Mariel Moran
About Mariel Moran
Mariel Moran serves as an IT Finance Architect at Spectrum Brands in Argentina, where she has worked since 2016. With a background in SAP consulting at Accenture, she has extensive experience in managing IT projects and leading functional specifications across multiple Latin American countries.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Mariel Moran has been serving as an IT Finance Architect at Spectrum Brands since 2016. In this role, she focuses on managing the LATAM IT project portfolio, which includes addressing complex localization and compliance requirements across multiple Latin American countries. Prior to her current position, she held various roles within the company, including IT SAP Finance Senior Analyst and SAP process facilitator for the regions of Chile, Argentina, Peru, and Colombia. Her extensive experience at Spectrum Brands spans over eight years.
Previous Experience at Accenture
Before joining Spectrum Brands, Mariel Moran worked at Accenture in several capacities. She served as an SAP MM IM consultant for a year, working with Danone Brazil. Additionally, she held various functional analyst positions focusing on SAP modules for Tenaris Argentina, contributing to projects for countries such as Romania, Italy, and Canada. Her tenure at Accenture provided her with a solid foundation in SAP processes and project management.
Education and Expertise
Mariel Moran earned her Licenciatura in Administración from Universidad de Buenos Aires, completing her studies from 2002 to 2007. Her educational background complements her professional expertise in IT finance architecture and SAP systems. She has demonstrated proficiency in managing functional specifications and leading user acceptance tests for IT projects, showcasing her technical and analytical skills.
Key Contributions and Projects
Mariel played a significant role in the Brazil ERP conversion project, where she conducted assessment and workshop sessions onsite. She was responsible for defining the AS-IS, TO-BE, and GAPs for the complete FI-CO Brazil blueprint. Her involvement in this project highlights her ability to manage complex IT initiatives and contribute to the strategic direction of financial systems within the organization.
Role as LATAM Business Partner
In her current position, Mariel Moran acts as a LATAM Business Partner, reporting directly to the World Headquarters in Madison, WI, US. This role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure alignment on IT projects and initiatives that impact the Latin American region. Her leadership in managing the LATAM IT project portfolio emphasizes her commitment to meeting the unique needs of the region.