Ben Curry, MBA

Experience

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  Elder Outreach

  Apr 2015 - Aug 2015

  Human Resources and Payroll
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  Woodson, Incorporated

  Feb 2016 - Jun 2016

  Human Resources
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  PepsiCo

  Jul 2016 - Aug 2019

  • Managed a seven-figure operating plan and executed strategic program efforts by effectively implementing initiatives and leveraging project management, change management and process improvement capabilities.• Oversaw our strategic program efforts by effectively implementing LSS (Lean Six Sigma) best practices to reduce waste, while operating to meet financial objectives with forecasting accuracy, preparing our annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and fulfillment center design to improve productivity while sustaining the locations overall P&L health.• Built employee capability and reduced turnover through effective intern mentorship, employee relations, hiring, and training while developing and promoting several frontline employees. Show less

  • Supply Chain Operations Manager

    Jun 2018 - Aug 2019

  • Supply Chain Operations Supervisor

    Jul 2017 - Jun 2018

  • Customer Mangement Sr. Associate

    Jul 2016 - Jul 2017
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  Community Coffee

  Aug 2019 - May 2023

  Distribution Center Manager

  • Pioneered an operational efficiency program, enhancing productivity and optimizing space; drafted and presented business status reports to the executive team. • Manage and support multiple Distribution Center’s operational activities with 50+ hourly and salary employees, and departments including Safety, Shipping/Receiving, Inventory, Quality Assurance, and Ecommerce order fulfillment.• Responsible for the development and execution of the DC’s annual operational planning, including productivity levels, staffing requirements, seasonal operation needs, capacity, inventory turns etc.• Performance Metrics Development: Established a robust KPI infrastructure, implementing efficiency measures that led to 15% decrease in Cost Per Unit (CPU), and enhancing overall operational efficiency. Show less