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
2024.01 - 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
2022.08 - 2024.03
- 4 years 8 months
Area Manager
Amazon
2023.05 - 2023.07
- 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.
2022.10 - 2023.06
- 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
2020.01 - 2020.05
- 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
2018.06 - 2018.09
- 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
2024.01 - Current
Area Manager
Amazon
2023.05 - 2023.07
Stock Clerk
IGA, INC.
2022.10 - 2023.06
Laboratory Operations Manager
Austin Peay State University
2022.08 - 2024.03
Package Handler
FedEx
2020.01 - 2020.05
Lifeguard
Beech Bend Park & Splash Lagoon
2018.06 - 2018.09
Bachelor of Science - BS - Computer Science
Austin Peay State University