juliet Cheptumo
@julietcheptumo1
I am an experienced operations and project leader enabling executive teams and operational excellence.
What I'm looking for
I am a versatile, impact-driven operations and project management professional with 7+ years of experience supporting executives and directing multi-departmental functions across multicultural, high-growth environments. I specialize in translating strategic priorities into executable plans and measurable outcomes.
I have led cross-functional teams and implemented performance measurement frameworks and workflow automations that improved project reporting accuracy and accelerated decision-making by 25%. I have driven cost-control and compliance initiatives, overseen supply chain and procurement, and administered tools like Procore, Smartsheet, and Unanet to standardize processes and reduce repetitive tasks.
I was awarded Top Employee of the Year 2022 and contributed to the company Business Continuity Plan and PM Guide; I seek opportunities to embed operational excellence, continuous improvement, and technology-led efficiency in collaborative, growth-focused organizations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Operations Manager
Planate Management Group
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Provided direct executive support to the Chief of Staff and directed operations, project controls, and supply chain, improving project reporting accuracy and accelerating decision-making by 25%. Spearheaded cost-control and compliance workflows and implemented workflow automations using Procore, Unanet, and Smartsheet to optimize international operations.
Project Management and Controls Officer
Planate Management Group
Apr 2023 - Oct 2023 (6 months)
Oversaw a portfolio of high-priority projects, developing KPI dashboards and earned value reports to monitor project health and enable data-driven adjustments. Coordinated cross-cultural teams and managed contracts and compliance documentation to ensure timely delivery across geographies.
Project Management Specialist
Planate Management Group
Dec 2021 - Apr 2023 (1 year 4 months)
Led development of project governance and policies, improving oversight, audit readiness, and project visibility through Procore administration and critical path analysis. Delivered executive-level updates and supported business continuity and recovery planning.
Proposal Lead Coordinator
Planate Management Group
Jan 2021 - Dec 2021 (11 months)
Directed the full proposal lifecycle, ensuring 100% compliance with client requirements and supporting submissions valued in the multi-million-dollar range. Centralized proposal knowledge in SharePoint and led red team reviews to reduce turnaround time and improve submission quality.
Assistant Project Manager
Chemco
Jan 2020 - Dec 2020 (11 months)
Supported project planning, scheduling, and budget tracking while managing documentation and vendor coordination to keep workstreams on schedule and within scope. Maintained project tools (SharePoint, MS Project, Procore) to ensure data accuracy and workflow consistency.
Business Manager
Infinity Entertainment
Jan 2015 - Dec 2016 (1 year 11 months)
Oversaw daily operations including finance, HR, and vendor relations, implemented workflows and a resource library that reduced executive preparation time by 30% and improved profitability. Managed budgets, staff training, and regulatory compliance to support business stability and growth.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Nairobi
Bachelor in Project Planning and Management, Project Planning and Management
2017 - 2019
Completed a Bachelor in Project Planning and Management at the University of Nairobi from January 2017 to December 2019.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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