Project Management Program

LARRY MCBRIDE Katy, TX ***** 678-***-**** *********@*********.*** LinkedIn

Professional Resume

Accomplished technology executive with 25+ years of experience managing information systems and delivering technical improvements to global, multimillion-dollar, companies. Creative problem solver and “big picture” thinker known for strategic solutions, system integrations, program management, and implementations that optimize business operations, fuel productivity, and drive revenue. Experienced hands-on leader and mentor able to assemble, enable, and motivate cohesive working teams, build consensus, & mobilize resources.

KEY STRENGTHS

ERP Implementation/Optimization

Business Process Reengineering

Leadership Training & Execution

Strategic Planning & Execution

Development of IT Services

Strategic Software Selection

Program/Project Management

Global Team Development

DR & Business Continuity

Business Transformation

S&OP Methodology

MRP Integrated Planning

Change Management

Vendor Management

Budget Planning & Management

HIGHLIGHTS

Solution Delivery: Proven track record developing successful, cost-effective business solutions, combining technology expertise with strong business acumen, to over 250 projects related to process redesigns, systems integrations, and ERP implementation/reimplementation/upgrade. Initiatives have included all facets of requirements gathering, product selection, system integrator, quality assurance, support, change management, program and project management.

Integration: Integration software, (as BA); JD Edwards database, Microsoft SQL, IBM, Oracle, Boomi, Tibco.

Program Management: Expertise designing, building, and leading multiple IT departments, implementing best practices and developing global teams to support project portfolios successfully. Replaced legacy systems and implement-revamped solutions on JD Edwards’ systems across globe.

Governance: Experienced designing and implementing IT governance framework aligned to the companies’ needs to drive improvements, minimize risks, and achieve business objectives.

Managed Services/Outsourcing: Experienced managing & outsourcing support services to offshore operations. Led research, vendor selection, contract negotiation, & support models design for these services.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Self Employed Mar 2024 – Present

Consultant

Provide Services to JD Edwards Companies, Project Management, Upgrades, and hands-on

support services:

Corner Stone Home Builders I did requirements gathering of Finance modules for

Upgrade to Rel 9.2.

Visual Comfort Manufacturing requirements gathering for upgrade from JDE 9.2

requirements gathering for Finance and Distribution Modules.

Analysis of reports for upgrade.

Syntax, LLC Mar 2022 – Feb 2024

Senior Project Manager and EPM

Project Manager in the Professional Services group, responsible for managing multiple upgrade projects, concurrently.

Below are some of the projects managed:

Support the transaction of a ‘Mfg. Company’ running JDE World to a new selected software. We were asked to support JDE World products and assist with migration to the selected software.

Upgrade Software and Tools to Ver 9.2 in US and Japan account and transaction to Syntax managed services, requiring functional and technical effort with integration. There were two teams managed, one in Japan and one in the US depending on where the work was being performed; (Sales, Finance, and inventory management was handled in the US while the manufacturing and inventory in Japan). I worked with the internal staff to develop the requirements, followed by developing test plan(s), performing the testing, and turnover of the

changes to managed services and go-live.

Canadian City, upgraded the tools release to ver 9.2. Prepared an upgrade plan, testing scripts from

Financials modules and go-live turn over.

Pharmaceutical manufacturing company; Syntax had implemented the Financial System and

the Mfg. Company wanted to Implement the Inventory System and Procurement. I worked

with the Mfg. CFO to develop revised business requirements and with Syntax consultants to

perform configuration and implementation of the Financial, Inventory System and Procurement System in a live state.

Suez Canal Company performed a technical upgrade of the Tools to Ver 9.2 which was

accomplished during the migration of the software. Prepared and managed an upgrade plan,

testing scripts, and go-live turnover of Financials, and Inventory.

Food service Company performed a technical upgrade of the Tools to Ver 9.2. Prepared and

managed an upgrade plan, Financial and distribution testing scripts, and go-live turn over.

Energy Services Company required a technical upgrade of the Tools to Ver 9.2. I prepared and

managed an upgrade plan, Financial, distribution testing scripts, and go-live turn over.

Canadian Institute for Cancer Research upgraded the tools release to ver 9.2 which also

required upgrading the financial application software.

Syntax as EPM; define and understand the balance between client satisfaction and company; Manage customer requests and initiatives against existing or new SOWs; Advisory on strategic and operational levels of application roadmap; Continuous innovation.

Implement EPM Support functions for Syntax:

-Provide comprehensive view of the IT Organization

-Work towards organizational benefits

-Improve cost savings

-Improve communication

-Increase productivity and speed

EPM Project:

Water technologies company HQ in Paris France was acquired in a Syntax merger and was moved from OnPrem to AWS Hosted of Financials, distribution. Reconfigured database processes to improve performance; worked with the Syntax Database group and the ‘Client IT’ resolving all open issues. Working with ‘Client’ and Syntax I was able to extend the Contract for two years.

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc Apr 2020 – Mar 2022

Project Manager and Business Analyst

I provided vision, leadership and change management process within the Manufacturing and Planning functional areas; participated in strategy planning activities working closely with the BU in the development of process improvements to improve quality and increase productivity to achieve business goals. I led interface activities between JD Edwards 9.2 and other third-party systems like DSI and provided on-going support of BU within the Manufacturing and Planning processes by providing audit of services and troubleshooting functions.

Below are examples of projects:

Morgan was in go-live when I arrived, I was called upon to provide support for go-live testing

and documentation. Provided these services on an as needed basis and traveled to my other

assignments.

Masterack business processes were not functioning effectively, and I was asked to evaluate and make changes, perform testing, etc of Financials; perform analysis of the performance of the supply chain products, Item master, Inventory, Procurement, Manufacturing and made changes to the setup and configuration to enhance the performance of the financial system.

The Leer Group was a combination of Companies in southern California, Indiana and a new

facility in Mexico. The plans were to reorganize and open a manufacturing facility in Mexico

and close the SOCAL facility. I performed the business analysis of Finance, Sales, Inventory, Mfg. to reconfigure the Ca and Indiana operations and went to Mexico to manage the setup and configuration, training, setup of the business processes of the new facility using JDE business applications, Finance, Inventory, Mfg., etc. This was a challenge because Mexico laws must be followed, and the Company business plan followed. The idea was to move raw material from the US to the manufacturing facility, manufacture the product, when manufacturing was completed in Mexico ship it back in bulk to the US for marketing. We completed the project as designed, with minimal delays, largely due to staffing.

Federal Eagle, I went to Ohio to perform an evaluation of the Federal Eagle facility; there were

management changes and there were some questions of modifying the existing custom software or converting it to JDE 9.2. Corporates position was to migrate to JDE 9.2 as all other locations, when I left the company, the decision had not been made.

Denovo Ventures LLC Jul 2019 – Apr 2020

Denovo, an Oracle Platinum Partner consulting firm leveraging Oracle's JD Edwards, Cloud and Supply Chain Solutions North America.

Sr. Solution Architect

Hired to support the Sales Organization in Upgrades and Managed Services opportunities. Within one month shifted to working with strategic managed services client(s) with the knowhow to solve major challenges; provide leadership for technical innovation and help drive setup of new Financials and distribution managed services.

AVATA – Houston, TX ` ` Jul 2018 – Jul 2019

AVATA, an Oracle global strategic partner, is a consulting firm leveraging Oracle's JD Edwards, Cloud and Supply Chain Solutions.

Director: JD Edwards Practice

Hire to develop strategy, organization structure, and improve the JD Edwards practice to deliver client solutions and enable business growth. Manage all aspects of project delivery and managed services including functional, technical, and CNC. Serve as subject matter expert and provide expertise across teams to secure contracts, improve processes, and contribute to the overall business.

Implement best practice and leverage PMO methodologies to manage projects’ life cycle.

Collaborate with sales to develop accurate project scopes and estimates for clients.

Within a year, turned around eight previously unfinished projects; developed recommendations and guided teams through implementations resulting in successful rollouts of Financials, Distribution, and Mfg Costing.

Serve as an engagement manager on projects to ensure on-time delivery & exceed clients’ expectations.

Smartbridge Consulting – Houston, TX Jun 2013 – Dec 2014

Smartbridge Consulting is a full-service consulting firm providing technology, strategy, and implementation services to businesses.

Director – JD Edwards Practice

Oversaw JD Edwards practice and led Oracle business partnership relationship. Recruited, trained, & supported new sales department with the functional & technical knowledge needed to market the right solutions to clients. Improved business offerings by developing total centralized solutions via key partnerships with other vendors.

Oversaw and led delivery, support, financials distribution and sales team on client engagements.

Managed key vendors and led the selection and training of all onshore and offshore consultants.

Developed strategic and tactical plans–implementation roadmaps, functional/technical specifications to align solutions and clients’ business needs.

Cultivated stakeholder relationships, delivering project status, transparency, and constant communication enabling successful solution implementations.

Led several business process reengineering engagements to improve productivity and efficiency of Financial system, Sales and Inventory.

Willis Group Companies – Houston, TX Mar 2012 – Jun 2013

Willis Group Companies provide expert guidance in consulting and recruiting.

Director – JD Edwards Practice

Built and grew a JD Edwards practice and developed services, delivery, and support teams. Worked with clients to understand their needs and implemented solutions enabling the organization to increase sales by offering specialized Oracle/JD Edwards solutions. Managed partnership process with Oracle from plan development to presentation & within six months obtained Oracle Business Partner status for the company.

Supported sales team with JD Edwards’ technical and functional expertise and helping create accurate sales/marketing materials and proposals.

Secured a contract with Flotek to rescue a twice-failed 2-year JD Edwards implementation.

oPerformed system analyses; identified deficiencies; developed solution; & managed implementation.

oThe new implementation went live successfully within six months and secured a second contract for a year of managed services.

oSet up and tested the financial modules.

The Home Depot, SSC – Atlanta, GA May 2009 – Mar 2012

The Home Depot Support Store Center provides technical and operations support to all stores nationwide.

Senior IT Program Manager

Managed and led full project life cycle from requirement gathering to deployment following PMO methodology and metrics. Acted as the liaison between the review board and development team providing all project documentation, SOX compliance controls, reporting, and communication.

Managed 10 PMs and 12 vendor companies coordinating the work efforts of over 1500 consultants.

Oversaw and ran an average of 60 custom development projects and SAP integrations a month.

Managed and collaborated with all departments to develop near-shore operations.

Implemented and oversaw Labor Strategy Management program to drive down cost related to onshore and offshore resources.

Flotek Industries – Houston Tx Jan-2015 – Nov-2017

(Flotek develops and delivers prescriptive, reservoir-centric chemistry technologies to oil and gas)

IT Vice President & Head of Special Projects

Returned to Flotek tasked with revamping the system, addressing all deficiencies, implementing one centralized system solution, and leading the day-to-day IT organization. Provided strategic leadership and technology vision to IT. Managed a team of 25 employees supporting corporate office and 3 manufacturing facilities.

Managed the JD Edwards system upgrade from 9.0 to 9.1, designed and implemented flexible, scalable infrastructure to handle growth, and brought hosting in-house significantly reducing overhead cost.

Managed the testing of all JDE Suites, Finance, Distribution, Manufacturing, any customization in the upgrade process.

Fully redesigned internal infrastructure and developed an environment to handle business operations worldwide eliminating manual patchwork and gaining efficiency on all operational processes.

Recruited & mentor team to manage system upgrades & converted key players into full-time resources.

Delivered system integrations and application implementations that helped elevate operations:

oRolled out Oracle Hyperion to centralize and improve financial reporting and analysis.

oImplemented the SalesForce.com platform for prospecting and enabling R&D product selection.

oDeveloped integrations to manage R&D data for product specifications.

Led IT divestiture & managed data separation, patchwork, & migration for oilfield downhole tools sale.

Gained recognition and praised for successfully performing the system upgrade live due to 24/7 operation model.

Reliasys, Inc – Fremont, CA Nov 2006 – Apr 2009

Reliasys is an Oracle/JD Edwards Business Partner specializing in providing software development, consulting & support services.

VP of Consultancy & Operations

Re-built and re-launched the JD Edwards practice, developed business offerings, and enabled the organization to capture additional sales and increase revenue. Directed sales & marketing, managed services, and delivery teams for all JD Edwards projects from proposal development to implementation. Recruited, developed and led a group of 8 employees and leverage additional 50 business consultants and technical resources.

Oversaw the Oracle Network Partnership program to ensure the continuation of partnership status.

Secured multiple SOWs by developing detailed proposals in alignment with client requirements.

Developed IT roadmaps, functional designs, technical specifications, and implementation processes.

Served as executive engagement manager leading steering committee meetings to discuss project statuses, budgets, impediments, and areas of improvements.

Evaluated clients' current system state and applied business process reengineering expertise to develop effective solutions.

Industry Jobs of interest to my career

J.D. Edwards Business Partner: Sales support, Consulting services, Upgrades, new implementations: Specializing

in Energy and Land/Lease Management; Manufacturing/Distribution; IBM Service Business Partner, CMAS,

MAPICS, and DMAS Information Resources Inc. Business Partner; Established J.D. Edwards Energy User Group

and served as President; provided market diversified accounting and data processing services for industry wide

consulting services, provided business process improvements, troubleshooting, system analysis, software search

and implementation; developed policies and procedures, system enhancements, training, and remote support

specialties were Energy, Land/Lease Management, O&G, Manufacturing/Distribution and Construction Services.

Everest Minerals Corporation: Data Processing Manager: Performed research for the automation and data processing needs of the company; installed J.D. Edwards Core Financials, Energy, Land Management, Purchasing, Job Cost, FASTR, and Production modules on 2 AS/400 Model B30s; organized the JD Edwards project team

involved in the implementation system; continued to support this client on an as needed

basis using a remote connection.

Saber Refining (now Valero): Managed the Refinery Accounting in Corpus Christ. Production accounting of all Refinery production units. Inventory management of product received at the Refinery; stored and production by refinery production units. Tracked from receipt of crude on barges; refinery production, to shipping of completed products to Customer. Data modeling and System integration; It was my responsibility to develop custom applications and manage inventory and cost of product production of the Refinery.

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Certified Agile SCRUM Master

Oracle Partner JDE 9.2 Pre-Sales Specialist

IBM – Sales and Marketing training

JD Edwards Training University – Courses:

Financials

Distribution

Manufacturing

Engineering & Construction

Land Management

Oil and Gas Exploration

EDUCATION

Louisiana State University – Accounting major

San Jacinto College – Computer Science major

Upper Iowa University – Management major

Dale Carnegie Management – communications & graduate instructor

AFFILIATIONS

HUG – President of Oracle/JDE Houston Regional User Group (2017-2019)

Quest – Member of Quest International – Alumni 24 year’s membership

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