William Graham, Jr
About William Graham, Jr
William Graham, Jr. is a Senior IT Project Manager at Faurecia, specializing in Continuous Improvement and Process Optimization within the automotive industry. He has extensive experience in project management, risk assessment, and SAP ERP implementation, supported by a strong educational background in business administration and management.
Current Role at Faurecia
William Graham, Jr. serves as a Senior IT Project Manager at Faurecia, a position he has held since 2018. He works in Auburn Hills, Michigan, where he is responsible for developing project reporting strategies and methodologies. His role includes conducting project risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure project success. He provides coaching and support to project teams, enhancing their performance and project outcomes.
Previous Experience at Faurecia
Before his current role, William worked at Faurecia as a NAO Purchasing/Plant Maintenance Business Analyst from 2015 to 2018. During this time, he was involved in various projects that contributed to the operational efficiency of the organization. His responsibilities included analyzing business processes and supporting plant maintenance operations.
Professional Background
William Graham, Jr. has a diverse professional background in the automotive and chemical industries. He worked at Dow Corning as a Chemical Process Operator from 2007 to 2009 and at Dow Chemical as a North American Planner from 2009 to 2013. He also served as a Lead Business Systems Analyst at Cooper Standard Automotive Inc. from 2013 to 2015. His experience spans various roles that emphasize process optimization and continuous improvement.
Educational Qualifications
William holds multiple degrees in business and management. He earned an Associate of Arts in Business Administration from Delta College from 1994 to 1996. He then obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Davenport University from 2005 to 2007. He further pursued a Master of Science in Administration from Central Michigan University from 2018 to 2021 and completed an MBA from Northwood University - DeVos Graduate School in 2012.
Specialization in Process Optimization
William specializes in continuous improvement and process optimization within the automotive industry. He has a strong background in SAP ERP implementation, focusing on both key user and end user training. His expertise enables him to enhance operational processes and contribute to the overall efficiency of the organizations he has worked with.