Marcelo V.

Project Manager

Content Professor
4/30/2020 - 8/31/2021

Created comprehensive academic content for undergraduate and postgraduate IT courses, emphasizing COBIT, ITIL, SCRUM, PMBoK, IT and Corporate Governance, Service Management, Quality Management, Continuous Service Improvement, IT Strategic Planning, IT Controls, BABOK, TOGAF, and PRINCE2. This role involved remote work, necessitating strong self-discipline and excellent virtual collaboration skills.

Senior Project Consultant
7/1/2018 - Present

Managed suppliers and external workers in the SAP Trade and Industries sector, providing support for stakeholders across various countries, including Germany, USA, Canada, India, Poland, Austria, France, Bulgaria, and Brazil. Directed budget management and cost review, prepared monthly reports for senior management, and analyzed different working models such as T&M, managed capacity, and managed services. Conducted cost reviews (forecast vs actual) with the controlling department, prepared and reviewed Statements of Work (SOWs), and assisted in the selection and hiring of external workers through strategic and non-strategic SAP suppliers. Negotiated daily rates with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, reviewed and approved timesheets, created new work orders for onboarding new hires, and supported requests for new equipment. Additionally, led the SAP Software Academy in Chengdu, China, focusing on research and development using technologies such as Java, Spring Framework, Vaadin, Karate Framework, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Amazon Web Services, Docker, and Kubernetes.

Project Manager
11/1/2016 - 3/1/2018

Oversaw a new project innovation area, managing a team of systems and business analysts, and maintaining a key relationship with an external software factory for the development of a new real estate management system. Played a pivotal role in analyzing requirements and systems for a new SaaS product in the real estate management sector. Provided status reports to the financial and executive management. Established a project management and software engineering process, incorporating PMBoK and Scrum methodologies. Utilized Microsoft .Net technology, with extensive work in C#, .Net Core, and SQL Server.

Project Manager / Technical Lead
7/1/2015 - 11/1/2016

Managed and technically led multiple projects, providing comprehensive support to clients across diverse business sectors. Leveraged PMBoK and Scrum methodologies alongside CMMi and MPS.Br maturity models. Led a team of over 30 professionals with responsibilities encompassing hiring, coaching, mentoring, and training of system analysts. Ensured quality control through peer and formal review processes and conducted numerous training sessions for both Systems and Business Analysts. Applied UML, Enterprise Architect, Rational Rose, and ERwin for data modeling. Served numerous public sector clients, including SEFAZ, PROCERGS, DETRAN, and CORSAN, as well as private clients such as SEBRAE, FIERGS, and FIESC.

Project Manager
12/1/2014 - 7/1/2015

Managed projects implementing PMBoK and Scrum methodologies, ensuring efficient project execution and team collaboration. Oversaw the allocation and management of professionals to client projects, establishing effective communication and workflow processes. Utilized system analysis techniques and leveraged .Net technologies with C# to develop robust applications. Applied best practices in Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) and Test-Driven Development (TDD) to enhance code quality and reliability. Demonstrated expertise in Oracle and SQL Server databases, contributing to data management and optimization. Successfully worked on projects for clients in sectors such as electric energy, accounting, and asset management, delivering tailored solutions to meet industry-specific needs.

Projects and Programs Manager
3/1/2014 - 12/1/2014

Managed a large-scale project exceeding 40,000 hours for a major financial institution. Oversaw modules including Mobile Banking, Internet Banking for Individuals and Corporates, and BackOffice. Utilized technologies such as iOS, Android, Java, and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) with Red Hat tools. Actively participated in the certification process for HP CMMi level 3. Employed a hybrid project management process integrating practices from PMBoK and Scrum frameworks. Demonstrated expertise in managing complex technical projects and ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.

IT Instructor
8/31/2010 - 2/28/2018

Served as a freelance instructor, conducting 2 to 3 classes per year. Specialized in teaching Project Management with a focus on PMP Certification Preparation. Developed and delivered a custom course on Analysis and Object-Oriented Design using Enterprise Architect. Instructed on Object Orientation employing UML and provided comprehensive lessons on Systems Analysis utilizing UML.

Project Manager / Technical Lead
5/31/2009 - 10/31/2013

Managed and technically led various projects, supporting clients from diverse business sectors. Applied PMBoK and Scrum practices, and utilized CMMi and MPS.Br maturity models, leading a team of over 30 professionals. Responsibilities included hiring, coaching, mentoring, and training the entire team of system analysts, and ensuring quality control through peer review and formal review processes. Delivered comprehensive training programs to Systems and Business Analysts. Utilized UML, Enterprise Architect, Rational Rose, and data modeling with ERwin. Engaged with a variety of public sector clients such as SEFAZ, PROCERGS, DETRAN, CORSAN, as well as non-public sector clients including SEBRAE, FIERGS, and FIESC. Acted as Service Manager for clients in the electric power sector, specifically AES Sul and RGE. Played a pivotal role in MPS.Br certification processes, achieving levels C in Porto Alegre and A in São Paulo. Experienced in consulting and training using IBM's Jazz Platform Suite, and participated in numerous public bidding processes and due diligence activities.

Systems Analyst
3/31/2008 - 5/31/2009

Responsible for Market Risk System Analysis (RES 3490/BACEN), focusing on the analysis and specification within various credit systems, including Back Office, Financing, Collection Management, Internal and External Transfers, Leasing, Loans, and Assets. Played a key role in training Analysts on the use of the Enterprise Architect tool. Technologies leveraged in the projects included Java, Oracle PL/SQL, and PowerBuilder. Gained extensive experience in programming stored procedures for SQL Server, SYBASE, and Oracle databases. Delivered services to clients in the financial sector such as BADESUL, Banco Uruguai, Banco MONEO, and other financial institutions. The process was guided by RUP practices, ensuring a structured and methodical approach to project execution.

Systems Analyst
9/30/2004 - 3/31/2008

Held various key roles such as Technical Leader, Systems Programmer Analyst, and Software Designer, contributing to a series of bank automation projects encompassing functionalities like withdrawal, deposit, checking account management, DOC, TED, and ATM applications. Played a significant role in developing routines and communication layers for banking peripherals, including pinpads, card readers, check readers, and fiscal printers, utilizing technologies such as Java, C#, C++, and Visual Basic. Acquired strong experience in Function Point Analysis (FPA) and Use Case Points (UCP). Notable contribution to the SIAPV banking automation system for Caixa Econômica Federal.

Systems Programmer Analyst (Owner)
12/31/2003 - 8/31/2014

Engineered an ERP system utilizing Microsoft .NET with C# and SQL Server for a prominent food distributor operating in multiple locations including Rio Grande, Pelotas, Bagé, Rio Pardo, and Santa Cruz do Sul. Developed robust backend solutions to manage and streamline operations across various distribution locations, ensuring real-time data processing and effective resource management. Employed advanced SQL Server techniques to handle extensive datasets and optimize query performance. Additionally, focused on creating a scalable and maintainable codebase, enhancing both system stability and functionality.

Systems Programmer Analyst (Owner)
12/31/1993 - 12/31/2003

Developed and maintained commercial systems in CLIPPER and DELPHI, operating through a self-owned enterprise. Provided ERP solutions to diverse clients in the southern region, including Pelotas, Rio Grande, Bagé, Rio Pardo, and Santa Cruz do Sul, utilizing CLIPPER for robust enterprise resource planning. In 1997, spearheaded the development of a specialized system for a major Cable TV company within the Adelphia Group using DELPHI, showcasing the ability to adapt and implement solutions for various industries. Demonstrated technical expertise in system analysis, software development, and client management, ensuring effective and customized IT solutions for a broad customer base.

Executive MBA in Business Management at Fundação Getulio Vargas
2022 - 2023

Specialization in Information Technology Governance at Senac-RS
2011 - 2012

Master's in Computer Science at Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul
2013 - 2016

Bachelor of Business Administration at Methodist IPA University Center
2005 - 2010

Professional Scrum Master™ I (PSM I) at Scrum.org
6/1/2022

Project Management Professional (PMP) at Project Management Institute
12/1/2012