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Nicholas D. James has extensive experience in strategic sourcing, global operations planning, and production planning. Nicholas D. has held various managerial roles at Edmund Optics, including Senior Director of Strategic Sourcing and Global Operations Planning and Director of Strategic Sourcing and Global Operations Planning. In these positions, they oversaw teams responsible for making sourcing decisions and ensuring an uninterrupted and stable supply chain for over $150 million worth of parts. James also visited multiple factories worldwide to review procedures and improve operational efficiency. Prior to their managerial roles, they worked as a Product Line Manager, Product Line Engineer, and Applications Engineer at Edmund Optics, where they managed product lines, developed new products, and provided solutions to customer applications. Nicholas D. also gained experience as a Laboratory Technician at the Laboratory for Laser Energetics, where they conducted laser damage threshold testing and cleaned components in a clean room. Overall, James has a proven track record in supply chain management, business analytics, product development, and customer support.

Nicholas D. James attended the University of Rochester from 2003 to 2007, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree. Nicholas D.'sfield of study during their time at the university included Optics Engineering, Physics, and Math. Later, in 2011, they pursued further education at Drexel University, where they earned a Certificate in Engineering/Industrial Management, completing their studies in 2013.

In addition to their formal education, Nicholas has obtained several certifications in various fields. In July 2023, they obtained certifications such as "Communicating Across Cultures," "Developing Credibility as a Leader," "Evaluating Your Growth as a Leader," and "Psychological Safety: Clear Blocks to Innovation, Collaboration, and Risk-Taking." These certifications were obtained from LinkedIn.