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Kenneth Saavedra

# Project Management / Operations

Actively looking · Member since 2 Sep 2023 [Message](https://jobicy.com/dashboard-page.md)

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## About

Professional summaryA 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.

## Skills

7 capabilities[Administration](https://jobicy.com/talent/administration.md)[Leadership](https://jobicy.com/talent/leadership.md)[Microsoft Teams](https://jobicy.com/talent/microsoft-teams.md)[People Management](https://jobicy.com/talent/people-management.md)[Project Management](https://jobicy.com/talent/project-management.md)[Team Building](https://jobicy.com/talent/team-building.md)[Team Leadership](https://jobicy.com/talent/team-leadership.md)

## Experience

Career history

### Manager, R&D Projects · Thermo Fisher Scientific

November 2021 – PresentLed 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

March 2021 – November 2021Supported cross-departmental client programs.
Conducted Gemba Walks and JDI activities for process enhancement.

### Senior Manager, Project Management · ILABS (Innovation Labs)

October 2019 – March 2021Managed 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)

August 2019 – October 2021Optimized warehouse processes and IT system functionality.
Developed template BOM guidelines for production orders.

### Project Manager Director · Limelife by Alcone

August 2018 – June 2019Implemented 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

2003/2007Business Administration

Dean's List 2006 and 2007

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