Maria J. Williams 

1060 Pringle Drive

Chicago, IL 60605

(312) 391-6146

ANALYST PROGRAMMER • BUSINESS SYSTEMS ANALYST • DEVELOPER PROGRAMMER

International experience and exposure to diverse technologies, cultures, and business operations underscores more than 6-years experience in the IT sector. 

Professional strengths include:

TECHNOLOGY SNAPSHOT

Microsoft Office Professional • Microsoft FrontPage • HTML • Windows NT/2000/XP/ME • Prolog • Java • ASP.Net • ADO.Net • SQL Server • Novel Netware • Lotus SmartSuite •

PROJECT & EMPLOYMENT HIGHLIGHTS

·    Successfully designed a high-tech barcode system to replace legacy inventory system.

·    Led the $3 million effort which was eventually used around the globe.

·    Designed automated software for law enforcement.

EMPLOYMENT SUMMARY

LAMO RETAILERS, Chicago, IL

2003–2004

Retail Manager

LAMO RETAILERS, Chicago, IL

2002–2003

Systems Designer & Developer

CONA GROUP INC., Chicago, IL

1999–2001

Manufacturing Systems Developer

POLICE DEPARTMENT, Chicago, IL

1998–1999

Software Engineer

INTERNET SERVICER, Chicago, IL

1998

Internet Service Provider Assistant

COMPUTER DEPARTMENT, Chicago, IL

1997

Webmaster

IND GROUP, Chicago, IL

1996–1997

Systems Programmer

EMPLOYMENT HIGHLIGHTS

LA MODA ELEGANTE E HIJOS, Apizaco, Mexico

2003–2004

Retail Manager

Transformed a failing sales staff to improved customer service and effective marketing campaigns. 

Key contributions/accomplishments

·    Increased store traffic by 25% and sales volume by 15% in first year.

·    Recruited personable staff to improve service.

·    Cut inventory levels by 15% by eliminating obsolete stock.

LA MODA ELEGANTE E HIJOS, Apizaco, Mexico

2002–2003

Systems Designer & Developer

Led effort to implement cutting edge technology to replace outdated inventory recording..

·    Exceeded deadline by two weeks and stayed under budget.

WARNACO GROUP INC., New York, USA

1999–2001

Manufacturing Systems Developer

Helped company automate payroll system. Reduced human errors substantially.

·    Led effort for global use of automation.

·    Reduced paper-based records

·    Led initiative to use RF devices to automate inventory processing.

·    Reduced staffing needs by12%.

·    Trained 300+ workers in two languages regarding the use of the system.

·    Co-produced a payroll system that automated payroll for 1500 people

·    Modified inefficient physical processes for greater productivity.

·    Became expert at programming management objectives.

APIZACO POLICE DEPARTMENT, Apizaco, Mexico

1998–1999

Software Engineer

Designed an application to analyze crime patterns. 

·    Worked closely with police department to test the system. 

·    Mastered software--became department expert.

·     Beat the deadline for project implementation.

CB1 INTERNET CAFÉ, Cambridge, England

1998

Internet Service Provider Assistant

Conducted server stress test using automated procedures.

COMPUTER SYSTEMS ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT, Puebla, Mexico

1997

Webmaster

Conceptualized, designed, and maintained the website at a college. 

CHAMBER OF TEXTILE INDUSTRY OF PUEBLA, Puebla, Mexico

1996–1997

Systems Programmer

Automated HR records.

EDUCATION

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