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Ted Willson

Montgomery,IL

Summary

Results-driven information technology professional with more than 20 years of experience committed to delivering on-time, on-budget, and high quality end-to-end business process solutions.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Implementation Project Manager

FedEx Office
12.2022 - 11.2023

Executed on-time, on-budget implementation of complex construction projects at FedEx locations nationwide.

  • Led cross-functional teams to successfully complete projects
  • Monitored and tracked project progress to support timely completion
  • Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems
  • Communicated project updates to stakeholders at all levels
  • Generated reports to demonstrate progress and performance

Field Technology Specialist

FedEx Office
04.2015 - 12.2022

Maintained and managed technical systems in a regional district of up to 20 locations spanning Illinois and Iowa.

  • Oversaw logistics and implementation of program and system deployments
  • Evaluated technical problems and managed solutions
  • Delivered technical training to location team members.

Store Manager

FedEx Office
02.2011 - 03.2015

Directed store operations to ensure production of high quality products and delivery of excellent customer service.

  • Consistently met or exceeded quarterly sales targets
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback
  • Ensured effective inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures

Manager

Borders
01.2005 - 01.2011

Managed efficient and effective store operations through appropriate scheduling, inventory management, and team mentorship.

  • Monitored and communicated progress towards sales and customer service goals
  • Maintained excellent customer service in the self-serve, retail and shipping areas of business
  • Addressed shipping problems by collaborating with logistics coordinators to identify solutions

Customer Service Representative

Wolfram Research
01.2003 - 01.2005

Coordinated customer accounts for Wolfram Research software products, books and manuals.

  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes
  • Provided excellent customer care by responding to requests, assisting with product selection and handling ordering functions
  • Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints

Education

History / Philosophy -

University of Illinois @ Urbana-Champaign

Skills

  • Change Management
  • Issue Resolution
  • Business Processes
  • Project Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Quality Assurance
  • Time Management

Accomplishments

  • Field Technology Specialist of the Quarter (Q1 2018, Q4 2019)
  • FTS Advanced Mentorship Program Participant (2020)

Timeline

Implementation Project Manager

FedEx Office
12.2022 - 11.2023

Field Technology Specialist

FedEx Office
04.2015 - 12.2022

Store Manager

FedEx Office
02.2011 - 03.2015

Manager

Borders
01.2005 - 01.2011

Customer Service Representative

Wolfram Research
01.2003 - 01.2005

History / Philosophy -

University of Illinois @ Urbana-Champaign
Ted Willson