India Starnes

About India Starnes

I work at the intersection of ESG, data systems, and operational improvement—helping teams move from complexity to clarity.With over 25 years of experience, I’ve led sustainability programs, driven cross-functional training across 350+ sites, and guided teams through successful system rollouts using tools like Power BI, Enablon, SharePoint, and now ERP/MDM platforms. I’m particularly skilled at improving process transparency, ensuring data integrity, and aligning systems with real-world needs—not just theoretical frameworks.Much like the work I’ve recently begun with UNSPSC classification, I bring structure to complexity—ensuring data is not only accurate, but also clearly defined and consistently applied. As I deepen my understanding of UNSPSC frameworks, I draw on a strong foundation in material master governance, cross-unit standardization, and collaborative alignment between engineering, sourcing, and data teams. My focus has always been on bridging technical detail and operational execution—so that systems work not only in theory, but in practice.Whether refining workflows, supporting audit readiness, or navigating stakeholder expectations, my goal is always to connect people, data, and outcomes in ways that are both scalable and sustainable.As a U.S. Navy veteran, speaker, and advisor, I bring discipline, adaptability, and calm under pressure—plus a healthy respect for systems that actually work. I’m currently expanding my focus into AI, ESG reporting, and digital transformation—where automation, classification logic, and compliance converge.If you\'re building something that requires lasting impact, alignment, and integrity at the data level—let’s connect.

Experience

1. Enterprise Unspsc Categorization and Reporting Lead

   NOV

   Jul 2025 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   Assign accurate UNSPSC codes to materials by analyzing technical descriptions, specifications, and engineering drawings.*Collaborate with engineering, sourcing, and data teams to ensure proper classification during part creation and maintenance.*Support consistent material classification across business units by aligning with UNSPSC standards and internal governance.*Review and approve new part requests, ensuring compliance with structured classification frameworks.*Identify and correct inconsistent or inaccurate material master records to improve data quality.*Develop documentation, standards, and training materials to support team adoption and system-wide understanding of UNSPSC.*Contribute to ERP and MDM system initiatives, including SAP and Oracle, supporting classification accuracy and system efficiency.*Aid in digital transformation and spend analytics efforts through improved part categorization and coding precision.*Apply strong problem-solving and analytical skills to support operational accuracy and continuous process improvement.*Leverage familiarity with oilfield components and manufacturing processes to guide accurate commodity-level classification.

Education

• Houston Christian University

  Strategic AI Program, Artificial Intelligence

• American InterContinental University

  B.A., Operation Management

  2007

• American InterContinental University

  M.B.A., Project Management

  2010

Skills

• Project Coordination
• Software Documentation
• Process Improvement
• Management
• Petroleum
• Project Planning
• Microsoft Excel
• Infopath
• Project Management
• Customer Service
• Microsoft Office
• Tableau
• Training
• Logistics
• Sharepoint
• Oil & Gas
• Business Process Improvement
• Operations Management
• Procurement
• Engineering
• Process Development
• Process Simulation
• Business Process
• Oil/Gas
• Oil
• Oil
• Process Engineering
• Process Management