Lawrence Barker
Aurora,CO
Summary
Exceptional Project Manager successful at directing change management initiatives requiring fast-paced execution. More than 5 years in project management with proven success in telecommunications/logistics and Medical industries. Offers strong analytical, planning and organizational skills to manage competing demands.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Distribution Supervisor
Paragon 28
Englewood, CO
07.2020 - Current
- Identified and solved complex process obstacles to promote 30% volume increase and guide business direction.
- Developed and initiated projects, including managing costs, schedule and performance for Q4 projections.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives by setting realistic timelines and checkpoints.
- Developed implementation methodologies to rein in project costs while meeting key milestones.
- Headed 2 project teams specializing in quality and delivering activities.
- Facilitated occupational safety meetings and handled inquiries, questions and concerns in terms of training.
Sr. Production Supervisor
Communications Test Design Inc.
Aurora, CO
07.2019 - 06.2020
- As a front-line leader during COVID-19 pandemic, led the SIK team that planned for 25% decrease in staff while achieving a 30% increase in productivity and a 25% increase in profitability.
- Improved production metric by 30% as key member of 7-month project to revamp SIK-Comcast operations.
- Adjusted project plans to account for dynamic targets, staffing changes and operational specifications
- Created and maintained schedule to protect company from dead-deal expense while meeting contractual obligations
- Communicated with 30-50 team members to keep project's on schedule.
- Reduced injuries among personnel with development and implementation of robust safety programs and policies.
Production Supervisor
Communications Test Design Inc.
Aurora, CO
12.2014 - 07.2019
- Managed and supervised daily activities of 20-30 team members to verify the fulfillment of customer orders and adherence to warehouse operations
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
- Arranged for and rolled out company projects and programs that supported company's Self-Install-Kit function for comcast.
- Reduced expenditures by effectively negotiating vendor and service contracts to drive savings by 20%.
- Developed and implemented company procedures that effectively reduced job site accidents by 25%.
Education
MBA - Marketing Management And Research
University Of Denver
Denver, CO01.2022
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
University of Denver
Denver, CO05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
American Military University
Charles Town, WV2017
Skills
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
- Project Planning and Development Skills
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Teamwork/Collaboration
- Performance improvements
- Systems implementation
- Goal setting
- Risk analysis and management
- P&L Management
- Advanced Problem Solving
Certification
Lean six sigma black belt(LSSBB)
- Institution: Six Sigma Global Institute
- Issue Date: 7/7/2020
- ID Number: 20254470
Honorably Discharged Veteran 2018
8 years in the United States Army reserves. E-5 92 Foxtrot (MOS).
Timeline
Distribution Supervisor
Paragon 28
07.2020 - Current
Sr. Production Supervisor
Communications Test Design Inc.
07.2019 - 06.2020
Production Supervisor
Communications Test Design Inc.
12.2014 - 07.2019
MBA - Marketing Management And Research
University Of Denver
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
University of Denver
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
American Military University
Lean six sigma black belt(LSSBB)
- Institution: Six Sigma Global Institute
- Issue Date: 7/7/2020
- ID Number: 20254470
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