Business Process Continuous Improvement
Resume:
MEHRYAR SALIM
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Business Transformation Operational Excellence Lean Six Sigma
Experienced Business Process Improvement (BPI) practitioner and Enterprise Transformation agent
Diverse background implementing Operational Excellence programs with strategic and financial benefits
Extensive Lean Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement project experience across different industries
Ability to handle uncertainty and solve complex business problems working with cross-functional teams
Creative trainer and facilitator guiding efforts of employees to align with corporate goals and objectives COMPETENCIES
Lean Six Sigma Business Process Transformation Cross-functional Leadership Operational Excellence Business Process Management Change Management Continuous Improvement Business Process Re-engineering Stakeholder Management Project Portfolio Management Performance Management Systems Training and Facilitation Skills/Tools: BPMN, MS-Visio, ARIS, BusinessOptix, APQC, SCOR, MS-Project, Jira, GE-CAP, Minitab PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
(2024 – Present) BPEX Solutions, Cromwell, Connecticut, USA Founder and Principal Consultant
Established and leading a Business Process Transformation outsourcing and managed services company
(2021 – 2023) Akoya Biosciences, Marlborough, Massachusetts, USA Manager (Head), Business Process Excellence (BPEX) Led BPEX implementation at a Biosciences Instruments and Imaging Solutions Services Company with focus on establishing visibility across the Organization and transforming Core Business Processes:
• Established the Department and developed BPEX program, functional strategy and deployment roadmap
• Managed a diverse portfolio of over 175 operations sustainment and business transformation projects
• Accelerated key initiatives to improve Customer Experience, Product Availability, and Product Delivery
• Developed Business Process Architecture and established guidelines for Business Process Management
• Executed, supported, and delivered high-impact Process Design, Re-engineering, Streamlining, and Lean Six Sigma projects across multiple workstreams contributing to over 50M increase in revenue
(2019 – 2020) Independent Consultant – Business Transformation, International Locations Consulting and research in Business Process Design, Management, Re-engineering, and Transformation:
• Prepared Business Case, Business Model, Process Architecture, and Workforce Plan for setting up a Real Estate Shared Services and Global Outsourcing Company partnering with Explore Global, UK
• Developed Business Process Re-engineering roadmap, approach, and project plan collaborating with Ideate Innovation for Digital Transformation at Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan
• Authoring a book on Business Process Transformation using process visualization techniques, presenting a foundation and structure for process change management and improvement initiatives
(2018 – 2018) AeroCision – Kinetic Engine Systems, Chester, Connecticut, USA Manager, New Product Introduction (NPI)
Managed the overall NPI program, from developing launch plans to delivering parts at an Aerospace supplier of complex exotic metals engine parts for OEMs including GE and Rolls-Royce:
• Developed NPI improvement strategy and streamlined operations across launch process value stream
• Restructured NPI based on customer expectations, market requirements, and organizational capabilities
(2017 – 2018) Biogen / IRI, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA & Europe Senior Business Analyst, Global Supply Chain (GSC) Optimization & Operational Excellence Provided leadership support for $1.5B Biotechnology drug substance New Product Introduction (NPI) and facility startup in Switzerland, including Operational Readiness, Business Execution System Integration, and Business Process Management of Global Supply Chain Operations for Next Generation Manufacturing:
• Supported PMO during identification, design/re-design, standardization, and integration of processes
• Engaged stakeholders and coordinated teams to leverage resources, relationships, and knowledge
• Developed BPM Strategy, Maturity Framework, Process Architecture, and Business Process Models
• Collaborated with Process Owners, SMEs, and IT to define Business Requirements and Specifications
• Re-designed, streamlined, and simplified Business Processes using Re-engineering (BPR) techniques
• Facilitated end-to-end review of GSC processes to identify gaps, operational risks, and improvements
(2016 – 2017) GKN Aerospace Services Structures / ESSGII, Cromwell, CT, USA Industrial Engineering Consultant
• Provided engineering expertise including Layout Design for New Facility startup and Value Stream improvements for multiple product lines at three Aerospace Composite Structures facilities
• Supported and provided coaching for the Continuous Improvement and Lean Transformation initiatives
• Analyzed Value Streams, identified constraints, and recommended improvements across product lines
• Optimized facility layout designs and established operational capabilities for improved process flow
(2009 – 2016) Assistant Professor of Business and Independent Consultant, Lahore, Pakistan
• (2009 – 2014) School of Management, Department of Business, Forman Christian College / University Developed and delivered BS, MBA, EMBA, and Executive Corporate courses in Operational Excellence, Lean Six Sigma, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, and Productivity Management
• (2016 – 2016) Consultant and Advisor, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Managed a team of consultants for Quality Improvement of automotive suppliers using the Toyota Way
• (2009 – 2012) Six Sigma Consultant, Turbomach–Caterpillar Facilitated high impact projects and coached teams to improve After-Sales Planning and Delivery Services using an Integrated Six Sigma and Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) approach
(2006 – 2007) Thales Aerospace – Avionics Division, Edison, New Jersey, USA Continuous Improvement Manager – Top Link Services
• Led roll-out of a new Continuous Improvement program for Avionics Repair and Distribution Services
• Developed strategy, budget, and roadmap for integration of Lean Six Sigma with existing CI program
• Delivered Lean Six Sigma improvement projects for cost reduction of Supply Chain fulfillment processes
• Improved collaboration on projects by engaging process owners and employing team-building techniques
• Facilitated teams in identifying opportunities for new technologies/programs with potential benefits of $4M
(2004 – 2005) Tyco International – Electronics Division, East Berlin, Pennsylvania, USA Six Sigma Black Belt / Lean Implementation Leader / IEIII Communications & Consumer Electronics
• Operational Excellence Leader and Change Agent for a Global manufacturer of electronics connectors
• Established vision, strategic direction, and implementation plan for the Site Lean Six Sigma initiative
• Worked in the capacity of Site Six Sigma Master Black Belt including coaching of Green and Black Belts
• Trained and developed Lean participants, and facilitated Kaizen events for effective delivery of projects using Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Cellular Design, Kanban, Single-piece Flow, SMED, Poke Yoke, TPM
• Delivered high-impact Lean and Six Sigma projects with cost savings of over $2.5M for the Business site
(2001 – 2002) General Electric (GE) Appliances / MABE / ATS, Celaya, Guanajuato, Mexico Advanced Quality Engineer – Six Sigma, Quantum Leap International Program
• Supported Quantum Leap International Program, a $600M New Product Introduction by GE Appliances
• Implemented Six Sigma in design, manufacturing, assembly of side-by-side and top-mount refrigerators
• Utilized Six Sigma principles to develop, improve, and optimize manufacturing processes and equipment
• Managed Six Sigma Deviation program and ensured on-time closure of over 2,000 program deviations
• Delivered DFSS and DMAIC projects with Service Call Rate improvements and cost savings of over $3M EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
• MS Industrial & Management Systems Engineering, West Virginia University, WV, USA Research: Computerized Maintenance Optimization System: Developed reliability-based models for optimization of preventive replacement intervals
• BS Mechanical Engineering, University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore, Pakistan
• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB 2256), ASQ (2004 – Current)
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE 45726), ASQ (2003 – Current)
• Lean Implementation Leader (Training), Tyco Electronics (2005)
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