Niloo Hessami, PMP

Global Program Manager - Product Lifecycle Management

Professional Overview
Niloo Hessami is an accomplished Global Program Manager with extensive expertise in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Operations Management. She brings a strategic and data-driven approach to driving innovation, optimizing processes, and delivering business impact across diverse global organizations.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Global Program Manager - Product Lifecycle Management at Mars, Niloo is responsible for leading cross-functional initiatives to streamline and enhance the company's product development lifecycle. She oversees the implementation of innovative PLM solutions, collaborates with stakeholders to identify process improvements, and ensures seamless integration of new technologies and methodologies. Niloo's contributions have been instrumental in driving operational efficiency and accelerating product time-to-market for the global confectionery brand.

Career Progression
Niloo's career trajectory has been marked by progressive leadership roles within the consumer goods industry. Prior to her current position, she served as the Global BPO - Innovation Stage Gate Process at Mars, where she spearheaded the development and deployment of a standardized innovation management framework. Earlier, Niloo held the role of Sr. Manager - Innovation Management Process at Mars Wrigley Confectionery, where she optimized the company's innovation pipeline and streamlined cross-functional collaboration. Her extensive experience as an Operations Business Manager at Wm Wrigley Jr. Company further strengthened her understanding of operational best practices and process improvement strategies.

Academic Background
Niloo holds a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and has completed various executive education programs focused on supply chain optimization and strategic decision-making.

Areas of Expertise

• Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)

• Operations Management and Process Improvement

• Innovation Management and Stage-Gate Processes

• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Program Governance

• Data-Driven Decision Making and Business Analytics

• Global Project Management and Change Leadership

Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Niloo has demonstrated a proven track record of driving operational excellence and delivering transformative initiatives. Her leadership in implementing innovative PLM solutions has enabled Mars to enhance product quality, reduce time-to-market, and increase overall operational efficiency. Niloo's expertise in stage-gate innovation processes and her ability to foster cross-functional partnerships have been instrumental in optimizing the company's product development pipeline and accelerating the commercialization of new product offerings.

Conclusion
Niloo Hessami is a versatile and results-oriented Global Program Manager with a strong background in Product Lifecycle Management and Operations Management. Her strategic mindset, data-driven approach, and proven ability to drive cross-functional collaboration make her a valuable asset in spearheading initiatives that drive sustainable business growth and operational excellence.