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Automating baggage and parcel handling systems

I establish a standard of excellence by leading projects to completion within stringent deadlines and budgets, ensuring adherence to organisational data governance policies. I employ industry-standard project management methodologies to execute day-to-day operations and navigate complex issues with decisive action. I maintain and update project documentation, while consistently delivering regular reports on project statuses and progress. I foster collaborative relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution and manage agile software development teams effectively.• Streamlined project delivery processes, resulting in a 15% increase in efficiency and on-time completion rates.• Developed and implemented a resource optimization strategy that maximized team productivity and reduced overhead costs by 10%.• Led the start-to-finish Drone Alert Service project, creating OSL's entry-level Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (CUAS).• Attracted three international airport customers, generating over £1M in future revenue.• Collaborated with Heathrow Airport Holdings Limited (HAL) to enhance CUAS and security systems, contributing £2.3M in revenue for fiscal year 2023.

I developed and executed the product vision and strategy for the Advanced Technologies Robotic Simulator, ensuring alignment with organisational strategic goals. I led Agile methodologies, including scrum and Kanban processes, to achieve desired product outcomes and streamline development workflows. I managed the product backlog effectively, articulating user stories and prioritising tasks in collaboration with cross-functional development teams. I enhanced product features by introducing innovative solutions, resulting in substantial improvements and cost savings. I cultivated strong partnerships with stakeholders and business users to align product development with market needs.• Achieved an 80% reduction in scanner costs through strategic vendor negotiations and product design enhancements.• Streamlined robotic pick cycle times, achieving a 13% improvement in operational efficiency.• Realized a 70% cost reduction in 3D cameras by optimising procurement and leveraging technological advancements.• Facilitated prioritisation of development team efforts, significantly increasing the business value created by the product.

I led cross-functional development teams in delivering innovative robotic solutions, achieving key performance objectives and advancing the company's strategic vision. I maintained and enhanced the "dirty tote" recognition system, ensuring consistent operational efficiency. I oversaw the successful deployment of outbound vision systems across two fulfillment centres, integrating robotic picking technology and pivotal R&D initiatives. I ensured direct and clear communication of project statuses and milestones with executive leadership.• Successfully launched the world's first robotic grocery pick and pack system, setting a new industry standard.• Scaled production to include five robots, each adept at picking over 1K items daily, significantly increasing throughput.• Halved the robotic pick cycle time to an impressive 15 seconds per item, doubling system's efficiency.

I managed agile software development teams to deliver projects within stringent deadlines and budgets. I ensured adherence to data governance policies while executing day-to-day operations and updating project documentation. I applied project management best practices to facilitate collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. I developed comprehensive project plans, monitored progress, and adjusted as necessary to meet objectives and milestones.• Raised site capacity by 12% through successful management of a big and bulky pre-picking process, enhancing site recovery from hardware failures.• Increased OSR processing throughput by 700K items per day, streamlining operations.• Reduced late deliveries by 80% by eliminating 90% of "dirty flow, " which also maximised site capacity by 15%.• Delivered a massive OSR for CFC2 on time, achieving a picking rate of 294K items per day.• Verified OSR system functionality, ensuring a consistent picking rate of 144K items per day.• Implemented an automated tote storage system, achieving annual labour cost savings of £250K.