Siavosh Ohadi
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Seasoned Project Operations Manager with 10+ years of experience driving strategic procurement, capacity planning, and supplier negotiations across $15M+ international operations. Expert in developing sourcing strategies, structuring long-term contracts, and optimizing supplier performance through KPI-driven governance. Proven track record reducing landed costs by 35%, cutting lead times by 22%, and securing continuity of supply through proactive risk management. Skilled in commodity market analysis, scenario planning, and crossfunctional leadership with engineering, finance, and legal teams.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
HSI MEDICAL
08.2022 - Current
- Conduct supplier benchmarking and market analysis to assess cost drivers, commodity risks, and capacity trends, enabling long-term sourcing strategies and price negotiations.
- Manage projects from initiation to completion, coordinating contract manufacturer negotiations, regulatory compliance, and logistics activities to ensure on-time delivery. Achieved 99% on-time completion by proactively mitigating risks and optimizing workflows.
- Lead supplier capacity planning and regulatory alignment, cutting delays by 60% and ensuring uninterrupted supply through proactive risk management and cross-functional collaboration.
- Implemented a cloud-based project-tracking system across all production and logistics operations, reducing reporting time by 30% and streamlining workflow from inquiry to final delivery.
- Prioritize projects using data-driven insights from past performance, demand forecasting, and resource allocation analysis. Increased operational efficiency by 35% by aligning high-impact projects with company objectives.
- Build and maintain long-term B2B relationships with 20+ international medical device distributors, managing product qualifications, compliance, and commercial negotiations. Expanded market reach by 40% through strategic partnerships.
Business Project Manager
HSI MEDICAL
01.2017 - 08.2022
- Fostered relationships with key businesses to understand their specific needs, regulatory requirements, and market dynamics. Enhanced client satisfaction by 30% by providing tailored product solutions.
- Conducted root cause analysis for quality issues and implement CAPAs, ensuring continuous process improvements. Reduced defects by 20%, achieving a 99% quality compliance rate.
- Negotiated commercial agreements balancing cost, volume, and quality, structuring long-term supplier contracts that secured continuity while reducing landed costs by 35%.
- Created detailed process maps, identified bottlenecks, and implemented optimized workflows to enhance operational efficiency. Leveraged Six Sigma and OES methodologies to drive continuous improvement, achieving 22% reductions in lead times and waste.
- Develop and implement quality control procedures aligned with regulatory standards, ensuring product specifications meet customer and market requirements. Increased first-pass yield by 25%, reducing rework and delays.
- Actively engage with suppliers to track progress on quality control initiatives and process improvements. Enhanced supplier compliance by 30% through structured audits/reviews and feedback loops.
- Reviewed medical device manufacturing and validation processes for compliance with cGMP, MDR, and FDA guidelines. Achieved a major audit success with no major non-conformities.
- Advised product managers on technical solutions, ensuring product specifications align with market needs and compliance standards. Enabled the successful qualification and launch of 10+ new medical devices in global markets.
Business Analyst
HSI MEDICAL
02.2014 - 01.2017
- Analyzed cost structures, identifying key cost drivers in logistics, sourcing, and processing to drive cost-saving initiatives. Reduced landed costs through vendor negotiations and process optimization.
- Conducted Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) to align supply chain processes with market demand, ensuring efficient inventory and production planning. Improved forecast accuracy by 30%, reducing stockouts and excess inventory.
- Collaborated with global contract manufacturers to refine supply chain processes, ensuring cost efficiency and regulatory compliance. Achieved an improvement in lead times through optimized supplier selection and logistics planning.
- Developed interactive dashboards using SQL and Tableau, visualizing complex datasets for decision-making. Reduced reporting time by 40% and improved data-driven decision-making across teams.
- Conducted comprehensive market trend analyses to identify emerging opportunities and threats. Developed and implemented targeted email marketing strategies, resulting in a significant increase in customer engagement and successful new product launches.
Mechanical Engineer
J.A.M CO.
09.2007 - 02.2010
- Conducted visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of structural steel, welding, sandblasting, and painting post-fabrication, ensuring conformance with design specifications and standards using a variety of tools for accurate assessment and quality assurance.
- Developed Bills of Materials (BOMs) and estimated project costs in collaboration with procurement teams, streamlining procurement and production planning to optimize supply chain logistics and ensure on-time project completion within budget constraints.
- Supervised all phases of construction projects, from initial planning to final inspection, employing Earned Value Management (EVM) to assure actual finishing time met estimated time, while adhering to safety regulations, timelines, and budget constraints.
Education
CERTIFICATE OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT -
University of California Irvine
CERTIFICATE OF INTERNATION BUSINESS OPERATION MANAGEMENT -
University of California Irvine
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
Universidad Europea De Madrid
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Azad University
Skills
- Mechanical Engineering
- Six Sigma
- Project Management
- Business Development & OP Process
- MS Project
- Excel
- SQL
- Tableau
- HubSpot
- SAP
- Minitab
- Google Analytics
- ASANA
- SolidWorks
- CATIA
- Project management
Accomplishments
- Cut lead times by 22% by applying Lean Six Sigma methodologies, accelerating time-to-market for critical components.
- Reduced landed costs by 35% through supplier negotiations, sourcing optimization, and processing automation.
- Improved supply continuity by 60% by leading supplier capacity planning and regulatory alignment, and mitigating risks.
Timeline
Operations Manager
HSI MEDICAL
08.2022 - Current
Business Project Manager
HSI MEDICAL
01.2017 - 08.2022
Business Analyst
HSI MEDICAL
02.2014 - 01.2017
Mechanical Engineer
J.A.M CO.
09.2007 - 02.2010
CERTIFICATE OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT -
University of California Irvine
CERTIFICATE OF INTERNATION BUSINESS OPERATION MANAGEMENT -
University of California Irvine
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
Universidad Europea De Madrid
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Azad University
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