Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Trainingandseminarsattended
Awardsandacknowledgements
Languages
Certification
Timeline
BusinessAnalyst

KAREN LARA MANGUIAT

Regina,Canada

Summary

Experienced senior data analyst skilled in advanced statistical tools and data visualization techniques to generate business insights. Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable results, adapting seamlessly to changing project requirements. Recognized for reliability, critical thinking, and the capability to translate intricate datasets into strategic recommendations.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification

Work History

Project Management Lead / Senior Data Analyst

Consumers Refinery Cooperative
08.2020 - Current
  • Delivered comprehensive reports highlighting key trends, patterns, anomalies, presenting findings to senior management for informed decision-making purposes.
  • Analyzed large amounts of data to identify trends and find patterns, signals and hidden stories within data.
  • Served as a subject matter expert on various projects, sharing valuable insights derived from extensive industry experience as a Senior Data Analyst.
  • Spearheaded the implementation of dashboard visualization tools, providing actionable insights for stakeholders and decision-makers.
  • Reduced manual data entry errors by designing and deploying automated ETL processes to transform raw data into usable formats.
  • Performed root-cause analysis on data-related system problems to recommend or execute corrective action.
  • Developed and implemented data collection systems and other strategies to optimize statistical efficiency and data quality.
  • Spearheaded project to automate routine data processing tasks, freeing up analyst time for more complex analysis.

LEAN PROCESS ANALYST

Brandt Group of Companies
01.2019 - 04.2020
  • Analyzed and documented company processes for executive leadership and suggested areas for improvement.
  • Liaised with staff managers to collaboratively design process change implementation plans.
  • Increased efficiency and team performance by implementing actionable process improvements.
  • Led workshops aimed at fostering a culture of continuous improvement among team members.
  • Processed management reports on monthly basis through effective collaboration with various departments.
  • Designed process models to provide clear, understandable tools for presenting complex business processes to individuals with minimal knowledge on topic.
  • Conducted root cause analyses to pinpoint underlying problems within existing processes, enabling targeted improvements.
  • Maintained authoritative knowledge on change management techniques effective in improving processes without disrupting operations.
  • Implemented Lean Six Sigma methodologies to optimize processes and eliminate waste, leading to greater efficiency across departments.
  • Collaborated closely with stakeholders during each phase of project planning and execution for maximum buy-in and success rate.
  • Facilitated change management efforts by effectively communicating the benefits of proposed alterations in established processes.

INVENTORY ANALYST SUPERVISOR

Bourgault Industries Ltd.
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Ensured timeliness of inventory related transactions and availability of raw materials, manufactured, and purchased part in time for scheduled production
  • Performed accuracy checks in different Company’s production warehouses and develop metrics to measure inventory efficiencies
  • Established Company’s performance metrics to ensure that inventories are always at their correct quantity and condition and develops problem-solving to address variances in inventory practices through creation of sound policies and procedures, standardized work and enhanced inter-functional collaboration
  • Ensured timely replenishment of stock, closely monitoring lead times and coordinating with suppliers for on-time deliveries.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination of inventory movement across departments.
  • Supported the implementation of new systems and processes that led to improvements in overall inventory management performance.
  • Resolved internal customer concerns promptly, fostering positive relationships between supply chain functions while maintaining high service levels throughout the organization.

Education

Masters - Human Resources Management

De La Salle University

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Accounting

University of Santo Tomas

Skills

  • Advanced Excel
  • Data warehousing
  • Business intelligence
  • Tableau software
  • Advanced analytics
  • Statistical modeling
  • Data mining techniques
  • Predictive analysis
  • Dashboard creation
  • Data and analytics
  • KPI tracking
  • Project management
  • Tableau
  • Data mapping
  • Predictive modeling
  • Business analysis
  • Strategic planning

Trainingandseminarsattended

  • 11/14/06 - 11/30/06, TOYOTA BUSINESS PRACTICES, TOYOTA INSTITUTE JAPAN, Toyota Motor Corporation, Mikkabi, Japan
  • 06/27/05 - 07/20/05, BASICS OF TOYOTA PRODUCTION SYSTEM TRAINER TRAINING COURSE, MR. YOSHITO FUKUMURA, Master Trainer, Toyota Motor Corporation, Japan
  • 07/01/04 - 07/20/04, TOYOTA JOB INSTRUCTION COURSE, MR. YOSHITO FUKUMURA, Master Trainer, Toyota Motor Corporation, Japan

Awardsandacknowledgements

  • Master Trainer in TWI (Training Within Industry) Job Instruction awarded by Toyota Motor Corporation (Japan) – equivalent of Lean Six Sigma Black Belt in the Western Production methodology
  • Toyota Production System Certified Trainer awarded by Toyota Motor Corporation (Japan)
  • Regional Trainer in Toyota Business Practices (Problem-solving) by Toyota Motor Asia Pacific (Thailand)
  • Lean Black Belt Trainer as designated by Lean Sensei Institute (Canada)

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
  • Project Management Institute Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
  • Six Sigma Certification

Timeline

Project Management Lead / Senior Data Analyst

Consumers Refinery Cooperative
08.2020 - Current

LEAN PROCESS ANALYST

Brandt Group of Companies
01.2019 - 04.2020

INVENTORY ANALYST SUPERVISOR

Bourgault Industries Ltd.
01.2018 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Accounting

University of Santo Tomas

Masters - Human Resources Management

De La Salle University
KAREN LARA MANGUIAT