Katie Opila
Denver,CO
Summary
Logistics Manager with a strong history of generating $2M in savings at Simply Good Foods through effective routing strategies and vendor partnerships. Expertise in KPI management and team leadership, focusing on supply chain optimization and operational excellence. Skilled in Power BI and Six Sigma methodologies, driving continuous improvement and efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Manager
Simply Good Foods
Denver, CO
05.2024 - Current
- Oversaw the inbound and outbound transportation, saving $2M.
- Improved engagement scores for the team by 10%.
- Assisted in opening a new 850K sq. ft. warehouse and integrating a new brand into the portfolio on time and within budget.
Sr. Analyst, Contract Manufacturing
Simply Good Foods
Denver, USA
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Implemented new standard processes for cost cards and true-ups. Created SOPs and RACIs for the new processes. Reduced processing time by 30%.
- Built a Power BI dashboard from the true-up data to improve visibility into CoMan's finances.
- Created and maintained data mapping of finished goods from CoMans to be able to build internal tools and reports.
Analyst, Corporate Operations
Core-Mark
Denver, USA
11.2020 - 12.2022
- Performed transportation optimization projects for divisions to find solutions to reduce operating costs. Completed five projects in 2021 and identified, on average, a 17% reduction in transportation operating costs.
- Costed potential new business using Winroute Routing Software. Provided recommendations, with supporting costing, to senior leadership to make business decisions.
- Built new dashboards in Power BI to help operations teams have better visibility into KPIs. Learned SQL basics to create data sets.
Operations Planning Manager
Anheuser-Busch
Denver, USA
04.2020 - 11.2020
- Reduced supply chain loss and increased customer service by collaborating with the sales team to establish service level agreements, and a weekly meeting to review performance.
- Supported the Director of Operations with site budget planning and capex management.
- Successfully utilized Easy Ops technology to reduce inventory counting differences.
Logistics Management Systems Specialist
Anheuser-Busch
East Region, USA
10.2018 - 04.2020
- Supported seven warehouses through internal audits on compliance with corporate standards, including safety, quality, delivery, and warehouse sectors.
- Coached management teams through PDCAs, where we achieved an 88% reduction in inventory counting differences, a 14% reduction in breakage, and a 12% improvement in warehouse productivity.
- Performed monthly audits on branches to provide feedback to the management teams on continuous improvement tools.
- Completed all Six Sigma onboarding for new supervisors and managers in the East region.
Delivery Manager
Anheuser-Busch
Tulsa, USA
09.2017 - 10.2018
- Handled routing and delivery of 350,000 cases monthly, while upholding the company's safety and quality standards.
- Oversaw a budget of $2.8M annually using SAP.
- Managed the performance and productivity of 45 drivers and 2 supervisors. I scored 96% on the engagement survey one year after becoming a manager.
- Utilized Six Sigma techniques and tools to drive continuous KPI improvement. Achieved annual targets for all six delivery KPIs.
Environment, Health, and Safety Supervisor
Anheuser-Busch
Tulsa, USA
04.2017 - 09.2017
- Oversaw all work-related and non-work-related injuries. Reduced work-related injuries by 66% from the previous year through hands-on, one-on-one coaching with drivers and warehouse operators.
- Managed all the OSHA-required DOT files, training files, and work permits.
Packaging Shift Manager
Anheuser-Busch
Houston, USA
01.2016 - 04.2017
- Supervised all the production in the packaging department on a shift basis for five can lines, four bottle lines, and one keg line.
- Managed all safety and quality issues that occurred on the shift. Trained in HACCP and GMP requirements.
- Worked directly with union shop stewards to manage all labor and discipline for the 55-65 operators, mechanics, and electricians on each shift.
- Earned a Six Sigma White Belt.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX12.2015
Skills
- Transportation and warehouse management
- Vendor negotiation
- KPI management
- Strategic routing
- Supply chain optimization
- Mentoring and training
- Team leadership
- Six Sigma methodology
- Strategic planning
- Budget oversight
- Microsoft Excel
- Power BI
- SharePoint
Timeline
Logistics Manager
Simply Good Foods
05.2024 - Current
Sr. Analyst, Contract Manufacturing
Simply Good Foods
01.2023 - 05.2024
Analyst, Corporate Operations
Core-Mark
11.2020 - 12.2022
Operations Planning Manager
Anheuser-Busch
04.2020 - 11.2020
Logistics Management Systems Specialist
Anheuser-Busch
10.2018 - 04.2020
Delivery Manager
Anheuser-Busch
09.2017 - 10.2018
Environment, Health, and Safety Supervisor
Anheuser-Busch
04.2017 - 09.2017
Packaging Shift Manager
Anheuser-Busch
01.2016 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Texas A&M University