical specifications for solutions to address the business needs in the context of AMCC SAP environment
Developed SAP enhancements and interfaces using ABAP/BAPI/BADI/USER Exits/RFC/ALV Reports/BDC/ LSMW/SAP Script/IDOC’s/RFC
Performed functional configuration and testing
Supported SAP Production environment including internal and external auditing processes
Gen-Probe Inc.
San Diego, California, USA
Sr. SAP Developer / Technical Lead 2007Jul – 2008 Jun
Led ABAP Team for Implementation and post production support for SRM, ESS/MSS, responsible for analysis, design, development and testing ABAP/4 programs includes reports, interfaces, BDC, BADI
Recommended optimization/improvement for Logistic Execution processes/Freight/ Pricing/Shipping
Performed data extracts/ technical design/functional specification, developed using ABAP Workbench Development tool Interactive and ALV reporting, BAPI/ user exits, conversions, interfaces, Customer Enchantments /Customer Functions/BADI/OSS notes
Assisted in performance tuning the data warehouse database, dialog programming, SAPScripts, Smartforms
Provided technical support for production problems (logs, dumps, etc.)
ConocoPhillips, Inc., Canada
Calgary, Alberta
Project Manager/Senior SAP Process Optimization Specialist
2006 Jun– 2007 Jun
Managed IT project for cost analysis and modeled trend/variance analysis, cost reporting, processes and technologies for local regions based on Global single SAP instance
Designed an integrated EPMS system within Global single SAP instance environment for local regions
Defined data strategy for the enterprise linking OLTP, data warehouse, Business Intelligence, legacy systems for EPMS
Built up prototype using SAP xApp Resource and Portfolio Management (SAP xRPM) with integration data from existing project management, human resources, and financial systems to automate and optimize processes in project-based organizations including contract management
Analyzed regional processes for P2P/MDM/iPayable/ ePayable global rollout
Managed and mitigated technical projects risk, provided guidance and advice for all technical aspects of the system implementation projects
Recommended training programs for project technical team and direct users
Bertelsmann AG, Arvato, Inc.
Valencia, California, US
SAP SCM Senior Systems Consultant /Project Manager 2001 Jan. – 2006 Jun.
Managed IT Integration Project and led Technical Team in many Microsoft Global implementation projects including EMEA, APOC, and LATAM
Managed SAP Project for Porsche Design retail implementation
Designed systems strategy, developed systems requirements, including: prototyping, testing, training, defining support procedures, and implementing practical business solutions under multiple deadlines
Planned architecture blueprints, roadmaps and managed systems integration
Experienced with SAP Applications including finance/accounting/ logistic distribution / supply chain modules
Experienced with business process reengineering, including gathering and documenting requirements, documenting workflows and developing specifications for the programmers required
Performed troubleshooting /debugging/ user training
Programmed using ABAP /4 for SAP modules FI /AP/AR/CO / SD/IM/MM/WM, configured ALE & IDOC’s/BADI/BAPI/SAP forms/Reporting
Implemented SAP Modifications/User exits/BADI
Infoprag, Inc. Canada
Calgary, Alberta
System Interface Analyst / SAP Consultant 2000 Apr. – 2001 Jan.
Worked on setting Master Data / Basic Functions / Sales Shipping / Billing / EDI Component
Developed and maintained ALE (EDI), performed IDOC’s Configurations/ Customization / Testing for different clients, programmed BDC, performed
Troubleshooting / debugging
Enhanced SAP interfaces using users exits/ modifications
Designed and created technical specifications for business interfaces
Created Interfaces using Mercator UNIX Shell Scripts
Developed Business Interfaces using SAP/BConnector / MQ Series
Developed Unit testing and Integration Testing for developed Interfaces
Defined scope of work to be perform in order to develop Interfaces
Provided technical solution for middleware, implementation Business-to- Business
Nims Associates. Inc.
Decatur, Illinois, US
TATE & LYLE North America, Inc
System Analyst, Consultant 1999 Jul. – 2000 May
Performed Dialog, BDC, Interactive Reporting Programming
Created new and modified existing Sapscripts
Developed functional and technical specifications for new reports
Performed troubleshooting / tuning
Provided education how to create sufficient ABAP code
Coached and guided user’s in SAP
Developed specifications, prototyping and implementing configuration changes in SD, MM, FI and CO
Klay Information Management System
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Agrium Inc.
Systems Analyst/ ABAP Programmer, Consultant 1996 Dec. – 1999 Jul.
Technical Team leader for FICO SAP implementation
Performed Interactive Reporting Programming: Modules research includes FI, CO, SD, MM
Performed Data Conversion (BDC, CALL transaction, delivered SAP programs)
Modified SAPScript: Minor modification to existing SAP written forms and created new
Developed report programs using logical databases
Created and enhanced ABAP/4 query, dialog programming
Created Auto Tester scripts
AMOCO CANADA Petroleum Co. Ltd.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
System Analyst / Developer 1996 Jan. - 1996 Dec.
Modeled new F&A system for Canmar
Assisted in database modeling and design using ERWIN software
Developed a windows database application using PowerBuilder
Created forms using Delrina FormFlow application
Supported network operating system [Novell]
Provided day-to-day user support on Software and Hardware
Assisted on day-to-day Desktop /LAN support, Hardware and Software setup/installation
Supported users on all Corporate Applications
THE GOVERNMENT OF UKRAINE
The Ukrainian Radiation Center
Kiev, Ukraine, USSR
Manager of Informational Department 1983 Sep. -1992 May
Directly managed Information Department (10 people)
Prepared annual and semi-annual reports on the quality of water and air in the Ukraine.
Prepared chemical programs that outlined polluted waters in various designated dumping areas and continental shelf areas
Issued permits and registered materials dumped into the Black Sea and Azov Sea for burial and insured that the dumping programs were executed properly
Developed and researched monitoring programs for the Ukraine River and marine network according to the hydrological and marine region, hazardous waste disposal sites and dumping area
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Strong business and systems analysis skills, experience with numerous system environments and architectures
Global project management and IT led for numerous systems integrations
Twenty two years of IT Management consultancy for different industries
Nine years of experience working as a Senior Engineer/Informational Manager in environmental/information pollution department
Assessed potential impact of a wide range of projects to senior management
Identified regulations, procedures and practices that are relevant to the clients’ business
ORGANIZATIONAL/COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Directly managed Information Department (10 people)
Able to explain information and concepts in a straightforward manner
Selected and managed a 10 person environmental audit team consisting of hazardous waste and pollution control technicians
Fluent in English, Russian and Ukrainian languages
SELF MANAGEMENT SKILLS
Work with a great deal of initiative to assess and solve problems
Able to work independently for long periods of time
Enjoy learning new concepts and ideas and executing prescribed tasks
Actively promote working in a safe, clean environment
SAP TRAINING
SAP R/3 SAP20 – SAP 101 R/3 Overview
SAP R/3 BC400 – ABAP/4 Development Workbench
SAP R/3 AC410 – Cost Center Accounting
SAP R/3 BC440 – Developing Internet Application Components
SAP R/3 BC601 – Business Workflow – Build & Use 4.6
SAP R/3 LO530 – Basic Processes in Warehouse Management
SAP R/3 AC010 - Financial Accounting and Reporting (4.C)
SAP R/3 ACNA02 - General Ledger Configuration
SAP R/3 ACNA03 - Account Payable and Receivable Configuration
SAP R/3 PLN220 - Project Systems Logistics
SAP R/3 PLM230 – Project Systems Accounting and Controlling
SAP R/3 WABW - BW Advanced Reporting
SAP R/3 TFIN50 - Financial Accounting 1 (Apr 7 - Apr 18, 2008)
SAP R/3 TBW42-BI-Adv.Enterprise Data Warehouse (May 5 -May 16, 2008)
SAP R/3 AC210 – New GL ( October, 2013)
EDUCATION
USA validation:
Master of Science in Oceanography
Bachelor of Science Degree
Dual Major: Computer Information Systems and Oceanography
University of Calgary SAP Partner Academy
SAP ABAP/4 Certification Program (Certification)
(SAP R/3 Application Consultant, ABAP/4 Development Workbench)
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
SAIT Calgary, Alberta 1995 - 1997
Computer Technology (Diploma)
Bachelor of Science in Oceanography Engineering 1978 - 1983
The Odessa Hydrometeorlogical Institute
Odessa, Ukraine
Bachelor of Science in Physics (3 years completed) 1975 - 1978
The Odessa University
Odessa, Ukraine
PERSONAL
Enjoy Swimming, Reading and the Arts.