Jeff Levy, MBA, Pmp
About Jeff Levy, MBA, Pmp
Jeff Levy is the Director of Project Management at Spectrum Brands, Inc., where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in project management and resource management, having held various roles in organizations such as Covance and Miami Valley Hospital.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Jeff Levy has served as the Director of Project Management at Spectrum Brands, Inc. since 2016. In this role, he leads a team of 20 project managers, coordinators, and business analysts to manage a multi-business unit IT portfolio. He has formed and led a Project Management Office (PMO) to enhance project delivery and governance. Levy is responsible for managing a portfolio spend of $50 million, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and financial targets. He implements time tracking and capitalization processes for IT labor to improve financial management and utilizes advanced techniques to forecast IT project spending.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current role, Jeff Levy worked at Covance for ten years, where he held positions as Program Manager and Business Engagement from 2006 to 2016, and as Associate Director of Resource Data Mining from 2006 to 2008. He also served as a Program Manager at TeamSoft Inc. for five months in 2016. Earlier in his career, Levy worked as a Programmer/Analyst at Miami Valley Hospital from 1993 to 1996, and as a Project Manager at Reed Elsevier from 1998 to 2000. He began his career as a Developer at Standard Register from 1996 to 1998.
Education and Expertise
Jeff Levy holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Purdue University and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Phoenix. His educational background supports his expertise in project management, resource management, and financial oversight. He specializes in mergers and acquisitions, contributing to the successful integration and alignment of IT systems. Levy is experienced in executive communication and stakeholder alignment, which are critical for ensuring project success.
Project Management Skills
In his professional capacity, Jeff Levy has defined project management competencies and implemented a project management discipline within his teams. He has developed offshore and global teams to enhance project delivery capabilities. His experience includes conducting demand and supply capacity analysis, which is essential for effective resource management. Levy's leadership and strategic planning skills have been instrumental in aligning projects with company strategy.