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Maria J. Williams 1060 Pringle Drive Chicago, IL 60605 (312) 391-6146 |
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ANALYST PROGRAMMER • BUSINESS SYSTEMS ANALYST • DEVELOPER PROGRAMMER |
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International experience and exposure to diverse technologies, cultures, and business operations underscores more than 6-years experience in the IT sector. |
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Professional strengths include: |
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TECHNOLOGY SNAPSHOT |
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Microsoft Office Professional • Microsoft FrontPage • HTML • Windows NT/2000/XP/ME • Prolog • Java • ASP.Net • ADO.Net • SQL Server • Novel Netware • Lotus SmartSuite • |
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PROJECT & EMPLOYMENT HIGHLIGHTS |
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· Successfully designed a high-tech barcode system to replace legacy inventory system. |
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· Led the $3 million effort which was eventually used around the globe. |
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· Designed automated software for law enforcement. |
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EMPLOYMENT SUMMARY |
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LAMO RETAILERS, Chicago, IL |
2003–2004 |
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Retail Manager |
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LAMO RETAILERS, Chicago, IL |
2002–2003 |
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Systems Designer & Developer |
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CONA GROUP INC., Chicago, IL |
1999–2001 |
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Manufacturing Systems Developer |
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POLICE DEPARTMENT, Chicago, IL |
1998–1999 |
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Software Engineer |
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INTERNET SERVICER, Chicago, IL |
1998 |
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Internet Service Provider Assistant |
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COMPUTER DEPARTMENT, Chicago, IL |
1997 |
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Webmaster |
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IND GROUP, Chicago, IL |
1996–1997 |
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Systems Programmer |
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EMPLOYMENT HIGHLIGHTS |
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LA MODA ELEGANTE E HIJOS, Apizaco, Mexico |
2003–2004 |
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Retail Manager |
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Transformed a failing sales staff to improved customer service and effective marketing campaigns. |
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Key contributions/accomplishments |
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· Increased store traffic by 25% and sales volume by 15% in first year. |
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· Recruited personable staff to improve service. |
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· Cut inventory levels by 15% by eliminating obsolete stock. |
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LA MODA ELEGANTE E HIJOS, Apizaco, Mexico |
2002–2003 |
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Systems Designer & Developer |
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Led effort to implement cutting edge technology to replace outdated inventory recording.. |
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· Exceeded deadline by two weeks and stayed under budget. | |||||||||||||||||
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WARNACO GROUP INC., New York, USA |
1999–2001 |
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Manufacturing Systems Developer |
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Helped company automate payroll system. Reduced human errors substantially. |
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· Led effort for global use of automation. |
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· Reduced paper-based records |
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· Led initiative to use RF devices to automate inventory processing. |
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· Reduced staffing needs by12%. |
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· Trained 300+ workers in two languages regarding the use of the system. |
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· Co-produced a payroll system that automated payroll for 1500 people |
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· Modified inefficient physical processes for greater productivity. |
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· Became expert at programming management objectives. |
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APIZACO POLICE DEPARTMENT, Apizaco, Mexico |
1998–1999 |
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Software Engineer |
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Designed an application to analyze crime patterns. |
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· Worked closely with police department to test the system. |
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· Mastered software--became department expert. |
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· Beat the deadline for project implementation. |
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CB1 INTERNET CAFÉ, Cambridge, England |
1998 |
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Internet Service Provider Assistant |
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Conducted server stress test using automated procedures. |
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COMPUTER SYSTEMS ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT, Puebla, Mexico |
1997 |
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Webmaster |
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Conceptualized, designed, and maintained the website at a college. |
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CHAMBER OF TEXTILE INDUSTRY OF PUEBLA, Puebla, Mexico |
1996–1997 |
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Systems Programmer |
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Automated HR records. | |||||||||||||||||
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EDUCATION |
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Master of Business Systems Monash University, Australia (2003)
Certificate in Finance Administration University of Las Americas Puebla, Mexico (2002)
Bachelor of Science (Computer Systems Engineering) University of Las Americas Puebla, Mexico (1999) International Exchange Student Cambridge University, England (1998)
Extensive training includes Japanese for Beginners, Mastering Professional Selling Skills, and Customer Service. Attended the ACS National Conference—Australian Computer Society |
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