Michelle Wheeler

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT MICHELLE WHEELER

At the intersection of innovation, execution, and customer obsession — that\'s where I thrive.Whether managing a $120M+ portfolio or launching products that shape market trends, I lead with one goal: deliver results that matter. I’ve been the calm in the storm when a product launch threatened to derail. The bridge between engineering, production, and the customer when priorities clashed. The strategist behind margin growth, operational precision, and elevated customer experience.What sets me apart isn\'t just delivering on KPIs — it’s how I lead teams to exceed them. I see patterns where others see chaos, and I translate vision into executable strategies that engage stakeholders, energize teams, and delight customers. I’ve turned fragmented supply chains into 99% on-time delivery engines, restructured programs to regain profit traction, and built trust in boardrooms and on factory floors alike.My background spans global sourcing/buying, logistics, product development, and enterprise-level program management — but the common thread is always impact. I ask the right questions, drive alignment, and take ownership from start to scale.Currently pursuing PMP certification and sharpening my continuous improvement lens with Lean Six Sigma, I’m energized by transformation, driven by collaboration, and grounded in delivering meaningful value — for companies, teams, and customers alike.My top skills include:1.) Program & Portfolio Management – Proven track record managing large-scale programs exceeding $120M, ensuring cross-functional delivery and financial performance.2.) Product Lifecycle & Innovation Strategy – Expertise launching new products and improving existing ones based on customer insight and market analysis.3.) Supply Chain Optimization – Skilled in global sourcing/buying, vendor management, and logistics coordination, ensuring 98%+ on-time delivery.4.) Customer & Stakeholder Engagement – Adept at building long-term client relationships and aligning internal teams with customer success goals.5.) Cross-Functional Team Leadership – Effective communicator and leader across sales, engineering, operations, and executive leadership teams.