Antonina U.

Experience

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  Lustdorf

  Nov 2016 - Jan 2019

  Project Manager

  * Supported in launch of multiple projects, improving performance metrics through effective planning and execution.* Collaborated with stakeholders to prioritize and drive project initiatives.* Pinpointed key issues, analyzed complex data, and devised effective solutions, resolving problems that enhanced project outcomes.* Performed comprehensive research, collected data from diverse sources, and delivered actionable insight.* Created and streamlined team communication protocols and meeting materials, facilitated clear information flow.* Compiled and analyzed monthly and weekly reports for senior management, providing critical insights that supported strategic planning and decision-making.* Generated accurate financial reports, detailing results and trends that guided budget allocation and improved financial decision-making. Show less

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  ICM InStore Concepts + Media Sp

  Jan 2019 - Jun 2019

  Project Manager

  * Executed high-impact projects under budget, achieving a 10% reduction in costs by leveraging cost-effective resource strategies.* Created comprehensive work plans, allocated resources, developed timelines, and formulated initial budgets.* Collaborated with directors to prioritize sales initiatives and project pipelines, enhancing strategic alignment and boosting project prioritization efficiency.* Conducted in-depth project risk analysis, identifying potential threats and implementing mitigation strategies that reduced project risks.* Ensured adherence to process compliance, monitored customer satisfaction, and led continuous improvement initiatives.* Organized and led regular feedback sessions with consultants, fostering motivation, enhancing skill development, and increasing performance. Show less

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  CreateIT.com

  Jun 2019 - Aug 2021

  Project Manager/Scrum Master

  Key Responsibilities* Orchestrated the simultaneous management of up to 11 projects, ensuring objectives, timelines, and deliverables were consistently met. * Spearheaded the development of a structured communication plan, transitioning from ad-hoc updates to a formal system that enhanced project transparency and accountability. * Cultivated strong client relationships, improving retention rates through personalized support and proactive communication. * Supervised daily operations across development, QA, and design teams, optimizing efficiency and ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards. * Facilitated Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, fostering team alignment and continuous improvement. * Coached and mentored teams to build skills, enhance performance, and promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and learning. * Acted as a hands-on problem solver, collaborating with teams to address blockers, resolve technical challenges, and maintain project momentum. Key Achievements* Enhanced client retention through personalized support and proactive communication, strengthening long-term client relationships. * Successfully managed up to 11 concurrent projects, achieving on-time delivery and meeting client objectives in a fast-paced, startup environment. Show less

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  Arelion

  Aug 2021 - Jan 2024

  Senior IT Project Manager/Scrum Master

  Key Responsibilities* Oversaw the full project lifecycle from initiation to completion, managing scope, schedule, and quality of a business-critical ITSM software project. * Led the collection and refinement of requirements from multiple business streams, ensuring alignment with technical teams and stakeholder expectations. * Managed a multi-service system architecture with numerous API integrations, including integrations with Salesforce and other essential platforms. * Coordinated with multiple cross-functional streams, aligning technical teams, business stakeholders, and vendor teams to ensure smooth execution and issue resolution. * Applied a hybrid approach of Agile and Waterfall methodologies, enabling flexibility for continuous improvement while maintaining long-term planning stability. * Controlled project budgets, optimized resource allocation, and ensured cost efficiency while delivering high-impact solutions. * Directed the design, development, and deployment of a complex, multi-service architecture with an emphasis on API integrations, master data management, and service alignment. * Organized and led workshops, team events, and executive presentations to ensure alignment, address project challenges, and drive stakeholder engagement. * Prioritized deliverables and managed competing demands from multiple streams, ensuring timely execution and delivery of essential project milestones. Key Achievements* Delivered a high-impact, enterprise-level ITSM software project for a leading telco B2B company, meeting tight deadlines despite a fast-paced and complex environment. * Integrated Agile and Waterfall methodologies to optimize workflows, driving a 20% increase in project throughput through improved execution processes. * Created comprehensive project documentation throughout the SDLC, including the complex discovery phase, to ensure operational clarity and support knowledge transfer. Show less

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  Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland

  Dec 2023 - now

  Senior IT Project Manager/Scrum Master

  Key Responsibilities*Reorganized an underperforming team into a structured, value-driven unit, promoting accountability and on-time delivery.*Proactively identified and addressed risks, managing critical dependencies and ensuring smooth project flow.*Aligned cross-functional teams including DevOps, technical, QA, and functional areas to resolve dependencies and accelerate progress.*Established and maintained project structures, workflows, and technical documentation to support operational clarity and efficiency.*Reported directly to C-level executives, advocating for business priorities, ensuring alignment, and managing escalations with transparency.*Built processes that accounted for interdependencies with other projects within the migration program, fostering cross-project alignment.*Created and maintained comprehensive project plans, ensuring clear timelines, defined deliverables, and task prioritization.*Advocated for team members’ needs, promoting accountability and protecting project scope by confidently saying "no" when necessary.Key Achievements*Transformed a chaotic, disorganized Salesforce project into a streamlined success, setting a new operational standard for future projects.*Increased team efficiency by 50%, turning a disjointed group into a high-performing unit capable of consistently delivering high-quality outcomes under tight deadlines.*Reengineered key project processes mid-stream, integrating Agile practices that significantly enhanced workflow efficiency and adaptability.*Successfully delivered a Salesforce project on time, despite multiple delays from interdependent projects, navigating a complex and chaotic environment. Show less