Drew Vanderwijst

Experience

1. Manager, Network Engineering Product Development

   Fedex Ground

   Oct 2022 — Present · Pittsburgh, PA, US

   Leads a group of product owners and product managers to drive maximum business value through the Hub and Outbound Value Stream or Network Operating Plan Value Stream • Participates in planning, eliminating impediments and delivery of innovative solutions that enhance sortation, package route planning, load planning, network management tools, yard management, and related capabilities• Combines program management and prioritization with the development and delivery of innovative solutions that enhance sortation, package route planning, load planning, network management tools, yard management, and related capabilities• Collaborates with groups across the FedEx enterprise, including FXG operations engineering, data science, business architecture, and Information Technology, to ensure that teams are working on the highest priority initiatives and building systems that meet the needs of internal customers• Engages with key stakeholders to develop strategic roadmaps to ensure that hub and outbound systems meet the future needs of the company• Develops and manages department budget and ensures compliance• Ensures business objectives are understood by members of the Agile Release Train• Encourages teams to continuously improve methods, processes, and tools to improve quality and velocity• Leads the development of strategic roadmaps for Network Engineering systems in collaboration with Business and IT Architects and other stakeholders• Communicates Network Engineering progress and status to FedEx Executives and other stakeholders• Ensures feedback loops are in place with system users to ensure satisfaction with the system design and performance• Participates in release management with focus on scope management, quality, and deployment options• Provides feedback during system and solution demos and ensures that teams on the ART have the necessary resources to succeed

Education

• West Virginia University

  of, Engineering and Mineral Resources, Industrial Engineering

  2008 — 2012