Wexford, Pennsylvania, United States
Highly motivated IT professional with over twenty years of demonstrated leadership in systems implementation, program execution and process improvement engagements. Team player proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Provided seasoned project management support for the implementation program of Oracle’s Merchandising Foundation Cloud Service (MFCS). Responsible for leading the efforts of a team of technical and functional resources, and business and quality assurance analysts, and independently driving the Pricing workstream through scaled Agile delivery methodology. Leading the implementation of Cymbio's Marketplace e-commerce platform. This enables Abercrombie & Fitch to expand their reach by launching retail shops across various social media platforms, including TikTok and Meta / Instagram, and international retail partners (Zalando, ASOS).
Responsible for leading large, high complexity programs with focus on leading program planning efforts and managing the integration implementation, reporting, and overall performance to ensure the successful delivery of value and outcomes. Accountable for driving alignment and managing dependencies across programs, projects, and product / technology teams. Led the coordination and management activities with business partners. Engaged with customers, partners and constituent groups to create positive, trusting and professional relationships. ● Led a team of engineers, analysts, and quality assurance resources through the upgrade of Dick’s Sporting Goods Transportation Management System to deliver class leading cost-effective freight routing capabilities. ● Led the upgrade of Dick’s Labor Management System across all their distribution centers to help increase teammate productivity through improved engagement and scorecarding, and consistent labor standards.
Responsible for leading teams of software engineers, business / systems analysts, and quality assurance resources in the implementation, maintenance, and support of several of DSG's supply chain systems. Directly oversaw multiple complex projects through creation of business case and project charter, external vendor communication and detailed timelines, and ensuring the projects were completed on-time, within budget and met internal/external partner expectations. ● Led the implementation and integration of the OpenText Active Intelligence Service as an enhancement to DSG’s Vendor Compliance Management system to interrogate incoming EDI transactions to capture routing guide violations. This resulted in an approximately 30% increase in chargeback volume in the short term and drove improved vendor compliance in the long term. ● Led the design, and implementation of Dick’s in-house developed Vendor Compliance Management system. ● Led the co-design, development, testing, and implementation of Dick’s custom-built Reverse Logistics Management system with Manhattan Associates to centralize and streamline the administration and processing of return-to-vendor product. ● Co-led the implementation of Dick’s core Merchandise Management System, including overseeing all the integrations to and from their portfolio of external systems. ● Led the implementation of Dick’s vendor-to-DC replenishment system as well as the upgrade of its DC-to-store replenishment system for its stores and distribution facilities. ● Responsible for leading the selection and implementation of Dick’s Customer Relationship Management System to administer their Scorecard loyalty program.
Responsible for partnering with prospective clients to review and understand their distinguishing business requirements and align them with software solutions to address their needs and deliver value.
Responsible for directing three application teams in the design, development, testing, implementation, and support of eToys’ suite of custom-built merchandising systems, including SKU administration, purchasing, EDI, and inventory management. ● Led the implementation of an in-house developed Just-in-Time inventory management system in support of eToys Bookstore launch.
Responsible for overseeing client engagements and managing teams of consultants in strategic systems planning, package evaluation and selection, and system implementations. ● Managed the successful enterprise-wide implementation of JDA’s Merchandise Management System at Frank’s Nursery & Crafts, a $600M regional lawn and garden retailer. ● Led the development of a strategic systems plan and package selection project for J.Crew Group, Inc.