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Experienced Supply Chain Expert & Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with Global Impact With a robust career spanning over twenty countries and multiple industries, I am a seasoned expert in supply chain management and operational excellence. As a certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, I bring a proven analytical skillset that has consistently delivered significant improvements and cost savings for my clients. My experience includes managing the startup of major manufacturing facilities across the globe, leading supply chain transformation projects for Fortune 500 companies, and driving operational excellence initiatives in diverse settings. Though my extensive experience may appear "old-fashioned" or overqualified, I am a continual learner who keeps up with industry trends via webinars, online publications, and social media. I thrive on solving problems and improving operations, consistently adding value to supply chain optimization and company culture. My consultancy background as an ex-Big 4 operations & strategy consultant, combined with my hands-on industry experience, allows me to offer strategic insights and practical solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. I have successfully led projects resulting in over $150 million in annualized savings and have been instrumental in optimizing supply chain operations for renowned companies such as Hewlett-Packard, Siemens, and Cardinal Health. Specializing in Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain Assessment & Optimization, and Statistical-based Inventory Management, I am committed to helping businesses achieve operational efficiency and excellence. Whether you're looking to streamline your supply chain processes or enhance your purchasing and sourcing strategies, I am here to provide expert guidance and support. Let's connect and explore how I can add value to your organization. Specialized Skills & Knowledge • Lean Six Sigma tools & methodologies / Lean Manufacturing • Supply Chain Assessment & Optimization • Statistical-based Inventory Management • Purchasing & Sourcing Analytics • Doing Business in Asia

Small and mid-size businesses hire me when their operations are leaking money — through inventory inaccuracies, manual reporting, or fulfillment breakdowns they can't see clearly. I'm an operations analyst with 11+ years across Walmart, Target, and TJX Companies. I've built Power BI dashboards that cut decision-making time by 40%, redesigned inventory workflows that pushed accuracy from 91% to 97%, and automated reporting systems that eliminated hours of manual work every week. On Upwork, I help business owners and ops teams with: Inventory audits and cycle count programs Excel and Power BI dashboards and reporting SOP creation and process documentation Supply chain and fulfillment process cleanup ERP/WMS data reconciliation and cleanup If your ops feel disorganized, your data is scattered, or you're flying blind on inventory — that's exactly where I work best. Let's talk.

Hello! I’m Sam, a passionate Process Engineer and Program Manager with a decade of proven experience in driving operational excellence across diverse sectors, including construction, technology, and telecommunications. My expertise lies in streamlining processes, enhancing cross-functional communication, and implementing automation to boost efficiency and uncover hidden revenue streams. With a strong foundation in financial analysis, project management, and change management, I excel at transforming challenges into profitable opportunities. Collaborating closely with clients, I strive to understand their unique needs, delivering customized, impactful solutions that align with their business goals. Areas of Expertise: Process Optimization & Automation Financial Analysis & Revenue Assurance Change Management & Communication Strategy Project & Program Management Cross-functional Collaboration & Team Leadership Strategic Planning & Implementation Ideal Projects and Clients: I am on the lookout for forward-thinking business owners, who are seeking to elevate their operational efficiencies and profitability. My ideal projects involve: Operational Process Optimization Implementation of Automation Tools Project Management and Organization Improvements Revenue Stream Identification and Maximization Strategic Business Development Consulting

I am business transformation and strategy professional with over 10 years of experience working with C-suite leaders across: - Process excellence - Operating model design - Change adoption - Vendor management - Revenue enablement/growth - Customer experience - Business Development With a proven track record of earning awards and recognition for driving impact both individually and as a team leader, I excel in high-growth, fast-paced, ambiguous, and matrixed organizational setups. I've worked in large global organizations as well as startups, so I can understand what your company needs and how to deliver high quality results. I enjoy a good challenge, am a hustler and excel at problem solving. I'm skilled in: - Strategic Planning / Thought Leadership - Program Management - Business Process Improvement - Business Analytics - Change Management - Operations Management - Writing Process Documents - SQL - PowerBI - Tableau - Advanced Excel - Prompt Engineering - Google Docs Suite - MS Office Suite