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Richfield, MN

• Develop and implement innovative and lean strategies to maintain a consistent, high-quality supply chain management devoted to operational excellence.
• Lead multiple projects to identify issue root causes, resolve distribution issues, and bridge operational gaps between business teams and distribution centers.
• Developed best practices for Distribution Center Support employees to create a strong, fast-paced, workplace culture.
• Develop and mentor multiple analysts, assess their needs, and stay updated on business preferences.
• Lead cross-functional teams to plan and execute essential projects and programs aligned with the Supply Business Distribution strategy.
• Coordinate resources with stakeholders to map project deliverables.

Richfield, MN

• Identified and resolved supply chain issues through root cause analysis and research.
• Continually lead Lean OKR projects with focus on people and helping to improve and optimize distribution center systems.
• Queried databases for information needed for report processing and validated results by performing Quality Assurance to assess data accuracy.
• Identified clear connections between policies and business results to eliminate confusion and help employees achieve goals.
• Conducted distribution center compliance training to reduce liability risks and operate effectively.
• Recommended warehouse management and supply chain process improvements to continually identify, analyze and fix constraints and challenges.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

• Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
• Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
• Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
• Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
• Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
• Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.