Ofir Arbel

Experienced Senior Leader and Strategic Initiatives Expert with a Proven Track Record in Military High-Tech Environments. Dynamic and accomplished ex-Navy Officer (CDR) with a successful background instituting and leading top-performing teams. Results-focused professional with extensive experience driving operational excellence and fostering a culture of innovation within high-tech organizations. Skilled in transformative processes, change management, and continuous improvement to deliver exceptional outcomes. A seasoned leader adept at creating an empowering work environment to maximize team potential. Actively seeking to leverage military leadership skills and experience in a high-tech industry role.
→ Accomplished professional with a proven track record of success in complex environments.
→ Adapt quickly and develop innovative solutions when using new software tools and experimenting with different design
approaches
→ Trusted subject matter expert in planning, business advising, and decision-making.
→ Proven expertise in driving efficient operations through budget allocation, financial analysis, resource optimization, and supply chain management.
→ Skilled in project management, value-added analysis, contract negotiation, and data-driven metric assessments for informed decision-making.
→ Ability to harness the power of data and digital solutions to overcome barriers and transform operations.
→ Thrives in high-pressure environments and consistently delivers results.
→ Effective communicator and collaborator with strong interpersonal skills.

Israel Ministry of Defense | New York Jul 2021 – Present
Head of Naval Procurement Division

Administrate strategic policy development for procurement of Naval platforms or means in technology, engineering, and resources while directing sourcing, auditing , negotiation, and reviews of contracts, rates, and terms with vendors/suppliers.
 

Israeli Navy – Technology & Material Command | Israel Mar 2018 – Jul 2021
Head of Planning & Operations Branch, Chief Finance Officer
Spearheaded direct supervision to over 500+ personnel, as well as strategic financial direction, planning, and analysis for entire command, while serving single point of contact on contract support issues, quality, and timeliness per standardized protocols.

Israeli Navy Shipyards | Israel Aug 2015 – Aug 2017
Head of Planning Division – Naval Shipyards
Captained management of staff-specific workloads for proper scheduling of maintenance work prior to due dates while regulating supply and material ordering for structural shops in accordance with maintenance and project needs.
 

Israel Navy Shipyards | Israel Aug 2012 – Aug 2015
Head of Production Planning & Control Team
Superintended planning of short-range/long-range operations, as well as capacity resource and execution planning with storage coordination, for timely completion of maintenance requirements/projects while organizing schedules, repairs, and runout dates.
 

PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE
Senior System Analyst, Israel Navy C4I Department | Aug 2011 – Aug 2012
Head of Integrated Logistics Support Team, Israeli Navy – Technology & Material Command | Aug 2006 – Aug 2011

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering & Management, Ruppin Academic Center | Jun 2006