Project/Program Manager
About Candidate
Introduction:
IT Manager with 20 years of experience in software delivery, specializing in Agile, Waterfall, and IT governance. PMP and SAFe POPM certified, with expertise in managing large-scale, multi-country projects across telecom, cybersecurity, streaming, and FMCG industries. Proven ability to drive compliance, optimize budgets, and deliver high-impact solutions, saving organizations millions in costs and fines. Skilled in stakeholder management, requirement prioritization, and vendor negotiations. Successfully led Agile teams, improved development velocity, and optimized IT operations. Strong background in SAP, Salesforce, and cybersecurity, ensuring seamless system integrations and security compliance. Experienced in cloud migration, network monitoring, and e-commerce solutions. Adept at bridging technical and business teams, improving delivery speed and customer satisfaction. Led multi-million-euro initiatives, securing funding and executive buy-in. Expertise in strategic planning, governance frameworks, and scaling Agile methodologies.
Responsibilities:
- Managed multi-million-euro IT projects, optimizing budgets and reducing costs.
- Led Agile transformation initiatives, enhancing team velocity and project delivery.
- Directed compliance projects, ensuring regulatory adherence and avoiding penalties.
- Oversaw cloud migration and cybersecurity implementations for enterprise clients.
- Negotiated and managed vendor relationships to improve service delivery.
- Streamlined product development by bridging business and engineering teams.
- Improved system scalability and infrastructure reliability across global operations.
- Defined project roadmaps, prioritized requirements, and aligned with business goals.
- Acted as a single point of contact for stakeholders, reducing conflicts and delays.
- Led large, distributed teams across multiple geographies, ensuring seamless collaboration.