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United States

Responsible for the management of software test engineers responsible for root cause prototype development.· Develop and implement key metrics reporting and KPIs. Participated and led meetings with internal and external stakeholders to aid in data-driven agency strategies and processes; lead external partners in data collaborations as well as internal groups on a project-by-project basis.· Standardized all items to read the same bin inventory control processes creating strict accountability for purchase orders using Data Modeling Tools and various other Business Intelligence tools like Tableau, MS Visio, Lucid Chart, UML, SSRS, SSIS, SSAS, My SQL, etc.· Built a warehouse space demand vs storage capacity model in Power-BI to calculate space requirements and evaluate multiple segmentation scenarios.· Successfully deployed Oracle ERP custom report repository to develop queries for Supply Chain planning accommodating the needs for provided input on deadlines and resolve supply gap issues.

Supply Chain Analyst with experience in data modeling, systems implementation, systems validation, data analysis, data mapping, and business process analysis and development.· Achieved 70% use rate, increasing company revenue by over $6m.· Designed and implemented relational data model for end user client implementation which improved data management and control of Real-Time ordering resulting in a 50% increase in ordering productivity.· Supplied expertise in Sourcing, Subcontracts Management and Procurement functionality for assigned projects. (IBM, Apple, Google, Oracle, Meta)· Proactive leadership with the clients to identify root cause analysis where procurement files / systems were not compliant to organizational processes, scope and SOW.· Tailored client Power-BI metric reports for Salesforce portal page and manage access of reports and data for individual users. Provided continued maintenance and development of SQL queries using common table expressions, tables.

Supply Chain Analyst with experience in data modeling, systems implementation, systems validation, data analysis, data mapping, and business process analysis and development.· Achieved 70% use rate, increasing company revenue by over $6m.· Designed and implemented relational data model for end user client implementation which improved data management and control of Real-Time ordering resulting in a 50% increase in ordering productivity.· Supplied expertise in Sourcing, Subcontracts Management and Procurement functionality for assigned projects. (IBM, Apple, Google, Oracle, Meta)· Proactive leadership with the clients to identify root cause analysis where procurement files / systems were not compliant to organizational processes, scope and SOW.· Tailored client Power-BI metric reports for Salesforce portal page and manage access of reports and data for individual users. Provided continued maintenance and development of SQL queries using common table expressions, tables.

United States

Led the development and implementation of innovative programs, strategies, to build lasting and profit strong relationships with key industry leaders by creating ongoing value for both sides and ensuring enhancement of company visibility and profits while strengthening core market share.· Oversee and create data reports, data visualizations, and other briefing materials to effectively convey findings and recommendations to intended stakeholders; supply consultation and analytic knowledge on making data-driven agency policies and strategies.· Provide hands-on leadership, direction, and contributions to the growth of intellectual capital and to the development of other consultants.· Leverage advanced analytics including mathematical modeling to help provide insights and recommended actions to help our clients optimize their supply chain specializing in ERP integrated management.· Championed new business opportunities by generating new income streams from identifying opportunities for growth in new markets; key Management leader during exceptional segment growth resulting in cycle budget of $4.4M including revenue and expense.· Nurtured C-Level relationships through many varied engagements, successfully implementing solutions, quickly resolving issues, and closing new business opportunities.· Prescribed solutions that provided sustained ROI while instituting a longer transformational strategy for maximum business value, service optimization, and system flexibility; ensured client success and proved trusted advisor status with business and Executive stakeholders.

Operate as a data analytics subject matter expert bridging the gap with internal stakeholders and external clients providing new innovative solutions that can helped navigate complex new tools to increase the ROI on business decisions.· Discuss and elaborate requirements with (7) end users, (22) vendors, and client stakeholders. Facilitate and lead workshops to expand requirements and provide solutions.· Analyze business requirements and develop solutions to meet business needs, focusing on improvements.· Be involved in the full project lifecycle and have the central role of liaising with people and teams across the wider organization, as well as Product Owners, Architects, and Developers within the Integration team.

Developed and kept processes and Power-BI reporting to manage engineering change activities to meet business and regulatory requirements. Authorized commitment of resources by obtaining approvals from leadership.· Analyzed spend data across various categories leading to a 28% increase in specific spend profiles for various goals including tracking actuals vs. budgets and mapping historical spend characteristics to project future requirements.· Managed a cross-functional team of Procurement Agents, Material Analyst, and Industrial Engineers that planned and executed make-buy processes increasing Supplier Management & Procurement RFIs and RFPs to engage key suppliers in the market.

Responsible for entering negotiations with suppliers and trade partners by reviewing terms and conditions, establishing pricing, contract formulation, and any supplier management conditions affecting the division.· 60% - Perform KPI budgeting, forecasting, forward pricing estimates and performance measurement.· 30% - Review and analyze status/progress and prepare variance analysis reports apprising management of trends and anomalies which affect performance.· 10% - Evaluate, prioritize, and categorize data in various forms and formats using proper principles, practices and procedures.

Supplier Management (SM) Best Practice focal for Records and Information Management (RIM) and Terms and Conditions (Ts & Cs) focal informing and supporting department with current, future and processing suggested revisions for commercial aerospace functions.· Team leader for 12 buyers, responsible for $70 million in purchases of production materials for global sourcing.· Prepare purchase orders by verifying specifications and price information.· Integrates program, customer, product and in-service strategies into source selection, negotiation, and contracting strategies. Managed supply and demand, schedules, supplier quality, delivery, and financial performance.

Selected to manage and drive financial performance totaling 14M with less than a 3% variance. Developed and analyzed end-to-end financial plans to find and act on business expansion opportunities.· Spearheaded a special financial analysis project, evaluating the viability of establishing new high value trade operations.· Served as a technical subject matter expert related to the portfolio, such as the regulatory framework surrounding hedge funds, margin borrowing, and leverage.

· Developed effective proprietary algorithm for rapid analysis of investment diversification that included 19% gain while proactively finding cost saving alternatives and opportunities and analyze proprietary trader strategies.· Portfolio management: developing a forward-looking view of the portfolio and the industry covered, understanding the credit process, policies and staying on top of credits, anticipating developments, and reacting to news, escalating credit concerns/updates to senior risk and business managers and proposing risk mitigation action to be taken.· Provide guidance, instruction, and direction to compliance analysts locally and globally for the purpose of implementing and supporting effective and efficient controls to support the efforts of Portfolio / Trading to comply with regulatory requirements, client mandates and internal controls.

Project Management

Business Administration And Management, Supply Chain

Bachelor, Supply Chain Management

Bachelor, Program Management (Pgmp)

Bachelor, Ccna/Mcse

Certificate, Network And System Administration/Administrator - Mcse / Ccna / A+