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CHARIS IVONNE SANCHEZ

Milan

Summary

Results-driven Senior Consultant and Project Manager with over 8 years of international experience in the Energy & Utilities sector, specializing in Operational Technology (OT), Automated Distribution Management Systems (ADMS), digital transformation, and strategic consulting. Proven expertise in leading large-scale infrastructure projects, IT/OT integration, and power grid modernization. Strong ability to drive business performance, lead cross-functional teams, and optimize operational efficiency. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Italian with a deep understanding of European energy markets.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Senior Consultant (BIP)

Unareti
06.2018 - Current

Acted as a consultant for Unareti (Milan and Brescia DSO) on two high-impact initiatives within the utilities and infrastructure domain, contributing to strategic network expansion and technological transformation:


  • Network Acquisition: Played a key role in Unareti’s acquisition of Enel Distribuzione Milano and Val Trompia Network, Italy’s largest network acquisition. This expansion increased the number of PODs from 1,158,807 to nearly 2 million (+795,638) and added 17,300 km of network. Supported the integration and optimization of the newly acquired systems, ensuring a seamless transition aligned with Unareti’s operational framework
  • ADMS Project: Led the transition from traditional SCADA systems to an Automated Distribution Management System (ADMS) for Unareti, modernizing network operations, outage management, and grid monitoring. Managed system integration and migration, ensuring the successful deployment of ADMS, which was completed in March 2024.


Additional contributions:

Advised on IT/OT strategy and business model optimization to align Unareti’s digital transformation initiatives with grid modernization goals.


  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance data migration, system architecture, and interoperability standards

SAP Consultant

TECHEDGE
01.2016 - 06.2018
  • Led SAP SRM unification across ENEL and ENDESA in Italy, Spain, and Latin America, ensuring effective system integration and process alignment
  • Managed project development, blueprint construction, and post-Go Live support to enhance operational performance
  • Designed and implemented IT solutions supporting procurement, supply chain, and operational planning processes

Supply Chain Planner

RHIAG – I.A.P. ITALIA S.p.A.
03.2015 - 01.2016

Head of Treasury Department

CERAMICA SAN LORENZO INDUSTRIAL DE COLOMBIA
02.2011 - 02.2013

Education

Master of Science - Management Engineering

Politecnico di Milano
10.2015

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering

Universidad del Norte
09.2010

Skills

  • OT/ADMS
  • SCADA Systems
  • OMS
  • DERMS
  • IOT Integration
  • Grid Modernization
  • Operational Technology (OT) Transformation
  • IT/OT Integration
  • Grid flexibility
  • Digital Grid Optimization
  • Risk Management
  • Business Case Development
  • Roadmap Planning
  • Change Management

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Beginner (A1)

Certifications Training

  • Scrum Master Certified
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) (In progress)

Timeline

Lead Senior Consultant (BIP)

Unareti
06.2018 - Current

SAP Consultant

TECHEDGE
01.2016 - 06.2018

Supply Chain Planner

RHIAG – I.A.P. ITALIA S.p.A.
03.2015 - 01.2016

Head of Treasury Department

CERAMICA SAN LORENZO INDUSTRIAL DE COLOMBIA
02.2011 - 02.2013

Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering

Universidad del Norte

Master of Science - Management Engineering

Politecnico di Milano
CHARIS IVONNE SANCHEZ