Wesley Kotz Email and Phone Number
As an Operations Leader I have lead teams cross-functional teams of over 250 and oversaw locations spread across 13 states and manged P&Ls of over $150M as well as the roll out of new food programs across the region. With a focus on Learning and Development I have started mentor programs and professional development trainings at to develop more than 50 leaders and led to over 30 promotions at multiple organizational levelsI SPECIALIZE IN:➡️CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: Reduced injuries by 84% and cut costs by $441k with a new conveyance design ➡️BUSINESS OPERATIONS: Led 250+ member single and multi-unit teams across 13 states with P&Ls of $150M➡️CULTURE & DEVELOPMENT: History of creating excellent team culture helping leaders to grow and develop➡️OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE: Focusing on process efficiency to reduce costs and increase profitability➡️LEADERSHIP: Led teams through all stages of development from launching new sites to correcting opportunity locationsCAREER HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:✅ Improved site processes that lead to a $4.3M annual cost reduction✅ Created an improved conveyance system that is being distributed throughout the Business Line✅ Consistently develop leaders and promote an average of 3 leaders a year into higher positions✅ Led multiple renovation and new construction projects across 63 locations and 13 states✅ Improved Division profit by 17%Let's connect: weskotz@gmail.com or directly through LinkedInEDUCATION 🎓◆ MBA, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Gies College of Business◆ Bachelor of Science (BS), United States Military AcademyMORE ABOUT ME:Corporate Career◆ Over 10 years experience as an operations leader in retail, logistics and warehousing◆ Deep understanding and experience developing leaders and work cultures resulting in efficient safe environments that excel in value creation and professional growth.◆ 6-Sigma Yellow Belt certificationFun Facts:◆ Decorated U.S. Army officer. Earned a Bronze Star Medal and Army Commendation Medal◆ Aspiring Martial Artist with a Black Belt in Taekwondo and working towards a Black Belt in Hapkido◆ I enjoy woodworking and doing renovation projects at my home or in my business' rental properties◆ My family and I love to travel and I have been to 47 States, 12 Countries and 3 Continents
Lt Leon Associates, Inc.
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Operations Manager ◆ Managed $2.5M P And L ◆ Oversaw Multiple Technical Business LinesLt Leon Associates, Inc.Des Moines, Ia, Us
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Operations Manager ◆ Cut Costs By $4.7M Annually ◆ Led 250 Employee Cross-Functional TeamAmazon Jun 2021 - PresentDes Moines Metropolitan AreaPlanned and Supervised Daily Operations, Mid- and Long- Term Planning and Continuous Improvement actions at 275k sqft building that served 180+ downstream destinations• Reduced injuries by 84% and costs by $441k with new conveyence design • Decreased transportation costs by $4.3M through improved dispatch processes• Created professional development programs and helped 12 leaders get promoted or hired• Taught 60+ leaders in Operations Academy training across the organizationLed a team of more than 250 people, both salaried and hourly, responsible for efficient execution of daily and weekly operations plans -
Division Merchandising Manager ◆ Managed P&L Of $150M ◆ Operated Across 13 States And 63 LocationsLove'S Travel Stops Mar 2018 - Jun 2021Des Moines Metropolitan Area• Increased Gross Profit by 17% by establishing individual site initiatives• Managed 63 locations through Deli Program Renovations • Created mentor program for 30+ leaders across the Division -
General Manager ◆ Led 35 Employee Multi-Departmental Team ◆ $40M Annual SalesLove'S Travel Stops Jun 2015 - Mar 2018Omaha Metropolitan Area• 7% annual increase in Net Profits • Reduced Turnover from 550% to 50% and promoted 8 managers• Acted as District mentor for new managers
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Operations Leader ◆ Led 115 Soldiers ◆ Four Courses Trained 1,780 LeadersUs Army May 2013 - May 2015Fort Benning, Ga• Managed $13M of equipment• Facilitated over 50 training events -
Operations And Executive Officer ◆ Managed Operations For A 500 Soldier UnitUs Army Apr 2011 - May 2013Fort Hood, Texas, United States• Created Process to provide clear operational picture to senior leaders• Oversaw and supported over 90 Combat Patrols
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Platoon Leader ◆ Commanded 30 Soldier PlatoonUs Army May 2009 - Apr 2011Fort Hood, Tx• Planned and Executed Operations during training and deployment• Managed and Maintained +$12M of equipment
Wesley Kotz Education Details
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Business Administration And Management, General
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What company does Wesley Kotz work for?
Wesley Kotz works for Lt Leon Associates, Inc.
What is Wesley Kotz's role at the current company?
Wesley Kotz's current role is Operations Manager ◆ Managed $2.5M P and L ◆ Oversaw Multiple Technical Business Lines.
What schools did Wesley Kotz attend?
Wesley Kotz attended United States Military Academy At West Point, University Of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
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Wesley Kotz's colleagues are Gaurav Mohanty, Marcela Blanco Echeverría, Girish Boricha, Veronica Ekpo, Yazılım Sektörü, Mohammed Kamar Uddin, Michael Martin.
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