Charene Ross Wells, Lss Mbb, Cscp, Asq Cmq/Oe
About Charene Ross Wells, Lss Mbb, Cscp, Asq Cmq/Oe
Charene Ross Wells is the Director of Business Process Enablement at FORTNA, where she has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in supply chain management and process improvement, she has managed significant budgets and led initiatives that resulted in substantial operational efficiencies.
Work at Fortna
Charene Ross Wells has been serving as the Director of Business Process Enablement at Fortna since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing business processes to improve operational efficiency. Her responsibilities include managing significant budgets and implementing strategies that streamline operations across the organization.
Previous Experience at Zep Inc.
Prior to her current role, Charene Ross Wells worked at Zep Inc. from 2010 to 2021. She held several positions, including Strategic Supply Chain Project Manager and Senior Quality Manager. During her tenure, she managed budgets exceeding $200 million and led various process improvement projects that resulted in over $7 million in savings.
Career at DuPont
Charene Ross Wells began her career at DuPont, where she worked from 1990 to 2002 in various roles. Her experience there included serving as a Senior Consultant. This decade-long experience provided her with a strong foundation in supply chain management and process improvement.
Education and Certifications
Charene Ross Wells earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Drexel University. She holds several professional certifications, including Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, SAFe 5 Agilist, and Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP). These qualifications underscore her expertise in process improvement and operational efficiency.
Achievements in Process Improvement
Throughout her career, Charene Ross Wells has led numerous process improvement initiatives, particularly at Zep Inc. She implemented a customer-based process improvement strategy that enhanced efficiency, reduced lead times, and improved overall productivity and quality. Her efforts in spearheading the Global Contractor Onboarding & Offboarding process further demonstrate her commitment to operational excellence.