Brian Smith
About Brian Smith
Brian Smith is a Business Analyst at ExxonMobil, with a background in procurement operations and contract management. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech and has expertise in VBA and business intelligence.
Current Role at ExxonMobil
Brian Smith currently holds the position of Business Analyst at ExxonMobil in Houston, Texas, a role he has occupied since 2021. In this capacity, he leads analysis efforts and provides insights for a global Procurement reorganization, affecting approximately 2,500 employees across over 30 countries. His work ensures that data-driven solutions deliver recognized bottom-line value to stakeholders.
Previous Experience at ExxonMobil
Before his current role, Brian Smith held multiple positions at ExxonMobil. From 2020 to 2021, he served as Procurement Operations Effectiveness Projects Lead in Houston, Texas. Earlier, he was the Contract Manager in Spring, Texas, from 2018 to 2020, and he also interned as a Procurement Intern in 2017 in Houston, Texas. Each role contributed to his growing expertise in procurement and data analytics.
Experience at GE Appliances
Brian Smith also gained experience working at GE Appliances in Louisville, Kentucky Area. In 2016, he served as a Technical Co-op: Quality Engineering for 3 months, followed by a role as Technical Co-op / Acting Global Commodity Leader for 4 months. These roles provided him with foundational experience in quality engineering and global commodity management.
Education at Virginia Tech
Brian Smith earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech), completing his studies from 2013 to 2018. His time at Virginia Tech included involvement in green engineering initiatives, which helped establish his technical and analytical skills.
Expertise and Technical Skills
Brian Smith demonstrates proficiency in Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) and has substantial expertise in business intelligence and data analytics. His technical skills enable him to support global initiatives, particularly in the Upstream Operations and Drilling activities at ExxonMobil, impacting a team of around 100 people and two executives.