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Seasoned technology and business-project lead
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
Ursula McGloughlin is a seasoned technology and business-project lead with extensive experience in people, process, and technology delivery. With a strong background in programme management, project management, and business analysis, Ursula has successfully led various projects across multiple industries, including finance, retail, and logistics.
Her expertise spans programme management, project management, business analysis, change management, and technology delivery. Ursula has a proven track record of delivering complex projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
With a strong focus on stakeholder engagement, Ursula has worked closely with senior executives, business unit heads, and team members to ensure that project objectives are aligned with business goals and strategies.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Programme Manager
RCL Foods/Vector Logistics
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Leading the carve-out project for RCL Foods' logistics department, managing the extraction of systems, technology vendors, and legal contracts to ensure a seamless transition.
Change Lead
ABSA
Sep 2020 - Oct 2023 (3 years 1 month)
Oversaw all change projects within the Finance business, focusing on SAP FICO implementation and stakeholder engagement.
Project Manager
Alshaya
May 2022 - Jun 2023 (1 year 1 month)
Managed a big data solution project, overseeing the collection of data across various business units and addressing security, infrastructure, and governance challenges.
Programme Manager
Edcon
Sep 2019 - Mar 2020 (6 months)
Led the sale and handover of business functions, managing legal contracts and staff transitions during a business rescue project.
Business Programme Manager
Woolworths (Pty) Ltd.
Jun 2018 - Jul 2019 (1 year 1 month)
Delivered the Oracle Retail Brand Compliance system, aligning legacy systems and developing strategies for sustainable packaging.
Change Manager
Massmart Distributors
Jul 2017 - May 2018 (10 months)
Managed change analysis and implementation for SAP systems, focusing on data governance and compliance standards.
Senior Change Analyst
Shoprite Checkers (Pty) Ltd
Nov 2014 - Apr 2016 (1 year 5 months)
Led the implementation of SAP, focusing on organizational redesign and stakeholder analysis for a large-scale project.
Change Manager
Provincial Department of the Western Cape
Jan 2013 - Feb 2014 (1 year 1 month)
Managed the start-up of the Project Management Office, implementing auditing protocols and processes.
Project Manager
Old Mutual Insurance Company
Oct 2010 - Oct 2011 (1 year)
Led the project for a biometric signature pad, managing organizational redesign and process library creation.
Programme Manager
Standard Bank
Oct 2003 - Nov 2006 (3 years 1 month)
Managed multiple e-commerce projects, including the launch of Africa's first internet bank and various online banking solutions.
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