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0-5 years of experience
Identified growth opportunities and developed business cases. Collaborated with business, IT and vendor partners to create and implemented and managed the PMO governance. Secured IT capital funding and resources for timely project execution. Managed executive steering committee meetings for complex problem solving and portfolio of 40+ projects
- Co-led the business process optimization, requirements, data acquisition and change management to deploy the big data enabled personalized automated campaign tool that is estimated to support the generation of $400M in promo sales by 2018
- Facilitated requirement gathering sessions for digital app adoptions program (in/out of store notifications, paperless coupons and data capture) to support the retail loyalty and digital adoption strategy
- Led the implementation of the Teradata marketing operations tool to streamline the graphic design/creative development, review and approval process
- Created use case, requirements and conducted executive workshops for the digital receipt project to drive the digital web and app adoption and to generate $27M in sales
- Improved the project delivery SLA by 127% in 2015 and increased the portfolio capital budget from $12M in 2015 to $40M in 2016
0-5 years of experience
Increased the innovation pipeline from $250 million to $626 million in two years through facilitation of ideation workshops and intellectual property applications.
- Created online viral marketing campaigns for new energy efficient washing machines that increased awareness and draw by 14% to retail website in 2006.
- Started a new online business model selling discontinued and obsolete major appliances direct to consumers through eBay.
- Reduced obsolete inventory levels by 10% and delivered 12% improvement in margins over traditional channels.
- Facilitated Innovation workshops with trade partners that generated new purchase experience concepts for their retail appliance sales floors.
- Improved trade partner relations that led to higher balance of sales and increased unit sales by over 5% in six months.
10+ years of experience
Responsible for vetting innovative product and process initiatives, championing these initiatives through the new product initiation process, and ultimately delivering these initiatives to the marketplace.
- Partnered with Jack Dorsey, co-founder of Twitter, to develop pilot for Square; an industry leading technology that allows credit card payments to be submitted via the user’s smart phone.
- Integrated Paymentech, Chase’s merchant services arm, with the Retail Bank to create a more seamless customer experience. Increased referral volume by 35%.
- Worked with two (2) outside venders, Chase on-line team, and various other systems to develop a process allowing customers to customize debit and credit cards with uploaded pictures / logos.
- Developed CRM platform and worked with C-level management to deliver sales strategies.
0-5 years of experience
Reporting to the Director of Product Engineering, served as the Lean Implementation Leader to collaborate with Business Unit Engineering Lean Implementation Leaders to implement best practices.
- Consolidated Engineering sites in SE Michigan from six sites to one for a savings of $2M/year.
- Improved common Software process to optimize reuse for projected efficiency improvements of 10% in 2009 and 25% improvement by 2011.
- Designed and taught course on Lean Principles
0-5 years of experience
Led the Implementation of cost effective technologies to assist AZ in pharmaceuticals. Reduced coast by integrating the North American phone system. Led the effort to streamline the AZ footprint in Europe, mostly England and Sweden, and Japan
- Team lead- agile program portfolio of initiatives to evaluate pharmaceutical efficacy, safety, cost, and production alignment. Orchestrated the implementation of software as a service – SaaS- efforts.
- Led program to evaluate secure data appliances for use across business partners
- Orchestrated SOA/ SaaS architecture initiatives in the US
- Consolidated 19 SAP implementations into a more focused smaller configuration which preserved all data for legal hold
- Vendor relationship manager for technical vendors – email, voicemail, data.
- Planned & executed the integration of Medimmune into AZ.
0-5 years of experience
Led development of 5 and Airwaves innovation strategies for the European region
- Developed and managed product innovation activities including 5 year new product pipelines and existing portfolio renovations
- Designed and led multiple cross-functional workshops translating brand strategies, consumer insights, trends and competitive landscape into product ideas
- Led cross-functional technical teams in executing product and packaging innovation and re-novation projects for 5, Airwaves and Hubba Bubba brands
- Spearheaded an integrated approach to innovation, linked to all aspects of brand building, including media channels, communication content, product, package and point of sale design as well as financial goals
- Conceived, designed and executed an internal crowd sourcing platform and piloted a first idea generation challenge across Wrigley North America including design of web based application, metrics and rewards, internal PR and marketing campaign
- Currently leading re-design of Airwaves regional social media strategy
0-5 years of experience
Spearhead the efforts to research, fund, and launch a new business segment that grew profits by 10%.
- Implemented a cloud-based, just-in-time inventory system that allowed us to halve inventory carrying value, double turnover rate, and decrease overall materials cost by 6.5% per year.
- Created an automated order entry process that produced order tickets 50% faster.
- Interviewed clients, vendors, and internal team members to identify strategic improvement areas.
- Crafted proposals for strategic solutions that included resource requirements, implementation plans, timelines, training requirements, monitoring plans, risk analyses, and financial and operational projections.
- Held progress meetings with implementation task groups to ensure timelines and budgets were being met.
- Trained all departments monthly to ensure that processes were being carried out in a standardized fashion.
- Managed the Pricing and Procurement Analyst.
0-5 years of experience
Fast-track promotion through a series of increasingly responsible leadership positions owing to strong technical performance. Promoted and empowered by the CIO to drive adoption on new technologies, processes, and culture. Pilot numerous cloud applications and VDI solutions to determine enterprise viability. Hire, train, and motivate 6 Technologist direct reports and lead cross-functional teams across a diverse range of projects. Report to CIO and administer a $1.2M annual R&D budget. Utilize effective relationship management to foster relationships with various business units.
- Delivered the company’s first agnostic mobile learning platform (2011).
- Created Innovation Storm, an open innovation program that captures the ideas of 11K employees to prioritize future projects in a fun and competitive manner.
- Developed [company name] BUZZ, an internal social business platform that utilizes open-source technologies and targeted off-shore development to deliver solutions for less than maintenance costs of other socio-collaborative enterprise platforms.
- Provided creative direction for [company name] 3D, an immense 3D platform that allows remote training and collaboration for clinical staff; led to $1.2M in projected cost savings in annual travel expenses.
- Orchestrated delivery of [company name] PatientView, the industry’s first online patient portal that leverages Microsoft HealthVault, and aims to increase engagement and retention of participants in clinical trials.
- Led the clinical research iPad/Tablet pilot program that included a custom monitoring application that integrates with various internal systems for Clinical Research Associates and doctors at the Austin, TX clinical lab.
- Presented with the CEO Excellence Award, a global recognition that is awarded annually to only 10 out of 11K employees.
- Instrumental in organization’s acquisition of [company name].com through the World Intellectual Property Organization.
0-5 years of experience
Internship, technology development in environmentally sustainable solutions
- Negotiated w/ distributors to setup USA sales channels with > 30 sales representatives.
- Led projects for commercializing innovative designs & created new market derivatives.
- Established pricing through competitive analysis, achieving greater than 53% profit margin.
- Defined cost of materials, assembly, installation and service for national markets.
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for the leadership of brand innovation strategy and a $15MM sub-brand business, Starburst Chew Pops.
- Influenced management to extend brand into an adjacent category; led cross functional team to develop Starburst Gummiburst (launched 2007). Wrote and refined concepts; concept scored in BASES’ top quartile.
- Staburst Gummiburst generated $35MM in incremental revenue in the first year of launch.
- Improved Starburst Chew Pops profitability by reducing cost of goods and by rationalizing underperforming and unprofitable items.
0-5 years of experience
- Guided the full implementation of e-Commerce in the region for 3000+ customers and $3B in sales
- Implemented Shopper Base Design Solution across 7 categories and over 85% of region NOS
- Designed 30+ in-store trade marketing activities yearly with +85% positive ROI’s using a budget of $60M/yr.
- Established a new in-store KPI’s tracking system to evaluate sales force visibility results across distributors
- Created 200+ promotional activities for the top 100 indirect customers, accountable for $1.8B sales yearly
- Trained 75+ sales force employees (direct and indirect) per year across the regions and markets
0-5 years of experience
“In this role, I managed a lean team of three Developers, two QA and three administrators that developed solutions and supported over 2,500 internal and external Salesforce.com users in four different countries.”
- Implemented computerized-telephony integration with Salesforce.com
- Gathered business requirements and forged a roadmap utilizing the Agile Methodology
- Leveraged external partnerships with Technology vendors to provide Casino Sales Teams with optimal User Experiences, Mobile Capabilities when accessing Salesforce.com data
- Developed a special events calendar which displayed and organized events for nearly 40 properties across the country, increasing cross property sales
0-5 years of experience
Joined newly upgraded team to increase sales from a $500MM to $4B division. Responsible for leading innovation pipeline, launching multimillion brands and overseeing the full life-cycle product development, from concept generation to in market activation
- 2002 Recipient of [company name] Chairman’s Award by launching two new innovations accounting for 25% total share gain.
- Grew sales volume %40+ by developing exclusive products and developing national rollout strategy for 7-Eleven which included account specific programming through TV/radio advertising, promotions, pricing and point of sale.
- Increased $15MM profit by consolidating the juice brand portfolio from 30SKUs to 12 SKUs.
- Managed Procter & Gamble/Cadbury Schweppes $7MM relationship through contractual licensing and royalties.
0-5 years of experience
Led cross functional team in the successful development and launch of new innovative furniture products.
- Developed a structured process for Innovation evaluation and project development
- Implemented launch strategies to improve Product Marketing of new product introductions including
- Led multi-product Consumer Research project that resulted in improved design concepts
- Managed La-Z-Boy Brand Licensing partners to ensure positive brand impressions. Initiated analysis and effort to expand licensing to include transportation seating.
0-5 years of experience
Designed global marcom strategy and project managed all initiatives in alignment with marketing and business goals.
- Standardized global and regional processes to optimize resources, reduce production cycle times, and cut costs from $26M to $12M.
- Developed and deployed marketing automation and dynamic functionality globally.
- Increased global adoption and productivity of marketing tools by consolidating 3 regional production instances into one global tool and redesigned the technology to be customizable, intuitive, self-service, and transparent.
- Managed business needs and requirements for 4,500+ Dell, agency, and vendor marketing toolset users to align and prioritize goals, resources, and investment.
- Project managed and launched global planning tool, real-time image library, creative showcase, DAM redesign, partner portal enhancements, marketing vehicle optimization, etc. to deliver lower costs, faster material time to market, and optimization of marketing materials.
- Provided expertise in leading production RFI, planning tool RFP, and core contributor on email and DCO RFPs in choosing the best vendor for partner collaboration and efficiency.
- Built excellent cross-functional relationships with production agencies, development teams, partner agencies, and vendors that fostered trust, transparency, innovation, and collaboration.
0-5 years of experience
Managed organic and client led product innovation development and commercialization for the beverage market around the globe through this expanded business development role with strong emphasis on project management.
- Consistently led >$20 million annual sales growth in global business development through product innovation with a clear understanding of market dynamics, brand strategy, market trials, retail distribution and full commercialization.
- Developed and managed a product innovation portfolio greater than $100 million within a matrix organization focused on unique packaging based on consumer insights and corporate strategy.
- Managed the development and commercialization of a new glass bottle package for a major global beer
- Established an enhanced speed to market packaging innovation process for the global beverage business unit based on strong project management skills and processes.
- Communicated through all methods including project charter development, project documentation, change management and various project management essentials for success.
- Developed value propositions and ROI projections for single and multi-year innovation projects.
6-10 years of experience
Drove significant sales volume by developing, testing, and launching a pipeline of new product, value, and service concepts.
- Led optimization of concept positioning, pricing, formulation, and communication plan.
- Created strategic innovation platforms based on unmet consumer needs.
- Guided advertising, design, public relations, and promotions agencies in the development of marketing materials.
- Measured performance and optimized initiatives for national launch.
0-5 years of experience
Lead the packaging engineering function: managing a staff of 10 through the development and implementation of all packaging initiatives serving professional and consumer markets with OTC and cosmetic products.
- R&D leadership role in the Stage Gate new product development and portfolio management process.
- Hired and developed engineering talent necessary to drive technical competencies consistent with business objectives and technology platforms.
- Created $1.3MM cost savings by leading efforts to develop and source components directly from China.
- Re-organized department emphasizing innovation and efficient change management resulting in +30% improvement in on time project completion KPIs as well as 5 patent disclosures.
- Worked in concert with QA to overcome FDA issues regarding packaging changes for products with drug claims.
6-10 years of experience
Technology leader charged with implementing new technologies to resolve business challenges.
- Partnered with Corporate Technology for inaugural GE Power Systems Internet launch.
- Generated significant cost savings by replacing the manuals on optical storage and uploading Turbine Service manuals on Intranet site to provide real time repair and up to the minute best practices.
- $350K savings realized through development of distributed client server solution replaced costly AS400/VM client reporting system.
- Instrumental in the consolidation and migration of Hewlett Packard and Honeywell mainframe applications for spare and renewals parts ordering to IBM mainframe COSDOM application.
- Project Lead for Business Link application that provided Client Service leads with a view to external customer orders in all the GE business units.
0-5 years of experience
Conducted training needs analysis; created and executed training curriculum for 300 Operations staff – Leadership, Management, Communication, On-boarding program
- Designed and facilitated trainings – leadership, on-boarding program, performance evaluation, career development, persuasion
- Managed a team of 3 to roll out initiatives
- Partnered with Management, internal Subject Matter Experts, Vendors, and Human Resources, to support the execution of all staff initiatives (e.g. Employee Recognition Initiatives, Town Halls)
- Measured and assessed the impact of learning initiatives; continuously implemented enhancements to ensure quality
- Served as Champion of Innovation; raised profile and culture of continuous improvement; enhance policies/procedures, boost morale, save time & money, eliminate reports/workflows, conserve the environment, improve collaboration and teamwork
- Seized and led strategic continuous improvement opportunities on organization, department and team level
- Led Operations Performance Management; managed and enhanced Balanced Scorecard process
- Created and executed motivational initiatives to continuously increase Employee Engagement Score
0-5 years of experience
Managed, tracked and analyzed packaging budget spend to report to Director and VP Packaging to make budgetary decisions
- [company name], which included purchase requisition entry into SAP and purchase order creation
- Sought and provided innovative/creative packaging solutions through trade research, industry conferences and supplier presentations
- Effectively managed and maintained productive supplier relationships
- Worked with structure/engineering team to develop unique innovation offerings in package structure to meet the needs of the business, such as AW Vintage Bottle, 21oz Football Bottle and Basketball Bottle; tracked production progress through pre-press and printers
0-5 years of experience
Used strong analytical and leadership skills to oversee and lead assembly team.
- Managed and executed domestic and international distribution.
- Efficiently kept track of inventory.
- Ensured satisfaction upon delivery.
0-5 years of experience
Managed development and commercialization of $30M 2 liter Contour and 50 oz twin pack programs for North America, resulting in 12% volume lift in lead markets.
- Managed coordination of bottlers introducing new products nationally.
- Managed the coordination and development of next generation initiatives focused on expanding the current business.
- Directed the design, development and rollout of premiere 20 oz. package (Grip Bottle) for Brand Coke.
- Reviewed and stewarded communications to executives regarding new programs and initiatives.
0-5 years of experience
Introduced a new professional hair care brand from concept to launch. Oversaw innovations, trends and launch process for Procter & Gamble hair division.
- Collaborated with Procter & Gamble Market Research to design product mix, pricing, consumer profile, marketing strategy and promotions, resulting in launching a new volumizing hair care technology across all Procter & Gamble brands across the globe.
- Was the expert for the Procter & Gamble Professional Hair Care launch process, optimizing packaging sourcing process that resulted in a 25% cost reduction.
- Lead cross-functional development team between the USA, Germany and Switzerland.
- Organized and presented market innovations and new trends to Senior Management.
0-5 years of experience
- Responsible for the implementation of a system of corporate guidelines from Korean headquarters affecting all departments and functions within the company. Maintained library of over 600 technical documents.
- This project was vital for the subsidiary’s credibility by headquarters, and laid the foundation for business practices in subsequent years.
- Administered Business Intelligence system with 200 process owners, setting up customized reporting tools for each one of them, depending on their roles and security clearance.
- Achieved European award to the subsidiary with the best improvement from 2006 to 2007.
0-5 years of experience
Led all brand reinvention and innovation activities for the $650MM StarKist Seafood portfolio. Owned all product innovation and consumer insight work. Oversaw $30MM advertising budget and P&L. Led/managed advertising, media and promotions that transformed and repositioned the brand. Member of the Corporate New Ventures Team that identified $50MM+/M&A opportunities. Mentored multiple direct reports and oversaw all outside agencies.
- Led brand team that completely revitalized StarKist as the “Feel Good Nourishment†brand vs. just tuna, which increased market share +2% after transforming the brand through new packaging, print/TV advertising, promotions, radio, pricing, social media, equity development and in-store merchandising efforts.
- Led 25-person global team in translating key consumer insights into developing 200+ new health/wellness concepts, resulting in the launch of StarKist Salmon and the Tuna Fillets brands.
- Enhanced new product development process within a highly complex international supply chain, and evaluated new business opportunities including frozen, fresh, kids, alt proteins, on the go, specialty.
- Spearheaded the creative development and communications strategy for three StarKist TV/print campaigns, which achieved the highest ASI scores in the brand’s history. Partnered with celebrity Chef Art Smith and the American Heart Association on a full-scale marketing, mobile and social media campaign.
- Received two “Make a Difference Awards†for achievements in organizational leadership.
0-5 years of experience
Led a cross functional team consisting of marketing, sales, product and packaging development that was responsible for deliver product innovations.
- Identified over 100+ product innovations and communication opportunities.
- Managed the development and adherence to all agreed upon project timelines.
- Conducted qualitative and quantitative research on identified opportunities.
- Transferred winning ides into product and packaging prototypes.
- Led product claims concept development and consumer evaluation.
- Managed recipe development and evaluation of process requirements, developed preliminary business models and winning product/packaging ideas.
- Collaborated with regional and global business units to transfer significant consumer insights, winning concepts and products to their regional business plans.
- Provided performance feedback to team members and their functional managers along with manage, train, and coach 2 product development scientists.
0-5 years of experience
- Reported directly to the CEO and worked closely with other board members to define company goals, pinpoint areas in need of improvement, design new solutions and rollout strategies.
- Researched cutting-edge technologies as well as technologies and market strategies in the industry.
- Represented the company’s vision to stakeholders and industry members at an international level.
- Fabricated and spearheaded company-wide brainstorming sessions and innovation contests for up to 100 employees, resulting in new product creation and increased revenue.
- Opened [company name]’s Silicon Valley office, a three-month process that resulted in establishing a local team and building an alliance with Stanford University professors for journal publication and notoriety.
0-5 years of experience
- Pioneered the inception and prototyping of the Virtual Store Experience, the Mobile Virtual Store for iPad, and the Virtual Block Model
- Assembled and unified a new, global, cross-supplier 10 member production team
- Extended the life of the legacy application an additional 2 years and created new functionality without modification of the source code, resulting in $250M in new sales for the 09/10 FY
0-5 years of experience
- Coordinated the launch of all new Innovation, Renovation, Line Extensions and Value Added Packaging
- Drove all approved plans though Field Sales, National Accounts, Marketing, TBA, Legal, State Regulation, Procurement, Finance, Supply and Demand
- Designed and implemented across all markets the current Smithwick’s Irish Ale Draught Handle
- Presented all Innovation volumes and Commercial plans to [company name] National Accounts and TBA
- Developed Sales tools for all Innovation in conjunction with [company name] Marketing and select agencies
- Implemented for all stake holders a start to finish “Best Practice” Innovation Launch Process
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