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Hi, I’m
Bianca Harper
PROFESSIONAL PROJECT MANAGER
Umdloti Beach
Summary
Project Manager leading client projects from brief through production, delivery, and installation in manufacturing and print environments. Coordinates design, creative, and structural teams, manages cost estimates and approvals, and keeps schedules, status reporting, and quality checks aligned to client expectations. Resolves risk and logistics issues to protect timelines, budget, and finished-product standards.
Overview
2
Languages
7
Certifications
11
years of professional experience
Work History
H&A Manufacturing
Project Manager
09.2023 - 07.2026
Job overview
- Inspired team collaboration and engagement, focusing on optimizing business vision through effective communication and fostering a strong work ethic.
- Managed projects from initial client brief through production, delivery, and installation, ensuring projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Liaised with cross-functional departments to ensure seamless project execution and alignment with client expectations.
- Interpreted client briefs and coordinated creative development with design, creative, and structural teams.
- Managed client approval processes for artwork, designs, and production specifications.
- Prepared and managed project cost estimates, ensuring accurate costing and profitability.
- Created and maintained project documentation, schedules, and status reports.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive project documentation, schedules, and status reports to ensure clear communication and project tracking.
- Acted as primary point of contact for clients, delivering regular project updates and facilitating alignment of stakeholder expectations.
- Conducted quality assurance inspections to ensure finished products met approved artwork and specifications.
- Identified and resolved project risks, scheduling conflicts, and production challenges.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Polyoak Packaging
Internal Sales Coordinator
05.2019 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Served as a key point of contact for clients throughout the entire sales process, ensuring their needs were prioritized and addressed promptly.
- Managed customer order processing, ensuring accuracy and timely fulfillment of requests.
- Facilitated smooth order processing by liaising with various departments such as logistics, finance, and production teams.
- Tracked all sales activities using CRM software, ensuring data accuracy for reporting purposes and informed decisionmaking.
- Collaborated closely with external sales representatives to ensure seamless communication and coordination between teams.
- Tracked all sales activities using CRM software, ensuring data accuracy for reporting purposes and informed decision-making.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive product knowledge to support sales initiatives effectively.
- Trained new team members on internal systems and best practices, fostering a collaborative environment.
PVT Recruitment
Recruiter
01.2017 - 10.2020
Job overview
- Identified top talent and managed candidates through hiring process, ensuring seamless transition from initial contact to offer acceptance.
- Leveraged applicant tracking system to streamline workflow and enhance decision-making in sourcing and hiring.
- Fostered relationships with hiring managers to align recruitment efforts with organizational goals.
- Proactively engaged passive candidates through phone calls, emails, networking, internet searches, and social media to expand candidate pool.
- Leveraged applicant tracking system to support workflow, maintain processes and drive sourcing and hiring decisions.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
Lush
Assistant Event Coordinator
08.2017 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Prepared promotional and marketing material that increased event interest.
- Manage all promotional staff. Including work schedules, marketing training where applicable and negotiating payment.
- Managed promotional staff, overseeing work schedules, conducting marketing training, and negotiating payment.
- Developed branded, revenue-generating events that enhanced audience engagement.
- International Inspectors Drafter, Cotecna Inspections
SPE
ESL Teacher
06.2017 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Engaged students through conversation and dynamic lesson plans to foster interest and enhance language acquisition.
- Administered standardized assessments and analyzed data to tailor instruction and support student progress.
- Provided small group and one-on-one targeted and individualized lessons to support content area coursework.
- Developed and posted daily content and language objectives to ensure clarity and rigor in ESL instruction.
- Apr 2015 - May 2017
Cotecna Inspections
International Inspectors Drafter
04.2015 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Identified database management issues and recommended corrective actions to improve data integrity.
- Upheld codes and regulations governing materials, processes, and procedures.
- Effectively communicated with clients and management to ensure alignment on inspection objectives, requirements, and expectations.
- Corrected data errors and organized information to ensure accurate and timely data retrieval.
- Gathered invoices, statements and reports to meet operational goals.
- Streamlined reporting processes by integrating new software tools, improving data management efficiency.
- Corrected errors and organized data to facilitate swift and accurate capturing.
- Compared the digital data with source documents to identify and correct data entry errors.
- Enhanced reporting processes by integrating new software tools for data management.
Education
University of Kwa-Zulu NatalDurban
Bachelor from Communication Science
Skills
Interpersonal skills
Documentation management
Effective communication
Time & efficiency management
Cross-functional coordination
Detail Oriented
Coaching leadership
Stakeholder management
Cross-functional coordination
Client relationship management
Process improvement
Certification
Managing Me (2020)
Interests
Additional Information
I'm a people-loving, problem-solving marketer with a passion for creativity. I firmly believe in the power of play hard, work harder. My drive and dedication to learning have brought me to where I am today.
I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with diverse teams to come up with innovative solutions. My background in marketing has taught me the importance of understanding the needs and wants of customers and using that knowledge to create impactful campaigns.
When it comes to creativity, I'm all about thinking outside the box and taking risks. I love exploring new ideas and pushing boundaries. And let's be real, who doesn't love a good brainstorming session?
But don't let my laid-back tone fool you, I am a hard worker through and through. I am always up for a challenge and enjoy tackling complex problems head-on. My curiosity and determination drive me to constantly improve and learn new skills.
In my free time, you can find me exploring new places, trying out new recipes, or curled up with a good book. I believe in finding a balance between work and play, and I'm always up for new adventures.
Let's connect and see how we can collaborate and make a difference together!
Timeline
Project Manager
H&A Manufacturing
09.2023 - 07.2026
Internal Sales Coordinator
Polyoak Packaging
05.2019 - 08.2023
Assistant Event Coordinator
Lush
08.2017 - 07.2018
ESL Teacher
SPE
06.2017 - 07.2018
Recruiter
PVT Recruitment
01.2017 - 10.2020
International Inspectors Drafter
Cotecna Inspections
04.2015 - 05.2017
University of Kwa-Zulu Natal
Bachelor from Communication Science