AmazonArea Manager
Jun. 2019 - Oct. 2021BHX3 Daventry, Anglia, Wielka BrytaniaEstablished and maintained a culture of safety, well-being, and operational excellence within the fulfillment center. Analyze operational data and implement changes to optimize quality, productivity, and customer service. Oversee projects to streamline processes, enhance service quality, and drive continuous improvement. Collaborate with management colleagues to standardize shift practices and ensure alignment with business objectives. Manage a large team of up to 100 direct reports, providing leadership, guidance, and performance management. Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen techniques to drive operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Mentor new managers and serve as a role model within the organization, fostering a culture of learning and development. Manage day-to-day operations, including staffing, scheduling, and monitoring employee activities to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Analyze customer feedback and modify processes to enhance satisfaction and address areas for improvement. Implement new processes, systems, and technologies to improve operational efficiency and productivity. Acomplishments: Developed a training plan resulting in up to 12% higher pack rates and processing the highest volume of multis and single-hour shipments. Created a Pack Lane monitor tool, reducing unprocessed package spikes from up to 3.7k to an average of 500 units. Implemented Outbound break split strategy, reducing pick SLA misses and maintaining a steady WIP buffer. Successfully obtained regional approval to remove safety harness requirement, resulting in a 50% decrease in SLI. Served as Proxy Operations Manager for approx. 30% of all shifts, achieving high OB TPH and pick rates while maintaining operational excellence. Mentored Tier 1`s and Tier 3`s and supported them in securing promotions. Established the foundation for a new OB department, including job roles, workflows, area design, training materials, and SOPs.