Fred Schell

Background

About Fred Schell

Proven Operational Executive with 20+ years of international management experience in the technology industry specializing in building, restructuring, and evolving Operational organizations. A strong technical background and practical experience in leading and improving teams drive my ambition to successfully strategize and execute complex organization-wide initiatives and implementations. As the Vice President of Operations at Maerospace, I played a pivotal role in transforming operations within the organization. My responsibilities encompassed structuring key areas such as Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Project Management, Quality, and IT. One of my notable achievements was overseeing the successful manufacturing and installation of a multi-million-dollar Maritime Radar in Newfoundland, Canada. In addition to my strategic role, I led the establishment of vital organizational infrastructure, including the opening of two offices, setting up three manufacturing facilities, establishing two Network Operation Centers (NOC), and the rollout of a company-wide secure virtual IT infrastructure. With a strong background in operations management, I have consistently delivered results by optimizing processes, ensuring efficiency, and fostering a culture of innovation. I am passionate about driving operational excellence and leveraging technology to propel organizations to new heights of success. I am always eager to explore opportunities where I can apply my expertise to create impactful and sustainable operational strategies. In a previous role, I spearheaded the operational restructuring of a satellite fleet in space, supported by 25+ ground stations dedicated to Maritime surveillance. The Descartes System Group relocated me and my family to Canada, entrusting me with the responsibility of integrating 10+ IT infrastructures and teams due to ongoing acquisitions. Specialties: • Business Strategy • Setup and restructuring of operational and support organizations • Integration and optimization of processes, policies, and enterprise tools • Program and Project management • Budgeting and cost management • Fundraising • Vendor relations/management • Contract negotiation • Staff recruitment/management • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills