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Sara Delaney

Richmond Hill,ON

Summary

Motivational leader and organizational problem-solver with over 18 years experience in Customer Service Operations, Payment Solutions and Change Management with demonstrated history of working in the Financial Service Industry. Focused on promoting change innovation to drive company success while optimizing operational procedures, and maximizing employee engagement and performance results.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager, Operations – North America

Convera Canada ULC
Toronto, ON
03.2022 - Current

Key responsibilities & achievements:

  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.
  • Led implementation of Lean Methodology and Principles to increase process efficiency, team performance and customer service experience
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
  • Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
  • Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
  • Initiated new projects that resulted in increased productivity across all departments.
  • Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects within budget constraints.

Manager of Operations - Canada

Western Union Business Solutions
Toronto, ON
02.2011 - 03.2022
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
  • Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
  • Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
  • Scheduled interviews for potential candidates and conducted reference checks prior to hire.
  • Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
  • Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
  • Leveraged leadership skills to identify deficiencies and opportunities to improve policies, procedures and controls.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

Team Lead, Payments

Custom House ULC
Toronto, ON
07.2005 - 02.2011
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
  • Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
  • Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
  • Enhanced team member performance through use of strategic and tactical approaches, motivational coaching and training.
  • Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.

Education

Business Administration - Human Resources

Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York, ON

Skills

  • Policy Implementation
  • Strategic Planning
  • Performance Management
  • Operational Excellence
  • SWIFT Payments
  • Internal/External Relationship Building
  • People Leadership
  • Managing Controls & Quality Assurance
  • Workforce Management
  • Cross-functional Team Management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Manager, Operations – North America

Convera Canada ULC
03.2022 - Current

Manager of Operations - Canada

Western Union Business Solutions
02.2011 - 03.2022

Team Lead, Payments

Custom House ULC
07.2005 - 02.2011

Business Administration - Human Resources

Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
Sara Delaney