Patrick Wootten
Blacklick,OH
Summary
Operations leader with experience in distribution centers, retail stores, and team development. Excel in inventory management, logistics coordination, and operational improvement strategies. Brings a strong record of meeting budget goals, building safe and organized work environments, and coaching direct and indirect reports. Led operational change initiatives that improved workflow efficiency, strengthened team performance, and supported a consistent customer experience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Distribution Center Supervisor
VS&Co
10.2016 - Current
- Leadership & Talent Development: Developed 8 of 22 associates (36%) into leadership and promotional roles through structured coaching, leadership exposure, peer shadowing, and hands-on training in budget management, business decisions, and safety compliance. Maintained a high team retention rate relative to peers by fostering engagement, accountability, and career growth.
- Safety & Operational Excellence: Reduced department accident and injury rates from 32% to 6% through consistent safety coaching, PPE compliance, hazard prevention, safety audits, and corrective actions—a 26-percentage-point improvement (81% relative reduction).
- Performance & Team Leadership: I led my department to #1 performance ranking across all three shifts, exceeding annual budget targets by 7% through performance coaching, clear accountability, associate recognition, and a culture of shared leadership and continuous improvement.
- Aligned operational budget goals with team objectives to support financial performance. I aligned weekly budget targets with team goals, improving business and performance accountability, with 18 of 22 associates (82%) exceeding the 55 UPH benchmark against a 38 UPH meets-expectations standard.
Visual Merchandise Coordinator (Contractor)
Lane Bryant Corporate Office
02.2014 - 10.2016
- Partner with Visual and Design teams to set up quarterly concept presentations.
- Developed and implemented processes to align with corporate brand mission.
- Supported visual team in creating effective store layouts, managing inventory, and executing project implementations.
- Provided strategic support to Store Operations team through detailed planning and execution of projects.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Drafting & Design
Kentucky State University
400 E. Main St, Frankfort KentuckySkills
- Inventory and warehouse management
- Logistics and transportation
- Shipping and receiving operations
- Operations improvement
- Financial planning and analysis
- Problem solving strategies
- Effective communication
- Leadership development
- Workplace culture enhancement
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Employee training programs
Affiliations
- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Member
- Co-chair, Resident Assistant Counselor
- NAACP Member
- N.Y.S.P.-Counselor
INDUSTRIES
- Retail Store
- Logistic Operations
- Education
Timeline
Distribution Center Supervisor
VS&Co
10.2016 - Current
Visual Merchandise Coordinator (Contractor)
Lane Bryant Corporate Office
02.2014 - 10.2016
Bachelor's degree - Drafting & Design
Kentucky State University