Sam Bentley
Program Manager @BearingPoint
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WORK HISTORY
Program Manager @BearingPoint
EDUCATION
University of Nottingham
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Management Studies
SKILLS
ABOUT SAM BENTLEY
Experienced and enthusiastic Programme Manager with 14 years of leading large IT transformation programmes in high-pressure environments within the Energy, Oil, Gas, Real Estate, Government, Retail, and Manufacturing sectors. Proficient in programme set-up, leading delivery from vision to execution, managing large matrixed teams (30+), and engaging with C-suite stakeholders. Currently seeking a challenging role in an ambitious, growing organisation.Expertise- Programme Management: Skilled in full lifecycle management from initiation to transition, with a focus on team scaling, governance, and strategic vision- Project Execution: Proficient in delivering projects end-to-end using Waterfall, Agile (SCRUM, SAFe), and hybrid methods. Expert in planning, monitoring, and management- Strategic Leadership: Experienced in defining programme vision and strategy, IT solution design, and TOM creation. Ensures strategic alignment with business goals- Risk and Recovery: Skilled in managing, mitigating, and resolving risks and issues. Proven capability in strategic programme recovery and problem-solving- Commercial and Procurement Skills: Extensive expertise in commercial management, including tendering, procurement, negotiation, and conflict resolution- Change Management: Effective at driving IT solution adoption and integration through strategic change management- Interpersonal Skills: Recognised for building trust and strong relationships. Honest, credible, and enjoyable to work with- Adaptability: Highly adaptable, excelling in environments that demand creative and original solutions to challenging scenarios.Highlighted Achievements:Developed an ERP transformation programme from vision to full delivery with over 30 specialists, enabling expansion of a FTSE 100 REIT across Europe.Designed and implemented IT solutions and a target operating model for a FTSE100 energy company, enabling a £1 billion acquisition portfolio and rapid international expansion.Stabilised the UK\'s COVID response digital platform, implementing key controls and SAFe processes, reducing costs by 60% and enhancing reliability.Revitalised a multi-billion-pound emergency services IT programme, improving delivery rigour and launching the first product after previous failures.Re-engineered procurement and commercial processes, avoiding over £10m in project risks annually and enhancing national infrastructure performance.
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