SUNITA HANSRAJ
Woodbury,NY
Summary
Global Process Excellence leader with over 20 years of experience in change management, process improvement and efficiency within Healthcare, Defense and Oil. Innovated new processes and positive impacted profit margins, efficiency and quality. Outgoing personality proven to win over stakeholders and successfully promote new methodologies.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
3
3
PMP Certification, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, PROSCI Change Mgmt
Work History
Process Excellence, North America
Henry Schein
01.2020 - Current
- Led process improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of existing EDI systems and workflows.
- Optimized business processes through the implementation of industry-standard EDI protocols and best practices.
- Increased operational efficiency by training team members on proper use of EDI software tools.
- Managed system upgrades and enhancements to improve overall functionality of existing EDI platforms.
- Enhanced customer relationships, addressing and resolving any transactional discrepancies or issues.
- Simplified order processing workflows, automating repetitive tasks through customized EDI solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop integrated supply chain solutions for clients.
- Improved inventory management by integrating real-time data from suppliers into existing enterprise resource planning systems.
- Implemented robust data validation procedures, guaranteeing the integrity of information exchanged between parties during transactions.
- Established key performance indicators to measure success in meeting established goals for the EDI program.
- Assisted sales teams in securing new business opportunities through detailed analysis of client-specific needs related to electronic data interchange initiatives.
- Conducted root cause analysis of recurring issues, implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences effectively.
- Promoted innovation culture by encouraging employees to identify areas of improvements during regular team meetings.
- Managed complex projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints while exceeding quality expectations.
- Implemented Lean Six Sigma methodologies, significantly reducing waste and increasing productivity.
- Championed change management efforts, successfully driving the adoption of new processes throughout the organization.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align process excellence initiatives with organizational goals and objectives.
- Improved process efficiency by identifying bottlenecks and implementing targeted solutions.
- Delivered $1M plus in savings by making processes efficient and effective
- Train and mentor employees on lean six sigma customized to apply to projects within their teams
- Focused on building and implementing a robust pipeline of process improvement projects.
Program/Project Management
RCI Consulting
05.2016 - 06.2017
- Lead and managed 10 resources with international support team to ensure on time accurate delivery to client
- Conduct client workshops to help identify areas of overall process improvement and transformation
- Identify client projects and drive them through Go-Live.
- Increased profitability and productivity by minimizing downtime and streamlining quality control procedures.
- Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
Finance Procurement PMO
Simons Foundation
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Project Management - Controllers team
- Worked closely with Accounting, Procurement, and Technology to evaluate current state, implement changes, and provide transparency across organization
- Led and managed cross-functional end-to-end implementation of Procure to Pay system for whole foundation
- Identified and documented process inventory for senior leadership to enable transparency across board
- Established project management tools and methodology to enable consistency, transparency, and organization.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Facilitated successful completion of high-priority projects, managing resources effectively and maintaining close collaboration with all stakeholders.
- Enhanced team collaboration with introduction of effective communication platform for cross-functional teams.
Corporate Treasury Process Excellence/Project Management Office/Banking Services
Hess Corporation
01.2006 - 01.2016
- Coordinate, define and document Corporate Treasury Standard Operating Procedures and process maps
- Provide Technology and Business Support through SharePoint, project and collaboration tools as well as end-to-end system enhancements
- Lead Subject Matter Expert for Hess Treasury workstation partnering with SunGuard Integrity
- Manage International team to support treasury activities specifically GENPACT
- Ensure Treasury compliance via SOX and Dodd Frank standards by managing both Internal and External auditors being PWC and EY.
- Managed external relationships with banks, auditors, and regulators to ensure compliance and maintain positive rapport.
- Championed process improvements that led to increased efficiency in cash forecasting and budgeting practices.
Black Belt for Corporate EEO & Compensation
Lockheed Martin
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Lead cross-functional resources in problem identification/resolution using lean/six sigma techniques such as value stream mapping, kaizen events, and six sigma projects that provide documentation benefits.
Operational Leadership Development Program Analyst
Lockheed Martin
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Focused on projects and initiatives that helped particularly in operations and supply chain management.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.
Corporate Risk Controls (CRC)
Hess Corporation
- Enable the core business processes of CRC to run efficiently and create an innovative environment of change and leadership by managing our banks and their processes closely
- Lead and coordinate all CRC strategic business process initiatives, process improvement efforts, innovation and change leadership
- Identification, prioritization, execution and resource planning of CRC projects through a centralized Project Management Office (PMO) function
- Utilize Lean / Six Sigma / Project Management/ Workout Sessions and other problem-solving and project management methodologies to drive project execution, innovative thinking and sustainable success while fostering a communicative and collaborative environment
- Design, implement, and coordinate planning, process engineering, technology development/ implementation, procedure documentation and organizational strategies
- Assist in organizational transition to new/re-engineered processes & methods and advise & support the E&P, and R&M business units, and the Corporate Office.
- Streamlined risk control processes, resulting in increased efficiency and cost savings for the organization.
- Improved risk assessment accuracy by conducting thorough on-site evaluations and identifying potential hazards.
Global Program Management & Operational Excellence Executive
Hess Corporation
- Conduct organizational, financial or process analysis, utilizing qualitative and quantitative analysis tools and techniques (i.e
- Six Sigma)
- Provide input to project definition including assisting with defining, designing and implementing process-based initiatives to improve business outcomes
- Keep Director, Global Business Improvement Projects and other stakeholders informed of progress on projects on a regular/ongoing basis
- Managed Business Process Outsourcing for companywide IT infrastructure outsourcing
- Primary role as Senior Account Manager / Originator on Energy Commodities team for a portfolio of 30 clients
- Responsible for creating business strategy and turning prospects into clients by building relationships with investors
- Proven ability to explain complex structures in a succinct manner
- Provide commodities coverage to client portfolio and strengthen bank's client network in the commodity markets
- Recognized ability to explain and sell complex structures to Senior Management (C-Suite)
- Managed complex portfolio with highly demanding clients and large transaction levels (between $200 million to $400 million) that generated substantial portion of team income
- Added $1.5 billion in new clients over the past 5 years
- Portfolio attracted global visibility within the bank and externally
- Managed entire client onboarding process from initial client development / origination, structuring to execution
- Key components addressed included but were not limited to: in-depth explanation of business operations, overall risk analysis, financial analysis and transaction / legal risk
- Success depended on buy-in of Senior Management, management of cross-functional teams and cultivating relationships with stakeholders
- Joined start-up team to develop the Energy Commodities portfolio in North America that defined and implemented commercial / growth strategy
- Portfolio grew from 3 clients and revenue of $2 million in 2010 to 30 clients and $26 million as of 2015
- Team started with 3 members and grew to 7 in 2015.
Education
MBA - Strategic Business
George Washington University
Washington05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology/MIS
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Troy, NY01.2002
Skills
- Operational Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Productivity Improvement
- Workflow Optimization
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Cost Reduction
- Best Practices Implementation
- Process Mapping
- Process Automation
- Business Process Management
- Lean Six Sigma
- Stakeholder Management
- Business process reengineering
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Continuous Improvement
Certification
- Certified , PROSCI Change Management
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
- PMP
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Process Excellence, North America
Henry Schein
01.2020 - Current
Finance Procurement PMO
Simons Foundation
06.2017 - 01.2018
Program/Project Management
RCI Consulting
05.2016 - 06.2017
Corporate Treasury Process Excellence/Project Management Office/Banking Services
Hess Corporation
01.2006 - 01.2016
Black Belt for Corporate EEO & Compensation
Lockheed Martin
01.2004 - 01.2006
Operational Leadership Development Program Analyst
Lockheed Martin
01.2002 - 01.2004
Corporate Risk Controls (CRC)
Hess Corporation
Global Program Management & Operational Excellence Executive
Hess Corporation
MBA - Strategic Business
George Washington University
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology/MIS
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute