Rajesh Lopes

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ABOUT RAJESH LOPES

With a vision for value, I generate and execute improvement strategies that increase efficiencies and production, promote profitability, and reduce costs in oil & gas operations. With 20+ years of progressive leadership expertise spanning corporate strategy, materials management, financial management, and team leadership, I am best known for my work at leading people and processes to positive end results in both national and international oil & gas settings. I drive value creation across oil & gas business operations by identifying barriers, implementing clear solutions, aligning key stakeholders, and coordinating unified action. Areas of expertise and achievement include: STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP Developed shared vision and value proposition for XTO Canada which outlined key expectations on volumes, costs, and safety performance. Increased production and improved safety while reducing millions in costs. PROCESS IMPROVEMENT Overhauled supply chain portfolio in Angola, improving inventory accuracy to 99% on $200M worth of materials. COST REDUCTION Produced millions of dollars in cost savings from innovative contracting and execution improvement strategies for major oil & gas organizations like Imperial Oil and ExxonMobil. PERFORMANCE EXCELLENCE Recognized with award for developing strategy to execute on 110 major contracts for Kearl Oil Sands Development Project, on time. LEADERSHIP Aligned stakeholders on a development schedule designed to yield positive returns, earnings, and cash flow generation, demonstrating clear ROI of XTO portfolio. By encouraging innovation, and aligning the right people and processes on a shared vision, I am able to drive business forward – through the toughest of challenges. My current leadership position at XTO Canada is a prime example of success in this area. Here I evolved with the needs of the business, proposing active and innovative solutions which have generated significant change and performance.