James Chesterman

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About James Chesterman

Creative and resourceful professional with 15 plus years of experience driving efficiency and contributing to the profitability of multi billion-dollar corporations in the life sciences, consumer packaging, retail service and investment management industries. Tactical planner able to quickly assess operational requirements and make targeted recommendations and contribute directly to bottom line. Analytical problem solver with track record of scope controlled, on time, on budget software implementation engagements. Strong people manager whose strengths include recognizing and cultivating top talent and building mutually-beneficial, profitable relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Established PMOs in Chicago and London. Recruited, hired, trained and mentored project management personnel to optimize performance. Developed implementation life cycle, standard operating procedures and templates. Identified and capitalized on all opportunities for continuous process improvements. Business Development / Pre-Sales: Created detailed scope statements; estimated and managed professional services budgets; negotiated pricing and project schedules; finalized statements of work. Pinpointed and documented best practices regarding labeling workflows and ways to minimize project risks. Team Leadership: Assembled high performance teams that consistently exceeded project objectives and goals. Ensured projects were delivered on time and budget with a high degree of quality and client satisfaction. Subject Matter Expertise: Provided strategic guidance to both internal software development groups and client engagement resources on Regulatory Requirements for Software Validation Compliance (21 CFR Part 11). Work Status: US Permanent Resident Canadian Citizen British Citizen