Leston Cochran

About Leston Cochran

I am dedicated to delivering measurable results and fostering a mission driven environment with team empowerment and continuous learning mindset in a global business operations landscape.I have played a pivotal role integrating technology, management best practices, and agile methodologies with core business operations for 10+ years to enable and support strategic investments, operational improvements, and strategic transformations within the life sciences and technology industries. I bring an action-oriented and balanced approach towards improvement.My career has been marked by a relentless pursuit of delivering progress to stakeholders, demonstrated through my leadership in complex project management and large-scale process optimization initiatives for dynamic multinational corporations in healthcare, technology, and manufacturing industries.Areas of Impact:>>CRITICAL INVESTMENTS: Recognized for my analytical and value driven approach, I have been a driving force in improving operating margins and delivering positive ROI capital investments, showcasing my commitment to long term strategic growth and operational improvement.>>STRATEGIC PLANNING: Possess a strong ability to navigate complex business challenges, ensuring sustainable and profitable solutions. I pride myself on striking the delicate balance between strategic foresight, operational agility, and financial acumen.>>EMPATHETIC LEADERSHIP: My leadership style is characterized by empathy and goal orientation. I excel in cultivating enduring relationships with stakeholders, leading cross-disciplinary teams, and driving innovative solutions.Hobbies: travel, running, cycling, architecture, automobiles, food, and new adventures

Experience

1. Capital and Strategic Initiatives Manager, Global Fc R & d

   Syngenta

   Feb 2025 — Present · Durham, NC, US

   Lead FC Research & Development capital portfolio strategy, asset management, and enable the global footprint strategy. Lead R&D Transformation Office to ensure efficient organizational change.

Education

• Auburn University, Samuel Ginn College of Engineering

  Bachelor's of Science of Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

  2007 — 2013

• East Carolina University - College of Business

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General

Skills

• Cost Reduction/Avoidance
• Machining
• Engineering
• Metal Fabrication
• 5s
• Process Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Business Strategy
• Autocad
• Maintainance
• Manufacturing
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Cad
• Microsoft Office
• Continuous Improvement
• Project Management
• Metal Cutting
• Solidworks
• Lean Manufacturing
• Manufacturing Processes
• Product Design
• Six Sigma
• Leadership
• Testing
• New Business Development
• Quality Control
• Solid Edge
• Process Improvement
• Computer-Aided Design (Cad)
• Labor Management
• Microsoft Word