Samantha Ross
Jackson,MI
Summary
Results-driven Chief Operating Officer with expertise in budget management, compliance, and process improvement. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and support strategic decision-making.
Overview
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1
Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
TransPharm Preclinical Solutions, LLC
Jackson, MI
04.2008 - 08.2026
- Coordinated daily operations covering preclinical services and research projects.
- Managed staff recruitment, training, and development processes.
- Created annual budgets and monitored expenses against budget goals.
- Implemented process improvements to reduce waste and optimize workflow.
- Supported CEO with operational insights and strategic decision-making.
- Developed operational policies and processes, guaranteeing staff maintained compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations.
Executive Assistant
Pfizer
Ann Arbor, Michigan
06.2000 - 11.2007
- Coordinated executive schedules and managed calendar appointments efficiently.
- Organized travel arrangements and itineraries for senior leadership team.
- Initiated connections with teams to view pathology findings.
- Implemented office supply management procedures for efficient resource allocation.
- Maintained confidential records and files related to executive operations.
- Maintained company confidence and protected business operations by keeping sensitive information confidential.
- Kept current with all available computer application training.
- Proficient in Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint.
- Formal training in interpersonal skills with many departments.
- Scheduled and arranged travel and hotel reservations for meetings, conferences and seminars.
- Coordinated meeting and work schedules for pathology and histology team executives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Columbia Central
Brooklyn, MI05-1996
Skills
- Budget management
- Compliance management
- Process improvement
- Operational strategy
- Human Resources Management
- Project management
Certification
- Human Resource Specialist
- Certified in QuickBooks
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
TransPharm Preclinical Solutions, LLC
04.2008 - 08.2026
Executive Assistant
Pfizer
06.2000 - 11.2007
High School Diploma -
Columbia Central