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Irvine, CA, US

• Project Manager 2017 - CurrentAccountable for delivering VOC requirements and replacing labeling workflow software application
• Delivered a demand forecasting format providing clear and concise communication to the GL Labeling Operations Internal Customers (Business Units) on how expected demand matches available production capacity..
• Delivered a Labeling Data Collection & Workflow software application using subject matter expertise of Edwards Lifesciences labeling applications and processes; management of offshore IT development team and internal.

Irvine, California, US

• Senior Project Manager (2010-2017)Oversaw global program management of business initiatives and optimization, new product introductions, supply chain and operations projects. Appropriately applied the PMOK principles.
• Restructured three global manufacturing sites into a single location in Malaysia saving 15% of budget.- Created implementation risk matrix to guide discussions on the best project management plan- Developed a fully.
• Outsourced America’s warehouse and order fulfilment activities saving $2.5m/year.- Developed business systems integration ensuring timely processing of customer orders, invoicing and inventory management
• Consolidated international supply chain resulting in greater efficiencies and better turns (six turns vs. four turns).- Focused emphasis on maintaining continuity of supply during the transition from existing vendors.
• Restructured six global repair operations savings 10% of budget and created centers of excellence.- Optimized the use of specific areas of expertise through process reengineering
• Provided project management expertise to all new product introductions, resulting in five major hardware launches, multiple software upgrades, and three significant changes to consumables that improved.

Chicago, Illinois, US

• Accountable for plant consolidation, manufacturing optimization, and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Provided strategic plan for the company’s plant consolidation program resulting in 10% increase in asset utilization. - Identified impact and opportunities for inbound and outbound supply chain activities and.
• Reduced capital requirements by 10% through creatively using existing asset base and reengineering manufacturing processes without impacting consumer experience.

Chicago, Illinois, US

• Accountable for new product introductions, enhancement of existing products, product discontinuation activities, and cost saving initiatives.
• Delivered a balanced project portfolio supporting the strategic goals of 10% growth and 40% margins and 85% operational efficiency through effective use of resources.
• Effectively facilitated clear and timely information flow and critical path awareness within cross- functional team and senior management.
• Ensured cost effective formulations, enhancing existing products, through strong leadership of value-engineering projects.

• Business Process Director - Supply chain specialist in European organization restructure and SAP implementation
• Assessment/redesign of key supply chain business processes as an integral step in a SAP installation.
• Restructured the purchasing organization to exploit scale and ability to focus resulted in significant raw material cost savings ranging from 10-20%.

• As a Purchasing Director – Raw materials & Packaging
• 10-20% improvements in buying prices using negotiation skills and leading cost-saving initiatives.
• Improved the purchasing processes and procedures which delivered increased inventory turns and accuracy of price forecasts

• As Company Product Development Director, I accomplished:
• Facilitated project selection, prioritization and gate reviews; results – proactive management of project risks and resourced pipeline of innovation.
• Increased effectiveness of product delivery process by ensuring project plans were realistic and well integrated and establishing lessons learned process resulting in 3 launch periods a year instead of 2
• Successful launch of new concepts for health brands including proposing & implementing nutritional policy creating a new marketing platform.

• As a Contract Manufacturing Director accountable for supplier management & business development
• Improved supplier relations & communications result in development cycles reduced by 3 months.
• An efficient integrated approach to supplier management that resulted in sustainable cost savings.

Msc, Management Science / Operational Research

Bsc, Food Technology