Rick Rapa Email & Phone Number

I am working for Caterpillar as a Project Manager. I am an accomplished professional with a successful track record of leading teams, managing projects and reaching goals within guidelines, budgets and timelines. I also have experience in Outside Plant Operations and the installation of wifi units. Expertise in handling large projects with many moving parts while meeting high standards of quality and productivity. For 24 years I have been a Business Services Specialist with a demonstrated history of working in the communication and food & beverages industry as well as experience in technology. . I have extensive experience in Customer Insight, Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), Customer Service, Consumer Products, and Sales. I have strong program and project management skills with a BS in Industrial Management from Georgia Tech. I have an amazing capacity for diffusing difficult situations and have numerous examples of how fires were put out because of my abilities to resolve problems. My interpersonal skills and subtle wit give me an edge to connect with vast personalities and is indispensable for a healthy work environment. Additional Areas of Expertise:Project Manager/Project ExecutionTeam ManagerInventory ControlTrainingBillingCross-Functional CollaborationStrong analytical and holistic narrationPeople DevelopmentReporting/Analyzing DataCommunicationIn my spare time I am a sports and music enthusiast, along with helping to coach my sons little league team. I am open to opportunities that help me showcase my professional talents in an enjoyable organization.

Listed skills include Cross Functional Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Account Management, Customer Service, and 18 others.

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  Georgia Tech

  Industrial Management