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Ladan Nasiri

Irvine,CA

Summary

Experienced and highly determined [Job Title] passionate about developing innovative methods to drive sales. Specializes in leading teams through product design and distribution. Comfortable working in fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Portfolio Product Manager - Chemicals

Avantor
Remote
06.2022 - Current
  • Communicated effectively with team members to deliver updates on project milestones and deadlines.
  • Developed product documentation to communicate upcoming features and products to internal teams.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to develop effective training materials that drove increased product knowledge among staff members, resulting in higher close rates.
  • Analyzed metrics to measure product performance.
  • Coordinated design meetings and decisions with internal departments and teams.
  • Collaborated with sales, marketing, and support teams to launch products on time and within budget.
  • Maintained positive vendor relations to build strong partnerships.
  • Documented user stories, specifications, and product features into detailed work order to communicate across teams and build mandatory requirements.
  • Improved product functionality with innovative design solutions, resulting in increased sales conversions.
  • Managed full product lifecycle, from ideation through post-launch support, ensuring consistent quality control measures were in place.
  • Implemented Agile methodologies for more efficient project management and team collaboration.
  • Managed stakeholder expectations effectively throughout the entire product development process.
  • Prioritized roadmap in order to achieve product goals and metrics.
  • Streamlined the product development process for faster time-to-market and improved efficiency.
  • Launched successful products by conducting thorough market research and identifying customer needs.
  • Established criteria for each milestone within product roadmap as means to measure developmental progress.
  • Thrived in fast-paced, highly-adept team to develop and prioritize product features and build product roadmap.
  • Liaised with clients to better understand business needs and current market landscape.
  • Reduced production costs through strategic supplier negotiations and process improvements.
  • Coordinated project planning and execution with team members and team leads.
  • Analyzed competitive landscapes to identify market opportunities, informing strategic business decisions.
  • Enhanced user experience, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and retention rates.
  • Reviewed new opportunities to drive business strategy at planning sessions.
  • Monitored market trends and competitor performance to update promotional strategies.
  • Drove revenue growth by establishing strong relationships with key industry partners.
  • Managed product demonstrations and testimonials for performance evaluation.
  • Continuously monitored customer feedback channels after launch to gather insightful data for future iterations or updates.
  • Optimized product performance with data-driven analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget constraints.
  • Set goals and formalized policies to maximize team performance and keep project on-task.
  • Reviewed sales, customer concerns, and new opportunities to drive business strategy at weekly planning sessions.

Analytical Chemistry Sales Specialist

Avantor
Southern California
10.2016 - 06.2022
  • Responsible for driving sales within Analytical Chemistry workflows for Southern California and Hawaii for a total of 20million dollars.
  • Exceeded sales targets by consistently meeting and surpassing monthly quotas.
  • Built strong client relationships through consistent communication and effective problem solving
  • Managed sales pipeline effectively, prioritizing tasks to maximize revenue potential.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional product knowledge and tailored recommendations.
  • Implemented CRM tools to track client interactions, optimizing follow-up procedures for better results.
  • Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities and emerging trends, driving company growth.
  • Provided ongoing support to existing clients, maintaining a high level of satisfaction and encouraging repeat business.

Regulatory and Product Development Coordinator

Wakunaga Of America
Mission Viejo, CA
07.2015 - 09.2016
  • Successfully launched multiple products, meeting or exceeding sales targets consistently.
  • Managed cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.
  • Streamlined product development processes by implementing efficient project management strategies.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research to identify opportunities for new products and improvements on existing ones.
  • Coordinated with suppliers and manufacturers to optimize production costs and timelines.
  • Directed concept design, feature definitions and production support.

Quality Assurance Supervisor I

Isagenix International
Chandler, AZ
12.2015 - 06.2016
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation of QA activities, supporting effective communication between departments and facilitating process improvements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the organization.
  • Oversaw onboarding and training of new employees to promote qualified and well-coordinated quality assurance team.
  • Enhanced team performance by providing regular training, feedback, and guidance to Quality Assurance staff.
  • Served as a key liaison between Quality Assurance and other departments, facilitating collaborative efforts that led to increased product consistency and customer satisfaction.
  • Established robust supplier relationships through regular communication, performance evaluations, and ongoing support in meeting quality standards.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication, recognizing individual achievements, and supporting teamwork within the Quality Assurance department.

Quality Assurance and Quality Control Manager

Best Life Pharmanaturals
Tempe, AZ
09.2013 - 12.2014
  • Evaluated equipment calibration needs regularly ensuring accurate measurements during inspections.
  • Supervised a team of QA/QC professionals, providing guidance and direction for individual growth and development opportunities within the organization.
  • Conducted thorough root cause analysis on defects, leading to significant improvements in product reliability.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for QA/QC team, enhancing their skills and overall performance.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through rigorous inspection protocols that ensured high-quality end products.
  • Streamlined processes to reduce production errors and improve efficiency in the manufacturing environment.

Technical Account Manager

ChromaDex, Inc
Irvine, CA
05.2010 - 05.2013
  • Increased client satisfaction by building strong relationships and addressing their needs promptly.
  • Maintained high client retention rate by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating client needs.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely communication and effective problem resolution.
  • Successfully resolved escalated issues, preventing potential loss of valuable clients while maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved.
  • Evaluated client needs and developed tailored solutions to increase positive customer ratings.
  • Educated clients on new products or services to increase customer engagement with brand.

Chemical Engineering Intern

Southern California Gas Company
Downey, CA
03.2008 - 05.2010
  • Worked with various teams with the goal of promoting energy efficiency
  • Organized events and trade shows, increasing brand exposure within the industry community
  • Identified appropriate marketing channels and target customers for campaigns.
  • Used various market research tools and techniques to gather, analyze and interpret data.

Guest Service Team Leader

Target
Irvine, CA
04.2001 - 01.2006
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by efficiently managing front desk operations and addressing customer concerns promptly.
  • Streamlined check-in and check-out processes for improved guest experience and reduced wait times.
  • Reviewed customer feedback regularly to identify areas for improvement in guest services operations.
  • Assigned daily job tasks and workloads to team members.

Education

Postdoctoral Fellow -

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Master of Science - Chemical Engineering

California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
06.2010

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

University of California Irvine
Irvine, CA
01.2006

Skills

  • KPI Tracking
  • Project Planning
  • Product Strategy
  • Product Lifecycle Management
  • Data-driven decision-making
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Prioritization and Execution
  • Cross Functional Leadership

Timeline

Portfolio Product Manager - Chemicals

Avantor
06.2022 - Current

Analytical Chemistry Sales Specialist

Avantor
10.2016 - 06.2022

Quality Assurance Supervisor I

Isagenix International
12.2015 - 06.2016

Regulatory and Product Development Coordinator

Wakunaga Of America
07.2015 - 09.2016

Quality Assurance and Quality Control Manager

Best Life Pharmanaturals
09.2013 - 12.2014

Technical Account Manager

ChromaDex, Inc
05.2010 - 05.2013

Chemical Engineering Intern

Southern California Gas Company
03.2008 - 05.2010

Guest Service Team Leader

Target
04.2001 - 01.2006

Postdoctoral Fellow -

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Master of Science - Chemical Engineering

California State University - Long Beach

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

University of California Irvine
Ladan Nasiri