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Anitha D

@anithad

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Experienced project management professional with a focus on IT operations.

Netherlands

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, where I can leverage my extensive project management experience to drive impactful results.

With over 15 years of experience in IT project management and coordination, I have honed my skills in driving project execution and enhancing stakeholder satisfaction. My journey has taken me through various roles, including Project Management Operations Lead at Cognizant Technology Solutions and PMO Lead at Accenture Services. I am a certified PMP, CIPP/E, and CSM, which underscores my commitment to maintaining high standards in project delivery and compliance.

Throughout my career, I have successfully led cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless communication and alignment on project goals. My expertise in risk management and process improvement has enabled me to advocate for continuous enhancements, resulting in high-quality deliverables that meet organizational standards. I take pride in my ability to manage complex projects, facilitate stakeholder engagement, and implement best practices that drive operational efficiency.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Project Management Operations Lead

Cognizant Technology Solutions

Jun 2016 - Apr 2022 (5 years 10 months)

Led cross-functional coordination across global teams, ensuring seamless project delivery. Acted as the primary stakeholder liaison, facilitating transparent communication and alignment on goals. Advocated for continuous improvement and ensured high-quality project deliverables met organizational standards.

Project Coordination Risk Management Quality Assurance Continuous Improvement

PMO Lead

Accenture Services Pvt Ltd

Aug 2010 - Jul 2016 (5 years 11 months)

Coordinated multiple sales and delivery projects, maintaining strict adherence to timelines and budgets. Enhanced project quality standards through meticulous audit preparation and compliance support, while facilitating cross-departmental coordination to meet stakeholder expectations.

Project Coordination Stakeholder Engagement Compliance KPI Tracking Cross Functional Collaboration

Project Coordinator

Cognizant Technology Solutions

Dec 2008 - Jun 2010 (1 year 6 months)

Provided end-to-end project coordination support for ERP and IT-related initiatives. Collaborated with sales teams and technical departments to deliver seamless project outcomes, managing schedules and documentation to support execution.

Project Coordination ERP Implementation Documentation Management

Process Design Lead

Standard Chartered Bank

Jan 2008 - Nov 2008 (10 months)

Supported Delivery Managers by assisting cross-functional teams in integrating new process designs for ERP implementations. Developed comprehensive documentation and training materials, while contributing to governance frameworks to strengthen compliance standards.

Process Design Documentation Training Development Compliance ERP Implementation Cross Functional Collaboration

Systems Admin / Database Administrator

Cognizant Technology Solutions

Sep 2005 - Dec 2007 (2 years 3 months)

Supported PeopleSoft ERP installations and upgrades, managing terabyte databases and leading DB2 migrations. Conducted DBA activities including performance tuning and incident resolutions in critical production environments.

Database Administration Peoplesoft Performance Tuning Change Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Auxilium College for Women

Bachelor of Computer Application, Computer Application

2002 - 2005

Completed a Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) program, focusing on computer science fundamentals, programming languages, and application development. Developed skills in software engineering and project management, preparing for a career in IT.