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Mariabelen Noriega

@mariabelennoriega

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Junior Project Manager driving operational efficiency and measurable cost savings.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role where I can apply Lean Six Sigma and project management to drive operational improvements, mentor teams, and deliver measurable cost savings in a collaborative, growth-oriented company.

I am a proactive Junior Project Manager (LSSGB) who combines Lean Six Sigma methods with practical team leadership to streamline processes, reduce waste, and deliver measurable savings. I have led projects that produced significant cost reductions, implemented returns systems that recovered hundreds of thousands in credits, and established performance metrics to support data-driven decisions.

With hands-on experience managing cross-functional teams in manufacturing, logistics, and retail, I emphasize continuous improvement, staff development, and compliance. I bring strong communication skills in English and Spanish, a track record of operational improvements, and a commitment to driving results while fostering team engagement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Jr. Project Manager

Current

Bryant Ranch Pharmaceuticals

Jun 2023 - Present (2 years 8 months)

Led waste-reduction and operational-efficiency projects, achieving $97,000 in Type 1 savings and securing $394,781.85 in credits by implementing a new returns system; applied Six Sigma to reduce waste 20% while maintaining FDA compliance.

Project Management Six Sigma Process Improvement Performance Metrics FDA Compliance Reporting Cross Functional Collaboration

FC Associate 3

AMZL Logistics-DS Variable

Jul 2020 - Nov 2022 (2 years 4 months)

Managed a 10-person team to meet production and fulfillment deadlines, improved quality controls and reduced damaged items by 50% through inspection and logging processes.

Team Management Quality Control Inventory Management Resource Allocation Safety Compliance Problem Solving

Assistant General Manager

McDonald’s

Mar 2016 - Dec 2019 (3 years 9 months)

Directed daily restaurant operations, inventory and payroll processes, and recruitment/training initiatives to maximize productivity and revenue.

Operations Management Inventory Control Payroll Recruitment Staff Development Cash Handling Customer Service

Assistant Manager

Apoyo Financiero, Inc.

Jan 2017 - Jun 2018 (1 year 5 months)

Managed expense accounts, invoice review, loan processing and collections while supporting directors with administrative tasks and leading client-acquisition projects.

Credit Analysis Accounts Payable Loan Processing Collections Administrative Support Client Acquisition Expense Management Marketing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of La Verne

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration

2014 - 2019

Activities and societies: Graduated with Departmental Honors; Outstanding Contributor Award in Introduction to Management; completed Introduction to Management course (Sept 2014).

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with departmental honors, completed in December 2019.