Jason Devenish
Trinidad, Glencoe
Summary
A highly motivated and results-driven Project Manager with over 7 years of experience in managing complex projects with diverse teams. Possessing a PMP certification and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Expertise with a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and with high quality. Possesses excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, which enable me to effectively collaborate with stakeholders and motivate teams to achieve project goals. Reliable Manager demonstrating high level of ownership and initiative. Possessing exceptional work ethic and desire to go above and beyond to exceed company expectations. Offering knack for building productive working relationships. Successful in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments to manage goals and team development. History of thriving in team-oriented environments. Hardworking and motivated [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience and record of success in [Type] industry. Solid history balancing team performance, customer service targets and business objectives. Dedicated to working closely with employees to maximize productivity and optimize procedures. Decisive leader with good planning and organizational skills. Forward-thinking Manager with comprehensive experience implementing new processes and managing and planning innovations. Bringing outstanding problem-solving and abilities paired with in-depth knowledge of policies and procedures. Polished in evaluating employee performance and overseeing key projects.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
CONSTRUCTION SECTOR, Divisional Manager
ANSA MCAL GROUP OF COMPANIES
01.2019 - 01.2022
- The commercial regional leader in finish goods for the construction sector with experience of over 135 years Accomplishments: 97% budget achievement in 2021 with two months of zero revenue (May / June ) due to COVID 19 Pandemic
- 112% Achievement of budget for Projects division in 2022.
Project Manager
Liberty LATAM
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Effectively managed the achievement of divisions overall sales and gross profit targets by month and annually to ensure the company’s sales & revenue objectives
- Develop analytics using power Bi software to assess market trends and target new business opportunities based on historical information
- Built and developed a diverse team consisting of Key Account managers, Project Coordinators and Technical Representatives to service and provide support to the private and public sector for construction projects
- Effectively assign organizational territory to members of sales team using innovative and efficient techniques
- Customize training based on company policy and employee progression plans
- Establish sales forecasting based on past and current trends in the market using market intelligence strategies and longer-term metrics for the internal teams
- Identify and create opportunities to initiate new connections (including partnerships) that will facilitate the achievement of strategic goals
- Manage the full line of the construction sector product range with a focus on Joint Business Plans and customer focused initiatives expand relationships with the company and the construction sector
- Actively participate in all budget related activities, including monitoring pricing, to ensure maintenance of agreed margins and conducting competitive price comparison
Sales and Marketing Executive
Wurth Canada Limited
Toronto
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Leading distributor of assembly and fastening materials for professional use in the auto, cargo, metal and solar fields
- Accomplishments: Territory of the year award 2013 for business development excellence
- 114% Budget attainment for 2013
- Knowledge building and idea sharing with customers, ensuring customers’ needs are being met, uncover customer motivation to buy, explore ways to improve existing service to maximize profits
- Built and maintained business relationships with current and prospective customers
- Developed marketing strategies to maintain sales territories and expand business relationships
- Worked within the department budget to develop cost-effective marketing plans for each product or service
- Tracked all marketing and sales data and creates detailed written reports and verbal presentations to bring to senior executives
- Developed plan to build-up weighted distribution in the region, visit trade weekly, analyze findings, initiate plans/proposals to optimize pricing and improve profitability
- Monitored and analyzing market trends and worked within the department budget to develop cost-effective marketing plans for each product or service
- Worked within the department budget to develop cost-effective marketing plans for each product or service
Marketing Executive
Red Bull Energy Drink, Port of Spain
01.2009 - 01.2012
- The most popular energy drink in the world, it sold 5.2 billion cans in 2012
- The product is marketed through advertising, events, sports team ownerships, celebrity endorsements and music
- Accomplishments: First ever Redbull Flugtag execution within the CARICOM region
- 21% Growth in new business for the North on-premise territory vs 2009
- Establish a 360-degree approach to sales and marketing initiatives for all areas of Red Bull brand presence
- Plan and complete field marketing campaigns after conducting preliminary research
- Develop robust knowledge of all product lines
- Provided in-depth information to interested clients, and acts as a representative for the marketing department in important buyer meetings
- Produce various literature, signage, merchandise, and other materials to be used at field marketing events
- Maintain relationships with third-party vendors and venues
- Negotiate with retailers and other third-party partners on promotional display and merchandise placement
- Promoted business expansion opportunities to retailers and other merchants through successful field marketing programs
- Manage social media activity surrounding field marketing campaigns
- Grew sales territory by 16% in 2 years
CONSTRUCTION SECTOR, Sector Program Manager
ANSA MCAL GROUP OF COMPANIES
- The commercial regional leader in finish goods for the construction sector with experience of over 135 years Accomplishments: Successful Regional Implementation of Salesforce platform to 6 different business units on time and within budget for the Ansa Mcal Construction sector
- Responsible for monitor, controlling and evaluating the Growth Projects for the Ansa Mcal Construction Sector which includes Berger Paints Barbados, Berger Paints Jamaica, Sissons Grenada, Ansa Coatings Limited and Abel Building Solutions
- Managed 6 simultaneous project roll out from initiation to closure, with budgets ranging from One million USD- 5 Million USD and teams ranging from 10-30 persons for the Construction Sector
- Led cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, analysts, and testers, to ensure project objectives were met
- Initiated the Six Sigma process improvement projects, resulting in significant cost savings and improved customer satisfaction
- Developed and implemented process improvement plans, including process maps, control plans, and standard operating procedures
- Developed and maintained project schedules, budgets, risk management plans, and other project documentation
- Managed cross-functional project teams of up to , providing guidance and coaching to ensure project success
- Communicated project status and risks to project stakeholders, including senior leadership, on a regular basis
- Communicated project progress and results to senior management and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives
- Conducted data analysis using statistical tools such as Minitab, JMP, and Excel to identify root causes and develop solutions
- Established monthly meeting to review the service support model for effectiveness and adjusting where needed.
Industry leader
Jason Devenish, Glencoe
- With experience of over 140 years leading the IT & Telecommunications industry regionally, providing next-generation, high-performance networks and comprehensive IT solutions Accomplishments:
- Implementation of LAN and WAN network for Guardian Media Ltd
- And ANSA MCAL ltd
- Managed regional projects implementation process
- Ensuring orders are implemented, accepted, and billed efficiently within agreed customer timelines and the resulting revenue
- Utilized Lean Six Sigma methodologies to streamline business processes and reduce waste, resulting in cost savings of roughly $250 000.00 for the duration of my tenure
- Resolved complex faults through plans in collaboration with the customer creating service and revenue improvement
- Managed Service level agreements
- Defined and managed service level agreements with customers as well as external service providers
- Internal service review
- Reviewed both tactical and longer-term metrics for the internal team and handling performance that is outside of the defined thresholds
- Monthly reviews
- Lead service reviews and provide service improvement plans for the enterprise customers
- Directed internal teams to ensure necessary prioritization and escalation are given to enterprise customer issues
- Communicated project status and risks to project stakeholders, including senior leadership, on a regular basis
- Create and implement strategic customer satisfaction plans while driving success from a people, process, and technology perspective
- Developed and maintained project schedules, budgets, risk management plans, and other project documentation
- I | 868-335-1191 |jasondevenish@gmail
Education
Management- Six -
01.2023
Bachelors of Arts -
University of South Florida
01.2008
CAPE/ CXC- Trinidad and Tobago -
Queens Royal College
01.2004
Project Management Professional -
Project Management Institute, for Quality
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Operations Management
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
- Team Leadership
- Schedule Preparation
- Project Management
- Expense Tracking
- Budget Control
- Staff Development
- Business Administration
- Cross-Functional Team Management
- Key Performance Indicators
- Performance Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Business Planning
- Employee Training and Development
Accomplishments
- SSPC – Protective Coatings Qualification 2022
- Coursera- Google Project Management Certificate - 2022
- UDEMY- Agile Project Management with Mauricio Rubio
- UDEMY- Primavera P6 Foundations -2022
- Sales IQ Global with Ken Corbin- Trinidad and Tobago 2021
- Arthur Lock Jack school of Business – From Managers to Leaders -Trinidad and Tobago 2019
- School of Business and Computer Science - PMP- Trinidad and Tobago 2016-2017
- MTZ Lalonde and Associates- Creating value with key accounts- Trinidad and Tobago 2015
- HOBBIES AND PASSION PROJECTS
- Island Innovation Ambassador- Digital media platform at the intersection of sustainable development and communications, offering specialised services across various sectors
- Green Earth Eco Solutions - Established in Trinidad and Tobago to bring the highest quality of photovoltaic systems to the CARICOM region
- The Socialhutt- The social site to share and collaborate on environmentally friendly solutions- products include Eco-Friendly plant pots and biodegradable cutlery
- Precious Plastic Trinidad- Established with the goal of bringing a cleaner society for Trinidad and Tobago with a team of dedicated people determined to solve the plastic pollution problem through DIY recycling solutions
- Queens Park Football F.C- 2009-2021 club captain, Super League champions 2017.
References
References available on request.
Timeline
CONSTRUCTION SECTOR, Divisional Manager
ANSA MCAL GROUP OF COMPANIES
01.2019 - 01.2022
Project Manager
Liberty LATAM
01.2014 - 01.2019
Sales and Marketing Executive
Wurth Canada Limited
01.2012 - 01.2014
Marketing Executive
Red Bull Energy Drink, Port of Spain
01.2009 - 01.2012
CONSTRUCTION SECTOR, Sector Program Manager
ANSA MCAL GROUP OF COMPANIES
Industry leader
Jason Devenish, Glencoe
Management- Six -
Bachelors of Arts -
University of South Florida
CAPE/ CXC- Trinidad and Tobago -
Queens Royal College
Project Management Professional -
Project Management Institute, for Quality
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