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Minnetonka, Mn, Us

Minnetonka, Mn, Us

Abbott Park, Illinois, Us

• Engineered an R script to transform and consolidate 60,000 rows of Windchill system data, merging multiple discrete fields into a single combined attribute. This automation enhanced system scalability, improved data consistency, and saved several days of manual data entry.• Designed and deployed an R Shiny dashboard application to analyze shipment volumes and system utilization, integrating data from multiple sources and automating complex data preparation for large datasets. The tool provided actionable insights, streamlined reporting, and enhanced capacity planning across key distribution centers.• Analyzed millions of rows of summarized patient test and foot traffic data using R, writing over 5,000 lines of code to create detailed visualizations. Delivered actionable insights that shaped new product development strategies and identified trends such as increased urgent care visits and telehealth adoption.• Automated quarterly KPI reporting for the labeling department using R, reducing reporting time from several days of manual effort to just a few hours. Developed dynamic data visualizations for thousands of tasks across Quality, Time, and Efficiency metrics, empowering the team to track progress on reducing quality issues, accelerating task completion, and improving process efficiency.• Led skill development initiatives and facilitated onboarding for 5+ new team members (project managers, and junior analysts), providing comprehensive training on data systems and processes. Improving team efficiency and capabilities by standardizing onboarding practices and fostering collaboration.

Abbott Park, Illinois, Us

• Streamlined project deliverables by automating the creation of project scoping files using R, reducing manual effort by an estimated 50% and accelerating project timelines. Enhanced accuracy and consistency in deliverables, supporting critical business operations.• Developed an R script to automate the transformation of Windchill CSV files into SAP-comparable data frames, streamlining the processing of over 100 tasks per quarter. Eliminated hours of manual effort per file by automating data formatting and enabling seamless joins across all columns, significantly improving accuracy and efficiency.• Managed projects for addendum labeling implementation, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements across multiple geographies. Enabled uninterrupted business operations by delivering accurate and timely labeling solutions tailored to diverse regional standards.• Assessed the impact of change activities on Universal Addendum Labeling projects, leveraging R programming to deliver ad-hoc analyses with speed and precision. Enabled informed decision-making by providing actionable insights into project changes.

Abbott Park, Illinois, Us

▪ Analyzed requirements and managed data to implement labeling solutions that ensure project success. Delivered accurate and compliant labeling, meeting critical business and regulatory needs across multiple projects. ▪ Conducted in-depth analysis and peer reviews for the Swiss Exit project, ensuring Windchill data alignment with implementation requirements. Provided expert guidance on change orders, driving accurate and compliant execution of critical labeling changes.

Deerfield, Il, Us

SHIFT LEAD | WALGREENS EDINA | 2015-2020• Returned to college, reduced hours, and management responsibilities from Assistant Manager.▪ Document the daily requirements and projects needed for operating the business ▪ Organized and prioritized the projects, as well as assigned tasks to team members ▪ Helped implement a new warehouse receiving method that reduced labor time by fifty percent ▪ Analyzed photo sale trends to calculate target inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies ▪ Problem solved multiple competing priorities while ensuring team members projects are completed ▪ Reported progress to upper management on KPI targets at quarterly pulse meetings ▪ Reviewed sales reports to ensure promotional merchandising space was utilized efficiently ▪ Created schedules based on store need and customer volume, to ensure efficient use of labor hours ▪ In charge of all financial aspects of the store, including resolving accounting discrepancies, reviewing operating statements, processing vendor payments, and verifying proper cash handling.• Responsible for inventory controls such as daily audits, price changes, and loss prevention.• Utilized shrink reports to identify products and departments in need of theft protection measures.•Report progress to upper management on the yearly KPI targets at quarterly store level pulse meetingsASSISTANT MANAGER | WALGREENS (MULTIPLE LOCATIONS) | 2013-2015• Promoted after completing formal management development training with 892/1000 possible points.• Developed daily task lists for every department to ensure that the day to day operations was completed.• Hired and trained over a dozen employees to fill customer service and pharmacy technician positions.MANAGER IN TRAINING | WALGREENS EDINA | 2O10-2013• Promoted after showing a strong work ethic and leadership skills.• Support all departments with knowledge of best practices when business fluctuations required including photo, cosmetics, and the pharmacy.

Minneapolis And St. Paul, Minnesota, Us

• Partnered with the Applied Economics department at the University of MN to assist with course administration. • Exceeded expectations and was asked by two professors to bring expertise to future students.• Graded homework, papers, and exams in the Microeconomics of Int'l Development and the Applied Macroeconomics courses.• Developed time-management skills by completing grading assignments while balancing a full course load.• Corresponded with students to assist in their learning of course material.

Master Of Science - Ms, Applied Economics

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Applied Economics

Associate Of Arts - Aa, Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities