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FXIDirector of Continuous Improvement
Sep. 2023 - Nov. 2024Radnor, Pennsylvania, United StatesDirector of Continuous Improvement | Strategic Leader | Process Optimization Expert I am a results-driven Director of Continuous Improvement with a passion for leading transformational change across 26 diverse manufacturing sites. Leveraging expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and innovative methodologies, I drive initiatives that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate product quality. My role involves developing and executing strategic improvement plans, managing complex projects, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. I excel in change management, performance monitoring, and resource optimization to deliver measurable results aligned with business goals. With a customer-focused approach and a commitment to excellence, I ensure that all improvement efforts meet client expectations while maintaining compliance and safety standards. I am dedicated to building high-performing teams, sharing best practices, and driving innovation to achieve operational success.
Cook MedicalGlobal Director of Continuous improvement
Jun. 2019 - Jun. 2023Bloomington, IndianaPlaying a pivotal role in driving operational excellence initiatives and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization. Leading a team of six direct reports, I oversee and coordinate efforts to optimize processes, increase efficiency, and achieve operational objectives. Instrumental in improving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing overall performance, driving a culture of continuous improvement, positioning the organization for sustained success in a rapidly evolving business landscape for a 10,000-employee company with a $2.5B revenue.
BDDirector Continuous Improvement
Jan. 2018 - Jan. 2019SparksA medical device manufacturer with 75,000 employees specializing in medical discovery, diagnostics, and delivery of care with approximately $20 billion in annual revenue. I administered a culture of improvement across the US region organization by strategically utilizing Lean and Six Sigma tools as well as coaching and training leaders on heading improvement activities within a fast-paced environment while adhering to strategic imperatives. I also created robust CI management culture to standardize business processes and resolve issues by process owners in alliance with the leadership team through Kaizen events, A3 problem solving, visual management, and adoption of Lean culture. In addition, I engaged with key stakeholders regularly across the organization to design and support a cross-functional CI ecosystem to ensure positive impacts across the business via operational and financial improvements and best practices. A few of my key accomplishments are mentioned below:
• Formulated best-fit CI roadmap for BD DS US region.
• Organized and facilitated Kaizen events in two crucial areas within order to cash environment, which led to an 80% improvement in time to revenue across all product lines.
BDSnr Product Manager
Jan. 2015 - Jan. 2018Sparks Glencoe, Maryland, United StatesA medical device manufacturer with 75,000 employees specializing in medical discovery, diagnostics, and delivery of care with approximately $20 billion in annual revenue. I served as a key part of the BD DS specialty marketing team on the Women's Health and Cancer portfolio, involving the management of day-to-day product management efforts and the creation of marketing strategies/tactics to optimize brand and incremental sales. A few of my notable accomplishments are:
• Launched new Cytology automation to the US market, which surpassed sales projections by 25%.
• Implemented MPD in the Americas market.
• Formulated marketing strategy to position BD Surepath as the top-leading liquid-based cytology brand in the Americas market, which achieved a 3% increment in market share and 4% revenue growth in the first year.
BDEuropean Lean Lead
Jan. 2013 - Jan. 2015United KingdomA medical device manufacturer with 75,000 employees specializing in medical discovery, diagnostics, and delivery of care with approximately $20 billion in annual revenue. In this role, I was appointed as a crucial part of European and Global Marketing Team for Woman's Health can Cancer to plan, organize, and deliver business transformation and change management projects in external and internal environments. Furthermore, I devised and delivered BD's MPD methodology, which mobilized the organization to lead the global cervical cancer market through innovation and measurable results in patient care and business excellence for customers and the company. A few of my notable accomplishments are:
• Spearheaded implementation and training of MPD methodology throughout European commercial organization for BD Women's Health and Cancer, which successfully launched and installed first BD Totalys solutions across the globe.
• Recognized for blending Lean and automation solutions in Cytopathology from Process Improvement Institute in 2014.
• Supported European sales organization to exceed sales and revenue targets by 13%. Playing a key role in a global product launch project which is changing the paradigms in the Cytology marketplace by delivering the first fully integrated Liquid based cytology and molecular solutions; smart automation reduces the hands on time of valuable laboratory resources enabling them to deliver a best in class patient focused service while managing their costs and focusing their resources to the right place at the right time. Using process improvement methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma to develop truly value adding programs which drives a true customer / supplier partnership through data driven solutions and sustainable outcomes.
Siemens PLC Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Newton HouseHealthcare Solutions Manager
Jan. 2008 - Jan. 2013During my stint here, I led client project deployment activities focused on business transformation and change management by using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. I also oversaw clients throughout the end-to-end consultancy lifecycle from conception to implementation and support, including client training and education. Moreover, I steered Kaizen bursts/blitz while coaching and mentoring teams to drive process improvements and formulate effective processes. A few of my key accomplishments are mentioned below:
• Drove Lean and Six Sigma process improvements in the Siemens Healthcare Production logistics environment, which slashed distribution costs by 7% within 12 months.
• Diminished turnaround time by 85% within the blood sciences environment at the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, which enabled predictable turnaround times, attained operational KPIs and national targets, gained significant cost savings, and elevated customer satisfaction.
• Facilitated Kaizen and Lean training events at the Kings College NHS Foundation Trust in the Histopathology and Specialist Biochemistry, which lowered turnaround time and secured over $15K in direct savings during events.
Siemens Healthcare DiagnosticsCustomer Service Manager
Jan. 2006 - Jan. 2008Directly responsible for the delivery of customer services and support to the UK market managing all aspects of the order to cash, supply chain and customer support for finished goods to both the public and private sector customers in the UK.
Euro DPCCustomer Services Manager
Jan. 2004 - Jan. 2006Euro DPC were brought by Siemens in June 2006 Directly responsible for the delivery of customer services and support to the UK market managing all aspects of the order to cash, supply chain and customer support for finished goods to both the public and private sector customers in the UK.
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