Tera Grubbs
Ward,AR
Summary
Accomplished Director of Operations at Arkansas Homes and Rentals, adept in strategic planning and operations oversight, significantly enhanced organizational productivity and efficiency. Skilled in fostering team collaboration and driving operational improvements, achieving substantial cost savings. Expert in strategic execution and operational efficiency, demonstrating a proven track record of success. Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Director Of Operations
Arkansas Homes and Rentals
12.2021 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
- Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
- Oversaw day-to-day production activities in accordance with business objectives.
- Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to assess team progress, providing constructive feedback and guidance for continuous improvement.
- Identified opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement, implementing changes that resulted in significant savings.
- Managed inventory control systems, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
- Led cross-functional teams to address critical operational challenges, fostering collaborative approach that leveraged diverse skills and perspectives.
- Oversaw successful implementation of new ERP system, ensuring smooth transition and minimal disruption to business operations.
- Achieved significant cost savings by renegotiating vendor contracts and optimizing supply chain logistics.
- Improved team morale and reduced turnover by implementing series of employee engagement programs and personalized career development plans.
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Supervised 60+ employees and scheduled shifts.
- Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
- Tracked and managed department costs for good budget adherence.
- Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
Purchasing Agent
Trade Fixtures
09.2017 - 07.2020
- Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through collaboration, professional development, and open communication among team members.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Ensured timely delivery of materials through effective planning and coordination with suppliers.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Reduced lead times by implementing strategic inventory management practices.
- Streamlined purchasing processes for increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and securing favorable pricing with suppliers.
- Increased profitability by analyzing spend data and identifying opportunities for cost reduction.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing demand forecasting techniques to minimize stockouts or excess inventory situations.
- Negotiated payment terms to improve cash flow by extending payables without compromising supplier relationships.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with suppliers to ensure best pricing and terms.
- Streamlined supply chain logistics, resulting in improved delivery times by negotiating better contracts with suppliers.
- Conducted research, identifying potential vendors and better pricing options.
Purchasing Manager
Bemis
02.2016 - 09.2018
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing orders.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Optimized inventory levels by implementing demand forecasting techniques and just-in-time purchasing strategies.
- Trained junior staff members on best practices in purchasing management, contributing to their professional development and growth within the organization.
- Developed risk management strategies to mitigate potential disruptions in the supply chain.
- Progressed through various purchasing, warehousing and leadership roles.
- Conducted regular spend analysis reviews to identify opportunities for cost optimization within various categories.
- Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and reduced lead times.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities in the supply chain.
- Enhanced inventory management efficiencies through introduction of just-in-time procurement system.
- Conducted market analysis to stay informed of industry trends and leverage information in negotiation processes.
- Hired and trained purchasing staff to improve effectiveness of purchasing operations.
- Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans.
- Tracked contract performance metrics and reported issues or non-compliance with appropriate stakeholders.
Education
MBA -
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR05.2015
Skills
Operational Efficiency
Operations Oversight
Strategic Planning
Strategic planning and execution
Timeline
Director Of Operations
Arkansas Homes and Rentals
12.2021 - Current
Purchasing Agent
Trade Fixtures
09.2017 - 07.2020
Purchasing Manager
Bemis
02.2016 - 09.2018
MBA -
Arkansas Tech University
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