Sam Townsend, Pmp, Csm
About Sam Townsend, Pmp, Csm
Sam Townsend is an E-Commerce Delivery Lead at Signet Jewelers in Austin, Texas, where he has worked since 2021. He manages a $2 million budget for IT projects and leads a 20-person team to enhance the user experience in the diamond jewelry retail sector.
Work at Signet Jewelers
Sam Townsend serves as the E-Commerce Delivery Lead at Signet Jewelers, the world's largest diamond jewelry retailer, since 2021. In this role, he manages a budget of $2 million for IT projects, directing a 20-person delivery team to launch new features and address user interface issues. He provides detailed status reports on all project features, ensuring transparency and accountability within the organization. His leadership fosters a collaborative environment that supports the successful execution of e-commerce initiatives.
Previous Experience at SapientRazorfish
Prior to his current role, Sam Townsend worked at SapientRazorfish as a Project Manager from 2017 to 2018. During his tenure, he contributed to various projects within the Austin, Texas Area. His experience in managing project timelines and deliverables helped him develop skills that are essential for his current position at Signet Jewelers.
Experience at Comcast
Sam Townsend also held the position of Project Manager at Comcast from 2018 to 2021. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing project management tasks and ensuring the successful delivery of projects in the Austin, Texas Area. His experience at Comcast further enhanced his project management capabilities, which he applies in his current role.
Education and Expertise
Sam Townsend earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Marketing from the University of Texas - Permian Basin, where he studied from 2005 to 2007. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in e-commerce and project management. He is also certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP) and a Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), which underscores his commitment to professional development and effective project delivery.
Coaching and Mentoring
In his current role, Sam Townsend actively coaches and mentors staff, promoting professional growth and development within his team. His approach to leadership emphasizes the importance of fostering an environment where team members can enhance their skills and contribute effectively to project outcomes. This commitment to mentorship is a key aspect of his management style.