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United States

• Drive the development and implementation of procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement• Lead and mentor a team of Supervisors and associates, building a high-performance environment through talent selection, development, and promotion• Strategically plan and execute comprehensive training and development initiatives to align with broader strategies, driving organizational objectives• Manage facility maintenance for a safe work environment and establish key metrics for operational efficiency• Demonstrate strong decision-making skills, adept at multitasking and prioritizing tasks in a high-volume distribution environment• Proficient in utilizing automated ERP systems for processing, inquiries, reporting, and issue resolution for seamless operations and troubleshooting capabilities

• Established and promoted a compliant work environment, fostering adherence to the TMC Quality System and policies among co-workers and direct reports.• Led initiatives to enhance in-house and in-field inventory accuracy and control, collaborating with Operations, Commercial, and Customer Care teams• Conducted regular inventory analyses to address issues and ensured efficient SAP SLOC Management Aging and reconciliation processes across DNetwork.• Managed end-to-end processes for exception materials, including RGA and Quality Holds, while recording and reporting Monthly & Quarterly Aging Reports by BU and providing DC Inventory Turns Actuals per Quarter• Participated in project performance meetings, contributing ideas and methods for unit/company performance improvement, and oversaw SOX Compliance-related activities

United States

• Directed a cohesive team atmosphere by guiding employees through business policies, safety procedures, and performance expectations through meetings and correspondence• Oversaw inventory control activities, including accurate reporting of inventory, order processing, and high levels of customer satisfaction through efficient distribution functions• Handled shipping/receiving operations to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks, optimizing efficiency and minimizing errors• Supervised facility maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and providing conducive working conditions for operations• Motivated employees to achieve high productivity and quality standards, actively participating in performance improvement initiatives and project meetings

• Led the implementation of safety programs, SOPs, and reward initiatives with OSHA guidelines and promoted a clean, secure work environment.• Monitored recruitment, training, scheduling, and payroll for a team of 10+ associates, implementing lean Six Sigma/5s methodologies to drive accountability • Implemented strategies to optimize operations, including weekly inspections of nitrogen tanks for ETO exposure monitoring and reallocating resources to reduce expenses in receiving• Enhanced workflow efficiency by instituting one-truck flow principles and organizational strategies, resulting in streamlined processes and improved productivity

Olive Branch Ms

• Investigated, analyzed, and developed action plans within policy and regulatory constraints (FDA, ISO, OSHA), delivering expected results• Contributed to the implementation of "Same Day Shipping," boosting daily production by 25%• Balanced work-life balance, reducing parcel overtime by 30% while reallocating headcount to support other departments

Olive Branch,Ms

• Organized Cordis Inbound Cycle Time Reduction Kaizen event, achieving a 50-minute cycle time reduction, optimizing workforce allocation, promoting work-life balance, and yielding $27,363.00 in annual savings• Guided the successful execution of the Dock to Stock Kaizen event, streamlining cycle time by 66 minutes by implementing a streamlined 1-truck flow process.• Exhibited effective leadership, resulting in outstanding Voice of the Employee (VOE) scores of 98% in FY2016 and 90% in FY2017, underscoring dedication to employee engagement and satisfaction

Southaven, Ms

• Trained and developed associates, ensuring comprehensive instruction on power equipment, WMS, RF, and other distribution technologies• Administered a team of 30+ employees responsible for picking and shipping, driving a 12% efficiency improvement within the department• Enhanced employee engagement in Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives by 90% through the implementation of a multi-phase awareness campaign

Horn Lake, Ms

• Enhanced vendor relations through regular communication channels, including plant visits, in-house meetings, and phone calls, resulting in improved product quality, reduced lead time, and a 10% decrease in costs• Reviewed engineering and purchase specifications for accuracy so that purchase order quantities and parts specifications were correct, thus reducing purchasing errors by 15%

• Successfully shipped 2,000 books to Afghanistan, earning commendation from Service Command for significantly enhancing the quality of life in the region• Effectively tracked 120 delinquent assets during Operation Iraqi Freedom, providing timely in-transit updates to deployed commands, identifying errors, and saving the Air Force $6,000 in delay costs

• Performed meticulous review of government Bill of Lading, suppressed Freight violations by 95%• Recognized as US Air Force Airman of the Quarter for FY 2010 and FY 2011, receiving the Outstanding Traffic Manager Award for routing 95 tons of cargo to support deployment without any transportation delays. Also received the Meritorious Unit Award.

International

• Assisted with a review of 1,500 government Bills of Lading, resulting in a 95% reduction in Freight violations• Controlled the Lock Out Tag Out program for Squadron Little Rock AFB, ensuring 100% compliance with AFOSH standards• Coached the Quality Assurance team to achieve a 99% personal property inspection rate, surpassing the Air Force standard of 80%

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor'S Of Science, Management/Computer Information Systems, Management/Computer Information Systems

Associates Of Science, Transportation And Logistics Management