- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Gardening
- Outdoor Recreation
- Electronics and Circuit Building
- DIY and Home Improvement
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Woodworking
- Auto Repair/Restoration
- Adventure Travel
Clarence Berry
Lindale,TX
Summary
Dynamic Operations Manager with a proven track record at Striping Technology L.P., excelling in problem-solving and team leadership. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency, achieving significant cost reductions. Skilled in inventory management and fostering strong client relations, driving projects to successful completion while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Striping Technology L.P.
08.2020 - Current
- Estimating traffic signal, illumination, ITS and large roadside signs
- Facilitated regular team meetings to promote communication and collaboration among staff.
- Managed budgetary constraints by optimizing resource allocation across various departments.
- Developed strategies to enhance operational efficiency and streamline workflow processes.
- Coordinated cross-departmental initiatives to align resources with project objectives.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced operational bottlenecks and increased productivity.
- Trained and mentored team members to foster skill development and career advancement.
- Evaluated vendor performance and negotiated contracts to improve supply chain effectiveness.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to minimize waste and reduce costs.
- Created detailed reports to track progress on operational initiatives and present to senior management.
- Identified areas for cost savings and implemented measures to enhance financial performance.
- Led continuous improvement projects that focused on quality assurance and customer satisfaction.
- 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.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- 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.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
- Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
- Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.
- Reduced turnaround time for project completion through effective resource allocation and team management.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
- Implemented sustainability initiatives, reducing environmental impact.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
Transportation Technician 3
Texas Department Of Transportation
12.2002 - 08.2020
- Worked on and maintained traffic signal equipment, illumination and ITS equipment
- Keep up with inventory of equipment out in field in excell
- Aided in the development of plans
- Inspected construction contracts
- Work with different vendors on project development and deployment
- Was over 3 signal techs.
- Ordered all signal equipment needed
- Sent regular budget report to over head
- Train employees on signal equipment and computer programs used for ITS and traffic signals
Operations Manager
Striping Technology
06.1994 - 12.2002
- Estimated for signal, illumination, ITS and large road side signs
- Developed strategies to enhance operational efficiency and streamline workflow processes.
- Monitored performance metrics to ensure compliance with industry standards and company goals.
- Designed and executed training programs to enhance employee competencies and operational knowledge.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waskom High School
Waskom, TXSkills
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Operations management
- Customer service
- Employee relations and conflict resolution
- Planning and implementation
- Inventory management
- Management
- Project management
- Operations oversight
- Policies and procedures implementation
- Inventory control
- Schedule management
- Client relations
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
- Project planning and development
- Delegation
- Invoice processing
- Conflict mediation
- Cost reduction
- Work flow planning
- Business planning
- Product management
- Purchasing and procurement
- Complex problems analysis
- Forecasting and scheduling
- Performance reporting
- Warehouse operations
- Vendor sourcing
- Maintenance planning
- Contract management
- Expense reports
- Data evaluation
- Budgeting and forecasting
Interests
Timeline
Operations Manager
Striping Technology L.P.
08.2020 - Current
Transportation Technician 3
Texas Department Of Transportation
12.2002 - 08.2020
Operations Manager
Striping Technology
06.1994 - 12.2002
High School Diploma -
Waskom High School