Project Manager Management
Resume:
Randall J. Sjoquist
Cary, NC
acp880@r.postjobfree.com
International IT Consultant & Team Lead
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
15+ years of dynamic leadership in IT consulting and complex implementations, with expertise in all facets of the software development life cycle (SDLC). Extensive experience with COTS and custom ERP/CRM implementations and upgrades, SaaS models and SOA/Web Service Architectures.
A visionary thought leader and persuasive influencer, adept at building strong relationships and communicating with diplomacy to individuals from diverse cultures and organizational levels.
Experienced in leadership of multinational, multimillion-dollar projects with geographically dispersed teams. Skilled in coaching and mentoring team members in best practices and delegating effectively to build cohesiveness, productivity, and foster career development of each team member.
Strategic, innovative thinker and analytical problem-solver, with short learning curve on new tools and technologies. Knowledgeable in both Waterfall and Agile delivery methodologies.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Rangot, LLC via Deloitte Consulting Canada, Moncton, Canada 2015-present
Consultant
Currently engaged by Atlantic Lottery Corporation (ALC) as their Gaming Systems Integration Team Leader for a complex, $1M Oracle EBS R12 implementation for four Canadian provinces as part of an overall $17M project.
Interviewed and consulted with ALC’s Director of Finance, Director of IT, developers and engineers in order to capture requirements, develop appropriate specifications, test and acceptance plans to accurately and efficiently link ALC’s gaming system to their financial system.
Rangot, LLC, Durham, NC 2013-2015
Consultant, Project Management Office – Oracle EBS and AMS Software implementation, AICPA
Hired to take over Project Management role for a $25M project to streamline and simplify all SDLC/SaaS elements of a comprehensive ERP/CRM implementation for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).
Reengineered entire project structure, plan and delivery model to realign deliverables and guide readiness for go-live launch. Developed business cases including ROI, in order to create cost-effective strategy and overall business plan to drive sales and profitability while reducing risk.
Worked closely with multiple internal teams on project planning, and provided feedback and reporting to Senior Project Management Steering Committee.
Oversaw 32 ERP/CRM-related SOA, Oracle Fusion and Web Service integrations, including Trillium, Experian, D&B, Trans Union, Amazon, and Oracle applications.
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), Rome, Italy 2009-2013
PMO & Team Leader, Oracle R12 Upgrade / Field Implementation
Established the Project Management Office and recruited team; co-led project planning and strategy for upgrade and deployment of FAO financial system to 150+ member countries, in order to achieve IPSAS compliance; administered a $50+M budget.
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Pitched concept to all FAO senior management, and advised Project Steering Committee of project progress; completed upgrade, deployment, and IPSAS compliance within budget and timeline after initial project approval.
Delivered an integrated custom online ERP travel management system as Travel Team Leader.
Rangot, LLC, Durham, NC 2008-2009
Consultant / Project Manager, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
Project Manager for Oracle ERP/CRM upgrade, including planning, upgrade, testing and deployment. Built strong partnerships with diverse internal teams, including Financial, HR, Operations, IT, Legal, and Marketing. Delivered successful upgrade within tight timelines and budgets.
Project Manager / Functional Lead for design and development of custom integrated customer-facing CRM system for online membership portal. Directed offshore technical delivery team and onsite functional team.
Allstream (formerly AT&T Canada), U.S., Canada & Europe 2001-2007
Consultant / VP Sales, Project Management Office – AMS Software Implementation
Built the $25M U.S. business consulting operation for AT&T Canada. Set strategic direction, hired and supervised staff, negotiated Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and held full P&L responsibility.
Drove complex ERP implementation projects in the U.S. and Europe, from initial planning through testing and deployment.
Key projects and clients include:
Conducted and led Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) ERP evaluation and system procurement process for the Central European Pipeline Management Agency (CEPMA), Paris, France, including RFP development, bid evaluation scheme, review and award.
Project Manager for Oracle HRMS and Payroll Implementation for the Project Management Office (PMO) and the 7000 employees of FAO, United Nations, Rome, Italy.
Team Lead, Oracle European Oracle ERP implementation for NATO, Mons, Belgium.
Tapped by Director of Finance to be Program Manager/PMO Leader and oversee extensive Oracle ERP system implementation, including Financials, Procurement, Assets, and HRMS for the NATO Eurofighter and Typhoon Management Agency (NETMA), Munich, Germany.
Team Lead, Oracle System Integrations and Interfaces for McGraw-Hill Education (MHE),
Columbus, OH.
Additional Experience:
Thought leader, writing and publishing numerous white papers presented at Oracle Open World and Oracle User Group (OAUG) conferences.
EDUCATION / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
MBA, University of Windsor, Ontario, Canada
BCOM (Bachelor of Commerce), University of Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Prince 2 Practitioner
ITIL Foundation
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