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● Engaged in the Data Center industry, specializing in pre-sales and post-sales activities.● Collaborated on a range of projects aimed at optimizing IT and Digital solutions, drawing on expertise gained from extensive IT leadership roles.● Contributed to the development and implementation of Data Center solutions, demonstrating adaptability and the ability to leverage technology to drive business growth.● Proactively seeking opportunities to return to a broader IT leadership role, armed with a wealth of expertise spanning diverse technical domains such as Infrastructure, Application, Digital Transformation, Service Support, and Cybersecurity. Additionally, I possess strong leadership skills in Strategy Development, Stakeholder Management, Business Partnership, IT Governance, and Exceptional Communication Skills. My goal is to leverage this comprehensive skill set to drive innovation, efficiency, and growth in a dynamic IT leadership position.

Westchester, Illinois, Us

● Strategic Planning:Crafted and executed innovative strategies for business evolution, including digitalization, mergers, Industry 4.0, automation, sustainability, global expansion, agile transformation, and supply chain optimization.● Leadership:Demonstrates visionary leadership through strategic thinking, clear communication, change management, risk mitigation, adaptability to evolving technology landscapes, financial acumen, and dedication to talent development.● Business Partnership & Stakeholder Management:Cultivated strategic partnerships with C-suite and cross-functional leaders, securing trust for value-driven initiatives.● Budget Allocation:Managed regional P&L, implemented analytics for budget accountability, ensuring disciplined cost control and financial forecasts.● Project Management:Experienced PMP-certified Project Director, delivering diverse projects, including SAP and Salesforce deployment, M&A integration, Azure Cloud, Microsoft SharePoint, OneDrive, Team, and Power BI implementation, RPA, IoT, Analytics, Manufacturing digitalization, Operational Technology integration, and sustainability apps development.● IT Infrastructure:Oversaw comprehensive lifecycle management of critical infrastructure components such as servers, networks, cloud services, storage, cybersecurity, UC, ERP, SCM, and MES, optimizing efficiency, stability, scalability, and cost.● IT Application:Directed lifecycle management of business applications, including SAP, CRM, LIMS, and Weigh-Scale, from selection to ongoing maintenance.● IT Security:Implemented robust security measures, including IDS, IPS, IDR, DLP, Secure Remote, Firewalls, and Proxies, aligning with industry standards.● Digital Transformation:Led digitization efforts with RPA, IoT, analytics, Cloud Computing, AR, and mobile app technologies.● Vendor Management:Managed sourcing strategies, service contracts, partner relationships, and outsourced transitions and change management

Meyrin-Satigny, Geneva, Ch

● Strategic Planning: Spearheaded innovative strategies encompassing digitalization, mergers, Industry 4.0, automation, sustainability, global expansion, agile transformation, and supply chain optimization.● Leadership: Demonstrated visionary leadership through strategic thinking, clear communication, change management, risk mitigation, technology adaptability, financial acumen, and talent development.● Business Partnership & Stakeholder Management: Cultivated strategic alliances with C-suite and cross-functional leaders, fostering trust and collaboration for value-driven initiatives.● Budget Allocation: Managed regional P&L, implemented analytics for budget accountability, ensuring disciplined cost control and accurate financial forecasts.● Project Management: Led diverse projects, including SAP and Salesforce deployments, manufacturing digitalization, and operational technology integration, as a PMP-certified Project Director.● IT Infrastructure: Oversaw lifecycle management of critical components like server virtualization, networks, storage, telecommunication, ERP, SCM, and MES, optimizing efficiency, stability, scalability, and cost.● IT Application: Directed lifecycle management of business applications, such as SAP, CRM, and LIMS, from selection to ongoing maintenance.● Vendor Management: Led sourcing strategies, negotiated service contracts, managed partner relationships, and facilitated outsourced transitions and change management for enhanced operational efficiency.

Meyrin-Satigny, Geneva, Ch

● Global IT Administration:Closely supporting the Global CIO in overseeing Global IT Administration on a global scale in several critical aspects, including IT finance, budgeting, global Capex and Opex consolidation and reporting, procurement, HR, and projects. Strong collaboration with key business and function partners ensures the effective and efficient operations that drive organizational success● Leadership:Member of Global Information Services Executive Team, providing visionary leadership to shape the Global IS strategy and drive the successful implementation of cutting-edge technologies in alignment with the company's growth and objectives.● Budget Management:Initiated and spearheaded the standardization of the IS budgeting process that streamlined financial procedures and empowered effective resource allocation and meticulous financial planning across the entire organization.● People and Talent Management:Instituted the IS Career Ladder, a strategic initiative focused on enhancing employee engagement and retention within the Information Services department. This innovative program played a pivotal role in attracting and nurturing top talent and fostering a highly motivated and skilled workforce.● Business Partnership:Served as a trusted IT partner to Finance, HR, and Corporate Services, offering expert guidance and support to enhance their operations and empower them to achieve their strategic objectives.● Project Management:Led the Global IT Steering Committee, working collaboratively with global and regional CIOs and Corporate functions to facilitate strategic global IT project and Capex planning sessions, ensuring seamless coordination and alignment with business goals.

Meyrin-Satigny, Geneva, Ch

● Leadership:Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to align infrastructure initiatives with business objectives, fostering a synergy that resulted in enhanced operational efficiency and significantly improved user experiences.● Vendor Management:Demonstrated expertise in managing vendor relationships and contract negotiations, effectively optimizing service levels and cost efficiencies to deliver value-added solutions.● Budget Management:Played a key role in providing strategic guidance on infrastructure investments and upgrades, contributing significantly to the organization's successful digital transformation journey.● IT Asset Management:Efficiently managed the life cycle of IT infrastructure assets, ensuring their effectiveness and efficiency in supporting seamless business operations.● IT Infrastructure Management:Demonstrated excellence in managing the entire IT infrastructure, overseeing the performance and maintenance of critical systems and networks. This encompassed data center infrastructure, network administration, client environment engineering, and comprehensive support services.● IT Security:Implemented robust network security measures, ensuring the organization's data and systems were safeguarded against potential threats and vulnerabilities, bolstering cybersecurity posture.● Project Management:Led the team in executing complex IT projects, including data center upgrades and network expansions. Demonstrated a commitment to seamless integration and minimal disruptions to business operations.● Compliance Management:Ensured strict adherence to industry best practices and regulatory standards in the management and maintenance of the organization's IT infrastructure, reinforcing the organization's commitment to compliance and data security.

Master Of Science Degree, Communication And Network Systems

Specialist Diploma In Internet Of Things, Internet Technology

Bachelor Of Engineering Degree, Electrical And Electronic Engineering