Sara Barry
Hazel Park,MI
Summary
Logistics and operations professional with 4 years of experience in high-volume, fast-paced environments. Proven success in supervising frontline staff, optimizing processes, improving KPIs, and driving performance. B.B.A. in Global Supply Chain Management with expertise in TMS/WMS/ERP systems, freight billing, cross-functional collaboration, and process improvement. Skilled in balancing strategic planning with hands-on leadership to deliver results.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Specialist
Ryder Integrated Logistics
Novi, USA
03.2024 - Current
- Lead daily logistics coordination and process improvement projects supporting 30+ customer sites, including routing accuracy, timing alignment and material readiness.
- Completed 75% of a 44,000-bill backlog in one week by prioritizing workstreams and coordinating with cross-functional teams.
- Maintain and update routing logic in TMS to ensure accurate movement of engine and equipment related commodities.
- Use Excel, Alteryx, and Power BI to analyze material and operational data, identify cost trends, and uncover process improvement opportunities.
- Reduced freight bill reclassification rates from 4% to under 1% by improving audit accuracy, correcting billing logic, and resolving discrepancies with carriers.
- Communicate timing risks, discrepancies, and status updates to keep operations and build readiness on track.
Process Assistant – Quality Outbound, Ship dock
Amazon DET-6
Detroit, USA
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Supervised 15+ associates in the quality department; maintained top performance ranking across all four shifts.
- Developed Excel-based tool to track defect cost trends, identifying up to $10K in potential daily loss.
- Reduced DPMO by 11% through collaboration with leadership and implementation of new process standards.
- Supported regulatory compliance across pallet audits, trailer loading, and hazmat procedures.
- Mentored a peer into a leadership promotion by providing coaching and support.
Fulfillment Associate – Kick-Out Department Lead
Amazon DET-3
Pontiac, USA
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Designed quality initiatives to improve outbound accuracy and reduce processing time.
- Played a key role in developing the 'CW 1000 Collection Route,' positively impacting regional DPMO results.
- Promoted to Process Assistant based on leadership capability and team coordination.
Education
B.B.A - Global Supply Chain Management
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI08-2025
General Transfer Coursework -
Oakland Community College
Auburn Hills, MI08.2016
Skills
- Strategic Problem Solving
- Client Relations
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- KPI Development & Performance Tracking
- Team Leadership & Supervision
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Freight Billing & Regulatory Compliance
- Operational Troubleshooting
- TMS, WMS, ERP
- Process Improvement
- Resource Management
- Advanced Excel
Timeline
Logistics Specialist
Ryder Integrated Logistics
03.2024 - Current
Process Assistant – Quality Outbound, Ship dock
Amazon DET-6
06.2023 - 03.2024
Fulfillment Associate – Kick-Out Department Lead
Amazon DET-3
01.2022 - 06.2023
B.B.A - Global Supply Chain Management
Wayne State University
General Transfer Coursework -
Oakland Community College