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Samantha Hunt

Samantha Hunt

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Accomplished Senior Program and Project Manager with 15+ years experience successfully leading high-stakes IT projects for major brands. My expertise spans the entire project lifecycle, including scoping, planning, resource allocation, risk management and expertise orchestrating complex digital projects. Staying up-to-date with the latest digital trends and technologies is my priority, enabling me to incorporate industry standards and drive innovation. I am known for forging enduring genuine stakeholder relationships, eliciting business requirements and transforming teams to deliver outcomes. I have a detail-oriented and methodical attitude towards a project to ensure on time delivery. I am passionate to drive business growth and exceed client expectations.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Project Manager

Endeavour Group
07.2024 - Current
  • Currently working within the One Endeavour Program, responsible for the technical separation of Store Applications for Dan Murphy, BWS and ALH Hotels from Woolworths to Endeavour Group's technical environment. My role is Senior Project Manager for the Point of Sale and Loyalty Management Systems stream within the program of work.
  • Leading a team of functional and Business analysts, architects, engineers and vendors, I am responsible for the seamless transition of the above services, estimated to transition in 2027.
  • The role requires strong vendor management skills within a high profile and information sensitive environment.
  • Strong planning and scheduling skills required for a highly complex technical transition.

Senior Project Manager

Sussan Group
06.2020 - 12.2023
  • Company Overview: (Sussan, Sportsgirl, Suzanne Grae)
  • Managed the upgrade from Magento2.4.4, ensuring seamless transition to improved security and performance enhancements.
  • Led the implementation of Click & Collect and Digital Gift Card improving customer experience and boosting online sales.
  • Implemented continuous improvement activities, optimising processes, and enhancing system performance.
  • Demonstrated expertise in vendor management, effectively coordinating and collaborating with offshore development teams.
  • Utilised Agile methodologies and demonstrated proficiency in using Jira for project management and task tracking.
  • Built strong stakeholder relationships, collaborating closely with internal teams, vendors, and external partners.
  • Ensured effective communication and alignment of project objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
  • Demonstrated a strong understanding of digital and e-commerce project management principles, with a focus on Salesforce and Magento platforms.
  • (Sussan, Sportsgirl, Suzanne Grae)

Scrum Master

David Jones
03.2018 - 04.2020
  • Company Overview: David Jones Group
  • Enabled Digital Wallets (Apple, Android and Stocard) for all brands, salesforce data single view of the customer.
  • Lead the end to end delivery of the David Jones Loyalty Program as a Scrum Master with an Agile first approach.
  • Led and managed a team of 12 resources; developers, testers and BAs Improved customer process for the Country road group loyalty program to increase the speed and reliability of data.
  • Effort estimation and story point management.
  • Senior stakeholder management and engagement/ management of external vendors.
  • Transition to BAU Managing the implementation of Salesforce for the Digital Wallet with API.
  • David Jones Group

Project Manager

Toyota Motor Corporation
05.2017 - 03.2018
  • Led the development of the detailed processes for offboarding and asset recovery.
  • Decommissioned all IT assets and associated technology, including a mobility purchase scheme.
  • Adobe Sign implementation to develop simple, intuitive and legally robust process for asset management and mobile retention.
  • Internal stakeholder management.
  • Successfully and respectfully off boarded 2,500 employees. Manage the stocktake across 3 sites.
  • Engaged and Manage External Vendors, Senior Management and end users Vendor resourcing and training for 'last day' activities.
  • Managed asset disposal process.
  • Transition to BAU.

Project Manager

Asahi Beverages
08.2015 - 01.2017
  • Company Overview: Enterprise Solutions
  • Managed the commissioning and decommissioning of IT infrastructure across manufacturing sites nationwide.
  • Managed the transformation of warehouses nationwide, provisioning of network connectivity, hardware, RF equipment and RORO docks.
  • Upgraded the existing MS Dynamics CRM 2011 to 2016.
  • Implemented a series of functional Work Packages including Call Planning, Tap Surveys, Sales Data and Prospective Customer.
  • Managed the rollout of new laptops with new SOE.
  • Managed the scheduling and rollout of the training 'Roadshow' to end users across all states on functionality and new hardware.
  • Transformed an under-utilised and out of date system into an integral and essential sales tool for the Asahi Premium Beverages business.
  • Enterprise Solutions

Project Manager and Senior Project Coordinator

Toll Group
06.2014 - 08.2015
  • Project Management and coordinated a team of 100+ people Implement global ERP SaaS SAP solution.
  • Managed the relocation of program team to new office building, including network and technical requirements.
  • Facilitated the re-fit of the ground floor to cater to our growing team and facilitated new security system.
  • Google+ Rollout, training and support to end users.
  • Financial management and reporting.
  • Project governance and reporting.
  • Project scheduling, maintenance and action resolution.
  • Development of PMO documents inc Program Management Plan Facilitation and presentation of training and workshops in Google+.

Project Manager

WorkSafe Victoria / TAC
04.2013 - 06.2014
  • Successfully managed the transition of support of the new SOE to BAU Project coordination, task planning, scheduling and monitoring work efforts, allocation of resources and progress reporting.
  • Liaised with business champions and regional directors to identify business requirements and develop suitable deployment plan across several divisions and sites with minimal disruption to end users.
  • Built and maintained a detailed project schedule, communicating directly with stakeholders, business champions and end users.
  • Developed training plan, coordinated training schedule and provide training to end users.
  • Created and presented Stakeholder communications Risk, issue and dependency management.
  • Managed team of deployment engineers, assigning deployment responsibilities and schedules.
  • Managed application testing activities, SIT, UAT and defect management Oversee the development and handover of service delivery briefs, manuals, FAQs, process and procedures documents.
  • Negotiated the post-project support model and provision of interim support processes.
  • Identified training requirements and facilitate the up-skill of the service delivery teams.
  • Prepared and issued the final handover reports, documentation and data analysis.
  • Awarded special commendation from WorkSafe senior management for Excellence in Project Management.

Senior Project Coordinator

Newcrest Mining
06.2011 - 01.2013
  • Developed and maintained project / resourcing schedules.
  • Financial administration, purchase Order Management and reporting through SAP.
  • Risk, issue & dependency management Financial Management; forecasting, reporting and accruals.
  • Tollgate (stage completion) documentation preparation Management of change initiation and tracking.
  • Documented management within SharePoint and Preparation of weekly/monthly reports.
  • Management and resourcing of independent contractors Coordinating meetings, travel arrangements and expense reports.
  • Maintenance of general managers and project managers calendars.
  • Training and team motivation.
  • Coordinated the relocation of 45 staff members to a new building-manage the schedule and budget.
  • Sourced and managed removalists, source, order and delivery of office furniture Disposal of redundant furniture and hardware.
  • Organised telephone lines and equipment at new location.

Consultant

Nuffield Consultants
01.2007 - 01.2011
  • Program Support - EXXON Mobil Australia-Equipment Strategies.
  • Project Coordinator - Exxon Mobil Australia-Fundamentals of Safety Training and Personal Development Program.
  • Technical Scribe / Technical Assistant -Exxon Mobil Australia-Various projects.
  • Project Administrator - NEXUS Energy-Permits and Contracts.
  • Project Support - Origin Energy-Yolla MLE Project.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Studies

Rose Bruford College
London

Skills

  • IT project transition management
  • Advanced stakeholder engagement
  • Supplier / vendor relationship management
  • Identification & Management of project dependencies
  • E-commerce project management
  • Risk & Issue management & mitigation
  • Magento Platform upgrade & enhancements
  • Financial Budgeting and Reporting
  • Project planning and delivery
  • Team training facilitation
  • Experience in SAP ERP deployment
  • Support and management of program operations
  • Project Coordination and Scheduling
  • Change management experience
  • Client relationship management
  • Agile project management experience
  • Jira project management
  • Experience with Salesforce
  • Magento platform expertise
  • E-wallet integration expertise
  • Click & Collect development & delivery
  • C4C development & Delivery
  • SAP (SaaS) Solutions
  • POS system experience
  • Mobile and Field Deployment
  • Goal-oriented planning
  • Regulatory compliance experience
  • Critical Thinking
  • Microsoft Dynamics experience
  • Budget Management & reporting
  • Customer Loyalty Program development and delivery
  • Collaborative team management
  • Data Acquisition
  • Proficient in task management and prioritization
  • Technical team leadership
  • Effective deadline management
  • Dynamic communication abilities

Certification

  • Fundamentals of Project Management, PMBOK
  • Agile Team Fundamentals, SAP Learning Hub (various)

Timeline

Senior Project Manager

Endeavour Group
07.2024 - Current

Senior Project Manager

Sussan Group
06.2020 - 12.2023

Scrum Master

David Jones
03.2018 - 04.2020

Project Manager

Toyota Motor Corporation
05.2017 - 03.2018

Project Manager

Asahi Beverages
08.2015 - 01.2017

Project Manager and Senior Project Coordinator

Toll Group
06.2014 - 08.2015

Project Manager

WorkSafe Victoria / TAC
04.2013 - 06.2014

Senior Project Coordinator

Newcrest Mining
06.2011 - 01.2013

Consultant

Nuffield Consultants
01.2007 - 01.2011

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Studies

Rose Bruford College

Residency

Permanent Resident of Australia

Personal Information

  • Title: SENIOR DIGITAL & IT PROJECT MANAGER
  • Visa Status: Perm Resident of Australia
  • Work Permit: Perm Resident of Australia

Hobbies and Interests

  • Hiking
  • Reading
  • Travelling

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