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Nicole Lybarger

Marysville,OH

Summary

Results-driven Program Manager with a strong background at Covetrus North America, LLC, specializing in strategic planning and regulatory compliance. Demonstrated success in steering cross-functional teams to consistently deliver projects under budget and ahead of schedule, including a $3.5 million initiative. Proficient in cultivating partnerships and implementing effective problem-solving strategies that enhance operational excellence and boost stakeholder satisfaction. Committed to leveraging expertise to drive future project successes and organizational growth.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Manager, Compliance

Covetrus North America, LLC
05.2022 - Current
  • Responsible for the creation and management of Quality and Regulatory programs and projects to ensure the company operates in compliance with applicable company policies, accreditation standards, and state and federal regulations.
  • Consistently managed a portfolio of 12 to 18 quality, regulatory improvement, or transformation projects for a team of 5 employees, covering 9 pharmacy sites, 15 distribution centers, and 5 lines of business.
  • Created and led programs to implement regulatory compliance reporting, tracking of licensing for nine pharmacy sites, fifteen distribution centers, encompassing over 600 pharmacy and wholesale distribution licenses.
  • Develop and maintain project management documentation, including project plans, reports, status updates, and communications.
  • Led a program to systematically update licenses due to company acquisitions and the transition from a public entity to a private entity.
  • Created and led a $3.5 million project to implement a serialization and traceability software tool to comply with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA), manufacturer, and wholesale distribution regulatory requirements.
  • In collaboration with VP Quality & Regulatory Affairs, Sr
  • The Director of Quality and operations executives managed substantial quality and regulatory remediation programs covering analytical laboratory operations and 503B outsourcing facility pharmaceutical manufacturing activities.
  • Supported organization structural change for the Quality and Regulatory Affairs team.
  • Negotiated scope changes with stakeholders, managing expectations and ensuring program deliverables remained aligned with strategic goals.
  • Oversaw program compliance with requirements, schedule and budget.
  • Managed external client and business partner relationships.
  • Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
  • Led cross-functional teams in the successful delivery of program milestones, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Negotiated contracts and agreements with vendors and suppliers.

Business Project Manager

Honda Logistics North America
07.2019 - 05.2022
  • Consistently and proactively provided direction and input to the global sustainability vision and corporate direction to team members.
  • Managed the project teams to ensure effective delivery of projects within agreed timelines, budgets, scope, agreed outcomes, and optimal customer outcomes.
  • Managed the department's monthly budget and P&L.
  • Managed the achievement of KPI, Business Plan, and Special Project targets and initiatives.
  • Led a capital project for the North America region, consisting of 10 subsidiary companies and 6,000 associates.
  • Performed in a local and regional role serving North America, Mexico, the UK, and Canada, driving a 5-year corporate strategy and business initiatives.
  • Identified areas for improvement in process efficiency, resource utilization, and cost savings.
  • Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
  • Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership to develop strategies for meeting long-term business goals.
  • Monitored project performance against established milestones and deadlines.
  • Managed contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
  • Tracked resources used during each stage of development in order to maintain accurate records.
  • Reviewed project risks and devised proactive strategies to avoid potential roadblocks.

Project Manager, Logistics Innovation

Honda Logistics North America
02.2015 - 07.2019
  • Developed and executed OEM Direct Supplier sustainability strategies aligned with Honda’s objectives seeking to achieve sustainability excellence
  • Responsible to build relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally
  • Managed a portfolio of 16 projects with a total budget of $30M, ensuring all projects were delivered on schedule
  • Achieved cost savings of $365K by developing an automated process for center cap installation
  • Managed a $8.5 MM warehouse addition project
  • Project successfully completed 2 months ahead of schedule and under budget by $50k
  • Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
  • Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
  • Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
  • Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
  • Participated in cross-functional teams responsible for developing innovative solutions for complex problems.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures throughout the life cycle of each project.
  • Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.

Project Manager, Durability and Dynamics Operations

Transportation Research Center, Inc.
02.2012 - 07.2019
  • Consistently managed up to 25 projects, with a portfolio of 110 projects throughout my tenure, with budgets up to $5 million.
  • Drove strategic planning initiatives by contributing to the development and implementation of innovative, long-term solutions for the Durability and Dynamics Business.
  • Expanded client account projects by 10-15% by focusing on quality and outcomes, resulting in increased revenue.
  • Served as Project Manager for Honda’s largest R&D event of the year, attended by over 100 Honda global executives.
  • Focused on project monitoring and management by developing forecasts and tracking expenses.
  • Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
  • Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.
  • Communicated effectively with stakeholders to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.

Education

Master of Business Administration - Concentration in Executive Management

Ohio University
Athens, OH

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ

Skills

  • Program performance analysis
  • Procurement
  • Strategic planning
  • Vendor relationship management
  • Project lifecycle
  • Human resource management
  • Relationship building
  • Stakeholder communications
  • Regulatory compliance
  • MS office applications
  • Strategic direction
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Partnership development
  • Compliance enforcement
  • Problem-solving

Timeline

Program Manager, Compliance

Covetrus North America, LLC
05.2022 - Current

Business Project Manager

Honda Logistics North America
07.2019 - 05.2022

Project Manager, Logistics Innovation

Honda Logistics North America
02.2015 - 07.2019

Project Manager, Durability and Dynamics Operations

Transportation Research Center, Inc.
02.2012 - 07.2019

Master of Business Administration - Concentration in Executive Management

Ohio University

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of Phoenix

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