Manager Project

Sharon Engen

Phone: 269-***-****

Email: **********@*****.***

EDUCATION & TRAINING

•Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI, MBA, 2006

•Davenport University, Kalamazoo, MI, BA, 2003

•PMI – PMP Training

•PM Alliance – 1st segment of training for Project Management

•Toastmasters International – Competent Communicator

•MSBO – Michigan School Business Officials; Business Office Manager

EXPERIENCE

Eaton Corporation (Bartech Inc)

Program Manager/Operational Buyer August 2017 – Present

Manage supplier relationships and opportunities for cost out, interpreting total cost management drivers for developing cost out sourcing strategies and product/supplier improvement, while ensuring production, delivery and capacity requirements for all commodities.

Creates innovative approaches for utilizing and applying project management tools to drive improved procurement practices taking leadership roles within department.

Manages all assigned current production supplier contacts, business relationships and commercial responsibilities for assigned commodity base.

Develop and help facilitate commodity strategic actions, while managing new and existing engineering part changes within commodity area.

Facilitates supplier questions on accounts payables and supports any necessary activity for disposition on invoice resolutions and/or payment issues.

Facilitates cross-functional collaboration with others to achieve the greatest outcomes in support of SCM strategic goals and initiatives.

Motorola Solutions

Customer Support Program Manager June 2016 – August 2017

Manage overall program deliverables including the installation schedule and business support for Infrastructure and Device Services.

Lead resolution of 911 system down issues for the Michigan State Police including deployment of remote technical support.

Administer Service Offerings that align to customer business needs while achieving optimal performance.

Communicate program status, risks, and milestones to all levels in the organization.

Manage State of Michigan customer portfolio exceeding $25M.

Drive strategic sourcing decisions to achieve program budget and timely launch.

Kellogg Company

Project Manager, Strategic Sourcing Category Manager April 2012 – June 2016

Managed cost reduction strategies for Global Engineering Capital Equipment Projects and Indirect Categories; led to a 33% reduction in spend, while supporting the Supplier Diversity Scorecard for growth and expansion.

Managed Capital Projects/Programs with reduced lead times and ensured compliance with quality standards, across multiple business units and locations.

Established cohesive project teams and project schedules to achieve flawless launch and execution plan for global manufacturing and co-manufacturing facilities.

Developed new sourcing strategies and processes that exceeded business outcomes.

Supervised 2 support personnel to assist in business initiatives.

Sharon Engen

Phone: 269-***-****

Email: **********@*****.***

EXPERIENCE (cont.)

Eaton Corporation (Bartech Inc.)

Supply Chain Program Manager

August 2010 – April 2012

Managed sourcing for a complex new program (EPS/Procision) consisting of 400+ parts.

Led cross functional initiatives with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality to achieve program deliverables.

Developed and led strategies for Capital Tooling, Sourcing Councils, Gate Reviews, & Component Risk Assessments which met program milestones.

Led sourcing strategies for forgings, hardened tool, and carbon steel machined parts.

Managed timing and deliverables in MS Project including sourcing strategies, supplier capability, and critical path escalation required for key builds.

Participated in APQP reviews with Supplier Development and Quality Engineers to achieve quality compliance.

Negotiated capital tooling and component pricing consisting of terms and conditions, warranty, and logistics.

Participated in workshops resulting in process improvements and reduced costs.

Dana Corporation

Program and Project Manager, Production Commodity Manager

July 2007 – July 2010

Managed $72M of Engineering Prototype Builds with Quality, Engineering, and Suppliers.

Held a portfolio of $52M commodity spend for Hubs/Drums/Wheel Ends, Plastics, Seals, Limited Slip Differentials, Steer Cylinders, Pumps, Valves, Fasteners, Name Plates and Labels, Hose & Fittings, Filters, and Greases/Oils.

Managed sourcing and VAVE projects which led to a decrease in the supply base from 26 to 9, and resulted in cost savings of nearly $7M over 2 years.

Led value-add teams for customer directed spend for Chrysler, Ford, Hino, Kenworth, Volvo, and International Truck OEMs.

Directed Facilities Management Spend in Michigan and Ohio, including lease contracts, capital expenditures, maintenance, repair, and operations.

Western Michigan University

Project Manager, Strategic Sourcing September 2004 – July 2007

Purchasing Manager

Researched, prepared, delivered data and results for capital equipment purchases required for the interior of a new $28.5M Chemistry building, on time and within budget.

Assigned all warranties and service contracts for new and existing facilities on the Kalamazoo campus, including HVAC, building infrastructure and equipment.

Designed classrooms and labs with CAD.

Cross trained for Human Resource recruiting and hiring, Business Office Accounts Payable and Purchasing functions, and acquired Risk Management competencies for University Relations.

Served in University Purchasing for processing P-Card administration, including supplies and services for all departments.

Produced RFP/RFQ’s as required; negotiated supplier contracts.

Communicated clearly and effectively with all campus facilities and staff.

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