Camryn Purham
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic Field Operations leader with over 4 years of progressive experience managing large-scale, multi-functional distribution environments. Expertise in directing a team of over 110 members across three shifts within a five-function fulfillment floor, including pick, sort, rebin, pack, and ship operations. Proven record of driving efficiency gains of 35%, significantly reducing safety incidents by 50%, and consistently meeting daily production targets of 25,000 units at approximately $1.50 VPCU. Recognized for strong operational discipline, effective cost control strategies, and a commitment to developing frontline leadership in fast-paced settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Target
Chicago, IL
06.2022 - Current
- Lead end-to-end operations across a multi-function fulfillment floor consisting of five core workstreams: pick-to-tote, sortation, manual rebin, pack, and ship.
- Oversee 110+ team members across three daily shifts, ensuring consistent execution, labor optimization, and leadership continuity.
- Drive daily production goals of ~25,000 units while maintaining VPCU targets of approximately $1.50 through labor planning and workflow efficiency strategies.
- Increased operational efficiency by 35% through data-driven performance analysis, bottleneck identification, and process redesign.
- Reduced workplace injuries by 50% year-over-year by implementing structured GEMBA routines, accountability systems, and root-cause safety interventions.
- Develop frontline leaders through structured coaching, succession planning, and performance management to strengthen bench depth across shifts.
- Partner cross-functionally with HR, training, and senior site leadership to align operational execution with broader business objectives.
- Implemented standardized shift-transition processes that eliminated early production losses and improved cross-shift accountability.
Yard Marshal
Amazon
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Directed yard operations supporting high-volume fulfillment flow, ensuring safety compliance and throughput alignment with site production targets.
- Conducted operational audits and implemented corrective action plans to maintain KPI performance and reduce inefficiencies.
- Coordinated staffing and cross-training strategies to sustain performance during peak volume and labor fluctuations.
- Served as operational liaison between transportation and fulfillment leadership teams.
Learning Trainer
Amazon
11.2020 - 09.2021
- Led onboarding and workforce development initiatives for new associates and emerging leaders in a high-volume logistics environment.
- Analyzed productivity and quality metrics to improve training effectiveness and reduce ramp-up variability.
- Supported implementation of new safety and operational rollouts across departments to ensure rapid adoption and compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Health Science - Public Health
University of Missouri – Columbia
Columbia, MOAssociate of Science - Biological Sciences
Triton College
River Grove, ILSkills
- Multi-Shift Operational Leadership
- High-Volume Fulfillment Execution
- Cost Management (VPCU Control)
- Labor Planning & Workforce Optimization
- Safety Strategy & Compliance
- Continuous Improvement (Lean Practices)
- KPI & Performance Management
- Cross-Functional Alignment
- Frontline Leadership Development
Timeline
Operations Manager
Target
06.2022 - Current
Yard Marshal
Amazon
09.2021 - 06.2022
Learning Trainer
Amazon
11.2020 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Health Science - Public Health
University of Missouri – Columbia
Associate of Science - Biological Sciences
Triton College