Ajay A. Patel, BSME
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EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:
BSc. Mechanical Engineering
Drexel University, ’03 – Philadelphia, Pa. GPA: 3.4
Six Sigma Green Belt
Philadelphia Energy Solutions, 2015
SKILL SET:
Safety First Mindset – Deep understanding and appreciation for working safely in an industrial environment.
Relationship Development – Avid networker who understands the value of relationships.
Project Management – Professional experience coordinating large construction projects.
Sales & Communication – An ability to simplify & communicate complicated subject matter.
Business Process Improvement – Proven success in improving businesses & operations.
RECENT EXPERIENCE:
United Wealth Group (April 2017 – Present)
Created and managed a marketing plan to grow a startup business.
Drove sales efforts by focusing on customer needs and providing solutions.
Built a customer pipeline through avid networking, relationship building, and introductions.
Philadelphia Energy Solutions/Sunoco, Inc. (Feb. 2007 – October 2016)
Business Planning & Optimization Analyst (July 2014 to October 2016)
Developed forecasting which drove organizational crude oil purchases of $9 Billion annually.
Rebuilt in house data management systems; implemented new systems used for reporting data.
Led a Six-Sigma team that realized $65M in cost reductions.
Communicated long-term planning strategies across all refining operations.
Coordinated closely with different segments of the refining operation during unplanned events to reduce cost impact.
Maintenance & Reliability Engineer, Supervisor, & Scheduler (February 2007 – July 2014)
Oversaw and planned the activities of both in-house and contractor Maintenance personnel (200+ tradesman).
Communicated a weekly Maintenance Plan and Personnel Look-Ahead projections for the refining Maintenance organization.
Managed & coordinated multiple plant construction & shutdown events.
Provided analysis of in service fixed equipment to prevent unplanned outages & incidents.
PERSONAL INTERESTS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Eagle Scout
5th Degree Blackbelt
Cyclist – approx. 100-120 miles/week