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MARJAN IZADPANAH

Thornhill,CA

Summary

I am a dedicated Data and Business Analyst with a solid foundation in Operations Management and Industrial Engineering. My expertise lies in turning complex data into actionable insights that streamline operations and inform strategic decisions. Known for meticulous data analysis and model building, I also bring a commitment to data integrity and accuracy. I effectively translate technical details into clear strategies, engaging stakeholders across various levels.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

TEACHING ASSISTANT, DATA ANALYSIS AND BUSINESS MODELING

Goodman School of Business, Department of Finance, Operations & Information Systems
St. Catharine’s, ON, CA
09.2023 - Current
  • Led practical lab sessions on advanced data analysis techniques using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access, focusing on Analytics and Data Visualization, Regression Modeling, Forecasting, and Linear Programming, Database Management

TEACHING ASSISTANT, QUANTITATIVE METHODS FOR INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Goodman School of Business, Department of Finance, Operations & Information Systems
St. Catharine’s, ON, CA
01.2023 - 12.2023

BUSINESS DATA ANALYST

Baftineh and Baftsan Company
Tehran, Iran
05.2020 - 12.2021
  • Developed time series models to predict infection rates, informing strategic distribution to high-need areas
  • Managed dashboards for data visualization, enhancing decision-making efficiency.

INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND SALES SPECIALIST

Self-Employed
Tehran, Iran
02.2017 - 06.2020
  • Spearheaded the importation and sales operations of fog machines from Garland, a Spanish company, with products manufactured in China, to the Iranian market.

COMMERCIAL AND SALES EXPERT

Khaneh Bagh Company
Tehran, Iran
11.2012 - 05.2019
  • Managed end-to-end commercial sales processes, demonstrating expertise in negotiating with suppliers, price setting, and closing deals to drive business growth.

Education

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT- OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS -

Brock University
01.2024

MASTER OF SCIENCE INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING- ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL SYSTEMS -

Tarbiat Modarres University of Tehran
01.2011

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE- STATISTICS -

Shahid Beheshti University of Tehran
01.2009

Skills

  • Excel (VLookup/ Hlookup, Conditional Formatting, Pivot Tables, Solver, Data analysis tools, Visualization, Dashboard creation)
  • MySQL (API call, Database Integration, Query Design)
  • Python (Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib, Seaborn, SciPy, Imblearn)
  • Tableau (Dashboard and Story Creation, Advanced Chart Types)
  • MS Power BI (Dashboards and Advanced Visualization)
  • MS access (Form Design, Query Design, Reporting)
  • Spss (Data transformation, Statistical tests, Multivariate Analysis, Advanced Charts, Predictive modeling)
  • Machine learning classification and forecasting models (Feature Engineering and Selection, Hyperparameter Tuning, Evaluation Metrics)

Projects

RAILROAD TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS IN CANADA: DATA-DRIVEN RISK ANALYSIS AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, Granted by 2022 Social Science and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), St. Catharine’s, ON, CA, 06/01/22, 05/01/24, Leveraged MySQL to retrieve historical weather data and topographical information through API services. Employed Python to analyze over 5,700 train incidents from 1999 to 2023, deriving key insights into factors influencing hazardous material releases. Utilized Excel to generate pivot tables, enhancing feature selection processes. Applied Python for comprehensive data preprocessing, including data balancing, scaling, and managing missing entries. Implemented advanced machine learning models using Python, including Logistic Regression, Decision Trees, and Neural Networks with two hidden layers. Conducted hyperparameter tuning and evaluated model performance using confusion matrices and feature importance graphs. STRATEGICALLY ALLOCATION OF NON-WOVEN FABRIC RESOURCES, ESSENTIAL FOR FACIAL MASK PRODUCTION, DURING THE PANDEMIC, Baftineh and Baftsan Company, Tehran, Iran, 05/01/20, 12/01/21, Utilized MS Access to integrate and manage diverse datasets, including historical infection rates, fabric production capacity, inventory, and logistics constraints. Employed Excel to clean and prepare data, using pivot tables and complex formulas to seasonally adjust and analyze infection rate trends across 28 provinces in Iran. Developed interactive dashboards and geographic maps using Tableau for 67 sales regions and approximately 320 facial mask manufacturing sites, facilitating effective assignment and transshipment amidst logistic constraints. Regularly presented detailed performance reports to the managerial team every two to three days, enabling data-driven decision making.

Timeline

TEACHING ASSISTANT, DATA ANALYSIS AND BUSINESS MODELING

Goodman School of Business, Department of Finance, Operations & Information Systems
09.2023 - Current

TEACHING ASSISTANT, QUANTITATIVE METHODS FOR INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Goodman School of Business, Department of Finance, Operations & Information Systems
01.2023 - 12.2023

BUSINESS DATA ANALYST

Baftineh and Baftsan Company
05.2020 - 12.2021

INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND SALES SPECIALIST

Self-Employed
02.2017 - 06.2020

COMMERCIAL AND SALES EXPERT

Khaneh Bagh Company
11.2012 - 05.2019

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT- OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS -

Brock University

MASTER OF SCIENCE INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING- ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL SYSTEMS -

Tarbiat Modarres University of Tehran

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE- STATISTICS -

Shahid Beheshti University of Tehran
MARJAN IZADPANAH