Arthur Rizer
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Proactive and forward-thinking professional specializing in optimizing departmental operations to meet and exceed business objectives. Demonstrated success in aligning employee skills with roles for peak performance. Committed to continuous improvement, leveraging lean methodologies to solve challenges and implement lasting solutions. Skilled in warehouse management, inventory control, and adept at leading teams in complex and uncertain environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Materials Operations Manager
Electrolux Home Products
06.2017 - Current
- Spearheaded the planning and execution of material flow from a newly established 100,000 sqft. warehouse to bolster operations for a cutting-edge multi-million dollar production facility.
- Secured top employee engagement scores, contributing to an 85% retention rate and fostering professional growth opportunities.
- Led the achievement of 1000+ incident-free days at multiple sites, showcasing a commitment to a safe work environment.
- Utilized technology to drive operations, surpassing 90% productivity in key areas.
- Generated cost savings of over $600,000 by strategically managing $2.5 million in excess material.
Inventory Manager
Electrolux Home Products
04.2016 - 03.2017
- Implemented advanced tracking systems to enhance inventory accuracy, resulting in a notable improvement from 78% to 92%.
- Led the transformation of the cycle count process, delivering timely insights to management on inventory matters that could lead to stock-outs.
- Facilitated regular cross-functional meetings to enhance collaboration and align goals among diverse business units.
Shift Manager
Electrolux Home Products
01.2014 - 03.2016
- Managed 180 employees across three shifts, ensuring smooth operations and team coordination.
- Championed a $350,000 cost savings initiative through optimization of labor costs, equipment right-sizing, and mitigating trailer detention charges.
- Reduced daily unit loss by three thousand through the implementation of an automated Kanban replenishment process.
- Deployed real-time flight boards across the business unit, enhancing production status visibility and identifying potential issues impacting customers.
Operations Manager (First Sergeant)
US Army
01.2011 - 07.2013
- Managed a team of 130 individuals with diverse skills, overseeing responsibilities in fuel and ammunition supply, vehicle maintenance, food service, and general supply.
- Achieved a 15% annual increase in employee promotions through effective leadership and talent development.
- Led safety initiatives, ensuring 20 months without personnel injuries and compliance with E.P.A guidelines.
- Coordinated the distribution of 1.5 million gallons of aviation-grade fuel during overseas operations.
- Supervised, trained, and evaluated five managers and six shift supervisors for optimal team performance.
- Motivated and led ten employees to win four consecutive monthly and two regional organizational competitions.
- Received accolades for consistently passing all annual inspections from external agencies in fiscal years 2011 and 2012.
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA - Business
12.2024
Bachelor's degree - General Studies
Skills
- Strategic Leadership
- Operational Excellence
- Key Performance Indicators
- Process Improvement
- Effective Communication
- Warehouse Management Systems
Timeline
Materials Operations Manager - Electrolux Home Products
06.2017 - Current
Inventory Manager - Electrolux Home Products
04.2016 - 03.2017
Shift Manager - Electrolux Home Products
01.2014 - 03.2016
Operations Manager (First Sergeant) - US Army
01.2011 - 07.2013
- Adaptive Leadership for VUCA Challenges
- Counterintuitive Leadership Strategies for a VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) Environment
- Business Analysis: Essential Tools and Techniques
- Business Analysis Foundations: Strategy Analysis
- Root Cause Analysis: Getting to the Root of Business Problems
- How to Make Strategic Thinking a Habit
- Leading with a Growth Mindset
- You Need a Career Development Plan
- Gemba Kaizen: A Commonsense Approach to Continuous Improvement
Southern New Hampshire University - Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business
Austin Peay State University - Bachelor's degree, General Studies
Professional Development
- Adaptive Leadership for VUCA Challenges
- Counterintuitive Leadership Strategies for a VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) Environment
- Business Analysis: Essential Tools and Techniques
- Business Analysis Foundations: Strategy Analysis
- Root Cause Analysis: Getting to the Root of Business Problems
- How to Make Strategic Thinking a Habit
- Leading with a Growth Mindset
- Gemba Kaizen: A Commonsense Approach to Continuous Improvement
Professional Development
- Adaptive Leadership for VUCA Challenges
- Counterintuitive Leadership Strategies for a VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) Environment
- Business Analysis: Essential Tools and Techniques
- Root Cause Analysis: Getting to the Root of Business Problems
- How to Make Strategic Thinking a Habit
- Leading with a Growth Mindset
- Gemba Kaizen: A Commonsense Approach to Continuous Improvement
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