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Edward Carter

Sunbury On Thames

Summary

A dynamic, results oriented and highly organised CX / Product orientated Service Delivery Exec with in depth knowledge and success across application management, Cloud, infrastructure / SaaS / PaaS, consultancy and outsourcing across numerous industry sectors including Government, Air Transport, Retail, Automotive and New Media.

Has a reputation for challenging the status quo, addressing problems quickly, delivering transformation, effectively and combined with commercial management, stakeholder management (up to C-Level).

Driven significant sales through organic growth and new business - developed and implemented growth strategies and GTM proposals, negotiated commercial and contractual models for multi million GBP accounts. Well suited to highly pressurized, fast moving environments where effective and quick decision making is required.

Successful track record developing and implementing change programmes Strategy, new services and products, transformation (Automation, Agile DevOPs), ITIL processes, CX focused Service Improvement and managing large P&L delivering world class services utilising distributed delivery models.

Overview

20
years of professional experience
1
Certificate

Work History

Capgemini

Executive - Business Development
08.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Development of digital GTM offers and alignment role - Working as part of the business development area to drive improved offers and alignment between digital and application management divisions
  • This includes SalesForce, OMS, ecommerce, CRM and other areas to enhance the end to end lifecycle, propositions and delivery
  • Cross BU knowledge management and solution mentoring
  • SME is operations, and Service Offerings - Supporting global bids and existing operations in UK and EMEA
  • Developing GTM offerings in partnership with 3rd party vendors
  • Also head of UK Delivery Unit Sustainability to meet Group ambitions (since Sept 2021)
  • Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization, fostering a culture of innovation and change management
  • Mentored junior staff members on best practices in business development techniques, promoting professional growth within the team
  • Spearheaded collaborative efforts between departments such as finance, operations, and marketing to drive cohesive business growth strategies
  • Led workshops on ITIL methodology and best practices to improve internal knowledge and application within the organization
  • Identified opportunities for automation within client organizations, reducing manual effort required for routine tasks while improving overall accuracy levels

Capgemini

Senior Service Delivery Manager
07.2014 - 08.2022

Job overview

  • Senior Service Delivery Management - Designed, implemented and ran large Digital Service Models with migration to DevOps for Digital applications (React, SalesForce, Java, WSO2 API) and integration platform (Java, WSO2, CIS) for a major UK automotive organisation.
  • Managed £10m p.a. P&L (team of 70 with 4 Service Managers) - Driven continuous improvement agenda to understand and deliver improved value and quality to the client and end users
  • Transitioned new services into and out of scope
  • Business critical functionality supporting enterprise activities. Managing risk, strategy to ensure continual value and alignment with business needs
  • Developed offshore capability (98% of team) and aligned to One Team ethos across all technical areas regardless of business unit - Implemented account governance model to ensure alignment between delivery and sales
  • ITIL v4 approach End User and CX / Product centric approach to maximise value to the Client.
  • Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall service quality and drive operational excellence
  • Mitigated potential risks through diligent planning and proactive management strategies, ensuring minimal disruptions to service delivery timelines
  • Delivered exceptional customer experiences by proactively addressing concerns, resolving issues promptly, and maintaining a focus on client satisfaction
  • Championed change management initiatives, fostering a culture of adaptability among team members during periods of organizational transition
  • Mentored junior team members, facilitating their professional growth and enhancing overall team performance
  • Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring open channels of communication for effective collaboration
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that encouraged open communication, teamwork, and employee engagement across the organization
  • Implemented client feedback programs, identifying opportunities for service enhancements and driving continuous improvement efforts
  • Optimized resource allocation by assessing workloads and adjusting schedules based on project priorities and deadlines
  • Reduced client escalations through proactive communication and problem-solving strategies
  • Developed short-term goals and long-term strategic plans to improve risk control and mitigation
  • Conducted thorough analysis of historical data, helping identify patterns and trends in potential risks
  • Reviewed contracts for potential liabilities or exposures, recommending adjustments as necessary to minimize overall legal and financial impact on the organization
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish effective risk management practices across all business units
  • Assisted in the development of enterprise-wide business continuity plans, minimizing disruptions caused by unforeseen events or disasters
  • Conducted regular service reviews with clients, maintaining transparency and fostering long-term business partnerships
  • Improved service delivery efficiency by implementing new process improvements and monitoring key performance indicators
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop tailored solutions that met unique client requirements and exceeded expectations

SITA

Customer Operations Director / Territory Manager
02.2008 - 04.2014

Job overview

  • Responsible for all UK accounts managing a team of 8 service managers covering 14 customers
  • Defining operational strategy and ensuring day to day activity is proactive and exceeding customer expectation
  • Services including business critical applications and infrastructure
  • Communications, Desktop Services, WAN, LAN, Voice and application support utilising global support teams and 3rd parties
  • Designed and implemented Service Management capability for territory (UK and Spain) - Revenue approx £40m p.a.
  • Accountable for operations and service delivery including new projects and services
  • Ensured compliance to process, quality, timelines and budgets, managing priorities, all escalations and communications to end users in business language
  • Managed customer engagement at all levels including Service Improvement plans and “Red Alerts”
  • Defining and coordinating operational strategy across the UK based on pipeline, technical and product roadmaps
  • Built, led and developed team of geographically separate Service Managers and delivery teams across different geographies and time zones
  • Teams consist of operations, solution design and project delivery
  • Compliance with industry and corporate best practice driving down incidents and recurrent problems by 25%
  • Responsible for process design, implementation and conformance across the accounts ensuring seamless integration with corporate, third party and customer functions
  • Accountable for customer satisfaction across the portfolio (ranging from infrastructure, applications and third party provision)
  • 3rd Party engagement both directly and within a vendor management framework (conducting monthly and quarterly performance reviews)
  • Management of matrix teams across 1st , 2nd and 3rd line (internal and 3rd party)
  • Defining and refining performance ensuring compliance with SLA and OLAs
  • Bid Management, engaging on all aspects of operational engagement in relation to opportunities in the UK (up to £50m)
  • Transitioning new services into live and managing end of life estates
  • Execution of an organisational re-structure to merge geographically separate accounts which required a remodelling of governance coupled with staff changes in key positions
  • Creation, development and execution of a strategy for the group; working with sales and bid support to define new opportunities and proposals
  • A 25% decrease in service-related Incidents / Problems
  • This was achieved via an increased focus on the customer (balance of criticality to cost, targeting resources), cohesive approach to Incident, Problem,
  • Availability, Capacity Management, and a zero tolerance for disruptions to service (both in service and as part of integration from Service Design and Transition)
  • Increased efficiency allowed FTE reduction;
  • Led regular team meetings to review performance metrics, discuss upcoming initiatives or changes in procedures, fostering open communication among staff members
  • Maintained thorough documentation of policies and procedures to enhance consistency and transparency across the team

Capgemini

Service Delivery Manager
01.2004 - 02.2008

Job overview

  • Application Management, responsible for the delivery of Day to Day Operational (and enhancements) / System Management of the Online and batch elements of the New Tax Credit application and latterly the Self Assessment application
  • Batch processes handled over 6 million customers and £16 billion in turnover.

Education

Ruskin University
Chelmsford, ESS

Bachelor of Science from BSc (Hons) Business Information Systems

University Overview

Skills

  • ITILv4 Foundation
  • ITIL v3 Expert Certified
  • Salesforce Associate
  • AWS Practitioner
  • Google Analytics
  • Service Strategy, Design, Transition
  • Change, Configuration, Continuous Improvement), delivering efficiency, cost saving (reduced FTE by 25%)
  • CSAT implementation aligned to business KIs and continual Improvement
  • Risk and Issue Management balancing risk with outcomes
  • Internal troubleshooter - providing consultancy on automation and productivity and QA
  • Agile
  • Commercial / support model / contract / Services for Agile DevOPs including API integration (including Cloud Platforms), SalesForce, Applications and Liferay
  • Bid Management
  • Management of all stakeholders (including C-Level) through the full Service Delivery Life Cycle
  • Extensive successful delivery management experience and transition / transformation to DevOps models ensuring compliance to quality, best practice, deadlines and budgets
  • People Management
  • Management and development of high performance teams
  • Sales pipeline management
  • Corporate budgeting
  • Financial operations
  • Strategic planning
  • Business development and planning
  • Staff Management
  • Operations
  • Strong sales proposal writer
  • Effective negotiator
  • Performance metrics
  • Goals and performance
  • Account and territory management
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Budget forecasting
  • Quality control
  • Vendor management
  • Excellent listening skills
  • Team building expertise

Certification

ITIL v3 Expert ITIL v2 Service Manager Certificate AWS Practitioner Google Data Analytics (Coursera) Agile (Coursera) Connected Manager (Capgemini / Harvard) Engagement Management – Level 2 (Capgemini) Programme Management (CCTA) Overview Commercial Management (Capgemini) Project Management – (Capgemini) Team Management – (Capgemini) People Management - (Capgemini) Effective Performance Reviews - (Capgemini) Fair and Reasonable Employment - (Capgemini) Other Driving licence: Full and clean
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Timeline

Executive - Business Development
Capgemini
08.2022 - Current
Senior Service Delivery Manager
Capgemini
07.2014 - 08.2022
Customer Operations Director / Territory Manager
SITA
02.2008 - 04.2014
Service Delivery Manager
Capgemini
01.2004 - 02.2008
Ruskin University
Bachelor of Science from BSc (Hons) Business Information Systems
Edward Carter