SHYNAL KARAN
Summary
Analytical MBA graduate with a background in operations finance and business strategy at Amazon. Experienced in financial modeling, cost analysis, and data-driven decision-making across high-volume supply-chain environments. Led initiatives that cut expenses by 48% and improved annual cash flow by $18K. Proficient in Excel, SQL, and Power BI for scenario modeling and investment evaluation. Committed to using financial insight to drive smarter capital allocation and long-term value creation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Strategy Manager
Amazon
07.2023 - Current
- Directed operations overseeing 200+ shipments and 150 employees, enhancing workflow efficiency by 37% while maintaining budget compliance.
- Partnered with Finance to accurately forecast labor costs and reduce budget variances, optimizing resource allocation effectively.
- Managed an $80.7K budget as Finance Chair, achieving a 48% cost reduction through strategic vendor renegotiations.
- Launched a glove recycling program as Sustainability Lead, reducing waste by 94% and saving $18,500 annually.
Financial Strategy & Sustainability Analyst
Amazon
01.2023 - Current
- Analyzed cost drivers and inefficiencies in glove usage, identifying ways to cut waste expenses by 98%.
- Designed a recycling model projected to save $18,927 annually through efficient resource utilization.
- Conducted ROI, cost-benefit, and break-even analyses to assess and justify sustainable materials investments.
- Collaborated with finance and procurement to align recycling initiatives with budgets and operational objectives.
Marketing Specialist
Renewal By Anderson
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Mentored 5+ junior team members on best practices in digital marketing and campaign management, improving team efficiency by 20%.
- Collaborated with creative teams to develop visually appealing marketing materials for print and digital channels, contributing to a 25% increase in campaign engagement.
- Boosted lead generation by 30% through the creation of engaging, high-performing content for social media platforms.
- Elevated brand reputation by implementing strategic public relations campaigns and media outreach efforts that expanded press coverage by 40%.
Marketing Specialist
Ansell
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Developed and executed marketing strategies that boosted product visibility by 35% and strengthened brand awareness across digital channels.
- Conducted market research analyzing 1,000+ customer responses to identify key trends, preferences, and competitor positioning, informing future campaigns.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams in sales, design, and analytics to align 5+ major marketing campaigns with product launches and quarterly sales goals.
- Managed social media platforms with a combined audience of 50K+ followers, creating engaging content that increased audience engagement by 40% and organic reach by 25%.
- Analyzed campaign performance data using tools like Google Analytics and HubSpot, optimizing strategies to improve ROI by 20% quarter over quarter.
Education
Master Of Business Administration - Finance & Business Management
Washington State University
Pullman, WA05.2026
Skills
- Financial Modeling & Valuation
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Cost Reduction & Efficiency Optimization
- Data Analytics & Reporting (Excel, SQL, Power BI)
- Cross Functional Leadership & Stakeholder
- Business Case Development & ROI
- Analysis Excel Proficiency
- Statistical Analysis Financial Reporting
- Process improvement
- Performance tracking and evaluation
- Market research
Accomplishments
- Achieved a 15% cut in operational waste by introducing Asana for sustainability project management tasks.
- Supervised team of 150+ staff members.
Timeline
Operations Strategy Manager
Amazon
07.2023 - Current
Financial Strategy & Sustainability Analyst
Amazon
01.2023 - Current
Marketing Specialist
Renewal By Anderson
05.2022 - 08.2022
Marketing Specialist
Ansell
05.2021 - 08.2021
Master Of Business Administration - Finance & Business Management
Washington State University