Aaron W. O'Dell Freeport, PA **229
PMP and SSCBB Candidate with background in 716-***-****
Operations Management and Proposal Engineering
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Qualifications/Skill Set
• Commercial Operations Management
• Project Management, Microsoft Project
• Terms and Conditions review and negotiation
• Risk review and mitigation, Inquiry to Order (ITO) Process,
• Cross-functional team coordination
• Technical business solution research and development.
• Process Control, Process Improvement, Asset Reliability
Management
• Failure analysis, Non-Destructive testing
• High-demand Performance computer systems and networks
design and construction.
• IPX, PLC, cDAQ and HMI.
• 16+ years in customer relations and sales.
• Structured wiring, data backup, and surveillance systems.
• Quickly able to ascend learning curve of new computer
networking/hardware systems, CRM software and support tools.
• Able to establish positive customer relationships quickly.
• Successfully led production of next generation product from
ground-level to market within 6 months.
Education and Certifications
Lean Six Sigma Certification – Efficiency and Problem Solving
October 2014
January 2015 Completed Project Management Professional Certification Prep Course
Member of Project Management Institute (PMI), Local Pittsburgh Chapter and National
August 2012
Membership
PEC Premier (Petroleum Education Council) administered certifications, Pittsburgh, PA.
January 2012
- Medic First Aid, Medic Bloodborne Pathogens, Marcellus Shale Energy Readiness
Certification, PEC Core Compliance, SafeGulf, SafeLand, and H2S Training.
1998 - 2000 Erie Community College, Buffalo, NY – A.D. Electrical Engineering, minor in Math,
minor concentration in R.F. Communications.
Pensacola Christian College, Pensacola, FL – Mechanical Engineering, 2.5 years.
1996 - 1998
1995-1996 Drafting/CAD at Vocational-Technical Program Erie II BOCES, Buffalo, NY.
Professional Experience
General Electric – Power Conversion, Pittsburgh,
August 2012 – September 2014
PA
Commercial Operations Manager, Services Department
Drive the Commercial Operations Inquiry to Order
(ITO) processes for the Southern and Western US
regions and the Caribbean.
Charged with delivering a total project quotation
solution, from Terms and Conditions review to
establishing costing/market level pricing.
Single point of contact for establishing risk reviews
Developed a close cross-functional relationship between
Sales, Factory Production, Application Engineering,
Project Operations and Product Management.
Developed and Maintained close customer
relationships.
Quantum Engineered Products, Saxonburg, PA
August 2011 – January 2012
Process Control Manager, TFA Project
Led development of 3rd generation Process Control
hardware.
Critically reviewed of current product in a production
environment, researching design limits, and creating
specs for improvements.
Developed Quality Assurance specs and testing and
wrote technical reports, summaries, and associated
documentation.
Spearheaded testing, (including Non-Destructive
Testing) to ensure compliance with product quality
specifications.
Implemented approved modifications. Created
comprehensive installation, operations, and training
guide. Collaborated to formulate marketing strategies
for US and foreign customers and worked to maximize
customer loyalty and satisfaction.
September 2010 - February 2011 Best Buy, Tarentum, PA
Interactive Technology Specialist
Implemented a new “Connected Store” test market concept.
Tasked with innovation and thinking outside the box to ensure strategy
success. Implemented technical workshops and an immersive
demonstration strategy for product of interest.
Developed a successful strategy for earning customer trust, loyalty and
satisfaction. Maintained smooth operation of the store's integrated systems.
Developed and implemented comprehensive technical training plan for all
new hires. Evaluated and trained current employees as needed. Corporately
recognized by CEO for outstanding performance.
September 2005 - April 2010 NitrousPC, Glenwood, NY
Owner – Computer Technical Services Provider
Systems design, integration, and support for local small businesses and
residential customers.
Structured network solutions, POS systems, Data and Video backup,
Closed Circuit and Internet accessible surveillance systems.
Knowledgebase, RMA authorization, Computer sales (laptop and desktop),
Upgrades and services, Managed accounts (payable and receivable),
Invoicing, Administered all aspects of the business, including Equipment
Evaluation and Expenditure Requests.