Sam Blackstock
About Sam Blackstock
Sam Blackstock is a Strategy and Operations Analyst with five years of experience in large international companies. He has worked at Vodafone, Sky, Google, and currently at Workato, specializing in setting and forecasting KPIs.
Current Role at Workato
Sam Blackstock serves as a Strategy and Operations Analyst at Workato, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on strategic planning and operational efficiency, contributing to the company's objectives in the United Kingdom. His responsibilities include setting and forecasting key performance indicators (KPIs), which are essential for tracking the company's performance and guiding decision-making.
Previous Experience at Vodafone
Sam Blackstock worked at Vodafone in various capacities. He began as a Graduate from 2016 to 2017, followed by a role as a Performance Analyst from 2017 to 2019 in Auckland, New Zealand. During his time at Vodafone, he gained valuable experience in performance analysis, which laid the foundation for his future roles in strategy and operations.
Experience at Google and Sky
After his tenure at Vodafone, Sam Blackstock transitioned to Google, where he worked as a Sales Operations Specialist from 2020 to 2022 in London, England. His role involved analyzing sales data and providing insights to enhance operational efficiency. Additionally, he briefly worked at Sky as a Commercial Analyst for five months in 2020, where he further developed his analytical skills in a commercial setting.
Educational Background
Sam Blackstock earned a Bachelor's degree in Finance from The University of Waikato, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. His education provided him with a solid foundation in financial principles, which he applies in his current and previous roles in strategy and operations.
Professional Specialization
Sam Blackstock specializes in setting and forecasting KPIs, a critical aspect of performance management in large organizations. With five years of experience working with international companies, he has developed a proven track record of delivering analysis and insights to senior stakeholders, helping them make informed decisions based on data-driven insights.