Ahsan "Ace" Ali
About Ahsan "Ace" Ali
Ahsan 'Ace' Ali is a Planning and Purchasing Manager at Vizgen, with a background in Chemical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He has extensive experience in sourcing and engineering roles across various companies, along with a commitment to mentoring students and enhancing campus culture.
Work at Vizgen
Ahsan Ali currently holds the position of Planning and Purchasing Manager at Vizgen, a role he has occupied since 2021. In this capacity, he is responsible for overseeing planning and purchasing operations, contributing to the company's supply chain efficiency. His experience in this role builds on his previous positions in sourcing and engineering, allowing him to apply a diverse skill set to the management of resources and procurement strategies.
Education and Expertise
Ahsan Ali earned his Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he studied from 2013 to 2018. His education provided him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and practices. Additionally, he has developed skills in various coding languages, which he has applied to design and manage multiple websites. His educational background and technical skills support his professional roles in engineering and management.
Background
Ahsan Ali's professional background includes significant experience in engineering and sourcing roles across various companies. He began his career as a Private Chemistry and Math Tutor while studying at the University of Illinois. He later interned at the US Environmental Protection Agency and worked at Kimberly-Clark in multiple engineering capacities. His tenure at Markforged included roles as Sourcing Engineer I and II, as well as Category Lead for Materials, showcasing his progression in the field of sourcing and engineering.
Achievements
Ahsan Ali has contributed to the professional development of others by providing personal and career advising to over 20 students in the past two years. He established a mentoring network to support underclassmen and founded three new campus organizations during his time at university, enhancing campus culture. His leadership experience includes serving as a high-ranking executive member in six distinct campus organizations, managing significant budgets and initiatives.