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Alessandra Cardani

Alessandra Cardani

Milano

Summary

Proven Network Project Manager with a track record of leading transformative IT initiatives at Kering, including a major SDWAN overhaul. Expert in project scheduling and fostering team collaboration, I've streamlined operations and enhanced cross-functional communication, ensuring agile project completion. ITIL and Prince2 certified, my approach combines meticulous attention to detail with a focus on achieving strategic objectives.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Network Project Manager

Kering
01.2023 - Current
  • Lead key transformation initiative within EMEA region (SDWAN Transformation, Tech Refresh), managing a team of 3 and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders
  • Drove process improvements by identifying inefficiencies within existing project management workflows
  • Championed the adoption of agile methodologies within the team structure, fostering rapid adaptation and continuous improvement throughout the course of project's lifespan.
  • Conducted regular progress reviews, adjusting timelines as necessary to ensure on-time project completion and mitigating potential risk through regular assessment.
  • Enhanced communication between cross-functional teams, leading to a more streamlined project completion process.

Retail IT Network Specialist

Kering
01.2020 - 01.2023
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful network activation to grant deployment of optimized retail infrastructure.
  • Streamlined new network activation processes, leading to fast and excellent delivery.
  • Created dashboard and KPI monitoring tool to ensure awareness within organization of the health of Network infrastructure and BAU workload

Infrastructure Consultant

Accenture
12.2018 - 01.2020
  • Streamlined IT operations through automation and integration of various processes.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements for new system implementations, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
  • Evaluated emerging technologies for potential incorporation into existing systems, enhancing capabilities as needed.

Infrastructure Analyst

Accenture
01.2016 - 11.2018
  • Developed documentation for system configurations, procedures, and best practices
  • Assisted in the evaluation and selection of new technologies to meet evolving business requirements.
  • Deploy and maintain IT transformation initiatives business case to grant efficient monitoring of project costs and savings

Education

Master of Science - Mathematical Engineering

Politecnico Di Milano
Milano
12.2015

Skills

  • Project Scheduling
  • ITIL Knowledge & Prince2 Certified
  • Requirements Analysis
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Change Management
  • Active Listening
  • Self Motivation

Languages

Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)

Certification

  • Certified Prince2 Foundation - 2022
  • Certified ITIL v3 Foundation - 2018
  • Certified CCNA Wireless - 2016
  • Certified CCNA Routing and Switching - 2016

Timeline

Network Project Manager

Kering
01.2023 - Current

Retail IT Network Specialist

Kering
01.2020 - 01.2023

Infrastructure Consultant

Accenture
12.2018 - 01.2020

Infrastructure Analyst

Accenture
01.2016 - 11.2018
  • Certified Prince2 Foundation - 2022
  • Certified ITIL v3 Foundation - 2018
  • Certified CCNA Wireless - 2016
  • Certified CCNA Routing and Switching - 2016

Master of Science - Mathematical Engineering

Politecnico Di Milano
Alessandra Cardani