Christopher McLees

About Christopher McLees

With extensive experience in ERP systems management, NetSuite optimization, and product ownership, I am passionate about driving operational efficiency, enabling data-driven decisions, and building scalable business solutions that empower organizations to achieve their strategic goals. Specialties NetSuite ERP Architecture & Governance Cross-Functional Team Leadership Business Process Automation & Workflow Optimization Data Migration & Systems Integration (Celigo, SuiteScript, SuiteBilling) Enterprise Reporting, Dashboards & Analytics Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) & Product Ownership Compliance, Data Integrity & Scalability End-User Training, Support & Change Management Continuous Process Improvement Throughout my career, I’ve earned a reputation for transforming fragmented systems into streamlined, automated workflows, reducing downtime, and creating enterprise-wide visibility through advanced reporting and analytics. My leadership approach emphasizes collaboration, transparency, and governance, ensuring systems align with long-term business objectives. Key Strengths √ ERP Transformation & Optimization: I lead full lifecycle ERP initiatives—from requirements gathering to deployment and governance—delivering measurable improvements in efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. √ Integration & Automation Expertise: By leveraging Celigo, SuiteScript, and advanced configuration, I eliminate bottlenecks, improve data accuracy, and enable seamless cross-platform communication. √ Business Intelligence Delivery: I design and deploy reporting tools, dashboards, and analytics that empower leaders to make faster, smarter decisions backed by reliable data. √ Change Leadership & Team Enablement: Whether training 500+ employees, documenting processes, or mentoring analysts, I ensure smooth adoption, continuity, and long-term value from enterprise systems. What You Can Expect from Me: Proven track record of reducing ERP-related issues by over 95% through automation and system enhancements Ability to consolidate and migrate millions of records into unified, enterprise-ready systems A collaborative leader who drives results by aligning people, process, and technology Strategic vision to turn complex ERP ecosystems into growth enablers Commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable business outcomes Let’s Connect!

Experience

1. Senior Netsuite Specialist

   Blue Mantis

   Feb 2025 — Present

   In this role, I champion the configuration, implementation, and maintenance of the NetSuite platform, optimizing workflows and integrations to enhance user experience and improve reporting accuracy.As the direct administrator of NetSuite Modules, I develop reports and scripts while integrating NetSuite with Celigo to streamline intersystem data exchange. During this tenure, I mitigate critical NetSuite outages that impact 700 plus employees during data migrations.Here, I design and maintain advanced reports, saved searches, and dashboards to deliver essential business intelligence that supports leadership decision-making. In addition, I customize NetSuite configurations and interfaces to enhance workflow efficiency, reduce task completion time, and improve user adoption.Finally, I oversee end-to-end integrations between NetSuite and external applications using Celigo, ensuring seamless data flow and reducing reconciliation effort. Eliminated manual bottlenecks and improved process accuracy by engineering SuiteScripts to automate workflows.The highlights include:• Minimized ERP-related issues from over 500 to fewer than 20 within six months by independently leading customization, data migration, and system enhancements.• Created comprehensive SOPs and documentation for all NetSuite ERP integrations and data structures by interviewing every single user and business unit to capture daily processes.• Delivered tier-2/3 technical support and led user training programs that elevated system proficiency across the organization.• Authored and maintained comprehensive documentation for configurations, customizations, and processes, aimed at supporting governance and continuity.

Education

• Hudson Valley Community College

  Associate of Science (A.S.), Business Administration and Management, General

  2007 — 2009

• Siena University

  Bachelors of Science, Economics

  2009 — 2012

Skills

• Access
• Spss
• Data Analysis
• Financial Analysis
• Ibm Tivoli Workload Scheduler (Tws)
• Econometrics
• Organization
• Time Management
• Maestro
• Microsoft Outlook
• Economics
• Bmc Remedy Ticketing System
• Das Portal
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Access
• Cmod
• Economic Analysis
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Job Control Language (Jcl)
• Service Now
• Analysis
• Outlook
• Bmc