Ross Archer

Through my undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering and then Master's degree in Manufacturing and Management, I have well-equipped myself with the knowledge to optimise various manufacturing methods and manage projects involving operational excellence, supply chain analysis, marketing strategy, data utilisation, product development and more.

Terra, London - Operations Analyst/Integration Specialist Sep 2022-Apr 2023

• Streamlined HR, events, accounting, and legal processes by implementing automation tools and improving efficiency
• Organised and executed 16 successful events with university careers departments and societies, resulting in a 250% increase in applications from qualified candidates.
• Performed client interviews to gather insights on their business needs and pain points, leading to the development of customised solutions

Skills acquired: Ability to work in a fast-paced Environment, Client Interaction, Attention to Detail

Sandfield House Farm Caravan Park, Whitby - Owner Sep 2017-Present

• Conduct thorough market research and analysis for monthly board meetings to identify emerging trends and opportunities, resulting in the continuous development and improvement of the park's business strategy
• Improved profits by 40% by developing alternative revenue streams, renovating existing assets and applying additional targeted marketing

Skills acquired: Management and Leadership Skills, Strategic Thinking, Project Management

LEAP, Co-founder Jun 2020-Aug 2021

• Worked with elite athletes to design a high-quality product, conducted market research and identified target customer segments
• Negotiated with suppliers and manufacturers to secure cost-effective partnerships

Skills acquired: Prototype Development, Project Management, Developing a business plan

University of Cambridge, MPhil 2021-2022

Industrial Systems, Manufacturing, and Management

Key modules: Operations and Supply Chain Management, Data and Modelling, New Business Development, Manufacturing Processes, Research Methods,

Management of Technology

Dissertation: Designing a Digital Platform for the Tracking of Surgical Equipment

Skills acquired: Commercial Awareness, Presentation Skills and Software, Excel and Data Visualisation, Procurement and Supply Chain

Knowledge, Client and Stakeholder Interaction Skills

Loughborough University, BEng Hons 2018-2021

Mechanical Engineering (1st Class)

Key modules: Statics & Dynamics [79%]

• Mechanics of Materials [74%]
• Mathematics for Mechanical Engineering [79%]
• Materials and Manufacturing

Processes [64%]

• Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics,Heat Transfer, Fluid Mechanics 2, Engineering computation [MATLAB]

Skills acquired: Computation Skills, Mathematical and Analytical Proficiency, First-Principles Problem Solving.