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Kennedy King

Grand Ledge

Summary

Results-driven Operations Leader with 6+ years of experience at Amazon Logistics (AMZL), currently serving as a Level 5 Area Manager. Proven track record of leading large teams, driving operational excellence, improving productivity, and maintaining high safety standards in a fast-paced environment. Experienced in labor planning, performance management, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to achieve business objectives.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Manager of Operations Level 5

Amazon DDT4
2026.04 - Current
  • Perform responsibilities at the Level 6 Operations Manager scope, supporting site-wide operational execution and strategic planning.

• Lead daily operations for the delivery station supporting thousands of package movements per shift.

• Direct Area Managers, Process Assistants, and associates to achieve operational objectives across the delivery station.

• Manage and develop a team of Process Assistants and 50–100+ associates while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.

• Drive key performance metrics including productivity, throughput, cost, quality, and On-Time Staging (OTS).

• Conduct labor planning and staffing adjustments based on forecasted volume and operational demands.

• Identify operational barriers and implement corrective actions to improve performance and customer experience.

• Partner with Operations, Learning, Safety, and Human Resources teams to execute site-wide initiatives.

• Analyze operational performance trends and utilize data-driven decision-making to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.

• Ensure compliance with safety standards while fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Area Manager of Operations Level 4

Amazon DDT4
2025.02 - 2026.04

• Supervised daily sortation and delivery station operations.
• Improved associate productivity through standardized work and targeted coaching.
• Led engagement initiatives that improved attendance, morale, and retention.
• Monitored operational KPIs and executed action plans to address performance gaps.
• Supported peak planning and execution while maintaining safety and service goals.

Process Assistant

Amazon DTW5/DDT6
2020.03 - 2024.11
  • Supporting Area Manager with allocating associates to perform warehouse duties.
  • Assisting with ensuring associates are performing successfully through labor-tracking systems and utilizing associates feedback.
  • Managing workflow and daily production goals.
  • Meeting CPT by delegating task to associates while supporting.
  • Supporting workflow, quality and safety measures.
  • Deep diving to increase metrics and process improvements for: FSAF, PNOVC, and Stow Rates.
  • Collaborating with supporting teams: Learning and Safety.

Education

Bachelor - Pre-Medicine/Engineering

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI

Skills

  • Operations Management
    Leadership & Team Development
    Labor Planning
    Continuous Improvement
    Process Optimization
    Root Cause Analysis
    Performance Management
    Safety Compliance
    Data Analysis
    Cross-Functional Leadership

Timeline

Area Manager of Operations Level 5

Amazon DDT4
2026.04 - Current

Area Manager of Operations Level 4

Amazon DDT4
2025.02 - 2026.04

Process Assistant

Amazon DTW5/DDT6
2020.03 - 2024.11

Bachelor - Pre-Medicine/Engineering

Wayne State University