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Cordney Sanders

Odenville,AL

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Amazon, excelling in strategic operations leadership and cross-functional collaboration. Spearheaded supply chain optimizations and process improvements, achieving a 15% reduction in delivery inefficiencies. Renowned for workforce development and leveraging data-driven decision-making to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager III, Supply Chain - AMXL OTR

Amazon
Nashville, TN
01.2023 - Current
  • Lead cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals, enhancing efficiency and customer satisfaction across the AMXL network
  • Spearheaded negotiations and stakeholder engagements, fostering alignment across departments and driving strategic initiatives
  • Optimized route planning as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Infinity Route program, achieving a 15% reduction in delivery inefficiencies
  • Established and tracked KPIs, driving a 20% improvement in delivery performance and financial forecasting accuracy
  • Developed and implemented innovative strategies to streamline processes and minimize operational costs

Site Leader

Amazon
07.2023 - 06.2024
  • Directed all site operations, including budgets, workforce planning, and safety protocols, for a team of 100+ associates
  • Implemented Lean methodologies to reduce defects by 15% and achieved a top 10 performance ranking within the AMXLDS network
  • Mentored and developed managers, increasing leadership readiness and promotion rates by 25%
  • Delivered consistent improvements in safety, quality, and productivity metrics

Operations Manager (L6)

Amazon
07.2022 - 07.2023
  • Managed 200-500 associates across multiple shifts, focusing on safety, quality, and productivity
  • Championed process improvements that reduced quality defects by 15% and increased throughput by 10%
  • Led high-performing shifts that consistently exceeded KPIs in cost, quality, and safety metrics

Lead Area Manager (L5)

Amazon
11.2021 - 07.2022
  • Directed outbound operations, focusing on safety, quality, and productivity KPIs for over 200 associates
  • Led the Bi-Frost/MCF Project, addressing recurring defects in outbound operations and implementing sustainable process improvements, reducing quality defects by 15% month-over-month
  • Demonstrated exceptional leadership, resulting in promotion to L6 Operations Manager within eight months

Branch Manager & Sales Roles

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
06.2016 - 01.2021
  • Directed multi-state operations across Florida, Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi as Group Commute Branch Manager, overseeing 400-500 vanpool groups annually
  • Improved fleet utilization by 15% and achieved 18% year-over-year revenue growth through strategic planning and operational excellence
  • Developed and implemented customer retention initiatives, increasing repeat business by 25% and reducing customer complaints by 30%
  • Managed $2M+ budgets, implementing cost-saving measures that reduced operational expenses by 12% while maintaining service excellence
  • Spearheaded sustainability initiatives under the 'Commute with Enterprise' program, reducing traffic congestion and carbon emissions while increasing market share by 10%

Professional Indoor Football Player | Defensive Back

01.2012 - 12.2016
  • Demonstrated discipline, commitment, and ability to perform under pressure while mentoring younger players

Produce Manager

The Kroger Company – Dillon's Store
01.2014 - 06.2016
  • Managed department operations, including inventory, pricing strategies, and merchandise rotation, reducing shrinkage and increasing profitability
  • Implemented process improvements that increased team productivity and customer satisfaction

Education

Master of Science - Organizational Leadership, Project Management

National University
San Diego, CA
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Health Science

McPherson College
McPherson, KS
05.2013

Skills

  • Strategic Operations Leadership
  • Regional Operations Management
  • Process Improvement (Lean Six Sigma)
  • Supply Chain Optimization
  • Financial & Budget Management
  • Data-Driven Decision-Making (SQL, Tableau, Excel)
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Project Management & Strategic Planning
  • Customer Experience Enhancement
  • Workforce Development
  • Project coordination
  • Staff development
  • Team building
  • Project management

Volunteerleadership

Head Coach, Youth Football, Springville Tigers (Ages 5-8), Springville, AL, Coached an 8-3 season, achieving a playoff berth while fostering teamwork and discipline.

Additional leadership experience

Professional Indoor Football Player | Defensive Back, Various Teams, 2012 – 2016, Demonstrated discipline, commitment, and ability to perform under pressure while mentoring younger players.

Certificationsandachievements

  • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • Member, Omega Nu Lambda National Honor Society (National University Chapter)
  • Member, Golden Key International Honor Society (National University Chapter)
  • Member, National Society of Leadership and Success (National University Chapter)
  • Exceptional Achievement Awards (2), Enterprise Mobility

Timeline

Site Leader

Amazon
07.2023 - 06.2024

Manager III, Supply Chain - AMXL OTR

Amazon
01.2023 - Current

Operations Manager (L6)

Amazon
07.2022 - 07.2023

Lead Area Manager (L5)

Amazon
11.2021 - 07.2022

Branch Manager & Sales Roles

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
06.2016 - 01.2021

Produce Manager

The Kroger Company – Dillon's Store
01.2014 - 06.2016

Professional Indoor Football Player | Defensive Back

01.2012 - 12.2016

Master of Science - Organizational Leadership, Project Management

National University

Bachelor of Science - Health Science

McPherson College

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