Project Management Program

Sukirti Soni

PROJECT PROGRAM MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL & VENDOR

MANAGER

: 650-***-**** : ***************@*******.*** : LinkedIn : Seattle, WA Experienced project/program management professional with extensive experience in driving project success across various industries; backed by a track record in achieving $500K in annual cost savings and improving project delivery times. Proficient at managing project budgets and timelines, analyzing financial data, and negotiating with vendors to ensure cost savings and quality deliverables, as well as implementing project management tools and fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams and key clients. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a history of identifying and mitigating risks to streamline processes and ensure project completion on time and within budget. Project Management • Business Development • Operations & Financial Management • Vendor Management

Financial Planning & Analysis • Client Relationship Management • Contract Negotiation • HR Management

Team Leadership & Collaboration • M&A Due Diligence • Stakeholder Engagement • Risk Analysis & Mitigation

Basic Scrum & Agile • Process Improvement • P&L Forecasting • Expense Tracking • Strategic Planning Technical Skills: MS Office (Excel & Pivot Tables), Confluence, Trello, Tableau, Smartsheet Professional Experience

Medley Consulting November 2023 – Present

Program Project Manager

Leading projects at Medley Consulting, my focus is on driving process enhancements and delivering financial precision. Our team has effectively negotiated cost reductions, achieving a 12% cut in procurement expenses and a consistent delivery of complex multi-million-dollar projects within a 5% variance of initial cost estimates.

With a strong command over financial reporting and budgeting, the collaborative efforts have resulted in the creation of comprehensive project plans and forecasting models. This strategic approach has empowered our organization to maintain fiscal responsibility and has directly contributed to saving

$500,000 annually through meticulous cost control measures.

• Oversaw the development and execution of master budgets for global projects, ensuring alignment with financial goals and vendor management protocols.

• Standardized vendor management processes, reducing contract negotiation cycles by 25% and improving vendor performance tracking.

• Collaborated with finance teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, analysis, and budgeting for project deliverables.

• Implemented risk management frameworks that reduced financial project risks by 15% and improved decision-making for senior management.

Boston Consulting Group (BCG) April 2016 – October 2023 PMO, Finance & Vendor Management

Throughout my tenure, I collaborated closely with senior management to transform financial reporting, analysis, and strategic budgeting processes, ensuring a high standard of data accuracy and transparency that informed critical business decisions. I spearheaded the creation and management of detailed project budgets and sophisticated forecasting models, facilitating effective financial planning and enabling optimal resource allocation to align with organizational priorities. My analytical skills were instrumental in conducting thorough reviews of vendor proposals to ensure contract compliance, where I negotiated favorable terms that maximized value and minimized risk. In addition to these responsibilities, I implemented ongoing vendor performance reviews to uphold quality standards and ensure adherence to agreements, fostering strong partnerships that contributed to overall project success. I produced in-depth financial reports and dynamic dashboards for stakeholders, which not only supported informed decision-making but also allowed for timely strategy adjustments based on real-time financial insights.

I oversaw comprehensive P&L analysis to guarantee accurate revenue and cost reporting, identifying trends and opportunities that enhanced profitability and operational efficiency. My collaborative approach involved working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that vendor deliverables consistently met established quality benchmarks, driving projects to successful completion and achieving key performance objectives.

My contributions played a pivotal role in aligning financial operations with broader business goals, cultivating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. By leveraging my expertise in financial management, I facilitated the organization’s ability to make strategic decisions grounded in accurate and actionable financial data, ultimately driving sustainable growth and success.

• Achieved $500K in Annual Cost Savings: Implemented cost control measures, resulting in substantial annual savings while maintaining quality and efficiency. Streamlined processes and negotiated better pricing terms across projects.

• Standardized Vendor Management Processes: Developed vendor management protocols that enhanced operational efficiency, reduced costs, and improved vendor performance, ensuring more consistent project outcomes.

• Provided Strategic Insights for Senior Management: Tracked and analyzed key financial metrics, providing senior management with actionable insights to support resource allocation and long-term financial strategy.

Dax Software Solutions January 2012 – October 2015 Product Coordinator

Initiated the tracking of project progress and performance while working with cross-functional teams to enhance future projects, as well as the development of risk mitigation strategies to minimize delays and cost overruns. Demonstrated expertise by completing complex Excel projects within tight deadlines. Applied project management tools and methods, including Agile methodologies and automation.

• Improved delivery times by streamlining project management processes, establishing clear timelines and milestones, and implementing effective tools.

• Ensured project success by defining project management processes, creating templates, and setting clear timelines and milestones.

Earlier Career:

Project and Finance Coordinator – Reality Plus

Assistant Project Manager / HR Assistant – RMH Tele Services Project and Finance Coordinator – Quality Doors and Cabinates Human Resources Specialist – Intrawest

Education & Professional Development

• HR Fundamentals, Certification in Recruiting and Retaining a Talented Workforce – Bellevue College Continuing Education (2015)

• Web-Centric Computing – National Institute of Technology (NIIT)

• Bachelor of Arts in Economics – Delhi University

• Office Management – YMCA

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