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Maria Jose Callero

Maria Jose Callero

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Results-oriented Certified Project Manager with over ten years of experience leading complex projects across the pharmaceutical, retail, and technology industries. Proven record of accomplishment of delivering projects on time and within budget, driving operational efficiencies and business growth through strategic leadership and Agile methodologies. Skilled in project management office (PMO) operations, stakeholder management, risk mitigation, and Agile transformations. Adept at building strong cross-functional, cross-cultural relationships to achieve results. I bring energy, enthusiasm, determination, and dedication to every project, ensuring successful outcomes.

Datos destacados

27
27
years of professional experience
2013
2013
Años de estudios superiores
1
1
Certification

Experiencia

Chief of Staff Team

Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd
Mississauga
01.2023 - 11.2024
  • Collaborate closely with the PT Chief of Staff to drive key initiatives for the PT Head, PT Leadership Team, and PT Strategy, ensuring seamless execution and progress across the PT organization
  • Enhanced team efficiency by 25% through strategic project planning and robust risk management
  • Managed a budget of $500,000 for talent development initiatives, ensuring optimal resource allocation and achieving cost savings of 15% through effective budget management and vendor negotiations
  • Support the ORDP (Operational Rotational Development Program) Management team to design and implement talent development strategies for early-career professionals, increasing employee engagement and improving skill acquisition
  • Lead daily stand-ups to drive timely progress, consistently meeting project milestones and accelerating overall project completion
  • Define project tasks and resource requirements, develop full-scale project plans and manage project budget coordinating project staff with best expertise in resource allocation
  • Responsible for the planning, execution, and reporting of priority PTLT projects
  • Drive change management initiatives to adapt to evolving project needs, managing scope changes and minimizing disruptions to project timelines

Sr. Manager Business Administration

Shoppers Drug Mart, Specialty Health Network
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Led project management for two software projects in the Warehouse and Distribution division (SAP Enhancement and SAP Ship ERP), improving operational efficiency and delivering projects on time and budget with a cost saving of 15%
  • Led Expansion Project, including building, office, pharmacy, and warehouse expansions, while adhering to strict project timelines and budget constraints
  • Supported PMO team in defining the scope of work and determining project priorities, improving project efficiency and clear division of responsibilities
  • Developed and optimized schedules and project plans across cross-functional teams, partners, and customers, increasing the delivery of the project on time and budget
  • Communicated progress, issues, and impediments for onboarding projects to stakeholders and the Leadership Team, delivering regular reports and presentations
  • Enhancing transparency and stakeholder satisfaction
  • Applied change management techniques to adapt to project modifications, reducing issue resolution time by 20%
  • Managed the renovation of the Call Center, managing vendor, schedule, and cost control, completing the project 10% ahead of schedule
  • Managed all vendors and maintenance of the building, including negotiations with the property owner, resulting in a 10% cost reduction
  • Provided executive assistance to the VP by coordinating monthly Leadership Team meetings, including preparing the team, agenda, presentations, and external presenters
  • Ensured action items were tracked and executed, driving alignment and accountability across the team
  • Assisted in coordinating and preparing office events and Town halls, ensuring seamless execution and strong engagement across the organization

Project Manager

Omnifission Inc., Filtec - Canada
03.2016 - 01.2021
  • Managed project timelines, resources, and budgets for the fabrication of inspection modules equipment to provide quality control to the Food and Beverages Industries
  • Coordinated with production manager on planning, scheduling and doing a final walkthrough on projects
  • Developed project estimates to customers for their new line of production and turn-key improvement projects
  • Conducted risk assessments on all projects
  • Monitored project progress and addressed any issues that arise
  • Ensured projects are completed on time and within budget
  • Maintained clear and effective communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress, issues, and impediments
  • Increased business with existing customer accounts by negotiating pricing agreements, showcasing strong stakeholder management
  • Utilized Agile frameworks and tools such as Jira and MS Project to ensure successful project execution and team collaboration
  • Reduced labor hours by 25 hours per week, enhancing resource allocation and productivity through effective project planning and process optimization
  • Developed and implemented office procedures guidelines, resulting in a 50% improvement in operational efficiency and streamlined workflow processes
  • Spearheaded the development of a paperless environment by implementing online systems to manage data, process orders, and integrate orders, resulting in a 45% improvement in overall efficiencies

Lease Administrator

Cushman & Wakefield
Toronto
02.2015 - 03.2016

Office Manager

Dr Luis Ezqueda's Dental Office
Toronto
03.2013 - 01.2015

General Manager

CER Ltd.
Toronto
11.2011 - 02.2013

Director of Pension Benefit Accounts (HR)

INAU
Montevideo
11.1997 - 02.2011
  • Descripción general de la empresa: www.inau.gub.uy
  • Www.inau.gub.uy

Formación

Honors Bachelor of Biological Sciences - Genetics

University of Toronto

Honors Bachelor of Science - Genetics

Universidad de la Republica

Enfatiza tus habilidades clave

  • Project Planning & Scheduling
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Budgeting & Cost Control
  • Team Leadership & Motivation
  • Agile Methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
  • Risk & Change Management
  • Scrum Ceremonies Facilitation
  • Resource Allocation & Optimization
  • Proficient MS Office
  • G Suite
  • Jira
  • Trello
  • Smartsheet
  • Monday
  • Microsoft Projects
  • Google Analytics
  • Quality Assurance & Control

Diplomas

  • Project Management Certification - Sheridan College
  • Building Business Acumen
  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt
  • SAFe Agile Framework
  • Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) Certification
  • JHSC Certification

Idiomas

English
Spanish
Portuguese

Cronología

Chief of Staff Team - Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd
01.2023 - 11.2024
Sr. Manager Business Administration - Shoppers Drug Mart, Specialty Health Network
01.2021 - 01.2023
Project Manager - Omnifission Inc., Filtec - Canada
03.2016 - 01.2021
Lease Administrator - Cushman & Wakefield
02.2015 - 03.2016
Office Manager - Dr Luis Ezqueda's Dental Office
03.2013 - 01.2015
General Manager - CER Ltd.
11.2011 - 02.2013
Director of Pension Benefit Accounts (HR) - INAU
11.1997 - 02.2011
Universidad de la Republica - Honors Bachelor of Science, Genetics
University of Toronto - Honors Bachelor of Biological Sciences, Genetics

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