Sarah West
Henderson,NV
Summary
Proactive Project Management Specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Managed project costs & development, and lead cross-functional teams while providing multi-channel platform support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manufacturing Manager
Nectar Life
02.2023 - Current
- Enhanced product development processes by streamlining workflows and improving communication between departments.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives, identifying areas for growth and refining existing processes to enhance efficiency.
- Optimized inventory management by conducting regular audits and implementing lean inventory practices.
- Reduced overhead expenses through rigorous analysis of departmental spending patterns and recommending cost-saving initiatives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas for operational improvements, resulting in significant cost reductions.
- Improved decision-making processes with accurate data analysis and visualization techniques.
Research & Development Senior Supervisor
Nectar Life
04.2021 - 02.2023
- Supported project planning and execution for research development, investigations, analyses and testing.
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully launch new products on time and within budget constraints.
- Implemented cost-saving measures throughout the product development process, resulting in improved profit margins.
- Assisted in the development of new products by collaborating with design teams and providing feedback on manufacturability.
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts through proactive identification of process improvements and waste minimization initiatives.
Soap Artist
Nectar Life
03.2020 - 04.2021
- Consistently met production targets through effective time management, prioritization of tasks, and teamwork.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines.
- Recorded and tracked daily production data for management reporting.
Education
Data Analysis For Management
London School of Economics
London, UK08.2023
Culinary Arts
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara05.2012
Skills
- Cost Reduction
- Data Analytics
- Priority management
- Schedule development
- New Product Development
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
- Earned “CEO's Choice Employee of the Month” award in July, 2023 & December, 2023.
- Earned "Problem Solving & Technical Support" award in February, 2024.
- Achieved perpetual inventory by optimizing inventory systems for online & retail platforms.
Timeline
Senior Manufacturing Manager
Nectar Life
02.2023 - Current
Research & Development Senior Supervisor
Nectar Life
04.2021 - 02.2023
Soap Artist
Nectar Life
03.2020 - 04.2021
Data Analysis For Management
London School of Economics
Culinary Arts
Santa Barbara City College
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