Wendi Valerio
Summary
Multifaceted Director of Program Management with 8 years in project, program, and portfolio oversight. Achieved on-time delivery of programs in high-technology environment with schedule, budget and resource constraints. Superb organizational and collaborative skills leading to mutually beneficial relationships with internal partners, customers and major subcontractors.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Program Management
Edwards Lifesciences
02.2019 - Current
- Achieved program goals by efficiently managing resources and overseeing cross-functional teams.
- Streamlined processes for improved team productivity and timely project completion.
- Developed strategic plans to align program objectives with organizational goals.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues and ensure project success.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and skill development.
- Maintained clear communication channels among stakeholders, enhancing collaboration and information sharing.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to develop long-term strategies for sustainable growth in program management efforts.
- Cultivated a high-performance team environment by providing ongoing feedback and recognition, motivating employees to consistently deliver exceptional results within the scope of their responsibilities.
Manager Program Management
Edwards Lifesciences
11.2016 - 02.2019
- Increased team productivity by implementing streamlined processes and effective communication strategies.
- Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for the completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members.
- Conducted quarterly site project planning and strategy sessions to align on site project priorities and Corporate KODs.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
Senior Financial Analyst
Edwards Lifesciences
07.2011 - 11.2016
- Increased financial accuracy by conducting in-depth analyses of financial data and trends.
- Improved budget forecasting through meticulous monitoring of expenses and projected manufacturing builds and efficiencies.
- Streamlined financial reporting processes, resulting in more efficient delivery of critical information to stakeholders.
- Enhanced profitability by identifying opportunities to reduce costs and optimize resource allocation.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements through diligent review of financial documents and reports.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Salt Lake City, UT05.2007
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Phoenix
Salt Lake City, UT05.2002
Skills
- Cross Functional Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Scope Definition
- Project Prioritization
- Resource Management
- Financial Leadership
- Data Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- MS Office Applications
- Effective Negotiations
- Agile Projects
- Change Management
Certification
- PgMP - Program Management Professional, October 2018
- Certified Scrum Master, November 2017
Timeline
Director of Program Management
Edwards Lifesciences
02.2019 - Current
Manager Program Management
Edwards Lifesciences
11.2016 - 02.2019
Senior Financial Analyst
Edwards Lifesciences
07.2011 - 11.2016
MBA - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Phoenix
- PgMP - Program Management Professional, October 2018
- Certified Scrum Master, November 2017
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