Chris Ridder

Experience

1. Section Chief Strategic Leader in Finance, Program Management & Operational Excellence

   Uscis

   Apr 2022 — Present · Kansas City, MO, US

   Senior operations executive leading enterprise-wide strategic initiatives across finance, human resources, contracting, logistics, and technology functions. Direct substantial annual operating budget and 30+ person management team while driving operational excellence through data-driven decision making and process optimization across 98+ operational locations.Financial Management & Budget Oversight:Manage substantial annual operating budget with full P&L responsibility, delivering significant cost optimization through comprehensive operational analysisLead annual budget formulation processes, quarterly forecasting cycles, and real-time execution monitoring using advanced financial modelingOversee funding allocation for 50+ strategic partner organizations and coordinate resource planning across multiple business verticalsImplement zero-based budgeting methodologies and automated financial reporting systems, reducing budget cycle time by 40%Team Leadership & Human Resources:Developed strategic workforce planning models that improved operational efficiency by 30% through optimized staffing allocationImplement competency-based performance management systems affecting employees across multiple operational divisionsExecute succession planning for 15+ critical leadership positions while maintaining 95% retention rate for high-performing managersContracting & Procurement Management:Oversee major contract portfolio including 200+ active vendor agreements with complex SOW, PWS, PRS, and QASP requirementsLead procurement processes for mission-critical services including IT infrastructure, facilities management, and specialized consultingNegotiate enterprise software licensing agreements delivering substantial annual savings while improving service delivery capabilitiesMaintain FAC-COR Level certification & FAC-P/PM certification and train 25+ junior contracting personnel on federal acquisition regulations