Project 1: RFP Development & Proposal Management and Procurement Strategy & Vendor IdentificationOversee the entire RFP process, including timeline management and coordination with school stakeholders.Gather and analyze specific needs for student record and attendance software, payroll software, and laptop specifications.Research and identify potential vendors for the required software and hardware, including assessing their performance and suitability.Draft a detailed and clear RFP that outlines requirements, evaluation criteria, and compliance with legal and regulatory standards.Define the procurement process, including submission guidelines, evaluation metrics, and budgetary constraints, to ensure a smooth vendor selection process.Project 2: Market ResearchResearched and analyzed market trends, consumer preferences, and industry developments to provide actionable insights into the alternative tobacco products and nicotine delivery systems.Kept track of competitors’ products, pricing strategies, and marketing tactics, and evaluate their market positions to understand competitive dynamics.Collected and analyzed data on consumer behavior and preferences through surveys, focus groups, and interviews to understand what drives purchasing decisions in this market.Stayed up-to-date with industry regulations and compliance requirements, assessing how legal changes impact market opportunities and challenges.Used data analysis to offer strategic recommendations for market entry, product development, and marketing campaigns, helping businesses stay ahead of industry trends and make informed decisions.Project 3: Market AnalystConduct in-depth research to identify potential new markets, analyze market size, trends, and customer needs, and evaluate the competitive landscape to inform market entry strategies.Establish relationships with potential retailers in new markets, and negotiate agreements to facilitate successful market entry and growth.

Developed and implemented strategy, goals, objectives, and policies to ensure the achievement of the organization’s mission and vision.Led and oversaw fundraising efforts, including cultivating, and maintaining relationships with donors and other partners.Oversaw daily operations, including budget management, personnel management, and program implementation.Developed and implemented organizational systems and processes to ensure smooth operations and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.Represented the organization in a variety of settings and served as a spokesperson for the organization.Worked collaboratively with board members, staff, volunteers, and stakeholders to ensure the organization’s success.Monitored and reported on organizational performance and provided recommendations for improvement.Ensured the organization’s compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.Developed and implemented strategies to increase the organization’s visibility and impact.Established and maintained effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Created new records of students from existing CRM software to collect data over the last five years to analyze and extract meaningful insights and trends using Ellucian and Banner systems.Identified the specific data elements required for student records, including personal information, academic performance, attendance, and disciplinary records.Implemented standardized methods for collecting student data, such as electronic forms, student information systems (SIS), and manual data entry processes.Validated incoming data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency by performing checks for missing values, outliers, and data integrity issues.Standardized data formats and conventions to facilitate uniformity and ease of analysis across different datasets.Identified and removed duplicate records within the dataset to eliminate redundancy and maintain data integrity.Developed operating procedures for handling missing data, including imputation techniques or exclusion criteria, to mitigate the impact on data analysis.Implemented procedures for correcting data errors, such as typographical errors or data entry mistakes, to maintain the accuracy of student records.Documented all steps taken during the data cleaning process, including the rationale behind decisions made, to ensure transparency and reproducibility.Provided training to staff members responsible for data collection to ensure consistency and accuracy in data entry procedures.Regularly audited data collection processes to identify and address any discrepancies or errors in student records.Utilized BI platforms such as Tableau/Power BI to develop reports, dashboards, and visualizations for decision-making purposes, enabling stakeholders to gain valuable insights into business performance.Adhered to legal and ethical guidelines, including data privacy laws such as the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), to protect the confidentiality and security of student information.

Designed and developed lesson plans and instructional materials that align with state standards and curriculum guidelines.Delivered engaging and interactive lessons that effectively communicate scientific principles and theories using Qualtrics. This includes lectures, demonstrations, experiments, and multimedia presentations.Created and administered assessments, such as quizzes, tests, and projects, to evaluate students' understanding of course material. Grading assignments and providing constructive feedback to students to help them improve.Provided academic guidance and support to students, including tutoring, mentoring, and academic advising.Communicated regularly with parents or guardians to provide updates on students' progress, discuss concerns, and collaborate on strategies to support student learning.Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and performance. Completed administrative tasks, such as lesson planning, progress reports, and grade reporting in a timely manner.

Compiled payroll data and maintained accurate payroll records by performing various duties.Managed employee time and attendance data on payroll software, ensuring accuracy and completeness.Maintained employee master payroll files on UKG, updating information as necessary.Prepared bi-weekly payroll accurately and in a timely manner, adhering to payroll processing deadlines.Calculated, balanced, and prepared quarterly tax reports, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.Calculated balances and prepared W2 forms for distribution to employees.Maintained all employee garnishment records, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.Assisted Controller, CFO, Administration, and Department Directors by providing requested payroll information and reports.

Extensive experience in Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Requirements gathering, Business Analysis, and Entity Relationship diagrams (ERD) and Process Flow diagrams.Worked with a team of criminal justice staff members and crime analysts to collate crime data into an organizational format for comparison and analysis.Analyzed crime data and victim statements from multiple sources and present information to show crime patterns and trends that may provide insights into criminal behavior.Researched multiple sources to make analytical judgments and then passed on their findings through detailed reports, presentations, and other modes of communications for public and private sector.Collection and gathering data through IPEDS and collating it in SPSS for a thorough analysis and modeling, to find and analyze trends.Prepared test Data sets and performed data testing using SQL. Also used MS excel for data mining, data cleansing, data mapping, data dictionary, and data analysis.Analyzed trends and patterns using visualization tools R and Tableau.

Assisted the leadership in developing, enhancing, and delivering campus-wide leadership and social justice initiatives.Developed and facilitated trainings and co-curricular programming that engages students in social justice learning outcomes and act as an advocate for student concerns.Engaged in open dialogues to discuss oppression, sexism, microaggressions, and other social justice issues.Managed social media accounts across all platforms including Twitter, Facebook & Instagram.Designed and developed marketing campaigns and materials such as flyers and logos for the office.Participated in campus-wide programming such as career fairs and professional development workshops.Collaborated with other campus departments and professional staff for campus-wide student activities.Met regularly with leadership and cross-functional directors to discuss the direction of the program, progress, and concerns.

Analyzed sales data and trends to identify opportunities for revenue growth and cost optimization across various Class of Trade categories, including those impacted by Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs).Developed and maintained comprehensive reports and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs), including sales volume, gross profit margins, and inventory turnover, by COT segment.Conducted in-depth analysis of customer purchasing behavior within different COT classifications, including those associated with GPO memberships, to inform pricing strategies, promotional campaigns, and product assortments.Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and finance, to develop pricing models and strategies tailored to the unique needs considering the influence of GPOs on purchasing decisions and pricing negotiations.Utilized predictive analytics to forecast sales demand and anticipate market trends within specific COT categories, including those impacted by GPO contracts.Monitored competitor pricing and market dynamics within different COT segments, including those influenced by GPO agreements, to identify competitive threats & opportunities.Evaluated the effectiveness of pricing promotions & discounts by COT classification, including those negotiated through GPO contracts.Worked closely with the retail management team to ensure accurate classification of customers and vendors based on their business activities and COT designations.Provided actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership based on analysis of COT data, including the influence of GPO memberships.Served as a subject matter expert on COT classifications and retail analytics, providing training and support to internal stakeholders as needed.Continuously monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of COT strategies.

Virtual Process Planning for Assembly (VPPA) – Involved in Process planning for Assembly line activities for the Dozers, Articulated Trucks & Large Wheel Loaders of Caterpillar Engineering Design Centre India/ East Peoria, Decatur, Aurora & Illinois Facility.To plan and prepare new assembly sequence by analyzing and referring suitable existing documentation and updating the sequence of operations from CAPP+ (Computer Aided Process Planning Plus tool) & HVC (HIGH VELOCITY CATERPILLAR).Creating Process Structure/Sub Process in VPP/A using Process Flow for the model.Analyzing and Working on Engineering Changes/ Process Changes.Identifying root causes for the defects occurring and suggesting improvements.Preparing & monitoring the Project Schedule, weekly, monthly progress status, highlighting achievements, problems, holdups, and areas of concern & suggesting Catch Up plans.Audit of the engines are widely conducted before the production with the help of JT-Files (Jupitery Technology) with the support of TEAMCENTER VISMOCKUP 2.0.Virtual Validation on all components of a Model before real-time assembly on shop floor through Teamcenter Vis-Mockup 8.3 and looking to identify & resolve the following Issues.