Inventory Supervisor
Celeste Bailey
Chick-fil-A Supply
Wadsworth,OH
14
Years of experience
4
Certifications
I build stronger systems, stronger teams, and better ways of working. Through clear processes, thoughtful leadership, and a culture of ownership.
Inventory and operations leader with 10+ years of warehouse and frontline leadership experience. Known for building structure, developing people, solving recurring problems, and helping teams understand the why behind the work. Promoted through three roles at Chick-fil-A Supply, with experience spanning floor operations, people leadership, inventory, and culture.
Work History
11 Months
11.2025 - Current
11 Months
Inventory Supervisor
Chick-fil-A Supply | Cleveland, DC
11.2025 - Current
- Lead inventory execution across dry, cooler, and freezer operations, including audits, counts, claims, adjustments, variance research, distressed product, expiration issues, and inventory accuracy.
- Build training, certification, standard work, and daily operating tools that create clearer ownership and consistency for Inventory Leads.
- Develop frontline leaders through coaching, cross-training, and accountability while partnering across Operations, Quality, Safety, Transportation, planning, and suppliers to resolve root causes.
2 Years 3 Months
08.2023 - 11.2025
2 Years 3 Months
Operations Supervisor
Chick-fil-A Supply
08.2023 - 11.2025
- Led daily warehouse operations, staffing, performance, and team development while using KPI, SOD, EOD, and other operating metrics to adjust plans and drive execution.
- Coached team members and Leads through real-time feedback, one-on-ones, training, and development planning; served as head of the Culture Council throughout my tenure.
2 Months
08.2023 - 10.2023
2 Months
Lead Warehouse Team Member
Chick-fil-A Supply
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Directed inbound/outbound floor movement, staffing, training, and priorities; adjusted plans in real time as volume, PTO, call-offs, and business needs changed.
4 Years 2 Months
06.2019 - 08.2023
4 Years 2 Months
Warehouse Leadership / Operations
PepsiCo
06.2019 - 08.2023
- Supervised associates, coordinated dock/route readiness, audited pallets, coached employees, resolved loading and sequencing issues, and supported launches.
4 Years 5 Months
01.2015 - 06.2019
4 Years 5 Months
Department Manager
Walmart
01.2015 - 06.2019
- Led Online Grocery Pickup, Site to Store, and Pickup Today with 32+ employees; owned hiring, training, scheduling, performance, inventory accuracy, and execution.
2 Years 5 Months
08.2012 - 01.2015
2 Years 5 Months
Lead Technician
University of Akron
08.2012 - 01.2015
- Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining, and motivating employees.
- Managed daily activities, assigned tasks to specific staff members and utilized proven management techniques to cut work flow downtime and maximize revenues.
- Managed hiring, training, and scheduling of all employees for both locations.
Education
A.A.S. - Emergency Medical Services Technology
University of Akron
Skills
BUILDER
I create structure when the work needs it.
PROBLEM SOLVER
I look past the adjustment and find the why.
PEOPLE DEVELOPER
I build confidence
and ownership within my team.
CULTURE CARRIER
Certification
- CPR Certified
- HACCP Certified
- Emotional Intelligence Coach Certified
- EMT State Certification
- Firefighter II State Certification
Timeline
Inventory Supervisor
Chick-fil-A Supply
11.2025 - CurrentRead more
Operations Supervisor
Chick-fil-A Supply
08.2023 - 11.2025Read more
Lead Warehouse Team Member
Chick-fil-A Supply
08.2023 - 10.2023Read more
Warehouse Leadership / Operations
PepsiCo
06.2019 - 08.2023Read more
Department Manager
Walmart
01.2015 - 06.2019Read more
Lead Technician
University of Akron
08.2012 - 01.2015Read more
University of Akron - A.A.S., Emergency Medical Services Technology
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