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Memphis, Tn, Us

- Providing consulting services for client engagements handling all aspects of the SDLC from inception to go-live * Conducting requirements gathering workshops with client subject matter experts to document system * functional requirements for pay and labor. * Translating client requirements into solution design for review in workshop events. * Configuring and validating interfaces with ERP and payroll systems utilized at various clients. * Implementing configuration in UKG AutoTime software in requested client environments. * Facilitating and assisting in unit testing and customer acceptance testing to ensure the solution meets technical and functional requirements. * Moving approved solutions to Production environments and coordinating with client resources to ensure successful go-lives. * Assisting in post go-live support and training of client resources to assume operational control of their systems- Maintaining consistent track record of low incident go-lives and superior customer approval for overall engagement- Primary consultant on multiple simultaneous projects and as supplemental resource providing assistance to other members of the professional services team.- Contributing knowledge of Lean and Agile methodologies to increase efficiency and reduce overall client expense.- Leveraging knowledge of government contracting requirements, DCAA labor requirements, SOX, and other audit regulations to ensure client solutions are compliant.

San Diego, California

- Project Manager for new system implementation replacing existing software implemented in 2009 * Managed all aspects of the project from requirements gathering, system configuration, custom specification approvals, testing, issue tracking, task management, and leading meetings with internal and external teams. * Provided project status updates including weekly briefings to the line of business vice president and monthly presentations to steering committee and executive management. * Conducted gap analysis between existing solution and new product. Worked with vendor to identify mitigations for all 150 gaps identified. * Met with business users to gather functional requirements and then translate them to technical requirements. * Completed project 15% under budget, on time with an aggressive schedule, and minimal post go-live issues. * Created illustrated job aids for all end user roles and conducted classroom training for identified users. * Prepared all documentation required for SOX audit with internal IT Auditor and participated in audit reviews and attestations to ensure post production system passed audit.- Member of Kronos customer advisory board to actively engage with vendor and direct product strategy - Project manager for Office 2007 to Office 2016 upgrade within the Office Modernization project. - Assisted with negotiations of Microsoft Enterprise Agreement..- Developed Continuous Improvement training materials with seven other Lean Specialists in IT. * Conducted training on developed materials to IT departments including; Project statements, Root cause analysis (5 Why’s, Fishbone), Current and Future state maps, Value Analysis, Pick Charts, Implementation plans.- Conducted multiple Kaizen events including time and attendance report utilization analysis resulting in avoidance of approximately $275,000 by retiring and / or consolidating 73 reports.

San Diego, California, United States

- Facilitated a company wide gap assessment to identify gaps in current business practices and capabilities that would prevent NASSCO from entering and being competitive in the amphibious shipbuilding market a potential new line of business. - Facilitated the initiative following a three-phase approach: * Phase I – Reviews of new business requirements from specification and RFP to identify gaps. * Phase II – Department and cross functional teams develop mitigation actions required to close each gap including estimated cost and time. * Phase III – Implement action items for gap closure.- Compiled results at the end of each phase and prepared the program manager to present to senior management and parent company executives.

San Diego, California, United States

- Supervised MRO and Facilities buyers. Provided assistance with day to day job duties, conducted regular one-on-one meetings, and mid-year and annual reviews.- Handled high visibility, high dollar value purchasing activities for contracts totalling approximately $70 million.- Worked closely with facilities management staff responsible for meeting capital expenditure requirements to ensure that documentation was included for project approval, budgets were met, and projects were completed within contractual requirements. - Organized Terms and Conditions training for all MRO and facilities staff in cooperation with legal and created a desktop reference for buyers.- Facilitator for the following Value Stream Mapping (VSM) projects: * Process for handling cost plus repair contracts from estimating to purchasing resulting in 11 process improvement initiatives (PII’s) and three additional VSM projects identified for further improvements. * Process for handling firm fixed price repair proposals from estimating to purchasing resulting in the identification of 27 areas for improvement. * Qualified Supplier List (QSL) Vision including various departments within NASSCO resulting in 12 PII’s and four additional VSM projects identified for further improvements.

Greater San Diego Area

- Handled overhead and direct purchase spot buys as well as annual contracts in a timely manner and in accordance with end users need by dates. - Worked on software purchases and negotiated end user license agreements.- Negotiated pricing and contract terms as well as NASSCO’s standard and on-site terms and conditions in coordination with end user, legal, risk management and other departments that played a key role in the contract.- Created a good rapport with internal customers and suppliers to assist in getting the job done right the first time to support company motto; “First time quality begins with me.”

Greater San Diego Area

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Area

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Area