Bethany Small
Columbus,OH
Summary
Seasoned logistics professional with 14 years of experience in supply chain logistics seeking a Project Manager role to drive excellence across supply chain functions. Committed to delivering high-quality results through strategies that engage, enable, and empower associates—while contributing meaningfully to organizational success and continuous improvement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Continuous Skill Development Manager
Walmart Supply Chain
04.2020 - Current
- Directed logistics projects by aligning stakeholders, defining operational goals, and executing initiatives that improved supply chain efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Implemented facility-level training programs to enhance workforce readiness and compliance, leveraging divisional best practices to standardize delivery across multiple sites by serving on the Automation training and development team.
- Led change management efforts for logistics operations, conducting assessments, and driving adoption of new systems and processes.
- Managed project teams supporting operational transitions, coordinating site communications, and ensuring consistent messaging during Atlas migration
- Collaborated with corporate and site leadership to roll out logistics initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals
- Contributed to facility leadership strategy, using operational insights to inform project planning, drive continuous improvement
- Championed talent development, resulting in the promotion of associates into leadership and advanced roles by implementing targeted training, and mentorship.
Area Manager
Walmart Distribution Center
09.2017 - 04.2020
- Overseeing daily workflows, resource allocation, and team performance to meet strict shipping and fulfillment deadlines in 3 different departments from 2017-2020 to include FID, PUT to light and Pick to light.
- Optimized floor productivity through strategic labor planning, cross-training initiatives, and continuous process improvements, resulting in measurable gains in throughput and accuracy.
- Ensured compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards, conducting regular audits and embedding company policies into daily practices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including HR, area managers, and operation managers for Safety, and Quality to support facility-wide initiatives and maintain alignment with corporate logistics goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Major
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH06.2008
Goals
- Drive continuous improvement initiative
- Streamline logistics processes
- Utilize technology and automation
Timeline
Continuous Skill Development Manager
Walmart Supply Chain
04.2020 - Current
Area Manager
Walmart Distribution Center
09.2017 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre Major
The Ohio State University
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