Amanda Brown
Redondo Beach,CA
Summary
Forward-thinking project management specialist confident in leading team members, managing schedules and coordinating resources. Keeps projects on-track with decisive supervision and quick problem-solving. Persuasive in communicating and negotiating with internal team members, vendors and other stakeholders.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager / Ecommerce Consultant
A B Consulting
Redondo Beach, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Presented findings from data analysis in a clear, concise manner that was easily understood by stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems.
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
VP of Project Management
Nogin Inc
Tustin, CA
12.2021 - 05.2023
- Track and communicate project status, issues, risks and decisions to leadership team.
- Determine project staffing needs and lead resource management.
- Develop solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
- Produce thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
- Identify appropriate resource needs and develop on-site work schedules to facilitate timely completion of projects.
- Partner with department directors for key process improvements.
- Create project plans based on project schedules and scope to capture key milestones and deliverables.
- Review and analyze customer business strategies and implementation needs.
- Train and mentor project managers on project methodologies and resource planning.
- Facilitate operational checkpoint activities throughout lifecycle of projects.
Sr Director of Project Management
Nogin Inc
Tustin, CA
07.2018 - 12.2021
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
- Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance and cost efficiency.
- Drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
- Furnished project updates to various stakeholders, informing on strategy, adjustments and progress.
- Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
Sr Director of Project Management
Onestop Internet
El Segundo, CA
01.2016 - 07.2018
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
- Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.
- Modified project plans when needed to better align with organizational objectives.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
Director of E Commerce
Onestop
El Segundo, CA
05.2014 - 12.2015
- Enhanced sales volume through skilled support to both new and inactive customers.
- Coached, developed and motivated team to achieve revenue goals.
- Successfully opened a second office from the ground up. As past of the office opening I lead the efforts in launching multi-million dollar clients.
- Prepared and presented quarterly business reviews.
- Assessed sell thru data and KPIs for forming online sales strategies maximizing conversion and revenue.
- Mentored and internally promoted successful company sales and account management staff into leadership positions to drive company growth.
Associate Director
Onestop
El Segundo, CA
01.2011 - 04.2014
- Utilized reporting and visualization tools to support governance and team reporting needs.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Maintained positive relationships with vendors and external partners to support business resilience efforts.
- Verified third-party conformance to SLA delivery requirements and helped manage critical contracts.
- Supported the team on executing forecast, promotional strategy and merchandising needs.
Assistant Buyer
Ross Stores
Los Angeles, CA
12.2004 - 12.2007
- Added new vendors and products into system and keyed in special shipping codes when needed.
- Reviewed and approved vendor invoices.
- Tracked key purchasing metrics and reported findings to supervisors for review.
- Determined reasonable prices for goods by evaluating pricing proposals and financial reports.
- Kept inventory within ideal minimum and maximum levels with skilled management.
- Applied well-developed communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills to build effective working relationships with vendors and partners.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Merchandising
Marymount University
Arlington, VASkills
- Systems Implementation
- Performance Improvements
- Project Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Resource Allocation
- Customer Relationship Management
- Agile Methodologies
- Project Scope
- Work Flow Planning
- Project Development and Lifecycle
- Documentation and Reporting
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Project Manager / Ecommerce Consultant
A B Consulting
06.2023 - Current
VP of Project Management
Nogin Inc
12.2021 - 05.2023
Sr Director of Project Management
Nogin Inc
07.2018 - 12.2021
Sr Director of Project Management
Onestop Internet
01.2016 - 07.2018
Director of E Commerce
Onestop
05.2014 - 12.2015
Associate Director
Onestop
01.2011 - 04.2014
Assistant Buyer
Ross Stores
12.2004 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Merchandising
Marymount University
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