James Green
Mount Holly,NJ
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Operations Professional with robust background in optimizing logistics operations. Proven track record of streamlining supply chains and enhancing distribution efficiency. Demonstrated leadership in team management and process improvement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Logistics and Distribution
Everlane
11.2021 - Current
- Directed team responsible for managing inbound purchase orders from international manufacturers. Oversaw freight and customs brokerage operations while managing warehousing and global ecommerce fulfillment through third-party logistics partners. Negotiated and managed relationships with final mile carriers. Executed duty drawback programs to optimize cost savings. Cultivated partnerships with domestic and international reverse logistics vendors. Collaborated with financial planning and analysis to set and monitor annual budgets for logistics and fulfillment functions, ensuring accountability for performance.
- Led the execution of two intricate warehousing and fulfillment RFPs. Oversaw successful transitions of warehouse operations, achieving on-time delivery and budget adherence. Directed the launch of fulfillment services in Canada and managed the repatriation of the warehouse in response to policy adjustments.
- Revamped fulfillment approach to counteract tariff costs and 321 deminis termination, resulting in a 30% decrease in operational expenditures for warehouse and shipping.
- Streamlined logistics operations to reduce shipping and fulfillment expenses, achieving a reduction from 20% of net revenue in 2023 to 11% in 2026.
Operations Manager
Amazon
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Managed overall safety and quality standards to optimize customer satisfaction within inbound and outbound operations, leading a team of eight area managers and 450-500 hourly associates.
- Collaborated with a team to effectively launch a 1.1 million sq. ft. fulfillment center, ensuring the highest outbound TPH for Amazon launches in 2019.
- Directed comprehensive strategy to improve inbound priority score compliance, resulting in a 35% increase and transforming site ranking within the region.
- Directed leadership development initiatives, facilitating promotion of 11 team members into advanced leadership positions.
Operations Manager
BJ’s Wholesale Club
05.2016 - 08.2019
- Oversaw all aspects of receiving, shipping, and storage operations for cigarettes and general warehouse functions. Directed cross-dock operations within a 625k sq.ft facility with full P&L responsibility. Championed safety, quality, and productivity initiatives across multiple shifts while managing a team of 5 salaried managers.
- Executed strategic staffing improvements, including a third shift, to achieve significant labor cost reductions of over $1.7 million in 2018 and 2019, and $200k year-to-date at departure.
- Implemented strategic changes in warehouse design, achieving a 10% reduction in footprint and a 4% increase in productivity.
- Facilitated processes and strategies that resulted in achieving 'Distribution Center of Excellence' award for two years running.
Warehouse Operations Manager
Logistics Team
03.2015 - 05.2016
- Oversaw daily operations of a 500,000 sq.ft warehouse, supervising a team of around 60 personnel in warehouse and customer service across multiple shifts. Cultivated strong partnerships with 30+ clients while managing P&L for warehouse operations. Directed safety and security measures across all shifts to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Facilitated seamless transition of three warehouses to new location, resulting in reduced transportation and labor expenses.
- Executed installation of IT infrastructure for warehouse management software to enhance operational efficiency and trained staff on system usage.
- Partnered with regional vice president and sales director to enhance customer base through strategic outreach.
DC Operations Supervisor
Menlo Worldwide Logistics
01.2014 - 01.2015
DC Supervisor
J Crew
01.2013 - 01.2014
Assistant Operations Manager
Jacobson Companies
01.2010 - 01.2013
Executive Team Lead
Target
01.2003 - 01.2010
Education
M.B.A. - Operations Management, Management Science
Rutgers University
Camden, NJ01-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Print Media
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05-2007
Skills
- P&L Management
- Vendor RFP Execution
- KPI Management
- 3PL Warehouse Operations Management
- E-commerce, Retail Replenishment, Wholesale
- Reverse logistics
- Site Launch and Relocation Experience
- Logistics analysis
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Import and export regulations
- Distribution network optimization
- Training and mentoring
Timeline
Director of Logistics and Distribution
Everlane
11.2021 - Current
Operations Manager
Amazon
09.2019 - 09.2021
Operations Manager
BJ’s Wholesale Club
05.2016 - 08.2019
Warehouse Operations Manager
Logistics Team
03.2015 - 05.2016
DC Operations Supervisor
Menlo Worldwide Logistics
01.2014 - 01.2015
DC Supervisor
J Crew
01.2013 - 01.2014
Assistant Operations Manager
Jacobson Companies
01.2010 - 01.2013
Executive Team Lead
Target
01.2003 - 01.2010
M.B.A. - Operations Management, Management Science
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Print Media
Rowan University