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Sam Bright

Lafayette,IN

Summary

Hardworking and motivated professional with several years of experience and record of success in industry. Solid history balancing team performance, customer service targets and business objectives. Dedicated to working closely with employees to maximize productivity and optimize procedures. Decisive leader with good planning and organizational skills. Forward-thinking Manager with comprehensive experience implementing new processes and managing and planning innovations. Bringing outstanding problem-solving and abilities paired with in-depth knowledge of policies and procedures. Polished in evaluating employee performance and overseeing key projects.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager Program Management

Caterpillar Inc
Lafayette, IN
11.2008 - Current
  • Managed LPSD PMO for the past 15+ year.
  • Implemented project structural changes to streamline processes to support customer requirements.
  • Participated as member of Core Components Strategy Team.
  • Led effort to migrate from Primavera tool to MS Project Online tool.
  • Participated as member of Project Management Governance team for Caterpillar.
  • Managed team of Project Coordinators located in 6 locations.
  • Manage team's own budget/division.
  • Implemented various reporting options to provide timely project data for the customer.
  • Participated in division strategy session with other leaders.
  • Mentored, trained and coached multiple customer teams on PM essentials and tools used by PMO.
  • Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
  • Conducted quality, timely performance feedback and performance appraisals.
  • Maintained adequate staffing to meet objectives within budget.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.

Advanced Project Planner / Systems Engineer

General Motors
Marion, IN
10.1988 - 10.2008
  • Supported legacy data systems.
  • Developed first PM activities for fabricating plant.
  • Led team of 15+ system engineers.
  • Supervised 3 shifts of Operations team.
  • Developed Business Plan at fabricating plant.
  • Supported Industrial Engineering team by providing time studies.
  • Maintained AutCAD plant layout.
  • Managed all project plans for Engineering and Maintenance teams.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Marion College
05-1986

Skills

  • Workforce Management
  • Performance Management
  • Financial Management
  • Staff Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork
  • Team Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Business Planning
  • Staff Management

Affiliations

  • High School officiating
  • Youth League coaching

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Six Sigma Green Belt

Timeline

Manager Program Management

Caterpillar Inc
11.2008 - Current

Advanced Project Planner / Systems Engineer

General Motors
10.1988 - 10.2008

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Marion College

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