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Download PDF version | MS Word Version PROFILE 17 years of business experience serving both as an employee and consultant. Nine years in SD and GTS. Roles include functional consultant, senior IT analyst, project manager and senior consultant. SAP experience includes configuration, RFC/ALE connections, third-party interfacing, and communications via print, email and EDI. Three years as Export Compliance Officer for Fortune 100 company, including encryption licensing and corporate development and training.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS Successful implementation of six full GTS projects and two upgrades, including compliance, customs and preference processing functions Participation in two full upgrade cycles of SAP ERP from 3.1 to 4.6 and 4.7 versions Significant training in business process Improvement, including Deming, 5S, lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and Introductory Six Sigma with additional training in problem resolution Broad understanding of domestic and international transportation for rail, truck, ocean Experience with all types of cargo and packaging and associated document sets Solid understanding of legal regulations for export control and hazmat — thorough understanding of regulatory processes by various government agencies SD and GTS expert with good understanding of tables, structures, conditional logic, ABAP and BASIS methods — good ability to communicate well between SD and GTS groups Consistently earn high ratings in my company for Net Promoter scores KEY PROJECTS For Client: International Communications Corporation (New Jersey) Phase I implementation of SAP GTS - ATLAS for German exports
Highlights: Advised project manager from start-up to go-live on: o Applications for securing test permits from German Customs o Seeburger system hardware and software setup o Applications for X400 mailbox with German Telekom Performed system configuration settings and unit testing Coordinated work with other consultants on project Assisted with development of integration testing plans For Client: Multinational Corporation (Atlanta, GA) Implement GTS for ATLAS (German export regulations) by July 1st deadline
Highlights: Configured ATLAS legal regulation, communication settings, message types and incompletion rules Writing functional spec docs for development Coordination of the Seeburger integration Testing with German Customs Knowledge Transfer of configuration settings Creation of illustrated User Guides For Client: Multinational Corporation Upgrade from SAP GTS 7.0 to SAP GTS 7.2
Highlights: Coordinated project plan with Basis to ensure correct sequence of updates and configuration settings Coordinated unit testing and developed integration test scripts Conducted "Delta Review" and user training for approximately 40 employees in APAC, EMEA and Americas. Created illustrated user guides for training sessions and to use as post-go-live user manuals For Client: Telecommunications and Satellite Manufacturing (Washington D.C. area) Implement SAP GTS 7.2 for compliance and customs AES processing
Highlights: Designed and configured Customs and compliance functionality, which included: o SPL screening o Embargo screening o Complex export license determination (w/ ENC) o Consolidation of proforma invoices o Customs declaration configuration o Print export documentation from GTS Managed the Training of IT Staff for knowledge transfer Managed user training Managed unit testing; assisted with QA and UAT testing Created all system documentation: BPPÕs, desktop guides, etc. For Client: Food Processing & Packaging Equipment Manufacturer (Oakland, CA) GTS Implementation of AES communication with US Customs
Highlights: Reviewed, corrected, and added new configuration for processing exports Explained system functionality in relation to compliance requirements and provided training documents for users and support staff Collaborated with data translation provider to configure/test EDI transmission solution with GTS For Client: Manufacturer of Handling
Equipment for Microprocessor Industry Upgrade from GTS 2.0 to 7.1 and business process enhancements
Highlights: Self-directed coordination of daily activities for two analysts and one compliance representative to configure and test Managed project milestones and reported progress to clientÕs project leader Coordinated testing efforts with another team (bringing new plant online) to achieve synergies and avoid rework Advised BASIS team on support pack installation Researched SAP notes to coordinate issue resolution with 3rd party Ònetwork farmÓ Created ÔproposalÕ documents for enhancing business processes to match new system functionality not previously available to client Employed negative/positive lists in screening Redesigned license determination to automate Ôre-exportÕ controls and compliance with Japanese and Korean regulations Trained systems support analysts For Client: Specialty Chemicals Company (Princeton, NJ) GTS implementation for Customs Imports and NAFTA processing
Highlights: Worked with GTS team members in four countries Coordinated activities of one other consultant
Created well-defined ÔTo BeÕ process flow models and project ÔblueprintÕ document, including complicated legal regulation handling for FDA clearance process Completed configuration of system for import processing, duty calculation and Customs clearance documents. Loaded HTS codes, customs offices and other master data required for testing Created documentation for knowledge transfer to in-house IT support team. Created Ôself-trainingÕ presentations to enable users to understand menus and basic system functions Presentations saved time by preparing users for testing activities without spending consultantsÕ time in classroom For Client: Power Distribution Company (Chicago, IL) Implement SAP GTS 7.2 for Compliance and NAFTA processing
Highlights: Advised implementation team on system operation and how to set up system for company-specific legal compliance requirements Managed project plan execution and advised project leader Developed project blueprint and configuration specs Led multi-role team in developing testing strategies Created Òknowledge transferÓ documents and desk guides for user training Assisted with training demonstrations for associates in Europe and Asia For Client: High-Tech Telecommunications Company (McAllen, TX) Implement GTS 2.0 for compliance management - support for GTS system
Highlights: Senior IT Analyst from July 2004 to June 2007 Determined and assigned export classification, including GTS, Maquila and FTZ software Managed Trade Compliance department systems, including GTS, Maquila and FTZ software Functional support of SAP SD and GTS modules, including integration of 3rd party software Project and enhancement work, including creation of blueprints and specs, configuration and testing Onsite support of facilities in US and Mexico Distance support for London, Czech Republic and Singapore Led successful project to co-design Maquila software with third-party provider; implemented on time and under budget. Completed training for ÔcertificationÕ as a U.S. Export Officer (expertise with EAR and ITAR regulations) Led implementation project from February 2004 to July 2004 Managed all aspects of GTS implementation project, including: o Developed and managed project plan and gateway milestones o Coordinated BASIS, ABAP, network and trade compliance resources during all phases of project using the ASAP method
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