Diana Salguero
Houston,TX
Summary
I am a Senior Information Technology Executive with extensive background in working in complex IT environments consisting of multiple terminals in the oil and gas industry. I am highly skilled at leading regional teams, operation technology, M&A IT Activities, PMI and transformation programs, through advanced digital solutions.
I have a distinguished track record in program management as I am able to combine my technical abilities with business acumen. I am able to lead cross functional teams delivering exceptional results.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
IT OT Director Americas
Vopak
Houston, TX
05.2013 - Current
- Developed and implemented the corporate technology roadmap to align with business strategy, driving innovation and enhancing efficiency.
- IT Governance: Establish and enforce the corporate IT control framework inclusive of policies, procedures, and standards for the effective and secure use of technology across the organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Managed all aspects of information technology operations in North and Latin America.
- Successfully led digital transformation by overseeing global application implementation and IT infrastructure standardization.
- Developed and supervised a dynamic IT team focused on fostering innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Supported the career advancement of team members through mentorship and professional development.
- Facilitated close collaboration with business leaders, department heads, and cross-functional teams to gain insights into their technology needs, identify potential areas for innovation, and ensure alignment of IT solutions with business requirements.
- Assigned and reviewed work of IT project managers and systems analysts.
- Maintained budgetary control over IT expenses for division and terminals, ensuring adherence to established goals, guidelines, and objectives.
- Managed end-user services, including providing technical support for a VDI environment and managing complex networks.
- Oversaw IT operations involved in integrating and separating terminals across different countries as part of M&A projects.
- Developed and implemented automation strategies to streamlining operations and increasing efficiency.
IT Manager Latin America
Vopak
Buenos Aires, Argentina
01.2006 - 04.2013
- Developed divisional IT plan aligned with corporate IT plan and business strategy.
- Successfully established and executed IT policies and procedures in alignment with industry standards.
- Led a team of 14 professionals and administered the operations of the divisional ICT department, which spanned across 9 countries.
- In charge of the maintenance, development, and support of the IT infrastructure and Global applications.
- Collaborated with other departments to develop innovative solutions for complex problems.
- Worked closely with vendors to negotiate contracts and select appropriate products or services.
- Assessed system needs, improved design processes and enabled systems to align more closely with business expectations.
- Recommended hardware and software acquisitions to help users assess needs and justify equipment and services.
- Kept project teams on-task with proactive control of budgets, schedules and scopes.
- Recruited, trained and supervised IT department staff.
- Developed and implemented system lifecycle methodologies to produce systems of high quality.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved efficiency in IT processes.
IT Project Manager
Vopak
Miami, FL
08.2004 - 05.2006
- Led global ERP implementation project for JDEdwards in Mexico and Venezuela
- Managed large-scale IT projects from conception to completion, ensuring all deadlines were met.
- Coordinated with stakeholders, customers, vendors, and team members to ensure successful implementation of projects.
- Communicated regularly with stakeholders about project objectives, scope changes, timeline updates, resource allocation adjustments.
- Developed project plans that included timelines and deliverables, identified resources needed, and estimated costs for each project.
- Secured continuous project scope alignment with business objectives and made modifications to enhance effectiveness toward intended result.
IT Support and Office Manager
Vopak
Miami, FL
04.1999 - 08.2004
- Assisted with the preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial statements.
- Coordinated meetings, conferences, travel arrangements and department activities.
- Bookkeeping, accounts receivable and payable, bank reconciliation, payroll, budgeting, and monthly financial statements using QuickBooks and Hyperion
- Network administrator; installing, maintaining, supporting, monitoring and upgrading operating systems, software, hardware, and office peripherals
Education
Management Information Systems
Florida International University
Miami, FLSkills
- Leadership and Management
- Technology Integration
- Information Technology Digital Transformation
- Program and Project Management
- Performance Improvement
- Strategic Planning
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional
Timeline
IT OT Director Americas
Vopak
05.2013 - Current
IT Manager Latin America
Vopak
01.2006 - 04.2013
IT Project Manager
Vopak
08.2004 - 05.2006
IT Support and Office Manager
Vopak
04.1999 - 08.2004
Management Information Systems
Florida International University
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