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OperationsManager

ERENATA BOUCHER

Operations Manager
Ottawa,ON

Summary

Dynamic and socially intelligent Manager with 15+ years of extensive experience leading business operations, large-scale global projects, and business development initiatives for the largest international Visa Facilitation Services Company. Proven track record in managing sizeable, cross-functional teams in operations, project implementation, and enhancing cutting-edge business solutions for processing of visa and immigration applications to Canada, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, France, Germany, and Spain. I work well within a fast-paced transformative, and deadline-driven environment. Am an expert communicator, negotiator, and mentor; and able to forge solid relationships with stakeholders and build consensus across multiple organizational levels.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Language

Work History

Country Manager

BLS International Services Canada, Inc
Ottawa, Ontario
12.2021 - Current
  • Oversee administrative and operational processes, resource planning, training, development, and growth for nine business units across Canada.
  • Gathered information on competitor activities and market trends to enhance strategic decision-making.
  • Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow revenue by 22% till date.
  • Monitored contracts' performance to detect non-compliance with terms and deficient returns and organize proactive resolutions.
  • Improved customer satisfaction scores by 12% through application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
  • Liaison between regional units and cross-functional departments (including Sr. managers and support staff)to discuss and identify new ways to enhance process efficiency

Business Development/Project Manager, PMO

VFS GCC LLC
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
07.2015 - 01.2020
  • Planned, designed and scheduled phases for multi-million dollar projects covering 167+ countries. Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs.
  • Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems, continually reviewing performance, recommending project adjustments where necessary. and working closely with senior leaders.
  • Designed technical and process upgrade paths, incorporating requested functionality and performance enhancements for the Netherlands Ministry across 16 countries.
  • Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities.
  • Liaised with external customers and internal departments to provide and gather information enabling customer requirements to be met.
  • Researched emerging industry trends, applications and concepts to enhance products and services.

Deputy General Manager Business Development

VF Services (UK) Ltd
London, United Kingdom
08.2014 - 07.2015
  • Monitored contracts' performance to detect non-compliance with terms and deficient returns and organize proactive resolutions.
  • Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
  • Partnered with business teams and IT personnel to align project goals with business strategy and define project milestones.
  • Performed client research and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.


Country Manager

VF Services Kazakhstan LLP
Almaty, Kazakhstan
03.2012 - 08.2014

• Directed day-to-day operations focused on the attainment of key business metrics, continuous improvement initiatives, and a 10-member supervisory team with related direct reports

• Accelerated efficiency of operations for five visa application centers in 2 cities

• Enhanced business profitability by 50% within 1st year of being in the region and developed business continuity

• Spearheaded the physical relocation of 3 Visa Application Centers within strict timelines, including designing floorplan, identifying partners/vendors, and negotiating contracts while maintaining transitional efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Science

Madurai Kamraj University,
India

Business English Communication -

Cambridge University
United Kingdom
05.2001 -

Project Management Professional (PMP), In Progress - undefined

Skills

Process Improvement

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Accomplishments

• Led the planning and deployment of a multi-million dollar global project for the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for the setup of Visa Application Centers across 167+ countries within aggressive timelines, deliverables, and budget.

• Orchestrated end-to-end procurement management with the French Embassy leading to the signing of a 2-year contract for Visa Outsourcing in Kazakhstan.

• Recommended by the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs for designing and implementing a tracking and scheduling solution across 16 countries resulting in a more streamlined quality service process and improved productivity by 62%.

• Piloted the first Mobile Biometric Clinics for UK Border Agency in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.

• Streamlined the financial tracking processes and policies resulting in an increase in business profitability by 50% in Kazakhstan


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Timeline

Country Manager

BLS International Services Canada, Inc
12.2021 - Current

Business Development/Project Manager, PMO

VFS GCC LLC
07.2015 - 01.2020

Deputy General Manager Business Development

VF Services (UK) Ltd
08.2014 - 07.2015

Country Manager

VF Services Kazakhstan LLP
03.2012 - 08.2014

Business English Communication -

Cambridge University
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Social Science

Madurai Kamraj University,

Project Management Professional (PMP), In Progress - undefined

ERENATA BOUCHEROperations Manager