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Austin, Texas, United States

As the Vice President for Operations, I maximize operational efficiency by leading multiple facilities and departments, such as safety, marketing, payroll, and sales. I meet the company's objectives by developing facility budgets and coordinating data analytics, including company forecasts, resulting in reduced variances and optimized facility performance. Through collaborative governance, I work with the executive leadership to establish and achieve company goals while overseeing… Show more As the Vice President for Operations, I maximize operational efficiency by leading multiple facilities and departments, such as safety, marketing, payroll, and sales. I meet the company's objectives by developing facility budgets and coordinating data analytics, including company forecasts, resulting in reduced variances and optimized facility performance. Through collaborative governance, I work with the executive leadership to establish and achieve company goals while overseeing operations projects and systems and mentoring team members. I also reinforce operations-related policies and growth strategies to secure an effective, safe, and seamless project execution. Show less

Houston, Texas, United States

I leveraged the company's competitive advantage and profitability by securing operational efficiency across the safety, manufacturing, inventory, quality control, shipping/receiving, purchasing, payroll, and accounts payable/receivable operations. During my leadership, I boosted employee productivity and minimized costs without compromising the delivery of high-quality solutions, products, and services responsive to consumers' needs. I also led the product lifecycles while responding to… Show more I leveraged the company's competitive advantage and profitability by securing operational efficiency across the safety, manufacturing, inventory, quality control, shipping/receiving, purchasing, payroll, and accounts payable/receivable operations. During my leadership, I boosted employee productivity and minimized costs without compromising the delivery of high-quality solutions, products, and services responsive to consumers' needs. I also led the product lifecycles while responding to budgetary concerns, client feedback, and operational issues with the cross-functional team. Furthermore, I expedited the operations by identifying issues and formulating and implementing corrective actions. Show less

Houston, Texas, United States

At REALM Real Estate Professionals, I initiated process improvement by organizing a previous system and implementing procedures to maintain structured accounting. I advanced informed decisions by reflecting the business's current financial status through accurate monthly financial reports and account reconciliation for 5 locations. I improved the accounting systems and procedures by establishing proper accounting methods, policies, and principles in collecting, analyzing, and reporting data to… Show more At REALM Real Estate Professionals, I initiated process improvement by organizing a previous system and implementing procedures to maintain structured accounting. I advanced informed decisions by reflecting the business's current financial status through accurate monthly financial reports and account reconciliation for 5 locations. I improved the accounting systems and procedures by establishing proper accounting methods, policies, and principles in collecting, analyzing, and reporting data to meet the financial accounting objectives. Show less

Houston, Texas, United States

Working as a Mathematics Teacher, I developed the students' quantitative skills by leveraging theoretical and applied mathematical concepts through lesson plans. I served as the Level Leader for Advanced Quantitative Reasoning while teaching Geometry to 200+ students. I secured the student-participants' peak performance during the Academic Decathlon by serving as the team coach focused on enhancing knowledge and strengthening teamwork.

Houston, Texas, United States

I directed the safety, manufacturing, assembly, testing, inventory, quality control, supply chain management, and shipping/receiving operations during my tenure at DTL Technologies through multi-tasking and prioritization skills. I implemented a unified approach to operations in managing a team of direct reports, including the Shift Manufacturing Supervisor, Night Shift Manufacturing Supervisor, Production Lead, Purchasing Manager, Warehouse Supervisor, and Quality Manager. I improved… Show more I directed the safety, manufacturing, assembly, testing, inventory, quality control, supply chain management, and shipping/receiving operations during my tenure at DTL Technologies through multi-tasking and prioritization skills. I implemented a unified approach to operations in managing a team of direct reports, including the Shift Manufacturing Supervisor, Night Shift Manufacturing Supervisor, Production Lead, Purchasing Manager, Warehouse Supervisor, and Quality Manager. I improved efficiency and productivity by implementing key LEAN processes, resulting in an enhanced vendor on-time delivery from 72% to over 96% and reduced vendor quality non-conformance rate from 9% to >2%. I increased inventory accuracy from 91% to 99%. I also performed variance analysis and managed the company budget and quarterly forecasts while preparing reports for the General Manager. Furthermore, I expanded the quality supplier options by 200% and eliminated non-conforming suppliers, improving the quality of goods delivered. Show less

Houston, Texas, United States

At National Oilwell Varco, I strategically managed and delivered product planning for 20+ product lines worldwide, including pricing, distribution, and promotion. I reported directly to the VP of Operations and controlled processes and inventories for $100M+ operations, conducting extensive on-site visits at 40+ global locations with 300-2K+ manufacturing personnel producing 15K to 700K+ units annually. With my diligent forecasting of future trends and effective management of manufacturing… Show more At National Oilwell Varco, I strategically managed and delivered product planning for 20+ product lines worldwide, including pricing, distribution, and promotion. I reported directly to the VP of Operations and controlled processes and inventories for $100M+ operations, conducting extensive on-site visits at 40+ global locations with 300-2K+ manufacturing personnel producing 15K to 700K+ units annually. With my diligent forecasting of future trends and effective management of manufacturing processes, I innovated a Forecasting and MRP system to maximize revenue and maintain record-low inventory. I also collated crucial manufacturing data to a common database by migrating manufacturing facilities to the same ERP system. Show less

Houston, Texas, United States

Working as the Production Manager, I led a moderate assembly, low to medium volume, high-mix manufacturing facility with 25+ employees producing 15K units. I implemented targeted LEAN manufacturing changes, including the Kanban system, to improve department efficiency, amplify productivity, and reduce waste, resulting in a +10% production efficiency increase. I also improved cash flow by lessening inventory by +50% to reduce operating costs while consistently fostering customer satisfaction. I… Show more Working as the Production Manager, I led a moderate assembly, low to medium volume, high-mix manufacturing facility with 25+ employees producing 15K units. I implemented targeted LEAN manufacturing changes, including the Kanban system, to improve department efficiency, amplify productivity, and reduce waste, resulting in a +10% production efficiency increase. I also improved cash flow by lessening inventory by +50% to reduce operating costs while consistently fostering customer satisfaction. I systematized the workflow by leading the Planning, Inventory, Assembly, and Testing departments, supporting the annual operating plan, and reporting to the Plant Operations Manager. I advanced organizational improvements in inventory management, improving inventory accuracy from 90% to +94%. In addition, I upheld prompt delivery time by maintaining a>30-day turn-around on all product lines from sales orders through shipment. Show less

Houston, Texas, United States

Being the Quality Assurance Manager for National Oilwell Varco, I expedited the achievement of ISO 9001 certification from the 2-year goal to 6 months by establishing an ISO program. I streamlined information processing by organizing QA information flow and procedures for all incoming materials, ensuring swift and purposive coordination throughout the entire operations. I also promoted continuous improvement by implementing LEAN methodologies to drive operational efficiencies.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Finance

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Mathematics, Actuarial Science