Navinder Kamal
Kent,WA
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven Senior Program Manager with a proven track record of success in overseeing complex projects and driving operational efficiency. Adept at managing end-to-end supply chain processes, implementing cost-saving initiatives, and leading cross-functional teams. Excels in product launch strategies and building strong partnerships. Seeking a challenging role in tech to leverage skills in program and project management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Strategy and Product Operations Manager
VIOME
03.2024 - Current
- Lead and overseeing the final steps to launching Viome's Oral Health Product Line extension in June of 2024, including gathering requirements from stakeholders, prioritizing features, and coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
- Researched and discovered cost-saving opportunity upwards of 1 million a year for Viome's test kits and building a comprehensive plan for implementation by Q4 2024, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and financial performance.
- Manage, monitor and analyze inventory turnover KPI by assessing forecast, sales, marketing operations, and fulfillment. Proactively adjusted forecasts based on demand fluctuations, thereby preventing backorders and ensuring seamless supply chain operations.
SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER
VIOME
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Spearhead Viome's partnerships with external manufacturers, ensuring a seamless supply chain and inventory flow.
- Own and manage physical product procurement and the redesign of Viome's physical packaging.
- Successfully launched the Partial Reissue kit program, reducing reissue costs by 60% in Q4 2023.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives, reducing supplements' physical packaging by 70%, resulting in half a million in savings in 2023.
- Orchestrated Viome's laboratory expansion, managing construction project plans, budget, and schedule.
- Overseeing Viome's Oral Health Product Line extension for Q1 2024.
PROGRAM MANAGER
VIOME
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Directed Viome's customer journey, streamlining processes, and improving customer support through emails and in-app notifications.
- Led the successful launch of Viome’s Health Intelligence Test Kit (HI) within the given deadline, collaborating with cross-functional teams and C-level executives.
PROJECT MANAGER
VIOME
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Led Viome’s Ambassador Program, introducing a new commission structure and Ambassador Portal 2.0, improving sales and reducing helpdesk inquiries.
- Implemented Smartsheets and Jira connector, enhancing collaboration and retiring the use of Google documents for project management.
RESEARCH TECHNICIAN I
Center for Infectious Disease Research
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Independently generated genetically attenuated parasites (GAP) via Electroporation Transfection, utilizing CRISPR for targeted gene knockout.
- Led the cloning of Plasmodium falciparum blood stage, generating pure Knock-Out populations from a single infected cell.
- Ensured data management and integrity in a regulated GMP environment for all related GAP projects.
Education
Certificate In Project Management -
Bellevue College
Bellevue, WA01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Cellular and Molecular Biology
University of Washington
Seattle, WA01.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Biology
Bellevue College
Bellevue, WA01.2016
Skills
- Project Management
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Cost Reduction Initiatives
- Relationship Management
- Product Launch
- Data Management
- Communication and Reporting
- Legal Operations
Timeline
Senior Strategy and Product Operations Manager
VIOME
03.2024 - Current
SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER
VIOME
01.2022 - 02.2024
PROGRAM MANAGER
VIOME
01.2020 - 12.2021
PROJECT MANAGER
VIOME
06.2018 - 12.2019
RESEARCH TECHNICIAN I
Center for Infectious Disease Research
01.2017 - 06.2018
Certificate In Project Management -
Bellevue College
Bachelor of Science - Cellular and Molecular Biology
University of Washington
Associate of Applied Science - Biology
Bellevue College
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