Highly efficient engineer well established in fast-paced and challenging environments. Eager to learn with aptitude for applying new knowledge with skill and efficiency.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Global Procurement Innovation Associate
Colgate Palmolive Co
01.2024 - Current
Interacted with and integrated innovative suppliers into Colgate's procurement portfolio.
Ensure privacy and confidentiality with external resources on innovative cosmetic ingredients and materials.
Procured ingredients of similar capabilities and financial gain for Colgate's formulas.
Continuous Improvement Engineer
Colgate Palmolive Co
04.2023 - 12.2023
Led the initiative to drive AML from 6% to 3.5% for Hill's Pet Nutrition.
Saved 2MM by reducing scrap and increasing regrind across manufacturing facility lines.
Operations Team Lead
Colgate Palmolive Co
07.2022 - 04.2023
Led a team that manufactured 25% of Colgate's North America personal care products.
Maintained high levels of employee morale through effective communication, recognition, and coaching initiatives.
Created a culture of accountability and service to the benefit of the team and company.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Howard University
Washington, DC
05.2022
Skills
Excel
Leadership
MATLAB Coding Language
Calculations/Data Analysis
VBA Coding
DataStudio
Leadership Organizations
American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), Member, 08/2018, Present, Attended and contributed to discussions concerning chemical engineer majors at Howard University., Pushed for the advancement of various projects and community service opportunities.
Howard University Chapter - NOBCCHE, Member, 01/2019, Present, Attended meetings and set the foundation for this newly acquired organization at Howard University., Coordinated and collaborated with staff to establish events for funding opportunities.
Activities Awards
Capstone Scholarship, Recipient
Thurgood Marshall Scholarship, Recipient
Volunteer Experience
Sunrise of Decatur, Atlanta, GA, Volunteer/Event Coordinator, 08/2014, 05/2018, Assisted in improving the living conditions of senior citizens in the Decatur area., Continuously developed relationships with clients to ensure they have an enjoyable experience., Organized physical and mental activities that influenced clients to have an improved state of mind.
Howard Day of Service, Washington, D.C., Volunteer, 08/2018, Collaborated with peers to load and unpack various supplies for underfunded schools., Inspired and planted determination into younger students to chase their dreams.