Elin Forest Lim
Melbourne,Australia
Summary
Enthusiastic project professional with a strong background in IT consulting and finance. Demonstrates expertise in managing project timelines, ensuring timely delivery, and cultivating effective stakeholder relationships. Recognized for delivering customer-focused outcomes and improving operational efficiency through proactive process enhancements.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Administrator - Water Pipelines
Downer
01.2022 - Current
- Provide business support in a fast-paced infrastructure environment, managing competing priorities and ensuring timely delivery of project requirements.
- Demonstrate a proactive and self-directed approach, applying sound judgement to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Communicate confidently with stakeholders at all levels, producing clear, accurate, and high-quality documentation.
- Deliver customer-focused support with a professional, discreet, and courteous approach, building strong and effective working relationships.
- Utilise technology and systems effectively, quickly adapting to new platforms and improving processes to enhance efficiency.
Business Project Manager/ Project Coordinator
Opex Business Brokers
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Supported senior project managers in delivering projects and ensuring key deadlines and milestones were met.
- Prepared, maintained, and updated project documentation, including schedules, reports, and tracking tools.
- Assisted with project scheduling, issue tracking, and resource coordination to support delivery outcomes.
- Liaised with stakeholders to define requirements and ensure successful project execution.
- Tracked, scheduled, and managed project activities using Endeavour project management software.
- Provided administrative support to the project team to ensure efficient day-to-day operations.
Project Lead/ Administrator
Rudie's Deerfield
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Contributed to project planning and scheduling, including initiatives to improve SEO performance.
- Managed inventory control and stock movement using SAP systems.
- Analysed data and prepared forecasts and reports for suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Assisted with processing and managing purchase orders and system receipts.
- Maintained and updated CMS-based websites to support business operations.
- Conducted market research and presented findings to stakeholders to support decision-making.
Senior Procurement Officer and Project Lead
Teamworx Australia
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Developed and administered contract management plans, including negotiating changes, variations, and supplier performance outcomes.
- Negotiated with suppliers and vendors to secure commercially advantageous terms.
- Assisted in developing procurement policies, standards, and process improvements.
- Managed cost-efficient manufacturing processes and ensured timely delivery of products to 3PL warehouses.
- Analysed productivity data and reported insights to senior management to support decision-making.
- Managed supplier relationships and handled inquiries to ensure effective communication and service delivery.
Office Manager
Opex Consulting
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Managed office resources to support changing financial and personnel requirements.
- Analysed and redesigned organisational processes and workflows to improve efficiency.
- Implemented new procedures and systems to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Developed and maintained office policies and procedures.
- Oversee and support general administrative tasks.
Regional IT Project Manager
World Kitchen LCC
01.1998 - 01.2010
- Led and managed a team of 8+ IT specialists, including developers and consultants, across regional operations.
- Monitored project budgets and supported timely and cost-effective delivery.
- Implemented and maintained SAP system security for new affiliates, supporting over 150 regional users.
- Defined and documented project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Developed and delivered progress reports, proposals, and requirements documentation.
- Supported project scheduling, issue tracking, and resource management to ensure successful project execution.
Education
Advanced Diploma -
Business Administration
Advanced Diploma -
Program Management
Diploma -
Computer Science
Diploma -
Business Administration
Skills
- ERP Systems
- SAP
- JDE
- Oracle
- SAGE
- Project Coordination
- Administration
- Stakeholder Management
- Communication
- Project Scheduling
- Resource Planning
- Document Control
- Reporting
- Data Analysis
- Procurement
- Contract Management
- Process Improvement
- Workflow Optimisation
References
Available upon request
Recent Career History
- Downer, Project Administrator - Water Pipelines, 01/01/22, present
- Opex Business Brokers, Business Project Manager/ Project Coordinator, 01/01/20, 12/31/22
- Rudie's Deerfield, Project Lead/ Administrator, 01/01/17, 12/31/20
- Teamworx Australia, Senior Procurement Officer and Project Lead, 01/01/15, 12/31/17
- Opex Consulting, Office Manager, 01/01/11, 12/31/15
- World Kitchen LCC, Regional IT Project Manager, 01/01/98, 12/31/10
Qualifications And Training
- Advanced Diploma in Business Administration
- Advanced Diploma in Program Management
- Diploma in Computer Science
- Diploma in Business Administration
- Project Management Professional Certified (PMP)
- ScrumMaster (CSM) Certified
Timeline
Project Administrator - Water Pipelines
Downer
01.2022 - Current
Business Project Manager/ Project Coordinator
Opex Business Brokers
01.2020 - 01.2022
Project Lead/ Administrator
Rudie's Deerfield
01.2017 - 01.2020
Senior Procurement Officer and Project Lead
Teamworx Australia
01.2015 - 01.2017
Office Manager
Opex Consulting
01.2011 - 01.2015
Regional IT Project Manager
World Kitchen LCC
01.1998 - 01.2010
Advanced Diploma -
Business Administration
Advanced Diploma -
Program Management
Diploma -
Computer Science
Diploma -
Business Administration