Project Manager Management
Resume:
Diana Jarava
Arlington, TN ****2
Global Operational and Engineering Excellence
Results-driven bilingual professional with an extensive background in industrial engineering, specializing in project management and logistics and transportation processes. Recognized for excellent analytical and communication skills demonstrated by over 10 years of experience in fast-paced environments. Action-oriented with strong ability to communicate effectively using relationship-building skills to inspire maximum productivity and effectiveness at all corporate and warehouse levels.
Skills Summary
Project Management
LEAN Methodology
Process improvement
Facility Decommissioning
Labor Management Systems
Time Studies
Change Management
Operations Management
Business/Statisical Analysis
Flow Diagramming
Procedure development
Facility Layout design
Pursuasive Communicator
Operational Streamlining
English/Spanish fluency
Information/Data Flow
Career Highlights
PFIZER – Memphis, TN
2007-2011
$48B Pharmaceutical company ranked #1 in sales in the world / Stationed at Pfizer Memphis – Company’s largest pharmaceutical logistics center in the world
Solutions Development Engineer / Industrial Engineer
Responsible for the analysis, design, and implementation of practical and alternative solutions that are within budgetary limits while meeting all customer requirements and business models. Skilled project manager, capable of implementing solutions within and between locations/sites by aligning cross-functional teams that work towards a defined objective, scope and deliverables. Managed teams to ensure projects stay on schedule, on budget and meet performance expectations, while ensuring that created change management plans are followed through in a timely manner to form a successful buy-in. Revised labor standards by appraising operational capacity data, production rates and service levels as well as developed head count, capability and staffing tools. Applied analytical methods including Six Sigma and LEAN to leverage cost, lead time and inventory reductions while increasing productivity.
Recent Achievements
Designed, implemented and oversaw construction of new Nitrogen pick/pack line for Mexico Animal Health Group
Successfully conducted time studies in the Returns Area that reduced errors by 85% and reduced cycle time from 15 days to 1 day
Quickly responded to drug shortages in the U.S, South America, Europe and Asia, particulary in the Nitrogen Area through nimble execution in the Animal Health Division
Spearheaded the introduction of the Labor Management System in the Memphis facility
o Created RFP, conducted time studies and trained management leads
o Increased efficiency by 40% by redesigning operations and developing new standards
Effectively led the decommissioning of the Animal Health, Granjas facility in Mexico
o Generated $1.2m in savings by not outsourcing the operation
Successfully led the transition of the Granjas operation into the Toluca facility in Mexico
o Launched 20 new products with transition
o Designed, implemented a new layout for additional volume
o Secured savings of more than 12% with new transportation models
Supported the analysis of consolidating and centralizing of Logistics Centers in Central America
o Projected savings of 24% over the next 5 years
Created a post-closure project list that resulted in being adopted by entire department for Project Manager use
THE BON-TON CORPORATE OFFICE – York, PA
2004-2006
Assistant Buyer - Intimate Apparel, Slippers, Hosiery
Partnered with lead buyer interpreting open-to-buy, sales, plan changes, markdown events and advertising.
Made recommendations based on weekly analysis of stock sales by classifications and identification of trends in order to achieve planned sales, merchandise balance, inventory goals and turnover
Created and maintained competitive pricing reports
Assisted in all aspects of the development of product editing, launches, marketing and advertising. This included choosing the samples, organizing the layouts with advertising, proofreading direct mail catalogs, broadsheets and Internet pages
Maintained a consistent relationship with vendors regarding new brochures, samples, product development issues, late deliveries, cancellations, quality issues, returns and markdown allowances
Recognized for providing deadline-driven quality solutions to communication of information / reports through word documents, excel spreadsheets, databases and graphics
UNITED PARCEL SERVICE (UPS) – Burtonsville, MD
2001-2003
Industrial Engineer / Management Trainee
Co- managed two centers measuring approximately 50,000 square feet with up to 20 direct reports. Provided oversight of all operational site performance reporting and identified process improvement opportunities.
Made recommendations based on weekly analysis of stock sales by classifications and identification of trends in order to achieve planned sales, merchandise balance, inventory goals and turnover
Created and implemented more efficient procedures to process over 10,000 parcels a day
Cut overhead expenses by 20% saving over $70,000 in a two year period
Processed documentation, increased production output, key problem solving and program management
Managed volume forecasting, operational planning, facility planning, efficiency enhancement projects, technology integration and implementation, cost modeling, and training development
Received UPS Award for closest volume and stop projections in the Metro DC District two years in a row (2002 & 2003)
Provided analytical, process improvement and project management services to both the operations and upper management
Developed and maintained site master operating plans, facility layouts and work flow for current and future sites.
Developed and maintained Time-in-Transit management tools
Served as project leader on selected key projects
Compiled information required for cost appropriate solutions
TOYS “R” US – Frederick, MD 2000-2000
Intern Supervisor
Supervised approximately 10 employees within the re-pack and piece pick functions and maintained a consistent level of communication with associates by identifying daily goals and results.
Contributed to attaining the goal of reaching a 99.5% fill rate in three consecutive days for the first time in the distribution center’s history
Education
B.S., Logistics, Transportation and Supply Chain Management, University of Maryland, College Park, MD, 2001
B.S., Business and Management, University of Maryland, College Park, MD, 2001
Minor: International Business, University of Maryland, College Park, MD, 2001
B.A., Spanish Translation, University of Maryland, College Park, MD, 2001
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