MILENA SIMOES DO ESPIRITO SANTO
Bethesda,MD
Summary
Experienced professional with over 10 years of expertise in project management, portfolio prioritization and cross functional teams and stakeholder engagement. Demonstrating leadership flexibility by successfully leading cross-functional teams and delivering high-impact governance and projects across various organizations, including IT Supply Chain, IT HR, and HR functions. Adaptive leadership style, fostering collaboration, and ensuring effective communication to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR Project Management
Nestle USA
Arlington, VA
01.2024 - Current
- Develops and implements governance and strategy to ensure successful completion of cross functional initiatives and projects.
- Manages special projects and programs from business case alignment to delivery.
- Coaches and develops project managers within and outside of PMO team.
HR Portfolio Manager
Nestle
Arlington, VA
10.2018 - 12.2023
- Led project portfolio alignment & prioritization, selection & monitoring
- Enabled efficient project execution by providing guidance, implementing effective processes, and ensuring adherence to governance protocols.
- Engaged with stakeholders to identify priorities and delivered prompt updates on portfolio change
- Spearheaded the generation of business cases and upheld portfolio accountability by conducting periodic reviews
- Supported project managers in achieving consistency and continuous improvement of approach, templates, and accelerators to enhance project management
RBS HR NA Portfolio Manager & Integration Lead
Nestle USA
Glendale, CA
03.2016 - 09.2018
- Managed IT HR Project Portfolio & took measures to drive awareness and establish the groundwork for improved visibility in IT resource planning
- Executed leadership role as head of project management team, bolstering IT project management approach
- Developed the framework and structure for successful Monthly HR Portfolio reviews within the Nestle Market shared portfolio
- Constructed a robust internal project management library and facilitated ongoing training sessions throughout the year
Demand & Supply Planning IT Lead
Nestle USA
Glendale, CA
10.2009 - 02.2016
- Enhanced team's understanding and implementation of demand planning process & technology in Nestle Zone Americas
- Managed and coordinated with stakeholders in the US market for optimal utilization of demand planning tools
- Implemented and coordinated major projects in North America
- Led Monthly Business Planning (MBP) assessments for Demand & Supply Planning in multiple regions including NUSA, Prepared Foods, DSD, Ecuador, Colombia, Canada and NWNA. Collaborated with corporate global MBP certification team to ensure accuracy and consistency
Senior Business Analyst
Nestle Brazil
Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
01.2007 - 09.2009
- Successfully rolled out APO Demand Planning solution to multiple stakeholders in Zone Americas like Caribbean, Nestle USA, Nestle Nutrition USA and Garoto Brazil.
Supply Chain Management Consultant
AXIA Consulting
Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
10.2003 - 12.2006
- Evaluated existing systems and processes against industry best practices to enhance efficiency.
- Collaborated with clients to develop action plans to address specific challenges and objectives.
- Provided advice on operational processes, business development initiatives, organizational changes and other areas of improvement.
- Implemented Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes and technology to streamline operations in multiple Brazilian companies.
- Developing and implementing supply chain training programs
Business Analyst
Deloitte Consulting
Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
01.2002 - 09.2003
- Created detailed process flows and user stories to document system requirements and design solutions.
- Conducted interviews with subject matter experts to gather information on existing systems and procedures.
- Analyzed existing systems and processes to identify areas of improvement.
- Monitored project timelines and budgets by tracking milestones, deliverables, tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Engineering Production
Universidade De Sao Paulo (USP)
Sao Carlos, Brazil12-2002
Skills
- Portfolio Management & Prioritization
- Project management
- Analytical Skills
- Collaboration & adaptability
- Accountability
- Ethical Conduct
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Strategic Innovation - Copenhagen school - 2023
- Project Management Professional (PMO) - 2016
- Nestle Leadership Program - London Business School - 2013
Timeline
HR Project Management
Nestle USA
01.2024 - Current
HR Portfolio Manager
Nestle
10.2018 - 12.2023
RBS HR NA Portfolio Manager & Integration Lead
Nestle USA
03.2016 - 09.2018
Demand & Supply Planning IT Lead
Nestle USA
10.2009 - 02.2016
Senior Business Analyst
Nestle Brazil
01.2007 - 09.2009
Supply Chain Management Consultant
AXIA Consulting
10.2003 - 12.2006
Business Analyst
Deloitte Consulting
01.2002 - 09.2003
Bachelor of Engineering - Engineering Production
Universidade De Sao Paulo (USP)
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