AMBER PEREZ
Bayonne
Summary
Transformational operations leader with over a decade of progressive leadership experience in high-volume, fast-growth environments including food production, fulfillment, and distribution. Expert in spearheading large-scale initiatives, optimizing operational performance, and driving cross-functional excellence. Adept at building strong leadership pipelines, enhancing bottom-line profitability, and aligning daily execution with long-term strategic vision.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Hello Fresh
Newark
09.2023 - Current
- Provide enterprise-level operational leadership across a nationally scaled distribution facility. Drive strategic projects that enhance productivity, workforce agility, and operational excellence while fostering a high-performance culture rooted in accountability, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
- Orchestrate large-scale, cross-functional initiatives involving staffing, training, technology deployment, and facility expansion to ensure seamless scalability and operational efficiency.
- Design and implement data-driven solutions to eliminate workflow bottlenecks, reduce labor waste, and enhance throughput across key production verticals.
- Champion cultural transformation initiatives focused on performance recognition, safety ownership, and frontline engagement.
- Cultivate leadership talent by mentoring managers and developing structured career progression strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Serve as a key liaison between corporate leadership and site operations, ensuring alignment on long-term business objectives and short-term executional priorities.
- Manage daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and resource allocation.
Production Manager
Hello Fresh
Newark
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Oversaw all aspects of shift operations, including planning, labor management, and quality control. Played a pivotal role in stabilizing operational performance during a period of rapid scale and transformation.
- Led daily production huddles, aligning front-line teams with business-critical priorities.
- Reduced cost per unit through strategic labor deployment and real-time decision-making.
- Enhanced communication and accountability structures across supervisory layers.
Operations Manager
Blue Apron
Linden
12.2018 - 01.2021
- Led shipping, receiving, and inventory control operations across a large-scale food manufacturing site. Managed diverse teams and implemented system enhancements that improved accuracy, speed, and productivity.
- Directed 100+ hourly staff and 10+ salaried managers, fostering an inclusive and results-driven work environment.
- Developed inventory accuracy protocols that led to an 11% improvement in year-end reporting accuracy over two years.
- Collaborated with cross-functional partners in engineering, procurement, and technology to execute critical process upgrades.
- Filled leadership gaps by temporarily managing multiple support departments, ensuring seamless operational continuity.
Production Supervisor
Blue Apron
Linden
04.2016 - 12.2018
- Oversaw production performance and team development within high-output environments. Known for exceeding departmental benchmarks and fostering team cohesion.
- Improved unit-per-hour productivity across departments by up to 25% through data-informed coaching and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Cultivated future leaders by mentoring associates into supervisory roles.
Inventory Control Specialist
Blue Apron
Linden
07.2015 - 04.2016
- Owned inventory tracking and cycle counting functions. Designed tools that enhanced traceability, forecasting accuracy, and operational control.
Assistant Store Manager
CVS/PHARMACY
Jersey City
09.2013 - 07.2015
- Held full operational accountability for store performance, employee development, and customer experience.
Shift Supervisor / Head Cashier / Photo Tech
CVS/PHARMACY
Jersey City
01.2006 - 01.2013
- Progressed through multiple roles while consistently exceeding operational expectations.
Education
Business Management Coursework -
University of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
Ferris High School
Jersey City, NJSkills
- Operational Strategy & Execution
- Multi-Site Leadership & Scalability
- Labor Optimization & Cost Containment
- Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
- Cross-Functional Alignment
- Regulatory Compliance (GMP, SQF, OSHA)
- Talent Acquisition
- Retention & Succession
- Production Planning & KPI Analysis
- Organizational Development
- Systems Implementation & Change Management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Pyramid
- Ops Manager
- QA App
- HACCP
- Forklift Operation
- OSHA Awareness
- CPR/AED/First Aid
- Data analysis
- Inventory management
- Effective communication
- High-pressure environments
Technical Skills And Certifications
Microsoft Office Suite, Pyramid, Ops Manager, QA App, HACCP, Forklift Operation, OSHA Awareness, CPR/AED/First Aid
Timeline
Operations Manager
Hello Fresh
09.2023 - Current
Production Manager
Hello Fresh
01.2021 - 09.2023
Operations Manager
Blue Apron
12.2018 - 01.2021
Production Supervisor
Blue Apron
04.2016 - 12.2018
Inventory Control Specialist
Blue Apron
07.2015 - 04.2016
Assistant Store Manager
CVS/PHARMACY
09.2013 - 07.2015
Shift Supervisor / Head Cashier / Photo Tech
CVS/PHARMACY
01.2006 - 01.2013
Business Management Coursework -
University of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
Ferris High School