Kenneth Saavedra
Kenneth Saavedra

Project Management / Operations

Actively looking · Member since 2 Sep 2023
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Location
United States
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Full Time
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About

Professional summary

A seasoned project management leader with 15+ years’ experience within the CDMO / CMO industry having an extensive history of optimizing operations, fostering innovation, and driving collaboration across cross-functional teams for successful project outcomes.

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7 capabilities

Experience

Career history

Manager, R&D Projects Thermo Fisher Scientific

Led a team of 5 OPLs, achieving operational readiness.
Revamped Operations Run Readiness Report, elevating OTD from 31% to 71%.
Introduced SmartSheet widgets for accountability across departments.
Implemented Raw Material Specifications Creation, clearing a 300+ backlog.
Championed Kaizen for reduced Tier 3/4 escalations from 30% to 13%.
Candidate for the Operations Development Program.

Operations Project Lead Thermo Fisher Scientific

Supported cross-departmental client programs.
Conducted Gemba Walks and JDI activities for process enhancement.

Senior Manager, Project Management ILABS (Innovation Labs)

Managed launch schedules, product development, and quality control.
Led Engineering Teams in pilot batches and first productions.
Achieved a $400K forecast and guided Sales on new launches.

Project Management and Warehouse Consultant ILABS (Innovation Labs)

Optimized warehouse processes and IT system functionality.
Developed template BOM guidelines for production orders.

Project Manager Director Limelife by Alcone

Implemented DAM software, supporting global teams.
Executed regulatory affairs and product registration globally.
Led trademarking efforts and assessed launch feasibility.
Achieved 38% cost savings on global translations
Spearheaded international product launches.
Managed website content and IT collaboration for launches.

Education

Learning history

New Jersey City University

Business Administration

Dean's List 2006 and 2007

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