Michael Borman
Senior Project Manager
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Experienced Senior Project Manager gifted at meeting tight deadlines, driving business opportunities and working well in team-based environments. Engaging and personable with the ability to manage key milestones and deliver exemplary customer service.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Macy's
Edina, MN
02.2020 - Current
- Developed project plans and managed project scope using methodologies to guide projects from conceptualization to implementation and maintenance.
- Outlined work plans, determined resources, wrote timelines and generated initial budgets as part of project scope determination.
- Closely collaborated with project members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Oversaw internal and external projects by reviewing activities, maximizing efficiency and increasing collaboration and communication transparency.
- Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
- Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on task and achieve schedule targets.
Project Manager
Macy's
Edina, MN
05.2019 - 02.2020
- Identified, reviewed and applied policies and procedures by exercising informed judgment to achieve optimal performance.
- Managed all phases of $[Number] project from procurement to commission.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
- Updated operational methods, oversaw accounting procedures, tracked information and compiled data to improve efficiency.
- Developed implementation methodologies to rein in project costs while meeting key milestones.
Associate Buyer
Macy's
Edina, MN
02.2017 - 04.2019
- Oversaw procurement of products for 100+ food concepts, monitoring annual budget of $50M.
- Maintained and managed accurate inventory levels.
- Prepared in-depth reports regarding orders, sales and costs and distributed weekly to appropriate management staff.
- Maintained timely product deliveries by effectively communicating with vendors, merchants and distribution center.
- Communicated with suppliers to negotiate best pricing on apparel and accessories.
- Sourced new vendors in effort to boost range of products offered in store locations while reducing costs through strategic contract negotiations.
Project Specialist
Macy's
Minneapolis, MN
02.2015 - 01.2017
- Contributed to construction planning process, including scheduling software rollout and purchasing projects.
- Improved process efficiency and workflow by implementing productivity initiatives and proactively identifying and resolving problems.
- Monitored supply levels and identified cost-effective materials to reduce project expenses.
Intern
Macy's
Minneapolis, MN
06.2014 - 01.2015
- Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets and presentations for internal and customer-facing needs using MS Office suite.
- Helped corporate scheduling team, lead trainings, coordinate files and internal system clean up.
- Participated in cross-functional team-building activities.
Various Roles
Macy's
Minneapolis, MN
07.2007 - 05.2014
- Held various positions including sales associate, sales executive and field leader who reports to director level.
- Held Starbucks Coffee Master Certification
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Marketing & Management
Normandale Community College
Minneapolis, MN 09.2012 - 05.2015
Skills
Strategic Planning
Project Management
Purchasing expertise
Data management
Data analysis understanding
Trend Analysis
Contract Negotiation
Account management
Strategic Business Relationships
Supplier Performance
Process Development
Distribution and warehousing
Microsoft Office Suite
Critical Thinking
Microsoft Excel
Volunteer Work
- Friends of Batahola -Co-chaired a fundraising event that produced $3,500+ donations
- Various BOOM10 events
- Feed My Starving Children
- Second Hand Harvest
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Macy's
02.2020 - Current
Project Manager
Macy's
05.2019 - 02.2020
Associate Buyer
Macy's
02.2017 - 04.2019
Project Specialist
Macy's
02.2015 - 01.2017
Intern
Macy's
06.2014 - 01.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Business Marketing & Management
Normandale Community College
09.2012 - 05.2015
Various Roles
Macy's
07.2007 - 05.2014