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Houston, TX, US

Katy, Texas, US

• Led the successful completion of a $3.5 million expansion project for two business units, boosting operational capacity and aligning infrastructure with growth goals. Managed project execution, resource allocation, and.
• Implemented a global corporate travel management solution that streamlined processes, improved cost control, enhanced traveler experience, and ensured policy compliance.
• Aligned purchasing strategies with sustainable procurement practices, optimizing supplier qualification to meet environmental standards without compromising quality or cost.
• Established a company-wide spend and expense management platform, providing real-time visibility and control over spending, improving financial governance across all locations.
• Strengthened supplier relationships through lifecycle management strategies, fostering collaboration and ensuring timely asset delivery to key stakeholders.
• Developed spend and savings trackers for key business categories, aligning with organizational goals to drive cost efficiency and enhance data-driven decision-making.

Sugar Land, TX, US

• Spearheaded a comprehensive project that transformed the billing process for imports, yielding an impressive $900K in annual savings under various customs regimes.
• Managed production unit for 100+ products, generating $25MM annually from 15 offerings.
• Achieved monthly savings exceeding $5K by renegotiating lease rates on ISO containers.
• Drove a local blend initiative, cutting production costs by 42% and boosting profitability.
• Oversaw 10 Superintendents and Operators to ensure seamless, efficient operations.
• Maintained an impeccable safety record with no incidents or injuries during operations.

Sugar Land, TX, US

• Coordinated the $4.7M construction of an administration building and Blending Plant in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, significantly enhancing operational capacity and efficiency.
• Designed a $500,000 warehouse expansion in Luba, Equatorial Guinea, optimizing storage.
• Managed a team of 4 Plant Managers and 40+ operations staff across chemical facilities in Equatorial Guinea and Nigeria, ensuring seamless operations in safety, manufacturing,
• Spearheaded innovative hiring initiatives and oversaw comprehensive training programs, enforcing operations policies, elevating workforce performance, and fostering team cohesion.
• Implemented an asset tracking system for West Africa to monitor tank movements efficiently.

Sugar Land, TX, US

• Achieved 100% customer satisfaction by fulfilling orders during a key period.
• Assisted the Angolan team in recovering from a fire that damaged 40% of their inventory.
• Delivered end-to-end supply chain projects for West Africa operations, including numerous initiatives at the Angola and Nigeria locations.
• Identified defects via gap analysis, prompting a review of plant operations for various process improvements that drove efficiency, eliminated bottlenecks, and minimized risk.
• Negotiated favorable terms with local teams to secure a prime site for a new office and plant.

Sugar Land, TX, US

• Led and managed high-impact projects involving warehouse management, inventory control, and fleet optimization to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
• Directed a $3.5M onboard computer replacement initiative for over 300 trucks in Nalco's private fleet, focusing on fleet management, route optimization, and improvements to billing and invoicing processes.
• Developed and implemented a formalized process for warehouse initiation, encompassing the business case, planning, construction, and day-to-day operational phases.
• Collaborated with external vendors and internal consultants to design and construct new warehouses, tank farms, and containment basins.
• Partnered with external consultants to establish a comprehensive tracking system for environmental and regulatory permits across all North American warehouses.Managed Energy Service’s Container Management Group.

Sugar Land, TX, US

Logistics Analyst, Supply Chain (2005-2009)Technical Project Specialist, Information Technology (2000-2004)Research Specialist, Corporate Marketing (1998-1999)Product Specialist, Corporate Marketing (1994–1997)Lead Operator, Information Technology (1990–1993)

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Marketing

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Computer Science, Business

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Computer Science

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Computer Science