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Chicago, Il, Us

Results-driven value-add leader with a proven track record transforming finished goods and manufacturing processes that improve product offering, operating costs and consumer experience. Utilizing data driven decision making, I have implemented successful initiatives across operations including manufacturing, engineering, R&D, supply chain and procurement. I am dedicated to achieving organizational success and excel in dynamic environments that require strategic thinking with empowered & decisive leadership.

Project lead for enterprise priority initiatives, coordinating delivery across manufacturing, supply chain, quality, R&D and sales. Collaborated on establishment of an enterprise governance model for integration into a PMO tool. Ensured alignment with organizational objectives and standards. Directed multiple enterprise priority projects, resolved workstream escalations, prioritized competing activities, and escalated critical issues to Functional Leaders and North American Leadership Team. Demonstrated strategic leadership and stakeholder management expertise.● Developed a project prioritization model, optimizing financial return on effort, contributing to enhanced decision-making and resource allocation.● Coordinated Continuous Improvement (CI), Process R&D and external vendors for execution of product and process improvement initiatives, improving quality and cost improvements.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Managed procurement P&L productivity execution and long-term forecasting for total expenditures exceeding $200M in raw materials, packaging, and indirect spend. Spearheaded resolution of escalations, prioritized conflicting workflows, and escalated unresolved issues to NA Leadership Team (NALT) and Global Procurement Leadership. Developed a comprehensive 5-year productivity strategy aimed at achieving annual savings over $175M, demonstrating expertise in strategic procurement management and financial stewardship.● Identified $100M in productivity improvements through strategic Value-Add (VA) initiatives with key suppliers utilizing product re-formulation, optimized supply strategy and implementing packaging innovation solutions.● Spearheaded an Agile-driven Design to Value (DTV) initiative, reducing Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and generating a $50M project pipeline across 3 product categories.

Glenview, Illinois

Drove implementation of manufacturing process solutions for Innovation Agile PODs and business unit projects, aimed at expediting product launches. ● Conducted assessments of both internal and external manufacturing capabilities, identifying critical technology gaps to inform the development of a small batch manufacturing strategy. ● Oversaw utilization of internal pilot plants for production of market-ready products, managing rigorous process testing and validation to support early-stage manufacturing projects, facilitating capital approval.

Glenview, Il

Led management of R&D productivity portfolio, aligning with organization’s zone savings goals. Developed a 3-year productivity strategy in collaboration with local and global procurement leaders. Managed a team of 30 professionals.● Restructured team focus, integrating Design to Value (DTV) principles and fostering consumer-centric approach to innovation and implementation.● Introduced a strategy for biannual DTV workshops, resulting in identification of $150M+ in savings opportunities.

Glenview, Illinois

Formulated and managed annual strategy with budget exceeding $10M to support platform delivery initiatives. Led a team of 14 product and process developers.● Significantly contributed to execution of product-focused Value Engineering (VE) and Operational Cost Improvement (OCI) portfolio, enhancing overall zone productivity.● Innovated VE project sensory testing protocol, streamlining qualification process, accelerating timelines 2 months.

Managed and developed team of 8 R&D process developers as part of the Meals and Desserts Business Unit. Led resourcing of R&D projects across BU. Provided processing technical support to M&D production facilities. Oversaw creation and activation of 5-year pilot plant capital strategy in partnership with other BUs across the company. Implemented a cross-functional strategy for creation and management of BU technical documentation.

Bs, Chemical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Pi Kappa Alpha Chemical Engineering

Masters Of Engineering Management, Engineering/Industrial Management