SUMMARY

• Project Manager with 15+ years of experience managing tasks and solving business problems to accomplish goals and make effective business decisions.
• I have an exceptional ability to find resolutions to problems and complete tasks. I always go above and beyond.
• My proven skills include defining requirements, analyzing options, identifying resources, managing budget, meeting deadlines, gaining consensus, reporting on project status and overseeing details through implementation.
• I am a self - motivated, a quick learner, and a multitasker with a quest for excellence. I enjoy working with people and working hard.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• MS Office
• MS Project
• Quick Books
• ADP Payroll
• Loftware
• Locus Robotics
• Confidential Robotic System

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Confidential, Ashland, MA

Responsibilities:

• Managing remote setup of 275K sq. ft. e-commerce fulfillment center including server room, equipment purchase and ISP selection and setup; 2 month project from building acceptance to operational.
• Managed Locus Robotics New Corporate Headquarters build-out and relocation project; budget $1.8M, 45k sq. ft. state of the art office space, robotic sales demo floor and manufacturing / warehouse area. Managed all vendors’ relationship, negotiated all contracts, troubleshot / resolved issues and updated project status to C-level management. The project including building search, lease review, architect selection, space design, general contractor bidding and selection, furniture selection, network and security installation, office art work / décor and organized relocation. Project completed in 8 months
• Negotiated postal rates with FedEx, DHL and USPS. Recovered unused postage totaling 11k from USPS.
• Audited 5 years of building fire / sprinkler reports to verify compliance to meet risk management requirements. Worked with VPs to comply with fire codes.
• Managed the construction of the ecommerce photo studio from empty space to fully functioning photo studio, project took 3 months.
• Managed the opening of a 184k ecommerce warehouse space from building selection to operational; the project took 3 months, space was ready for holiday season.
• Moved 50 train cars of Confidential robots and pods from Confidential . Negotiated contract and managed all aspect of project including logistical issues.
• Provide C-Level directed analysis on various topics including US population analysis for e-commerce, parcel delivery routes and hubs (UPS, FedEx, USPS) analysis, same delivery parcel programs and options. Monitored the U.S. industrial real estate market for trends in e-commerce facilities.
• Manage projects including: corporate branding, freight cost evaluation, material handling sourcing and pricing negotiations and real estate CAM charges reviews.

Confidential, Andover, MA

Software Project Manager/Business Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Managed the 2 year project of customizing proprietary e-fulfillment house distribution software ( Confidential ) for a large client. Defined the requirements, created cost estimates, managed the budget, secured management approval, facilitated the implementation and prepared weekly status reports.
• Managed the project of customizing distribution software to accommodate the requirements and integrate with third party shipping software. Defined the requirements, negotiated which modules were being purchased, ensured modifications and enhancements were compatible with needs of clients.
• Participated in meetings and collaborated with the developers.
• Beginning the feasibility study of a product photo studio to enhance services for fulfillment customers
• Performed 8 building searches within 5 years. Defined requirements, researched availability, collaborated with commercial realtors, toured buildings, evaluated, analyzed and prepared cost/benefit reports, made recommendations and negotiated lease terms.
• Sourced vendors for telecom, waste and recycle services, furniture, janitorial services, painting, electrician, and cabling and office supplies. Negotiated terms and managed implementation and service level agreements.
• Procure logistics operations equipment including pricing negotiations
• Perform analysis of package flow over the United States resulting in recommendation of location of future fulfillment warehouses.
• Managed budget and all phase of facilities upgrades including installation of kitchens, floor repair, movement of a wall, installation of carpet and painting.
• Corporate art recommendation and project management

Human Resources Manager

Responsibilities:

• Processed accounts receivable, invoicing, accounts payable and order processing using Quick Books
• Managed all aspects of payroll processing including workers compensation audits
• Perused funding via state incentives, capital leases and bank credit
• Collaborated with ADP to transition to and implement a new payroll processing system for 50 employees in 5 states.
• Oversaw all tax and compliance reporting
• Processed offer letters, payroll with third party service and benefits
• Selected company 401K plan and medical, life and disability insurance providers
• Oversaw and trained team of eight employees
• Participated in high level project planning meetings
• Managed team to meet software release schedules, participated in project meeting
• Implemented software testing systems
• Industry included procurement, portfolio accounting / asset management, service call management