Monique Bluford

Effectively Streamlining Programs and Enhancing Organizational Performance

●Skillfully manage program management, process improvement, and procurement activities, driving seamless execution and desired outcomes
●Oversee and coordinate various programs within the organization, ensuring successful implementation and achievement of targeted objectives
●Proactively identify areas for process improvement, conduct in-depth process analyses, and implement strategies to enhance efficiency, productivity, and overall performance
●Expertly handle procurement activities, encompassing vendor selection, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management, to optimize sourcing and purchasing processes
●Drive effective program delivery by streamlining processes and maximizing value in procurement activities, contributing to improved operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness

• Utilized learning management systems as the system admin to track learner progress and evaluate program effectiveness, resulting in a 20% increase in program completion rate
• Implemented and led organizational People Development initiatives to increase employee knowledge base by identifying and strengthening weak skill sets
• Establish guidelines and create process methodologies for the Powertrain organization
• Manage projects for cost saving initiatives
• Participate in technical writing for executive presentations
• Identify and eliminate waste and losses within the organization
• Coach and assist in the creation of source packages for all of Powertrain

• Skillfully manage program management, process improvement, and procurement activities, driving seamless execution and desired outcomes
• Oversee and coordinate various programs within the organization, ensuring successful implementation and achievement of targeted objectives
• Proactively identify areas for process improvement, conduct in-depth process analyses, and implement strategies to enhance efficiency, productivity, and overall performance
• Expertly handle procurement activities, encompassing vendor selection, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management, to optimize sourcing and purchasing processes
• Drive effective program delivery by streamlining processes and maximizing value in procurement activities, contributing to improved operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness

• Assist users with personal training/IT services for software/cellphone or various technology usage

• Led the successful development and implementation of three lithium-ion projects, driving increased program effectiveness and stakeholder satisfaction
• Managed a high-performing team of fifteen cross-functional professionals, providing expert coaching and support to elevate team performance and achieve program goals
• Oversaw project budgets of up to $500k, ensuring optimal resource utilization and seamless project delivery within budget constraints
• Implemented data-driven decision-making strategies, resulting in enhanced program outcomes and reduced program costs by 25%

• Collaborated with stakeholders, including senior leadership, faculty, and staff, to identify program needs and opportunities for improvement, resulting in new initiatives and program expansions
• Conducted risk assessments and developed risk mitigation plans to minimize program disruptions and ensure successful program delivery
• Develop release schedule for all PT prototype orders based on MRD and lead times
• Create and maintain part order traceability
• Initiate prototype part orders via RFQ to support sensitive, highly confidential prototype builds
• Develop part inspection requirements for prototype parts
• SharePoint administrator-develop and maintain repository
• Technical Cost Reduction Engineer
• Conduct teardowns and perform competitive benchmarking of driveline and axle components, fueling idea generation and cost-saving opportunities
• Collaborate closely with twenty suppliers to identify and implement process/product efficiencies, leading to substantial technical cost reductions
• Prepare and skillfully facilitate value-added analysis and cost reduction workshops, involving key stakeholders for effective solutions
• Work in tandem with Technical Engineering teams to ensure successful implementation of cost-saving ideas, coordinating parts orders and testing
• Achieved an impressive first time $5.93M cost reduction savings for the driveline and axle platform