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Ana Roxana Cirdei

Planning Manager I
Bucharest

Summary

Dedicated Planning Manager with a proven track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams in delivering high-quality projects. Proficient in combining strong technical skills with effective project management methodologies to achieve exceptional results. Adept at fostering collaboration and ensuring the seamless execution of complex initiatives.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Planning Manager I

Electronic Arts
10.2023 - Current
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the planning department, identifying opportunities for enhanced performance outcomes.
  • Coordinated closely with operations teams to ensure seamless integration between project planning stages and actual implementation activities.
  • Optimized scheduling procedures for improved resource utilization, resulting in increased cost savings for the company.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, reducing redundancies and increasing overall efficiency in the planning department.
  • Mentored junior staff members, enhancing their planning skills and fostering a collaborative work environment.

RTO Project Manager

Electronic Arts
05.2021 - 10.2023

· Led cross-functional teams to identify bottlenecks and streamline workflows resulting in a reduction in project delivery time

· Oversaw the implementation of effective risk management strategies, mitigating potential project delays ad ensuring smooth launches

· Built connections across Studio, Commercial and Operations partners to support the success of various title franchises (F1, Fifa, It takes two, NFS, Grid Legends. etc) by bringing valuable inputs and operational expertise.

· Drafted project reports to identify successful outcomes, insights and future recommendations.

· Minimized the impact of issues identified by investigating the root cause and actively communicating with designated stakeholders for rapid pace resolution.

· Motivated and engaged the team by promoting a positive and collaborative team culture, offering opportunities for growth and creating incentives for high performance

· Found innovative solutions by improving the processes and increase the speed of delivery.

· Invested in Franchise Operations processes by identifying pain points and improving tracking, reporting, communication and execution processes.

· Expertise in data analysis and visualization tools, such as Tableau and Power BI

· Proven track record optimizing workflows and systems to drive operational efficiency and enhance overall productivity

· Trained teams on process improvement methodologies and tools

· Expertise in Project Management Tools: JIRA, Trello, Asana, AirTable

RTO Associate Project Manager

Electronic Arts
1 2020 - 05.2021
  • Managed change requests effectively by assessing impacts on scope, timeline, budget, or resources before incorporating changes into existing plans or schedules.
  • Reduced project completion time by implementing effective task prioritization and resource allocation strategies.
  • Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication and collaboration between team members.
  • Participated in continuous improvement efforts within the organization by contributing ideas for process enhancements based on lessons learned from previous projects.

Executive Project Manager

Euro Panel
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
  • Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
  • Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.
  • Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
  • Gained programming skills in SQL as a way of improving data delivery
  • Working with new platforms and with a wider team to achieve a new process in delivering reports
  • Developed and led multi-disciplinary team to redefine problems and reach solutions based on different perspectives

Project Manager

Euro Panel
05.2018 - 01.2019
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Developed strong technical skills and understanding of the company resources
  • Finding solutions and fast learning new ways of improving data delivery
  • Admin for internal platforms and tools - raising incidents and offering ongoing support and training clients as well as colleagues
  • Managed stakeholders and communication across organization Cross country feasibility/audits checks

Online Community Coordinator

GfK Romania
05.2017 - 05.2018
  • Set and implement social media and communication campaigns to align with marketing strategies
  • Good technical abilities in helping the development of the community Using analytical tools to monitor social media
  • Assisting with navigating online resources and providing connections to additional resources; technical support;
  • Conduct ongoing evaluation of program effectiveness.
  • Use data to strategically support current partners and determine where to direct attention and resources;

Executive Fieldwork Coordinator

GfK Romania
06.2015 - 05.2017
  • Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
  • Managing a team of data collectors and data input assistants
  • Monitor the progress of data collection
  • Designing questionnaires and advising on methodology of collection of data
  • Effectively communicated with other employees and upper management to ensure complete care of customers.
  • Evaluated the customers' needs and provided service options to meet their requirements

Junior Fieldwork Coordinator

GfK Romania
05.2014 - 05.2015
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Tracked records, filed documents and maintained communication between clients to manage office activities.
  • Implement, control analyze and report on information gathered
  • Developed analytical mindset and decision-making skills
  • Good interpersonal skills to work with different personality types. Ability to cope with fast-paced and pressured work
  • Accuracy and strong attention to detail
  • Ability to notice patterns in statistics
  • Good organizational skills

Education

Master of Business Administration - Business Administration

Dimitrie Cantemir Christian University
Bucharest
10.2020 - 07.2023

Skills

    Project planning and development

Advanced problem solving

Detail Oriented

Project Management

Fluent in English

Fast Learning

Problem Solving

Certification

Prince 2

Timeline

Certified Scrum Master

02-2024

Planning Manager I

Electronic Arts
10.2023 - Current

Prince 2

07-2022

RTO Project Manager

Electronic Arts
05.2021 - 10.2023

Master of Business Administration - Business Administration

Dimitrie Cantemir Christian University
10.2020 - 07.2023

Executive Project Manager

Euro Panel
01.2019 - 01.2020

Project Manager

Euro Panel
05.2018 - 01.2019

Online Community Coordinator

GfK Romania
05.2017 - 05.2018

Executive Fieldwork Coordinator

GfK Romania
06.2015 - 05.2017

Junior Fieldwork Coordinator

GfK Romania
05.2014 - 05.2015

RTO Associate Project Manager

Electronic Arts
1 2020 - 05.2021
Ana Roxana CirdeiPlanning Manager I