Winifred Nadar
Maple Grove,MN
Summary
Led the Software Delivery Excellence organization by driving strategic initiatives focused on transforming ways of working, providing process coaching, optimizing tool adoption, and delivering impactful training programs. Experienced Digital Program and Project Manager with a proven ability to successfully create and drive value for multiple client organizations, spanning across manufacturing, banking, finance, consulting, and retail industries. Managed the Customer Order Experience and Data Science Team within the Retail Digital and Technology portfolio for Multi-Channel Order Sourcing capability. I have managed or led medium to large Agile teams across multiple geographies, such as India, the U.S., the U.K., and Germany. Proved to be a pragmatic and successful transformation/change agent in distributed agile environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Delivery Excellence Lead/Enterprise Agile Coach
Kohler Co.
Kohler, Wisconsin
02.2022 - 11.2025
- Built and implemented a strategy for the Center of Delivery Excellence (CDeX), which comprised four pillars: Ways of Working, Coaching, Tools, and Training. and Training
- Led the creation and rollout of the Product-Platform Operating Model (PPOM), driving cross-functional collaboration, and enhancing team engagement across Product and Platform domains.
- Architected and operationalized an AI strategy embedded across the full software development lifecycle, driving productivity gains through workflow optimization and the strategic use of AI features built into tools.
- Developed and launched a company-wide Digital University strategy tailored to workforce training needs, and strategically aligned with business goals.
Technical Program Manager
Accenture LLP
Bloomington, Minnesota
03.2016 - 02.2022
- Performing the Technical Program Manager role for the Order Experience Product Team within the Digital & Technology portfolio, liaising between the Product Management function, the Engineering function, and the User Experience function.
- Project planning, execution, risk management, financial management, vendor management, demand and supply management, and status reporting.
- Performing the Program and Strategy Manager role for the Pega Process Automation Team, liaising with multiple teams across the enterprise.
- Responsible for managing multi-million dollar supply chain projects to uplift technology and infrastructure platforms.
- Define and align on the Team Way of Working (WoW), Definition of Ready (DoR), Agile metrics, and Epic and User Story workflow for streamlined end-to-end delivery.
- Facilitate ceremonies such as Product Planning using OKRs, Release Planning, Sprint Planning, and Deployment Planning to deliver a Minimum Viable Product (MVP).
- Played the role of Strategy Lead for the Data Analytics and Research Engineering (DARE) Team within the Digital & Technology portfolio for the Multi-Channel Order Sourcing capability.
- Defined the Data Analytics enablement and steady-state strategy across multiple product teams within the Multi-Channel Order capability.
- Train and coach the enterprise team in the mobile portfolio on Scrum cadences, engineering practices, and Scrum metrics.
Agile Coach/ Program Manager
Accenture Services Pvt.Ltd
Mumbai, Maharashtra
01.2014 - 03.2016
- Managed application development for 80+ team members across Waterfall, Iterative, and Agile methodologies.
- Enabled multiple projects to transition to Agile through SME support, training, and assessments.
- Successfully implemented Agile Transformation Roadmap and SAFe framework for five projects at a U.S. Pharma client.
- Coached four Scrum teams on Agile practices, metrics, and user story development.
- Guided resolution of impediments for teams and Scrum of Scrums meetings.
- Collaborated with Scrum Masters Community of Practice to exchange best practices.
- Defined and implemented Kanban methodology for an Application Maintenance project.
Scrum Master/Agile Test Manager
Accenture Services Pvt.Ltd
Frankfurt, Germany
10.2013 - 12.2013
- Led two Scrum Teams as Scrum Master, utilizing JIRA for lifecycle management.
- Mentored and coached fellow Scrum Masters to enhance team capabilities.
- Resolved dependencies and program impediments as Integration Lead.
- Defined test strategy, automation, and planning as Agile Test Manager.
Agile SME/Agile Processes and Tools expert
Accenture Services Ltd
Mumbai, India
10.2012 - 09.2013
- Developed guidelines and assets for Agile Coach School, Product Owner School, Starter Kit, Delivery Methodology, and Ecosystem.
- Guided dozen Agile projects in utilizing Jira, RTC tool for Scrum delivery.
- Delivered SME support across various projects focusing on Agile practices and staffing strategies.
Agile Coach/Agile SME
Accenture Services Pvt.Ltd
London, United Kingdom
06.2012 - 09.2012
- Conducted gap analysis and maturity assessment of Scrum teams, delivering actionable roadmaps.
- Implemented recommendations in collaboration with Scrum Masters for 12 Scrum teams.
- Coached over 150 team members across U.K. and India on Agile practices and user story writing.
- Evaluated Agile maturity post-implementation, guiding teams to enhance maturity levels.
Agile Coach/Agile SME/Agile Transformation Lead
Accenture Services Ltd
Mumbai, India
03.2010 - 05.2012
- Demonstrated Agile capabilities and offerings during client visits, addressing RFPs with accurate estimates.
- Conducted project-specific and calendar Agile training sessions for developers, testers, architects, and project managers.
- Defined and established Agile ecosystems across multiple projects to initiate transformation journeys.
- Performed regular maturity assessments, incorporating feedback for continuous improvement.
Application Technical Architect
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
Mumbai, India
11.2008 - 02.2010
- Facilitated implementation of XP practices, including Continuous Integration and Automated Packaging.
- Conducted Architecture, Design, and Code reviews to enhance engineering practices such as Test Driven Development.
- Assisted team in resolving technical impediments and conducting application performance testing.
Agile Transformation Lead/Scrum Master
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
New York, New York
01.2007 - 10.2008
- Steered Agile Transformation, converting four projects from RUP to Agile methodologies.
- Facilitated Scrum ceremonies, enabling teams to overcome impediments effectively.
- Managed maintenance for 10+ Java and J2EE projects while coordinating with clients.
- Acted as onsite point of contact, liaising with offshore support teams to ensure project success.
Project Manager/Senior Developer
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
Mumbai, India
08.2004 - 12.2006
- Executed project planning and prepared statements of work for two projects.
- Provided technical guidance on Java, J2EE, and Websphere to enhance team performance.
- Conducted technical feasibility tests by implementing proof of concepts using Struts 1.1 framework.
Senior Developer
Digital Software Companies
Mumbai, India
05.1998 - 08.2004
- Designed and developed System Assurance process in Java for budgeting module.
- Composed Technical Design based on Functional Design for System Assurance process and Ledgering engine.
- Generated reports and online help documentation for Distribution Module.
- Conducted Purchase Order Processing training for client staff.
- Developed Admin Screen to enhance functionality of Distribution Module.
Education
MBA - Information Management
Prin. L.N. Welingkars Institute of Management
India05-2005
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronic Engineering
A.C. Patil College of Engineering
India05-1998
Skills
Strategic management
Agile methodologies
Transformation and coaching
Program and project management
Software engineering
Certification
SAFe Program Consultant
Accomplishments
Recognized with multiple accolades for spearheading the Agile transformation journey and advancing organizational Agile maturity resulting in expansion of role to streamline Waterfall process
Timeline
Delivery Excellence Lead/Enterprise Agile Coach
Kohler Co.
02.2022 - 11.2025
Technical Program Manager
Accenture LLP
03.2016 - 02.2022
Agile Coach/ Program Manager
Accenture Services Pvt.Ltd
01.2014 - 03.2016
Scrum Master/Agile Test Manager
Accenture Services Pvt.Ltd
10.2013 - 12.2013
Agile SME/Agile Processes and Tools expert
Accenture Services Ltd
10.2012 - 09.2013
Agile Coach/Agile SME
Accenture Services Pvt.Ltd
06.2012 - 09.2012
Agile Coach/Agile SME/Agile Transformation Lead
Accenture Services Ltd
03.2010 - 05.2012
Application Technical Architect
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
11.2008 - 02.2010
Agile Transformation Lead/Scrum Master
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
01.2007 - 10.2008
Project Manager/Senior Developer
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
08.2004 - 12.2006
Senior Developer
Digital Software Companies
05.1998 - 08.2004
MBA - Information Management
Prin. L.N. Welingkars Institute of Management
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronic Engineering
A.C. Patil College of Engineering