Kathy Testar

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ABOUT KATHY TESTAR

Highly experienced MBA and GE (USA) qualified Six Sigma Black Belt with extensive experience and a proven track record in change management, continuous business improvement and critical account management turnaround across a number of sectors. High level of competence demonstrated within the framework of major high profile organisations including GE (USA), DHL Supply Chain, AAH Pharmaceuticals, Avon Cosmetics and TS Technology Services (part of Tyco International). Applies advanced business and management techniques to real problems and tasks. Primary background working in Financial Accounting.SPECIFIC CHANGE MANAGEMENT, BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AND SIX SIGMA BLACK BELT EXPERTISE• Experienced within BI Programme Management, leading virtual Process Improvement teams (currently PI Lead for DHL Supply Chain for UK, I & Nordics, 6 Divisions across 250 + sites)• Experience covers many industries including FMCG, Service Industry, Logistics, Technology, Food, Pharmaceutical, Leisure, Finance & Leasing• Highly experienced project lead for complex and cross divisional Six Sigma (DMAIC & DMADV) initiatives and Project Management (Kepner Tregoe)• Provides Strategic, Leadership support and Operational Direction at all levels supporting, collaborating and advising senior leadership, general managers, business managers and colleagues • Extensive Change Management experience (originally trained with GE) supported by strong communication and interpersonal skills• Lead Trainer & Coach for DMAIC & original Change Management lead within UK, Ireland & Nordics