Larry Spohn
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Results-oriented Operations Leader with 40 years of experience in technology logistics and industrial infrastructure. Delivered multimillion-dollar asset deployments on time and under budget, utilizing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance operational efficiency. Skilled in managing large teams and optimizing facility processes for improved throughput.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Domestic Operations Specialist
HOUSEHOLD OPERATIONS & MANAGEMENT
Phoenix, AZ
01.2021 - Current
- Streamlined workflows, resource allocation, and vendor contract scheduling for residential improvement and structural upgrade projects.
- Coordinated household schedules and daily domestic operations across multiple service areas.
- Facilitated communication with vendors to ensure timely delivery of cleaning and maintenance services. for cleaning, maintenance, and supply coordination.
- Monitored inventory levels of household supplies to maintain adequate stock for daily needs. Household supplies and replenishment needs.
- Managed household budgeting, home maintenance projects, tool safety, and residential upgrades during five-year work break.
Associate Production Manager, Logistics Services
ARROW ELECTRONICS
Phoenix, AZ
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Configure-to-Order Line Management: Supervised assembly and software imaging pipelines building custom enterprise digital signage media players and hardware systems for premier global accounts (including McDonald's, Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, and airport kiosks); maintained a perfect 100% on-time delivery record.
- Spearheaded 20-person depot repair pipeline for advanced hardware troubleshooting and material logistics, ensuring timely and accurate outbound shipping operations.
- Directed and mentored a cross-functional technical team of 40+ personnel across custom computer manufacturing assembly lines and outbound shipping departments, enhancing collaboration and operational efficiency.
- Lean & Safety Implementation: Spearheaded process improvements using Lean and Six Sigma concepts; architected a facility-wide industrial safety program and deployed 5S organizational systems to streamline pack-out velocity.
- Managed hiring, compensation decisions, and performance reviews while conducting technical business reviews to ensure alignment with stakeholder expectations.
Warehouse Manager (North Phoenix Location)
THE SYNTHETIC GRASS STORE
Phoenix, AZ
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Full Facility Accountability: Managed all operational, administrative, and inventory aspects of the North Phoenix wholesale logistics location, overseeing staff scheduling, field productivity, and quality standards.
- Established product par levels and directed supply chain ordering across 4 regional Arizona store locations, ensuring optimal inventory management.
- Supervised a production crew of 3 to 4 fulfillment specialists in safe material handling, forklift staging, and precise dimensional cutting of commercial turf orders, maintaining quality standards.
- Designed and implemented multi-site inventory tracking procedures across corporate hubs while managing recruitment, hiring, and training of warehouse fulfillment personnel.
Project Manager
ENERCON ENGINEERING (YOUR POWER PARTNER)
Phoenix, AZ
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Enterprise Project Wins: Completed a $3 Million, 22-Unit power generation deployment project for Google and a $1.5 Million, 19-Unit power systems project for Schneider Electric in Mexico—100% on time and within budget guidelines.
- Multimillion-Dollar Project Control: Commanded full-lifecycle management for high-complexity power generation installation projects from conception through mechanical completion, ensuring strict adherence to project schedules, milestones, and milestone billing matrices.
- Cross-Functional Optimization: Led daily operational syncs with project teams to resolve schedule bottlenecks and collaborated weekly with Plant Manager, Production Manager, Engineers, and Sales Managers to align operations.
- Supply Chain & Subcontractor Liaison: Coordinated equipment installations with logistics teams to ensure timely material delivery and served as primary liaison with subcontractors.
Warehouse Floor Supervisor & Department Manager (Frontend / Tire Center / RTV)
COSTCO WHOLESALE
, WA & AZ
01.2000 - 01.2010
- Large-Scale Frontend Supervision: Directed floor operations, supervised upwards of 150 to 300+ employees per shift at high-volume Washington and Arizona facilities to manage cashier logistics and vault drops.
- Cross-Functional Floor Governance: Selected by warehouse leadership as universal backup manager; directed multi-department operations, managed labor scheduling, and led personnel across entire warehouse floor to ensure seamless operations.
- Tire Center & RTV Logistics: Managed specialized customer quoting, tire inventory management, and technical service crews. Controlled the return logistics (RTV) pipeline, tracked asset recovery and inventory compliance metrics.
- Safety & Merchandising Setup: Led forklift training operations and safety compliance programs, collaborating with layout team on structural build of Costco Home Store visual layouts and regional wine racks to enhance customer experience.
Product Assembler & Visual Display Builder
GENERAL ASSEMBLY & RETAIL MERCHANDISING
- Designed and built custom store showroom displays at Henry Bacon Lumber; assembled setups with high precision, leading to formal photography by corporate representatives from Kohler for their brand files.
- Installed product fixtures for in-store merchandising setups and resets.
- Assembled products by reading schematics and using hand and power tools to create sturdy, safe hardware configurations.
- Constructed retail display components using specified assembly techniques. following GENERAL ASSEMBLY & RETAIL MERCHANDISING instructions.
- Inspected assembled parts for fit, alignment, and finish quality.
Education
Essentials of Project Management Program -
VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY
01-2020
Associate of Science (A.S.) - Information Technology
ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
Phoenix, AZ01-2012
Skills
- Operations & Large-Scale Leadership: Plant management, Multi-Site Facility supervision (Up to 3Workforce management & Recruitment & Onboarding
- Project Governance & Fiscal Stewardship: Project lifecycle management, On-Time Delivery (OTD Delivery management et Variance Miti Cost control casting
- Multi-Site Logistics & Inventory Architecture: Regional Par-Level Control, Multi-Location Procurement, Supply chain tracking, Fleet & Outbound Shipping Operations
- Continuous Improvement & Workplace Safety: Lean Six Sigma Concepts, 5S Program Ownership, ISO Standards Compliance, Safety program management, Forklift training
- Technical Project Coordination
- Inventory control
- Project management
- Lean manufacturing
- Vendor Management
Certification
ISO 9001 Internal Auditor Training | Professional Development Institute (PDI) [Issued Jan 2014], EQSA Onsite Power Generation System Training | Electrical Generating Systems Association [Issued Jan 2014], DOT Hazardous Material Transportation Training | Eduwhere [Issued Jan 2013], Safety Instruction: Corporate Forklift Instructor & OSHA Workplace Safety Coordinator, Security: Active Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card Holder
Timeline
Domestic Operations Specialist
HOUSEHOLD OPERATIONS & MANAGEMENT
01.2021 - Current
Associate Production Manager, Logistics Services
ARROW ELECTRONICS
01.2018 - 01.2021
Warehouse Manager (North Phoenix Location)
THE SYNTHETIC GRASS STORE
01.2015 - 01.2018
Project Manager
ENERCON ENGINEERING (YOUR POWER PARTNER)
01.2012 - 01.2015
Warehouse Floor Supervisor & Department Manager (Frontend / Tire Center / RTV)
COSTCO WHOLESALE
01.2000 - 01.2010
Product Assembler & Visual Display Builder
GENERAL ASSEMBLY & RETAIL MERCHANDISING
Essentials of Project Management Program -
VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY
Associate of Science (A.S.) - Information Technology
ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE