Tara de BeerPROJECT MANAGER

ABOUT MESkilled programme, project and portfolioleader with considerable experience, gainedin a Blue Chip corporate organisation, who brings a successful track record of driving change within complex, matrixed projects. This is achieved throughsetting a clear vision; understanding keystakeholder requirements; motivating teamsand driving effective collaboration.

A Rhodes University leader who combines a strategic, commerical appreciation with a strong analytical and process orientation to ensure practical implementation of the projects vision.

CONTACT ME

(H) +27 82 442 5501(W) +27 21 710 4053

48 Surrey StreetHarfield VillageClaremont Cape Town7845South Africa

teejmurr@gmail.comtmurray@its.jnj.com

WORK EXPERIENCEPROJECT MANAGEMENT- Accountable for the flawless execution of the product-related project pipeline (NPD, Compliance/ Supply Chain and Geographic Expansion), ensuring on-time, on-cost and on-quality delivery- Delivery of projects of various size, value and complexity (100K USD cost saving project to 1 1.7M new product development)- Mulitple projects managed simultaneously- Established strong, collaborative relationships with senior cross-functional leaders within a complex, matrixed environment resulting in an aligned, prioritised and resourced project scoping- Strong people leader, building and developing a high-performance teams that can support on- time project delivery- Accountable for the delivery of projects enabling business growth in new product portfolios in established and developing markets

TIME MANAGEMENT- Accountable for the development and maintenance of project timelines through the collaborative alignment with core team members and key stakeholders- Implementation of time-saving processes with no impact to end product quality in collaboration with plant and business quality teams RISK ANALYSIS & PROBLEM SOLVING- Accountable for the development of a risk register to highlight any risks associated with the project (e.g. developmental, procurement of materials, costs, resources)- Creation of mitigation plans to minimise or negate risks identified

EDUCATION

NQF Level 5 in Graphic Design

Diploma in Packaging Technology

Post Graduate Certificate of Education (Design and Visual Arts)

Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA)

Matric (Grade 12)

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Time Management Project Management Risk Analysis and Problem Solving Presentation Skills Organisational Skills Creative and Innovative thinking Skills

TECHNICAL SKILLS

MS ProjectMS PowerpointMS ExelMS WordMindJet

PREVIOUS ROLES

Supply Chain Program & Project Management Associate Project Manager01/04/2016 – Present

SMP Senior Scientist 01/10/2012 – 31/03/2016

Packaging Development Officer01/10/2010 – 30/09/2012

Rental agent03/03/2010 – 30/11/2010

REFERENCES

Linda EdkinsJohnson & Johnson (PTY) Ltd.SMP Director, South Africa(M) +27 83 357 8920Relationship: SMP manager

Heinrich AdonisMirren (Pty) Ltd.Engineering Manager(M) +27 82 341 0260Relationship: Former colleague

Mario MoscosoJohnson & Johnson WuppertalSC PPM Project Manager(M) +49 173 543 0149Relationship: Current mentor/manager

PORTFOLIO

HOBBIES

LANGUAGES

EnglishWriting and Speaking

AfrikaansWriting and Speaking

Tara de BeerPROJECT MANAGER

Crafting

I love to do anything creative. Painting, drawing and making hand-made gifts are some of my favouriteactivities.

Exercising

I enjoy being active. I participate inbodybuilding shows once or twice a year.

Watching movies

After a long week, I enjoy making myselfcomfortable on the couch and watching a good film.

SMP Senior Scientist- Responsible for the implementation of alternate supplier materials offering more competitive costs. - Total savings +- USD 250K by end 2016- Identification of several areas for cost reductions, such as basis weight reductions of materials; alignment of material specifications across manufacturing sites to promote sourcing leverage

Supply Chain Project Manager- Design-to-Value: Managed the change of bottle material, formula adaptation and change of label material in line with a significant cost reduction for key skincare brand- Managed the transfer of consumer sample sachets from third party manufacturer to Johnson & Johnson plant

SMP Senior Scientist- Responsible for the transfer of sanitary napkin product from LATAM region to East London, South Africa- Key EMEA contact for Research & Development team, located in Brazil, LATAM region - supported launch of new sanitary napkins portfolio in South Africa and Sub-Saharan region- Accountable for the creation of product dossiers, encompassing all safety, regualtory and development documentation - required in order to release products to trade - for key sanitary napkins brand - Integral part of project team to purchase new manufacturing line to support volumes growth - ensured machine was able to meet product specifications

Supply Chain Project Manager- Upgrade of packaging graphics on all products for key sanitary napkins brand in South Africa with no impact to product supply and impact to business, and minimum write off of packaging componentry- Management of new product category launch into Noridcs and Sub-Saharan regions- Management of new product technology introduction to EMEA region, sourced from APAC region

ACHIEVEMENTS

2016: Successful management of project to launch of new femcare segments under existing brands to South Africa, including SSA, and Nordics markets. Products sourced from two separate manufacturing sites – Pomezia, Italy and Bangkok, Thailand2016: Successful and on-time project implementation of new packaging graphics on significant Johnson & Johnson brand to South Africa and SSA countries2015: Identified saving opportunities of $ 100k USD - Realised $40k USD savings in 2015 for the 2016 financial year, with the balance of the savings due for implementation in 2016, and included into 2017 business plan 2015: Encore Award (internal Johnson & Johnson award) - in recognition of the improved Credo Results within the Support for Marketed Products EMEA team2014: Turnaround time of 10 days to implement alternate cover material for product due to sudden closure of incumbent supplier - Average implementation time of alternate materials is +- 4-6 months2012: Encore Award (internal Johnson & Johnson award) – in recognition of my contribution to the re-launch of Stayfree feminine napkins range in Sub Saharan and South African markets

Cost Improvement Projects

(CIP)

New Product Development

(NPD)

and

New Product Introductions

(NPI)

Tara de BeerPROJECT MANAGER

Tara de BeerPROJECT MANAGER

Tara de BeerPROJECT MANAGER

Tara de BeerPROJECT MANAGER