Robin Kertis

Experience

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  Valley Remanufacturing, Inc.

  Jan 1997 - Jan 2010

  Facilitated all aspects of product commitment to customers, from signed contract through the manufacturing process, to on-site delivery. Accomplishments include:• Executed client work based on timelines and team capacity from contract to engineering through purchasing and manufacturing until delivery and installation. • Collaborated with Sales, R&D, Engineering and Field Service crews in formulating project strategies and delivering custom designs to meet client requirements.• Interpreted specifications for project RFP response, including cost of materials, labor, and equipment, which led to contract award scopes of over $500,000.• Analyzed and understood project goals facilitating team support and the satisfaction of needs based on production schedule periods, building layouts and budget constraints.• Aligned purchasing with manufacturing in researching cost reduction initiatives for larger profit and greater efficiency by analyzing vendors, inventory controls, turnaround of equipment and customer feedback. Show less

  • Project Manager, Operations & Product Development

    Jan 2006 - Jan 2010

  • Engineering Coordinator

    Jan 2004 - Jan 2006

  • Design Drafter

    Jan 1997 - Jan 2004
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  Community Action Lehigh Valley

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2015

  Provided operational and project management leadership, communicating to teams, vendors, contractors, and stakeholders. Accomplishments include:• Established budget and cost management processes, aligning multiple disciplines, programs, administration, and facilities for more comprehensive insight to organizational financials. • Created a cohesive process for researching, quoting, and hiring vendors for six locations improving facilities management, which resulted in the first year $10,000 cost decrease.• Led warehouse renovation under a $350,000 budget, conducting on-site meetings to discuss project process with crews; trouble-shot and resolved any issues/problems impeding workflow or deadlines.• Prepared RFP’s, bid documentation and agreements for vendors and contractors to complete a $200,000 project, coming in $20,000 under budget and completed two weeks early.• Reduced IT costs by $100,000, launching and leading 3-year technology plan driven by integrated software modules supporting agency processes and providing change management plans for 100 staff members. Show less

  • Associate Executive Director, Operations & Sustainability

    Jan 2013 - Jan 2015

  • Administrative Services Manager

    Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

  • Project Coordinator

    Jan 2010 - Jan 2011
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  HMP Global

  Jan 2017 - Jan 2022

  Led project management team of a global healthcare education and clinician engagement organization while managing my own portfolio of client-based initiatives including life science educational events and new product marketing.Accomplishments:• Supported sales efforts by actively participating in setting client expectations for future engagements, fostering trust and alignment between clients and the organization.• Managed client contracts from sales introduction through close, including developing and delivering a comprehensive project review presentation.• Facilitated international and national medical key opinion leaders (KOLs) through project planning and execution of advisory boards, peer review publications, product education and marketing.• Spearheaded proactive solutions, leveraging waterfall and agile management methodologies to achieve optimal outcomes for the successful launch of a global learning network.• Led and created new workflows and processes in parallel to the development and launch of a new virtual product.• Reduced project timelines from twelve to two weeks during COVID pandemic evolving environment to ensure current information was presented to healthcare workers. Show less

  • Director Project & Program Management

    Jan 2019 - Jan 2022

  • Senior Project Manager

    Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

  • Project Manager

    Jan 2017 - Jan 2018
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  DENTALEZ

  Jan 2022 - Jan 2024

  Senior Manager, Strategic Initiatives & Business Growth

  Build, lead, and manage the project and change management offices of a medical device manufacturer with four separate brand entities, creating first time processes and consistency across the corporation. Projects and initiatives include product launches and system updates.Accomplishments:• Led a six-month initiative which included two new business partners, the hiring of a new sales force and the associated ERP, CRM, marketing, and training projects for business growth.• Managed a $1M tradeshow budget, overseeing vendor communication, ensured timely payments, and optimized resource allocation.• Plan, execute and close product launches, defining workflows that impact multiple departments (engineering, operations, finance, and customer service) decreasing issues to end-users.• Demonstrated resourcefulness as a problem-solver, delivering innovative solutions customized to overcome implementation obstacles and exceeding project goals.• Facilitate and document standard processes within quality management systems across four entities, ensuring consistency and audit compliance. Show less