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Austin R. Edwards

Louisville

Summary

During my work at Amazon I focused on operational excellence under my role as Area Manager, where I manage day-to-day operations, streamline workflows, and lead a sizable team of 65 people. Collaboration with cross-functional departments ensures safety compliance, productivity, and seamless process flow. A notable achievement includes leading a pathing project that delivered substantial annual profits, showcasing problem-solving, communication, and business acumen. My academic foundation in Computer Science from Austin Peay State University bolsters my ability to analyze data and implement process improvements. Proficiency in leadership and interpersonal skills drives my passion for fostering positive team environments and data-driven strategies to optimize logistics operations.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Manager

Amazon
01.2024 - Current
  • In my role at Amazon, I effectively managed operations for both picking and packing departments, ensuring seamless logistics and vendor returns. I initiated and led multiple continuous improvement projects, resulting in substantial cost savings. My focus on optimizing processes and performance metrics has significantly enhanced operational efficiency and turnaround times.

Laboratory Operations Manager

Austin Peay State University
08.2022 - 03.2024
  • 4 years 8 months

Area Manager

Amazon
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Successfully managed a team of 60 employees across different levels within the facility by the third week. Led a pathing project with a software engineering component, resulting in an annual profit of $297,500 for SDF4. This project showcased problem-solving abilities and business acumen. Presented a comprehensive and impactful report to senior operations managers, effectively communicating project insights, key findings, and strategic recommendations. Displayed excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • 3 months

Stock Clerk

IGA, INC.
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • My duties at IGA include stocking shelves, managing monthly stock count, helping customers, and communicating with each department in how to close the store.
  • 9 months

Package Handler

FedEx
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • I worked as a night shift package handler at FedEx until the COVID pandemic hit and forced our hours to get in the way of school.
  • 5 months

Lifeguard

Beech Bend Park & Splash Lagoon
06.2018 - 09.2018
  • I was hired and trained as a seasonal lifeguard during the summer of my junior year of high school. My responsibilities was to ensure safety of the guests and customer interaction. The most important skills that life guarding taught me was communication during high stress situations like CPR. And how to work as a team during deep water spinal rescues.
  • 4 months

Education

Bachelor of Science - BS - Computer Science

Austin Peay State University
01.2023

Skills

  • People Management
  • Leadership
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Data visualization and presentations
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Financial and operational reporting

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 8 in the development of the Pack Singles Kaizen. 5 CI projects came from the Kaizen with 2 of the projects being verified for over a million dollars in cost savings.

Timeline

Area Manager

Amazon
01.2024 - Current

Area Manager

Amazon
05.2023 - 07.2023

Stock Clerk

IGA, INC.
10.2022 - 06.2023

Laboratory Operations Manager

Austin Peay State University
08.2022 - 03.2024

Package Handler

FedEx
01.2020 - 05.2020

Lifeguard

Beech Bend Park & Splash Lagoon
06.2018 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Science - BS - Computer Science

Austin Peay State University

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