Nortel Netwroks Work Values

Daily Duties at Nortel Netwroks:

Talent Leader (Sr. Manager), Wireless Engineering & Operations, (2001 – 2002) Led relationships within large integrated system installation projects for clients. P&L accountability for $8M budget in 2001 down to $4M in 2002. 125 direct reports in 2001 reduced to 25 in 2002 due to downsizing. Downsized group by 66%; retained peak workload through implementation of new processes and quality control systems. Managed risk assessments, executive relationships, and project status review. Built strategic partnerships with large Civil companies Fluor, Bovis Lend Lease, and Skanska to generate new outsourcing incomes. Collaborated with product development organizations. Evaluated and integrated program priorities and issues to meet objectives and milestones. • Increased bottom line by creating a site engineering service, which grew from $0 to $2.8M. Developed and instituted a real-time engineering system that allowed Nortel to capture information in fast-paced environments. • Reduced training time 70% and increased quality 25% by developing online suite of tools and training processes. Reduced new hire training from 26 weeks to 6 weeks. • Increased quality by 25% and upgraded ISO 9000 system immediately after creating and implementing an ISO online toolbox. Toolbox reflected flow charts, definitions, deliverables, receivables, forms, and contact information, allowing for instant validation of any process in field engineering. • Created a team to build and manage an Oracle database, allowing for remote engineering and non-technical personnel to visit the site and capture data. Reduced cost of site visits and revisits to 5% of the time spent versus 100% before program implementation. Senior Manager, (1998 – 2001) P&L responsibility for $12.8M budget, five direct, 60 indirect reports, and 60 contract reports. Changed processes and workforce to outsource peak services. Provided strategic planning and policy development. Managed multiple geographically diverse teams. Oversaw operations, finance, supply chain, and logistics. Maintained software development, vendor qualifications, contracts, and invoicing. Coordinated employee recruitment, selection, training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. • Increased revenues from $0 to $2.8M by launching wireless engineering field services with a budget of $1.2M. • Improved productivity, efficiency, and performance while reducing engineering overhead 50% and saved 30% by streamlining outsourcing through the development of online suite engineering tools. Implementation Manager, (1996 – 1998), Des Moines, IA & Dallas, TX Focused on meeting schedules and resolving critical and complex technical operational issues. Managed resources to fulfill contracted project plan deliverables. Collaborated with managers, industry peers, and customer representatives concerning projects, operational decisions, technical activities, contractual issues, and performance. Created a mentoring program. • Took Wireless CDMA market launch to 3rd place from 35th place by streamlining project plan, bidding, and construction. Launched CDMA network in Des Moines for Sprint PCS.

What they like about Nortel Netwroks:

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Tags

Program Management, Operational Leader, P&L, Budget , Risk Management, Project Expertise, Team Building, Vendor qualification, Vendor Management, Service Delivery, Innovative Solutions

Skills

Sales Support, Requirements Analysis & Specification

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