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Andrew Tolpa

Newport

Summary

Operations professional prepared to leverage extensive experience in operational management to enhance business performance. Expertise in developing and implementing process improvements while fostering collaborative environment to meet organizational goals. Reliable team player with focus on adaptability and achieving targeted results. Proficient in strategic planning and operational efficiency.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Walmart
04.2011 - Current
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
  • Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
  • Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
  • Implemented quality control systems to boost overall product consistency and reliability.
  • Championed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
  • Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in operations workflow, implementing strategies to mitigate risks accordingly.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.

Operations Manager

Walmart
03.2005 - 04.2011

See above achievements and responsibilities in current position.

Area Manager

Walmart
09.2001 - 03.2005

Successful start-up of facility in the RSR department. Moved to DA Receiving department in 2003 where I managed daily operations until promotion in 2005.

Area Manager

Walmart
01.1997 - 09.2001

Responsible for daily operations of Orderfilling, Receiving & Shipping areas. Also managed Off-site storage facility and inventory.

Education

Computer Science

Mohawk Valley Community College
Utica, NY
05-1993

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Team leadership
  • Operations management
  • Customer service
  • Staff management
  • KPI tracking
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Decision-making

Timeline

Operations Manager

Walmart
04.2011 - Current

Operations Manager

Walmart
03.2005 - 04.2011

Area Manager

Walmart
09.2001 - 03.2005

Area Manager

Walmart
01.1997 - 09.2001

Computer Science

Mohawk Valley Community College