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IT PROJECT MANAGER
IT PROJECT MANAGER with over 20 years of progressively responsible experience in Information Technology and Business Consulting. My experience includes positions such as programmer, systems analyst, support team lead, Project Manager/IT Lead to Global Technology Manager. My business experience includes Business Owner, Business Consultant/Coach, and Sales Executive with an in depth knowledge of all aspects of business. I have multiple years of experience leading several global projects in Supply Chain Management, Order Management and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), managing multi-million dollar projects and program offices. I also have extensive GxP Pharmaceutical Validation experience. Willing to travel (up to 75%) and relocate.
Tenaciously Resourceful Problem-Solver and Self-Starter who combines technical knowledge and business acumen to deliver results.
· Relentlessly coached business owners and implemented systemic changes to turn around their businesses, increasing their profits.
· Took it upon self to become a Licensed Health and Life Insurance Producer.
· Devised solution for migration and archival of legacy Quality Systems data.
Persuasive Client-Focused Communicator with proactive approach and strong written and verbal communications skills.
· Negotiated $250K deal with a large biotech firm for regulatory compliance services.
· Communicates effectively with upper management, internal clients, and direct reports.
· Hired, trained, motivated, and induced loyalty in diverse multi-cultural colleague and contract employees.
Dynamic Innovative Leader adept at planning, streamlining, delegating, driving productivity, and enhancing profitability.
· Completed $8 MMUSD IT project on time and on budget managing 30 resources (colleagues and consultants) on a global project.
· Drove development efforts for a customized Global LIMS (SQL*LIMS) solution to meet delivery schedules.
· Developed requirements and specifications for several large scale global Quality Systems
· Directed and completed several implementations of large global Quality Systems application adhering to CFR 21 Part 11.
· Increased profits of several small businesses, one increased their clients by 113% and their profits by 46%.
Internationally Seasoned Personable Team Player with program management and multiple plant experience.
· Planned and implemented large scale application in Sweden, Germany, Austria and US.
· Created and directed an applications support team in Austia and US.
· Created and directed an applications support team staffed with colleagues from Mexico and US.
Creative, Professional Decision-Maker with broad hands-on experience.
· Experience developing, validating, distributing and implementing Quality Systems applications (LIMS, ELN)
· Extensive experience with software development lifecycle.
· Familiarity with MRP/ERP applications and relentlessly focused attention to deadlines and budgets.
CAREER OVERVIEW / CORPORATE AND ENTREPRENEURIAL EXPERIENCE
Mullins & Associates, Consultant Assigned to Abbott Laboratories in Chicago, IL November 2009 to Present
As a consultant Business Analyst, I am assisting with implementation of IDBS's BioBook Electronic Lab Notebook for Abbott's Global Research and Development division. My duties include scoping, requirement gathering, scheduling, implementation and deployment of updates to GPRD's core applications - Watson LIMS, ELN, Up To Data's iStudyReporter . This also involved integrating the various BioAnalysis systems between Europe and the US.
Bankers Life and Casualty, Insurance Agent MI June 2008 to November 2009
In this position, I assisted seniors in retirement planning including 401k, 403b, IRA rollovers as part of their overall retirement planning. I helped seniors solve their insurance needs, complimenting their retirement through life insurance, Medicare supplements, and long term care insurance policies.
Comsys, IT Lead/Project Manager Assigned to Pfizer in Kalamazoo MI April 2007 to May 2008
This position required analyzing business processes, designing and recommending changes in preparation for an implementation of a Global LIMS system using SQL*LIMS as an off-the-shelf solution. As part of their decommissioning strategy, I helped develop a solution for migration and archival of legacy data, and remediation of custom programs of related systems while adhering to CFR 21 Part 11.
Arbour Group LLC, Sales Executive November 2006 to March 2007
I was responsible for business development of the Midwest Region and delivered $250K deal for regulatory compliance services. We focused in on the Pharmaceutical and Medical Device industries.
JMC Consultants LLC, Business Coach March 2005 to November 2006
As a Business coach, I helped make small businesses more profitable throughout Western Michigan. I helped each of my clients to increase their profits substantially, one by 46% and increased the number of their clients by 113%.
Extrand Inc., Global Technology Manager Assigned to Baxter in Westlake Village CA December 2003 to March 2005
This position was a consultant assigned to Baxter Bioscience and given the title of Global Technology Manager. I assembled two LIMS support teams (US and Austria) for the Bioscience and Pharmaceutical Division. I also lead implementation of a Global LIMS application into several domestic plants using a SQL*LIMS off-the-shelf solution adhering to CFR 21 Part 11. 90% Travel.
Pharmacia, IT Lead/Project Manager July 2001 to December 2003
As a colleague, I lead the development, validation, delivery and implementation of Core LIMS system using SQL*LIMS as a basis for the solution. The project I managed had a budget of $8 MMUSD. We implemented the application adhering to CFR 21 Part 11. I also assisted in setting up a program office to administer each global implementation. This program office had an annual budget of $3 MMUSD.
CDI, IT Lead/Project Manager Assigned to Pharmacia in Kalamazoo MI April 2001 to July 2001
This position was a contract to hire for the position listed immediately above this entry.
Computer Aid Inc., Systems Analyst Assigned to Kellogg's in Battle Creek MI July 1997 to April 2001
This position encompassed several various job functions. I helped create and manage a multi-cultural support team for the Frozen Order Management System. I was the lead analyst who designed and implemented nightly support system for the Frozen Order Management System. I also assisted in the Year 2000 project for the legacy order management systems.
Systems Analyst December 1988 to July 1997
In this position, I analyzed and developed Prosecuting Attorney and Circuit Court System on a Unisys Mainframe utilizing Cobol and DMSII. I was also the lead support analyst on several mainframe governmental applications.
Holland Hitch Company, Programmer/Analyst February 1988 to December 1988
This programmer/analyst position analyzed, developed, and implemented Shipping application on PC's for the warehouses.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's of Science, December 1987, Western Michigan University. Major: Computer Science, Secondary Education, Minor: Mathematics, Coaching, GPA: 3.24, Computer Science Honor Society Member
Currently pursuing Master's of Business Administration, Project Management from University of Phoenix. GPA: 3.5
Novell CNA 4.11, July 1997.
Certified & Accredited Business Coach, April 2005
