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Abhi Narang

Cross Functional Leader | Senior Project/Program Manager | MBA, PMP, Six Sigma Green Belt

Cary, North Carolina

Skills

Purchase Orders
Purchasing Negotiation
Purchasing Processes
Purchase Requisitions
Strategic Planning
Operational Planning
Preventive Maintenance
Maintenance
SAP Supply Chain
SAP ERP
SAP Implementation
Agile Project Management
Scheduling
Contract Management
Cross-Cultural Communication Skills
Cross-Functional Team Building
Time Management
Cross-functional Coordination
Financial Analysis
Business Case Preparation

Education

Work Experience

  • Senior Project Manager

    2022

    In my role as Senior Project Manager at Teleflex, I spearheaded the implementation of the Global Labelling Solution (GLS), managing IT system changes and regulatory updates for medical device labelling. I led a diverse project team, reduced Field Corrective Actions to zero, and developed a project KPI dashboard in Planview (Project Management software).

  • Angel Investor

    2020

    • Led due diligence processes for potential investments at Charlotte Angel Fund, ensuring sound investment decisions. • Mentored founders in developing business strategies and securing funding, fostering growth and success. • Participated in Carolina Angel Network and Venture South meetings to evaluate investment opportunities, expanding network and knowledge.

  • Startup Mentor

    2022 - 2022

    Mentoring early stage founders in overall business strategy and fund raising efforts.

  • Participant

    2021 - 2021

    Member of July 2021 cohort. Accelerator focused on helping first time founders in raising institutional capital.

2020 - 2022

  • Co-Founder

    2020 - 2022

    Led product development and fund raising efforts

2011 - 2019

  • Chief Project Manager - Volvo Group North America

    2018 - 2019

    Led cross functional global projects/programs for supply chain process and IT development/improvement at Volvo Group North America.

  • Chief Project Manager - Global Process Development, Volvo Group

    2013 - 2017

    Global Supply Chain Program Manager for Volvo group global parts business. Led cross functional, cross cultural, global projects for SAP implementations, supply chain and IT process improvement/development etc.

  • Project Manager - Development & Project Execution, Logistics Development Americas

    2012 - 2013

    Warehouse layout and design Warehouse space analysis Warehouse process development and implementation Purchasing carrier services for outbound Supply chain & logistics project management External Inbound, Vehicle outbound & Packaging

  • Product Development Project Manager

    2011 - 2012

    Led product development projects for developing supply chain solutions for Mack & Volvo Trucks production supply chain and other Volvo group business units.

New Breed Logistics (acquired by XPO Logistics)

2008 - 2011

  • Senior Business Analyst - Supply Chain Solutions

    2008 - 2011

    • Led cross functional teams in retail and e-commerce distribution center startups, optimizing processes for efficiency. • Developed executive operations reporting and inventory management strategies to enhance supply chain operations. • Implemented conveyor design and internal consulting to drive customer success and operational excellence.

  • Purchasing & Supply Chain MBA Intern

    2007 - 2008

    Commodity management Kanban supplier assessment and selection Supplier performance management

Bharat Aluminium Company(BALCO), Vedanta Resources Plc

2004 - 2006

  • Assistant Manager Operations & Purchasing

    2004 - 2006

    • Managed operations and maintenance activities in pot room smelter as a shift manager at Bharat Aluminium Company(BALCO), Vedanta Resources Plc. • Developed suppliers, managed their performance, and implemented dual sourcing strategies to ensure smooth operations. • Led a team of 15 process engineers to optimize processes and enhance efficiency.

Bharat Aluminum Company, Vedanta Resources

2004 - 2005

  • Operations & Purchasing Engineer

    2004 - 2005

    International project management Process engineering Materials management