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As Manager, my primary responsibility is to lead and coordinate seamless collaboration between our company and the SAP Ariba Network throughout the product life cycle.I ensure strict adherence to company and government policies and procedures while administering the development of program roadmaps to outline future program features and enhancements.Additionally, I spearhead integration of four Ariba modules and drove strategic initiatives aligned with our capabilities and objectives.During the final testing stages of project, I utilized Jira to log bugs and ensure a smooth implementation. I also prepare comprehensive training materials for future users, ensuring a seamless transition to the new system.My accomplishments within this role are following:• Played a key role as the tool owner focal in expanding Ariba from the Collins Aerospace business unit to all of Raytheon, an organization with 182,000 employees.• Contributed significantly to design process for Sourcing and Contracts by working closely with representation from Collins Aerospace, Corporate Raytheon, Pratt and Whitney America, as well as Pratt and Whitney Canada.• Orchestrated seamless integration of spend data from two acquired business units into Rockwell Collins Heritage, augmenting overall visibility of an impressive $3.2B in expenditure and serving as a catalyst for identifying lucrative opportunities and synergistic potentials across all three business units.• Delivered training sessions on the Common Request Vehicle and Supplier Self Service modules of Ariba, imparting invaluable knowledge to multiple BE Aerospace locations during pivotal SAP go-live implementations.• Presented to employees at all levels within organization, including senior executives and the CFO, demonstrating expertise in Ariba functionality and tool capabilities.• Conducted engaging presentations to groups of up to 300 individuals, effectively communicating the features and advantages of the system.

In this role, I provide expert project management consulting services to our clients, ensuring the successful delivery of project objectives within the specified timelines.One of my main responsibilities is to closely collaborate with clients to analyze their project needs. By understanding their requirements thoroughly, I develop comprehensive project plans that outline the necessary steps to achieve their goals.Throughout the project lifecycle, I offer robust recommendations to optimize success and overcome any obstacles that may arise.Effective communication is crucial for project management, and I prioritize establishing strong channels with stakeholders, team members, and clients. By fostering transparency, addressing concerns, and providing regular project updates, I ensure that everyone involved is well-informed and aligned towards achieving project milestones.My key success for this role is:• Contributed significantly in maintaining project timelines for implementation of virtual desktops across various departments within a local hospital, ensuring uninterrupted workflow for administrative and healthcare staff.

During my tenure as the Senior Project Manager at Rockwell Collins, I played a vital role in defining precise concepts and meticulous requirements for company documentation at all organizational levels. This was crucial to ensure strict adherence to government regulations, customer specifications, and quality standards such as ISO 9001 and AS/EN9100.Collaborating closely with web design experts and key stakeholders from various departments including Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Engineering, and Quality, I led the development of a modernized platform for efficient storage and organization of business documentation. This platform was designed in alignment with the standards set by the American Productivity & Quality Center (APQC), aiming to enhance productivity and streamline processes.A section of my key contributions includes:• Formulated, evaluated, and implemented corporate-level, business unit-level, and functional-level company documentation across entire enterprise, fostering uniformity and facilitating execution of company processes.• Performed a thorough review of all corporate documents to eliminate redundant and conflicting policies and procedures, resulting in attaining overall reduction of 30% and improving operational efficiency.

As a part of this role, I provided strategic counsel and expert technical support in cost analysis and budget preparation.I closely liaised with Procurement leaders to foster informed decision-making and optimize financial outcomes.One of my key responsibilities was conducting quarterly cost center reviews with individual leaders, presenting comprehensive summaries to the Senior Director. This involved analyzing a $25M budget encompassing 200 employees and highlighting invaluable insights.I also generated monthly Purchase Price Variance forecasts and performed in-depth analysis of actuals to provide valuable insights into cost fluctuations.Here are some of my proudest achievements:• Directed a strategic project aimed at optimizing placement of the Cost Estimating Team within organization, ensuring strict compliance with government requirements and elevating customer satisfaction.• Accomplished a remarkable 75% reduction in the volume of Purchase Price Variance line items requiring review by implementing a threshold increase for analysis from $10k to $50k.• Collaborated closely with a cross-functional team on-site to conduct an extensive analysis of program's highest inventory driver, yielding impressive overall savings of 7%.• Led a transformative workshop as the project lead for Rockwell Collins Germany's largest program, driving a remarkable $1M reduction in inventory.

As a Senior Pricing Analyst, my primary responsibility was to lead the coordination of cost estimation for intricate customer Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and new business opportunities.I meticulously prepared accurate and detailed material cost estimates for Government Contracts and International & Service Solutions at domestic Rockwell Collins locations. This involved utilizing expert analysis techniques and ensuring strict adherence to contractual requirements.Additionally, I actively contributed to government audits, conducted customer fact-finding initiatives, and facilitated negotiations to enhance bid support. Collaborating with the Pricing organization, Program Management, and Procurement, I orchestrated the seamless consolidation of all essential elements for the bid package.My achievements are as follows:• Achieved a substantial reduction of 2 days in the lead time for conducting onsite audits of documentation.• Executed successful implementation of a cutting-edge electronic storage system for bidding documentation.