Andrew Murray
Sidney,OH
Summary
Operations Manager with 30 years of management experience, specializing in strategic planning and process optimization. Proven track record in leading diverse teams to enhance performance and achieve organizational goals. Recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion, leveraging strong communication and problem-solving skills to navigate complex challenges.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
National Operations Manager
Bamal Fastener
Sidney, Ohio
08.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategies for optimizing operational efficiency across regions.
- Identified process gaps and implemented solutions to enhance operational performance.
- Monitored performance metrics across multiple nationwide locations for consistency.
- Conducted visits to regional locations to verify operational effectiveness and full functionality.
Regional Operations Manager
Bamal Fasteners
Sidney, OH
01.2012 - 08.2025
- Traveled to over six locations monthly to oversee distribution centers and evaluate management performance.
- Implemented effective management processes, boosting regional branch revenue.
- Drove year-over-year business growth by leading operations and strategic planning initiatives.
- Contributed to ISO implementation team for ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018.
Store Manager
Rent-A-Center
Sidney, OH
01.2004 - 01.2012
- Engaged and interacted with customers to create positive shopping experiences and drive revenue growth
- Created work schedules according to sales volume and number of employees
- Scheduled and led weekly store meetings for all employees to discuss sales promotions and new inventory while providing platforms for all to voice concerns
- Completed monthly profit and loss performance reports
- Oversaw receiving and display of incoming products, meeting planned promotions and seasonal rotation for sales events
- Hired, trained, and evaluated personnel in sales and marketing
Assistant Supervisor
Advance Components Inc.
Sidney, OH
01.1997 - 01.2004
- Recommended changes to policies and procedures to maximize team efficiency and productivity
- Monitored employee performance and developed improvement plans
- Supported Supervisor by preparing production reports and collating quality documentation
- Maintained safe and clean work environment while complying and enforcing procedures and regulations
- Maintained accurate and detailed logs of all events during each shift
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Management
Edison State Community Collage
Piqua, OH01.2021
Certificate of Technical Studies - Fastener Specialist
Fastener Training Institute
Cleveland, OH11-2015
Certificate - Environmental Studies
Upper Valley Career Center
Piqua, OH01.1996
Skills
- Employee scheduling and supervision
- Project management
- Supply chain oversight
- Team leadership
- Operational efficiency
- Facility management
- Inventory control
- Performance reviews
- Coaching and mentoring
Certification
- Manufacturing Management – Edison State Community Collage
- Lean Manufacturing – Edison State Community Collage
- Fastener Training Institute – Cleveland, Ohio
- Certified Fastener Specialist - 2015-11-06
- Certified Internal Auditor for ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018 – North Carolina State University
Accomplishments
- ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, helped write the ISO manual for both certifications.
- Developed all training procedures for operations for whole company.
Timeline
National Operations Manager
Bamal Fastener
08.2025 - Current
Regional Operations Manager
Bamal Fasteners
01.2012 - 08.2025
Store Manager
Rent-A-Center
01.2004 - 01.2012
Assistant Supervisor
Advance Components Inc.
01.1997 - 01.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Management
Edison State Community Collage
Certificate of Technical Studies - Fastener Specialist
Fastener Training Institute
Certificate - Environmental Studies
Upper Valley Career Center
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