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ARTHUR BECTON

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with 15+ years of experience spearheading warehouse operations, systems implementation, and process optimization. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget, such as the successful implementation of Manhattan Associates' SCALE and Labor Management applications at Tory Burch and the rapid deployment of Manhattan WMS 2016 at Schneider Electric. Adept at leveraging technical expertise in WMS, SQL, and data analysis to create insightful reports, identify systemic gaps, and implement innovative solutions that drive efficiency and cost savings. Demonstrated ability to foster collaboration, train diverse teams, and ensure adherence to compliance regulations, contributing to significant productivity gains and operational excellence.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

WMS Sr. Business Analyst

Tory Burch, LLC
10.2018 - 05.2024
  • Configured and implemented Manhattan Associates’ SCALE application in Tory Burch’s new facility in the United Kingdom
  • Successfully standardized, configured, and implemented Manhattan’s Labor Management system over a 4-month period
  • Lead weekly WMS calls, bringing NY based team up to speed on status of issues and overall systemic health
  • Created, updated, and maintain operational reports via Manhattan Associates’ SCI (Supply Chain Intelligence) application, via both the UI and MySQL
  • Identified as the go-to person to create on demand reports for requests by senior level management, utilizing free form SQL within excel via an ODBC connection
  • Provided resolutions to bug fixes process / solution gaps
  • Examples include “Secondary Sort Enhancement”, “Replenishment Priority Implementation”, “Flat Pack to ASRS Implementation”, etc
  • Monitors integrations between WMS and ERP / OMS / MHE to ensure seamless data exchange between systems.

Operations Systems Manager

DHL Supply Chain
12.2016 - 10.2018
  • Implemented Manhattan WMS 2016 at the Schneider Electric site during the start-up of two different business units within the same building: fully functioning in ~5 months
  • Created over 150 SQL reports to meet the client’s reporting requirements, assisted with quality, and provided track and traceability for inbound/outbound shipments and inventory
  • Provided consultation and recommendations for solutions to systematic and operational deficiencies, as well as alternatives to systems modifications that resulted in great savings to the client
  • Collaborated with Manhattan consultants, DHL’s Implementation Analysts & Integration Team, and Schneider’s Analysts & Integration Team, to successfully ensure that all EDI messages were transmitting and processing successfully on both sides
  • Successfully trained management and warehouse associates on usage of the site’s Manhattan WMS for Go-Live
  • Managed the implementation of over 15 Manhattan WMS enhancements that included specification development, thorough testing, and implementation to the WMS production environment.

Operations Management - Business Process Engineer

McKesson Corp.
02.2006 - 04.2016
  • Spearheaded the process improvement, labor standards, and slotting optimization for the South Region
  • Identified and implemented improvements in methods, procedures, equipment, or workflow, increasing productivity and/or quality within the Engineered Standards environment for the South Region
  • Created an Excel spreadsheet to auto-calculate the associates’ bi-weekly Labor Management incentive for the South Region
  • This removed ~ 162 hours from the HRAs and saved ~ $5,000 per month for the entire network
  • Facilitated change-management processes, human resource policy design, functional training, leadership skills training, and the development of facility communication strategies around the Labor Management program
  • Executed numerous projects that improved efficiency to warehouse functions, layout changes, and standard operating procedure updates based on analyses of my region’s DC activities and engineered standards data
  • Trained system administrators, managers, supervisors, and team leads on best practices.

WMS Implementation Project Specialist

McKesson Corp.
06.2011 - 04.2013
  • Traveled weekly to test and implement Manhattan Associates WMS to Distribution Centers throughout the US
  • Created over 100 user-friendly guidelines and training documents for the facilities’ implementations
  • Collaborated with different teams and departments including Manhattan Associates, McKesson’s IT, Engineers, Business Analysts, Architects, and Project Managers to test and critique the new WMS’s development
  • Ensured full training at the DCs and that the warehouses were physically and systematically ready prior to Go-Live to ensure a smooth transition when converting from the AS400 WMS to Manhattan Associates WMS
  • Provided guidance and feedback on new processes
  • Served as on/off-site support for new and recurring issues
  • Successfully trained the staff and implemented the new WMS to over 10 facilities within the network.

Operations Supervisor

McKesson Corp.
02.2006 - 06.2011
  • Managed and coached 75+ employees who steadily increased productivity and improved quality that led to the Conroe DC achieving “Most Improved DC of the Year.” Created a new-hire training program that improved performance and knowledge, decreasing turnover by 20%
  • Worked with Six Sigma teams by evaluating special projects to increase productivity and performance demands
  • Implemented and managed an effective compliance program while influencing relationships within the company to collaborate and consult effectively with other corporate functions such as the Law Department, Human Resources, IT, Corporate Security, Information Security and Business Unit compliance functions
  • Oversaw and coordinated training to ensure the local DC is compliant with McKesson’s corporate, local, state, and federal laws including DEA, FDA, OSHA and DOT regulations.

Skills

  • AS400
  • SQL
  • Manhattan Associates Labor Management
  • Manhattan Associates WMS iSeries
  • Manhattan Associates SCALE
  • Microsoft Office Proficient
  • Lean Six Sigma
  • Quetech WorkStudy
  • MQ Visual Edit

Certification

Six Sigma Green Belt Certified

Timeline

WMS Sr. Business Analyst

Tory Burch, LLC
10.2018 - 05.2024

Operations Systems Manager

DHL Supply Chain
12.2016 - 10.2018

WMS Implementation Project Specialist

McKesson Corp.
06.2011 - 04.2013

Operations Management - Business Process Engineer

McKesson Corp.
02.2006 - 04.2016

Operations Supervisor

McKesson Corp.
02.2006 - 06.2011
Six Sigma Green Belt Certified

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