Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline

Vernon King

Cordova,TN

Summary

Results driven leader focused on applying skills learned from years of military logistics management experience. Exceptionally hard worker, well-versed in distribution operations, supply and inventory management and leading teams. Currently the Planning Supervisor for GXO a third party logistic client for Logitech.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Planning Supervisor, Consumer Packaged Goods

GXO Logistics
Olive Branch, MS
08.2021 - Current
  • Mentored and supported 6 order flow department employees to create strong workplace culture.
  • Created new methodologies to improve planning process and results.
  • WMx operating system internal subject matter expert.
  • Oversaw inventory replenishment strategies and processes for programs.

Planning Supervisor, Consumer Packaged Goods

XPO Logistics
Olive Branch, MS
07.2020 - 08.2021
  • Created new methodologies to improve planning process and results.
  • Developed wave plans to align customer and operational production targets
  • Collaborated closely with customer and third party shippers to schedule loads in accordance to compliance and routing guidelines.
  • Implemented planning solutions help operation deliver 45% ahead of budget.

Project Coordinator/Capability Enhancement

XPO Logistics
Remote, TN
11.2019 - 06.2020

Corporate leadership development program designed to give candidates exposure to all verticals of the supply chain industry.

  • Co-Facilitated Kaizen event at Hershey Plant
  • Co-Facilitated XOS-301 Change Agent session
  • Led/Collaborated with 6 rivers to implement key process improvements for Memphis Disney
  • Plan and coordinate with Senior Leadership to host Area Metro Clubs

Project Coordinator/Implementations, XPO Graduate

XPO Logistics
Remote, TN
02.2019 - 11.2019

Corporate leadership development program designed to give candidates exposure to all verticals of supply chain industry.

  • Maintained project schedules by managing timelines and making proactive adjustments
  • Implemented warehouse setup, i.e. picking areas, designated verification lanes and standardized XPO 5s
  • Created SWIs and trained in MobaXterm for automation controlling of robots at Disney Aberdeen
  • Worked with engineers on dynamic picking solutions
  • SME on WMx, RMx, Omx, GreyOrange, Exceed and WMPlus

Outbound Supervisor, XPO Graduate

XPO Logistics Inc.
Memphis, TN
06.2018 - 02.2019

Corporate leadership development program designed to give candidates exposure to all verticals of Third Party logistics Supply Chain.

  • Outbound Supervisor for Logitech Satellite Start-up responsible for 35 direct reports
  • Implemented Warehouse Management Plus through virtual web
  • Designed and Implemented location layout for 250 skus along with Engineer
  • Recorded daily metrics scorecard
  • Created work instructions for new verification process
  • Coached and mentored team members

Operations Team-Lead

McKesson
4836 Southridge Boulevard Memphis, TN
02.2015 - 12.2017

Under direct supervision, responsible for shipment of materials, supplies, and products. Gathers, verifies, and packs items for shipment according to specifications and transportation method used. Records received and shipped items according to established procedures. Provides front line supervision to shipping team.

  • Successfully led 55 full-time employees on production line fulfilling orders for customers
  • Successfully took on Replenishment
  • Trained shipping staff on loading and staging processes to reduce shipping times
  • Built motivated warehouse team of 25 well-trained staff

Order Filler

McKesson
Memphis, TN
03.2014 - 01.2018

Key Results

  • Achieving goals of 94% productivity consistently
  • Top 3 pickers for the Memphis DC149
  • Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies
  • Cleaned and maintained the warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards
  • Trained team of 25+ associates in areas such as DEA cage, shipping and production line and ensuring competence in AS400

Logistics Manager

Army National Guard
Wichita, KS
01.2012 - 10.2020

Performs duties shown at preceding level of skill and provides guidance to lower grade personnel. Directs supply personnel in establishing supply and inventory control management functions. Maintains property under standard property book system. Reviews daily and monthly records of issues of petroleum products and operating supplies. Provides technical assistance to equipment records and parts specialist. Assists and advises supply officer and commander.

Key Results

  • Managed 5 paying agents with accounts in excess of $25 million
  • Managed $6.5 million in funds for base construction project
  • Documented and processed classified materials
  • Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment worth more than $45 million

Education

Bachelor of Science - Political Science

University of Memphis, Memphis
2018
  • Minored in Management

Associate of Arts - Political Science

Southwest Tennessee Community College, Memphis
2016
  • 2x Recipient of Access and Diversity Scholarship

Skills

  • Team-Lead Training
  • Problem Solving
  • Adaptability
  • Collaboration
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Time Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Self-Confidence
  • Highly Motivated
  • PowerPoint presentations

Accomplishments

  • Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment worth more than $3,000,000 with no loss of equipment.
  • Awarded Marine Scholastic Achievement Award
  • 2x Employee of the Month at Mckesson
  • Designed and implemented along with another team-lead an SOP that is still currently being used by the shipping dock team
  • Six-Sigma Yellow Belt
  • 3x XPO/GXO quarterly leadership recipient
  • Six Sigma Lean Professional Certificate

Affiliations

  • Big Brother Big Sister of America
  • U.S Army Quartermaster Corps
  • Tennessee Army National Guard
  • The Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social Change

Certification

  • Hazmat- Certified
  • Quartermaster Logistic Diploma
  • PIT Equipment Operator
  • Six-Sigma Yellow Belt
  • Microsoft Excel Part 2
  • XPO Change Agent

Timeline

Planning Supervisor, Consumer Packaged Goods - GXO Logistics
08.2021 - Current
Planning Supervisor, Consumer Packaged Goods - XPO Logistics
07.2020 - 08.2021
Project Coordinator/Capability Enhancement - XPO Logistics
11.2019 - 06.2020
Project Coordinator/Implementations, XPO Graduate - XPO Logistics
02.2019 - 11.2019
Outbound Supervisor, XPO Graduate - XPO Logistics Inc.
06.2018 - 02.2019
Operations Team-Lead - McKesson
02.2015 - 12.2017
Order Filler - McKesson
03.2014 - 01.2018
Logistics Manager - Army National Guard
01.2012 - 10.2020
University of Memphis - Bachelor of Science, Political Science
Southwest Tennessee Community College - Associate of Arts, Political Science
Vernon King