Ran J.

Ran J. has extensive experience in strategic operations and sourcing analytics, having worked for notable companies such as Zoox, Newell Brands, iRobot, Google, and Caterpillar Inc. At Zoox, Ran focused on strategic operations, while at Newell Brands, contributions included managing sourcing processes and supplier negotiations, achieving significant savings on sourcing projects. Previous roles involved optimizing inventory management at Caterpillar Inc. and leading RFXs and supplier assessment strategies at iRobot. Currently serving as a Product Cost Manager at Google, Ran continues to leverage advanced analytical skills developed through a Master of Science in Operations Research from Columbia University and a Bachelor's degree with a high GPA in Management Information Systems and Supply Chain Management from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.