Parul Thakur

Implementation Consultant @Visa

Toronto, ON, CA

Currently reporting to the Director of Implementation Services, I will:*Manage multiple and concurrent implementation projects to assure that all product and sales goals are supported in a cost effective, timely manner, with a resulting high level of client satisfaction.*Recognize unique client requirements or special project considerations and work with project resources to resolve issues and mitigate risks which is essential in meeting the client’s expectations without over committing Visa’s resources.*Define scope, develop project plans and identify project team resource requirements. Establish project milestones, dates, deliverables, contingencies and communication plans.*Consult/negotiate implementation plans, schedules and approaches with internal and external clients to ensure Visa Inc. and client goals are met. Influence client decisions through a combination of negotiation and consultative input.*Escalate projects that are in jeopardy and work with executive management within Visa and the client organization as appropriate to make decisions and bring appropriate resources to bear to resolve issues.*Conduct an analysis of client portfolios, operational infrastructures and processes in conjunction with implementation projects.*Recommend opportunities for continuous process improvement for implementation of Visa products/services, resulting in shorter cycle times, improved efficiency, reduced costs and increased customer satisfaction.*Maintain current and comprehensive knowledge of technologies, products, services, methods and applications and implement new approaches and practices as required.*Continue to expand knowledge by taking on new types of projects to develop additional skills and increase flexibility in management of a variety of project types and complexities.

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