VANCEL O. HAWKINS-RUSSELL
Whitsett,NC
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with over 15 years of experience in high-volume distribution and terminal environments, recognized for stabilizing operations and enhancing throughput. Expertise in applying Lean principles and 5S methodologies to optimize workflow efficiency, dock utilization, labor productivity, and safety compliance across logistics operations. Committed to fostering team collaboration and strategic planning, consistently achieving measurable results while adeptly adapting to evolving business needs. Proven track record in project management and resource allocation, driving operational performance and delivering sustained improvements.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Terminal Manager (Final Mile & Middle Mile)
Wayfair
Greensboro, NC
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Directed multi-shift terminal operations overseeing 60+ associates across warehouse, dock, and delivery
operations.
- Owned site performance across cost, speed, inventory accuracy, and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with 3P carrier partners to improve dock readiness and delivery execution.
- Reduced labor costs ~25% through improved staffing alignment and productivity management.
- Maintained sub 6% damage rates preventing an estimated $150K–$250K annually in recovery costs.
- Implemented Lean workflow improvements and 5S dock organization practices.
Warehouse Supervisor
Wayfair
Greensboro, NC
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Supervised inbound and outbound warehouse teams in a high-volume distribution environment.
- Enforced safety standards, conducted floor audits, and maintained compliance with operational procedures.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives including workflow standardization and efficiency improvements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waggner Traditional
Louisville Ky 06.2002
Certified Combat Medicine -
US Naval Hospital Corp. School
Great Lakes, ILSkills
- Warehouse Operations Leadership
- Transportation & Terminal Management
- Lean Operational Principles
- 5S Workplace Organization
- Continuous Improvement
- Inventory Accuracy
- Throughput Optimization
- Labor Planning
- OSHA & DOT Compliance
- KPI Performance Management
- Team Development
- Warehouse management
- Operations management
- MS office suite
- Team supervision
- OSHA regulations
- DOT regulations
- SAP navigation
- Warehouse operations
- Logistics analysis
- Warehouse management systems
- Transportation planning
- Warehouse safety
Accomplishments
- Direct leadership of 60+ associates, supervisors, and operations staff
- Multi-shift distribution operations
- Oversight of 10K–14K weekly unit throughput
- Leadership of supervisors and frontline managers
- Coordination with large 3PL carrier partners
- Ownership of KPIs, labor planning, and workforce management
- Implementation of Lean and 5S improvements
- Responsibility for OSHA and DOT compliance programs
Leadership Scope now highlights:
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Terminal Manager (Final Mile & Middle Mile)
Wayfair
01.2023 - 01.2026
Warehouse Supervisor
Wayfair
01.2018 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Waggner Traditional
Certified Combat Medicine -
US Naval Hospital Corp. School
Wayfair GSO Manager of The Year 2024
Awarded Wayfair Network Manager of the Year for leadership, operational performance improvements, and driving measurable results across a high-volume terminal operation.