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Kris Gullixson

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Proven leader in operational excellence and strategic vision. I've spearheaded initiatives that enhanced network capacity and operational efficiencies. Expert in business administration, leader development, and process automation, my leadership significantly improved benchmark rate performance, demonstrating exceptional continuous improvement and cost performance skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Amazon.com
01.2023 - 09.2024
  • Led the launch of a 650k sq ft Inbound Cross Dock facility to increase network capacity by 15MM+ units/week. Oversaw all aspects of the business, including operations, safety, human resources, loss prevention, maintenance, and transportation.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve operational efficiencies which resulted in site being recognized as top IXD site worldwide for benchmark rate performance in Q1/Q2 2024.
  • Drove year-over-year improvements with process efficiencies and safety incidents while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Increased cost performance 30% YoY by streamlining operations.

Assistant General Manager

Amazon.com
02.2022 - 01.2023
  • Mentored and motivated team members to achieve challenging business goals.
  • Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures to improve performance with injury risk reduction and area organization within work areas.
  • Tracked business scorecard trends and suggested enhancements to both develop leaders and improve site performance.
  • Organized and coordinated activities with other functional areas such as safety, HR, maintenance, and finance to accomplish site goals.

Senior Operations Manager

Amazon.com
09.2020 - 01.2022
  • Launched two new Amazon sites: Robotics Fulfillment Center in Bakersfield, CA; largest Amazon Air Hub at Cincinnati Airport.
  • Oversaw workforce management planning, volume predictions and capacity planning.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new launch sites.
  • Boosted team member productivity and quality performance by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting developmental approaches.

Operations Manager

Amazon.com
01.2018 - 08.2020
  • Managed outbound shifts of up to 900 associates to meet production goals and ensure on-time shipments for customer orders.
  • Identified and resolved unsafe or ineffective practices.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Directly managed 5 salaried leaders; reviewed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of opportunity.
  • Increased throughput and cost performance by streamlining operations.

District General Manager

AmeriGas Propane
07.2015 - 12.2017
  • Managed sales and distribution of both commercial and residential customers with annual revenue in excess of $5MM.
  • Managed drivers and service technicians under union labor contract.
  • Reduced operational and safety risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
  • Oversaw the recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.

Army Infantry Officer

US Army
09.2007 - 07.2015
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment in both garrison and combat environments.
  • Directed tactical operations in complex and challenging environments.
  • Coordinated training and readiness activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
  • Analyzed intelligence reports and identified potential tactical threats.
  • Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
  • Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences

Campbell University
Buies Creek, NC
12.2009

Skills

    Business Administration

    Expense Control

    Process Automation

    Quality Management

    Operations Oversight

    Workflow Planning

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany Culture401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingPaid time offPersonal development programs

Timeline

General Manager

Amazon.com
01.2023 - 09.2024

Assistant General Manager

Amazon.com
02.2022 - 01.2023

Senior Operations Manager

Amazon.com
09.2020 - 01.2022

Operations Manager

Amazon.com
01.2018 - 08.2020

District General Manager

AmeriGas Propane
07.2015 - 12.2017

Army Infantry Officer

US Army
09.2007 - 07.2015

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences

Campbell University

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