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Eamonn McGinn

Eamonn McGinn

Hamuliakovo

Summary

Strategic and people-focused business services leader with over 30 years of international experience across Europe and the US in IT, Financial Services, Retail, and Shared Services. Skilled in driving operational excellence, leading cross-functional global teams, and managing Finance, HR, and IT functions in complex matrixed environments. Proven success in delivering organizational transformation initiatives, enhancing business service capabilities, and aligning operations with mission-driven goals. Combines data-informed decision-making with servant leadership to empower teams and deliver sustainable impact.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Global Catalog Operations Manager

Amazon
08.2023 - Current
  • Spearheaded operational effectiveness initiatives across multiple programs, aligning team structures, KPIs, and workflows with strategic goals
  • Developed cross-site integration strategies, collaborating across global geographies (UK, India, Japan) in a matrixed business environment
  • Initiated local transformation projects to foster transparency, collaboration, and sustainable career development
  • Led four program squads (~40 people), consistently meeting performance targets for productivity and quality, enhancing service delivery across marketplaces

Global Tools Support Leader

Kyndryl (Former IBM Technical Services Division)
09.2021 - 01.2022
  • Directed tooling support and automation across global teams in Slovakia, India, and Costa Rica
  • Led strategic transformation initiatives to enhance data quality and business forecasting
  • Successfully managed post-spin-off transition of client support operations, ensuring uninterrupted service delivery

Global Tools Support Leader

IBM Global Technology Services
02.2019 - 08.2021

Retail Global Sales Enablement Advisor

IBM Global Technology Services
10.2016 - 01.2019
  • Developed sales enablement collateral and market insights to drive revenue growth
  • Delivered executive updates and collaborated on strategic initiatives to expand retail service offerings

Agile Accelerate Pilot Leader

IBM Shared Services Business Support Centres
04.2016 - 09.2016
  • Piloted Agile operating models across four European countries, enhancing client responsiveness and operational transparency

Centre of Competence Operations Leader

IBM Shared Services Business Support Centres
03.2015 - 03.2016
  • Built cross-functional teams under the Apple-IBM partnership, implementing Agile practices and improving opportunity pipeline management

Centre of Excellence Operations Leader

IBM Shared Services Business Support Centres
05.2014 - 02.2015
  • Standardized financial planning and integrated shared services into a decentralized operating model

Sales Support Centre Leader

IBM Shared Services Business Support Centres
04.2012 - 04.2014
  • Directed a shared service center of 200+ employees; expanded operational scope and implemented data-driven tools to improve efficiency and service quality

Operations & Transformation Manager

IBM Shared Services Business Support Centres
02.2011 - 03.2012
  • Led budget planning and performance management; represented the center in global change initiatives and strategic decision-making forums

Business Partner Support Manager

IBM Shared Services Business Support Centres
06.2008 - 04.2011
  • Managed IT server hardware pricing operations; expanded support coverage across multiple regions, including a remote Middle East support team

Retail Business Analyst

Heatons Ltd. / Sports Direct
05.2007 - 03.2008
  • Aligned staffing forecasts with business trends; managed promotional campaigns and streamlined vendor contracts

Retail Systems Support Manager

Heatons Ltd. / Sports Direct
08.2000 - 05.2007
  • Oversaw retail software rollouts, including Euro currency conversion and implementation of inventory management systems

Retail Store Branch Manager

Heatons Ltd. / Sports Direct
12.1995 - 07.2000
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets and improved branch operations through workforce optimization

Retail Assistant Branch Manager

The Wise Owl Ltd.
04.1994 - 11.1995
  • Created a customer analytics database and managed vendor relations and specialist procurement

Education

Diploma in Business Studies -

Institute of Technology
01.1993

IBM Agile Advocate & IBM Mentor -

IBM
01.2019

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) -

IACT
01.2008

Business Skills Certificate -

Dantek Consultants Ltd
01.1994

Skills

  • Strategic Business Services Leadership
  • ERP Implementation
  • Process Optimization
  • Organizational Development
  • Change Management
  • Global Team Leadership
  • Cross-Cultural Management
  • Data-Driven Decision-Making
  • Performance Monitoring
  • Budget Control
  • Financial Planning
  • Governance
  • Compliance
  • Risk Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Board Collaboration
  • Servant Leadership
  • Values-Driven Culture
  • Problem-solving
  • Operations management
  • Customer service

Languages And Technical Skills

  • Fluent in English
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle), and Reporting Tools
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and team leadership abilities

Values And Leadership Principles

  • Committed to servant leadership, social impact, and continuous development
  • Embody the values of humility, courage, and accountability in all professional and personal pursuits

Volunteering And Social Impact

  • Ukraine Refugee Crisis Volunteer, Delivered logistical and humanitarian support in Ubľa and Bratislava; established warehouse systems and assisted refugee arrivals at transit stations.
  • Business Mentor, Junior Achievement Slovensko, Mentored student-run startup companies in the Applied Economics Development Program.
  • Operations Officer, Sky Rangers Foundation, Played a key role in founding and operating a nonprofit focused on wildlife conservation.

Timeline

Global Catalog Operations Manager

Amazon
08.2023 - Current

Global Tools Support Leader

Kyndryl (Former IBM Technical Services Division)
09.2021 - 01.2022

Global Tools Support Leader

IBM Global Technology Services
02.2019 - 08.2021

Retail Global Sales Enablement Advisor

IBM Global Technology Services
10.2016 - 01.2019

Agile Accelerate Pilot Leader

IBM Shared Services Business Support Centres
04.2016 - 09.2016

Centre of Competence Operations Leader

IBM Shared Services Business Support Centres
03.2015 - 03.2016

Centre of Excellence Operations Leader

IBM Shared Services Business Support Centres
05.2014 - 02.2015

Sales Support Centre Leader

IBM Shared Services Business Support Centres
04.2012 - 04.2014

Operations & Transformation Manager

IBM Shared Services Business Support Centres
02.2011 - 03.2012

Business Partner Support Manager

IBM Shared Services Business Support Centres
06.2008 - 04.2011

Retail Business Analyst

Heatons Ltd. / Sports Direct
05.2007 - 03.2008

Retail Systems Support Manager

Heatons Ltd. / Sports Direct
08.2000 - 05.2007

Retail Store Branch Manager

Heatons Ltd. / Sports Direct
12.1995 - 07.2000

Retail Assistant Branch Manager

The Wise Owl Ltd.
04.1994 - 11.1995

IBM Agile Advocate & IBM Mentor -

IBM

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) -

IACT

Business Skills Certificate -

Dantek Consultants Ltd

Diploma in Business Studies -

Institute of Technology

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Quote

Even if you are on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.
Will Rodgers

Software

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Powerpoint

Interests

Conservation

Environment

Humanitarian

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Company CultureCareer advancement

Work Availability

monday
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saturday
sunday
morning
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