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Senior Project Manager

KPMG UK

1. Spearheaded the transition of a critical data analytics product to Azure PaaS, achieving a 36% boost in audit efficiency and a 30% reduction in project turnaround time.
    2. Strategically grouped stakeholders, ensuring efficient project execution and exceeding planned project velocity by 15%.
    3. Identified and mitigated key project risks, enhancing team productivity by 18%.
    4. Facilitated collaboration across 9+ verticals and 4 geo-locations, promoting a unified multinational working environment.
    5. Implemented a hybrid Agile-Waterfall methodology, optimizing project delivery and efficiency.
    6. Conducted extensive workshops with cross-functional teams, resulting in a 22% reduction in project overheads.
    7. Delivered consistent program reports, effectively managed project risks and dependencies, and championed continuous improvement.
    8. Collaborated with risk analysis experts for timely compliance risk assessments, aligning with regulatory standards and project timelines.

Skills: Agile, SCRUM, Product Development, Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Budget Management, Change Management, Matrix Team Management, Vendor Management, Feature Release Planning, Release Planning, Sprint Planning, Data Product Management, Data Analysis, PowerBI, SQL Server, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Progress Reports, Requirements, Risk/Issues/Assumptions/Dependencies Management, Scope, Governance, Regulations, RACI, Waterfall SDLC, Hybrid, PRINCE2, Data Lake, Database, Azure, Azure DevOps, Azure Repo, MS Project, ServiceNow, SharePoint, Audit, Fintech, Python, PyTorch

Project Manager in Audit Data Analytics on Azure

Infosys

1. Awarded for outstanding program execution and consulting excellence in cloud migration projects.
    2. Led the migration of 350+ complex solutions, increasing productivity by 50%.
    3. Streamlined stakeholder engagement for enhanced communication and program alignment.
    4. Innovated migration processes, boosting project velocity by 150%.
    5. Resolved vendor engagement challenges, aligning 50+ global vendors with program timelines.
    6. Facilitated smooth stakeholder and business team communication, increasing project throughput by 57%.
    7. Built and managed high-performance teams, enhancing productivity by 50% and achieving 150% project velocity.
    8. Meticulously planned application migrations, ensuring seamless transition to operational mode.

Skills: Agile, SCRUM, Azure, Azure DevOps, Azure Repo, Migration, Migration Patterns, Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Budget Management, Change Management, Matrix Team Management, Vendor Management, Solution Architecture, Infrastructure as Code, Pipelines, Policy as Code, SecOps, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Risk/Issues/Assumptions/Dependencies Management, Scope, PRINCE2, Governance, Regulations, RACI, Waterfall SDLC, Hybrid, ITIL, Service Delivery, Release Planning, Sprint Planning, Automation, Azure FinOps, Database, PowerBI, SQL Server, GxP regulation, Kanban, ServiceNow, SharePoint, Team Optimisation, Excel VBA, MS Project, Mentoring, Oracle, SAP ECC Integration, Progress Reports, Smartsheets, Webapps, Requirements

Senior Project Manager - Azure Migration (Applications, Infra)

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1. Streamlined transition processes, improving efficiency by 36% and reducing quarterly project costs by 15%.
    2. Modernized internal web portal for accurate quarterly cost forecasting and efficient decommissioning.
    3. Implemented automation solutions, reducing billing efforts by 60% and error cases by 47%.
    4. Skilled in problem-solving, improved data accuracy, and enhanced client trust.
    5. Collaborated with global business stakeholders for smooth application transition to BAU support.

Skills: Program Management, Change Management, Stakeholder Management, Budget Management, Risk/Issues/Assumptions/Dependencies Management, Governance, Service Delivery, Vendor Management, Matrix Team Management, RACI, Consolidation, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Financial Forecasting, Data Analysis, Account Management, Mentoring, Team Optimisation, Scope, ITIL, ServiceNow, SharePoint, MS Project, Automation , Excel VBA, Progress Reports

Senior Project Manager - Business Service Transition

Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED, Inc.

1. Led a 20-member team in developing bespoke interfaces for SAP HANA and CONA, enhancing data segregation from various suppliers.
    2. Implemented process changes to increase throughput by 32%, reducing overall project time by 12% through automation and effective resource management.
    3. Delivered components including SSIS packages, SQL Server database, and Azure-based services efficiently.

Skills: Agile, Azure, Azure DevOps, Azure Repo, SAP CONA, SAP HANA, Product Development, Solution Architecture, Stakeholder Management, Program Management, Change Management, Matrix Team Management, Release Planning, Sprint Planning, Budget Management, Risk/Issues/Assumptions/Dependencies Management, Scope, Data Analysis, Database, PowerBI, SQL Server, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Governance, RACI, Regulations, Automation, Infrastructure as Code, Pipelines, Kanban, ServiceNow, SharePoint, Team Optimisation, Excel VBA, MS Project, Mentoring, Progress Reports, REST API, Webservices, .NET, C#, Powershell, Webapps

Product Manager - Microsoft Azure - Enhancements, Development

Unilever

1. Executed enhancement requests using Agile methodology on AWS and Azure platforms.
    2. Managed stakeholder communications effectively, minimizing new user story additions by less than 5%.
    3. Facilitated phased user onboarding, reducing high priority incidents by 30% and achieving 35% faster BAU transition.
    4. Championed automation for post-enhancement support, reducing high priority incidents by 40%.

Skills: Digital Product Development, Product Development, Agile, SCRUM, Solution Architecture, React, Android, iOS, Azure, Azure DevOps, Azure Repo, Release Planning, Feature Release Planning, Stakeholder Management, Requirements, Budget Management, Change Management, Risk/Issues/Assumptions/Dependencies Management, Scope, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Governance, RACI, Database, SQL Server, Webapps, Webservices, REST API, GitHub, Pipelines, Service Delivery, Sprint Planning, Automation, Powershell, ITIL, Mentoring, Team Optimisation, Progress Reports, SharePoint, Excel VBA, MS Project, .NET, C#

Agile Digital Product Manager - Microsoft Azure/AWS

Sainsbury's

1. Managed on-site and offshore teams for a PCI compliance project, involving over 2000 terminals.
    2. Assembled a 12-member team, effectively managing diverse stakeholders and minimizing user story turnaround time by 20%.
    3. Successfully delivered the project within timelines and budget, transitioning to BAU support smoothly.

Skills: PCI Regulations, Payments, Agile, Waterfall SDLC, Program Management, Risk/Issues/Assumptions/Dependencies Management, Stakeholder Management, Budget Management, Change Management, Governance, Matrix Team Management, Requirements, Scope, Vendor Management, Solution Architecture, Service Delivery, Release Planning, RACI, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Automation, Database, SQL Server, Team Optimisation, ITIL, Progress Reports, SharePoint, Pipelines, Webapps, Webservices, Mentoring, MS Project, Excel VBA, GitHub, Powershell, Python, Java, Perl, .NET, C#, Windows, Oracle, REST API

Project Manager - Electronic Fund Transfer

British Petroleum

1. Recognized for outstanding contributions in various roles, including Project Manager and Lead Developer.
    2. Delivered a range of solutions in energy trading, risk management, and supply chain management.
    3. Managed software release processes, coordinating with cross-functional teams for seamless project execution.

Skills: Agile, Front Office, SCRUM, Trading Applications Development and Support, Feature Release Planning, Product Development, Release Planning, Solution Architecture, Sprint Planning, Stakeholder Management, Budget Management, Change Management, Matrix Team Management, Requirements, Risk/Issues/Assumptions/Dependencies Management, Scope, Data Analysis, Database, SQL Server, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, RACI, REST API, Webapps, Webservices, GitHub, Mentoring, MS Project, Progress Reports, SharePoint, .NET, Automation, C#, Java, Powershell, Python

Project Manager

Apple

1. Excelled in innovative algorithm design and data processing, enhancing HR system efficiency.
    2. Worked as a developer and module lead, specializing in Oracle, JAVA, and UNIX shell scripting.

Skills: iOS, MacOSX, Java, Solution Architecture, Requirements, Database, Oracle, Stakeholder Management, Release Planning, Scope, Waterfall SDLC, Webapps, UNIX, Automation, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Data Analysis, RACI, Governance, Mentoring, Progress Reports , Excel VBA

Software Engineer

Bringing over two decades of passion and commitment to the IT project management world, I've carved my niche in Agile product/project management, cloud-based solutions, digital transformation, and app development. Known for juggling project success and integrity, I thrive in orchestrating programs that not only hit their marks but also empower teams. My journey has seen me diving deep into both Agile and Waterfall methodologies, untangling the knots of risk management, and building bridges with stakeholders. What really lights my fire? Leveraging the power of Azure, AWS Cloud Infrastructure, and DevOps to not just meet, but exceed operational goals and project KPIs.

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