Andrew Foss
About Andrew Foss
Andrew Foss is a Senior Project Manager at VeriFone, where he has worked since 2011. He has extensive experience in project delivery and process improvement, having previously held positions at Debenhams, JD Wetherspoon, and Zonal Retail Data Systems.
Work at Verifone
Andrew Foss has been employed at Verifone as a Senior Project Manager since 2011. In this role, he has managed various projects across multiple locations. His responsibilities include overseeing the delivery of payment solutions tailored for diverse sectors such as call centers, retail stores, mobile commerce, e-commerce, rail ticketing, and banking. He has played a key role in reviewing and enhancing PMO processes and in-flight projects, particularly following mergers and acquisitions.
Previous Experience
Before joining Verifone, Andrew Foss worked at Debenhams as a contractor from 2009 to 2011, where he managed end-to-end project delivery with contract values ranging from £3 million to over £12 million. He also served as an EPoS Consultant at JD Wetherspoon for six months in 2009. Earlier in his career, he was a Project Manager at Zonal Retail Data Systems from 2006 to 2008, where he led the development of PCI-compliant payment gateways and Data Centre technologies.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Foss studied at Anglia Polytechnic University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Hospitality Management from 1989 to 1993. His educational background has contributed to his expertise in project management, particularly in the hospitality and payment solutions sectors. He has a strong focus on implementing corrective actions to recover failing projects and restore customer confidence.
Project Management Skills
Throughout his career, Andrew Foss has demonstrated strong project management skills, particularly in managing large-scale projects with significant contract values. He has experience in improving PMO processes and has successfully delivered complex payment solutions across various industries. His ability to lead teams and manage project lifecycles has been instrumental in achieving project goals and enhancing operational efficiency.