Kelley Childs, MBA
About Kelley Childs, MBA
Kelley Childs, MBA, is a Business System Analyst at American Electric Power, where she has worked since 2018. She has a diverse background in supply chain management and project coordination, having held various roles at companies such as Cardinal Health and CVS Pharmacy.
Work at American Electric Power
Kelley Childs has been employed at American Electric Power as a Business System Analyst since 2018. In this role, she manages financial records and maintains a SharePoint database. Kelley leads a team of 12 individuals and serves as a liaison between business unit stakeholders and developers. She works on projects with budgets ranging from $250,000 to $3.5 million, demonstrating her capability in handling significant financial operations.
Previous Experience at Cardinal Health
Kelley Childs held multiple positions at Cardinal Health from 2013 to 2018. She served as a Pricing Analyst, a Senior Supply Chain Analyst in Brand Replenishment, and co-chaired the Membership Committee for the African American Network. During her tenure, she coordinated a $37 million operation system upgrade project for 22,000 assets across 11 states, showcasing her project management skills and leadership capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Kelley Childs earned her Master of Business Administration in Business Administration from Ohio Dominican University, studying from 2010 to 2012. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences with a focus on Health Management from The Ohio State University, where she studied from 2001 to 2006. Her educational background supports her expertise in business systems and supply chain management.
Career Background
Kelley Childs has a diverse career background, beginning as a Pharmacy Technician at CVS Pharmacy from 2000 to 2007. She later worked as a Supply Chain Management Analyst at Wendy's (Pertoria, Inc.) for three months in 2018. Additionally, she was a member of Young Professionals of Columbus for 11 months in 2012. Her varied experiences contribute to her comprehensive understanding of business systems and supply chain dynamics.
Project Management Methodologies
In her current role and previous positions, Kelley Childs has demonstrated proficiency in both Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies. This versatility allows her to adapt to different project requirements and team dynamics, enhancing her effectiveness as a Business System Analyst.