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MCP, PMP
Objective & Summary:
Hands-on, result driven self-starter is exploring new opportunities in dynamic organization. Excellent communicator experienced in managing high performance teams and implementing cost effective IT solutions. Offering solid leadership skills combined with excellent knowledge of Project Management Methodology, full cycle ERP implementations and effective infrastructure and people management.
Areas of Expertise:
* 10 years of experience in technology and business (oil & gas, automotive, corrugated, food manufacturing), service delivery and technology integration, strong commitment to professional excellence
* Strong knowledge of business processes, management of project phases from requirements gathering and system selection to pilot testing and go-live
* Ability to deliver project objectives and technology initiatives meeting stakeholders expectations
* Ability to effectively support live operational environment, providing excellent technical services and integrate technology solutions with minimum business interruption
* Data Centre management, administration, performance optimization and support, Data Archiving, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, SAN/NAS Architecture, VPN, VMWare server virtualization, web conferencing (Webex, GoTo Meeting), PBX / VoIP Telephony (Nortel BCM, Meridian Norstar)
* Network design, NetWare, Linux, UNIX (SCO, AIX), Windows Servers 2000/2003 Active Directory, Centura SQLBase, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL scripts (queries, views), Crystal Reports, SmartForecast
Experience
Santa Maria Foods Corporation, Toronto, Canada - 08/2006 - 04/2009
Information Technology Manager
Managed IT department supporting corporate network and telecom infrastructure, installation and configuration of servers, workstations, switches routers and VoIP equipment. Overseen the performance of 200 Windows XP/Vista workstations located across multiple locations, managed IT security, maintained IBM P-series and DELL PowerEdge 2900 servers running AIX and Windows Server 2003 with Active Directory, controlled software licensing and registration issues
Installed, configured and managed production database on MS SQL Server 2005 ensuring database top performance, installed and configured Apache web server, FTP Server, configured and managed NAS, managed Meridian PBX, VoIP telecommunication stations, Webex video conferencing and remote support sessions (Citrix GoToAssist), Nortel voicemail systems. Ensured timely tapes library rotation, performed and verified disaster recovery procedures
Installed and configured SmartForecast demand planning, and inventory optimization software and integrated it into ERP system
Evaluated new IT solutions including VMware ESXi Server, virtual desktops, Track-IT Help Desk Asset Management suite, Security Manager Plus network scanner, ELM Enterprise Manager
Created IT procedures and policies including Corporate Internet and Computer Usage Policy, Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) compliant with business requirements, created RFPs, managed SLA with vendors (Rogers MPLS), built and maintained ERP user database security, managed roles and access rights, performed SQL server database administration and optimization, created SQL scripts and database maintenance plans, supported corporate web site and Intranet
Completed Projects:
Project Manager for the replacement of the legacy EDI solution with new production system, established, tested and deployed 810, 812, 850, 855 inbound/outbound communication with 12 large retail business partners
Managed the project for PSTN conversion with VoIP hardware (BCM400 and Nortel VoIP phones) and software solution for 50 users in one of the company office locations, configuration of BCM400 and Nortel VoIP telephones
Project leader for creating new LAN/WAN head office network, interconnected with regional offices by DS1 backbone, managed Rogers MPLS SLA, purchased and configured, data center servers, routers and switches, I3 DVR Digital Video Management System, controlled scheduled activities, verified work completion. Developed design and coordinated installation and testing of computer and telecommunication equipment
Project leader for the replacement of the legacy ERP solution with the new ERP system Sage (Adonix) X3 - a fully integrated suite of modules including production planning (MRP), manufacturing, CRM management, warehouse management & distribution, accounting (AP/AR/GL) and EDI.
Delivered $1.1 Million project on time and within budget
Tencorr Packaging Inc, Toronto, Canada - 08/2000 – 08/2006
Systems Administrator / ERP Project Leader
Installed, configured and managed UNIX (SCO) legacy ERP servers, Novell NetWare file and print servers later migrated to Windows 2000 Servers with Active Directory with Veritas BackupExec, ARC Serve Backup. Configured Microsoft Terminal Server, for the infrastructure remote access, managed 3Com Firewalls and Cisco Routers, Windows 2000/XP workstations, installed and administered Symantec Antivirus Corporate Edition, Microsoft IIS Server, Centura SQLBase Server late migrated to MS SQL Server, Meridian Telephone System, network printers, provided user training and support
Setup and utilized DDS data backup media libraries using Microlite Backup EDGE for UNIX, ARCServe 6.5 for NetWare, Veritas Backup Exec 8.5 with Disaster Recovery option and off-site tape library rotation, verified and tested backups on the weekly basis, maintained Nortel telephone system
Collaborated with ERP vendor, created RFPs for ERP system functionality improvement, performed hardware upgrades, installed service packs and security patches, monitored network traffic and security logs, maintained VPN connection between two manufacturing locations, created customized Crystal Reports, documented system support procedures, created company web site, developed corporate IT Security policy and disaster-recovery plan, managed vendor contract, handled software licensing and registration issues
Completed Projects:
Project leader for the Imaginera ERP system implementation for packaging industry. Completed project on schedule within budget
Managed the project for Centura SQLBase migration to Microsoft SQL Server 2000, new production scheduling system deployment testing and going live
Managed the project for the remote order entry and creation, testing, bug fixing, and go-live including WEB-based order management module eMotion with on-line Order Status Reports, streamlining the order entry process and improving communication with customers
Nissan Motors, Moscow, Russia - 06/1998 – 02/1999
Senior Technical Coordinator
Performed certification of the passenger cars, supervised and conducted technical tests at the Central Proving Ground Technical Test Center in accordance with International Safety and Environmental Standards (brakes, noise, emission, etc.), obtained Certificates of Conformity. Facilitated in certification and bringing to the market 3 new models in six months period. Provided dealers with new product information and updated technical data, distributed Certificates of Conformity
Collaborated with Federal and International Certification Agencies on safety and compliance issues, prepared technical reports in response to the government inquiries about vehicle safety standards and performance
Actively participated in conferences and seminars, coordinated activities with manufacturing plants (UK, Spain), prepared monthly status reports for the Nissan European Research and Development Center
Goodyear SA, Moscow, Russia - 11/1997 – 06/1998
Sales Manager
Expended dealership network in Moscow region by finding new corporate customers including bus and truck companies
Collaborated with Federal and International Certification Agencies on tire safety and compliance issues, prepared technical reports relate to the technical aspects of truck tire performance and reliability
Daewoo Corporation (Daewoo Motors Division), Moscow, Russia - 05/1992 – 11/1997
Assistant Sales Manager / Certification Engineer
Actively participated in automotive sales expansion by developing dealers network in the area of the city of Moscow, resulting increased sales by 150% in two years
Assisted in opening five new dealerships in Moscow and corporate head office in Ukraine
Performed testing and certification of passenger cars, buses and parts, carried out technical tests (high-speed track driving ability tests), prepared quality reports, arranged customs paperwork and shipping documentation, represented company at International Auto-Motor shows
Education and Training:
University of Toronto
PMP Exam Preparation - 2008
Strategic Leadership Skills Development (Canada) - 2006
Leadership Seminar
New Horizon Computer Academy (Canada) - 2002
Crystal Reports Seminar
Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) Certification - 1999
Canadian Business College - 1999
Diploma: IT Specialist:
Emphasis: Information Technology – Programming
Learning International (UK)
Professional Selling Skills Certificate - 1997
University of Oil and Gas (USSR)- 1985
Degree: Industrial Engineer (Graduation Project in Oil Well Development
Process Optimization and Automation)
Emphasis: Oil Well Development Process Automation
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