David Reed
Executive Operations & Supply Chain Leader | Driving Multi-Site Efficiency, P&L Growth, and Scalable Logistics Strategies
- Role
- L6 Operations Manager - Last Mile Amzl (Utr) at Amazon
- Location
- Atlanta, GA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About David Reed
Operations & Supply Chain Executive with 16+ years of success leading large, multi-site distribution, logistics, and manufacturing operations across food, consumer goods, and contract logistics. Recognized for driving P&L performance up to $2.5B, improving EBITDA by 4–6%, and delivering double-digit efficiency gains through lean transformation, automation, and cross-functional alignment.I specialize in: • Multi-site leadership: Oversight of hubs, spokes, and regional facilities totaling 1.4M+ sq. ft. • Supply chain & logistics: 3PL vendor management, transportation optimization, and OTIF >99%. • Operational excellence: Lean, Six Sigma, automation, and safety programs reducing TRIR by 50%. • Strategic growth: Scaling operations to support Fortune 500 clients, delivering $35M+ in new revenue streams.Colleagues know me as a transformational leader who builds high-performing teams, fosters collaboration across functions, and drives measurable improvements in cost, quality, service, and safety. My mission is simple: create efficient, resilient, and customer-focused operations that position organizations for long-term growth. Areas of Expertise: • P&L Ownership ($40M–$2.5B) • Multi-Site & Regional Operations • 3PL & Vendor Management • Distribution & Transportation Strategy • Lean, Six Sigma, Process Optimization • Manufacturing & Food Production • Labor Relations & Workforce Engagement • Safety, Compliance & Risk Reduction • EBITDA & Margin Growth • Cross-Functional Leadership
Experience
L6 Operations Manager - Last Mile Amzl (Utr)
Oct 2025 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US
Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science, Business Management
2014
Charter College
Master of Business Administration - MBA, International Business
2016
Excelsior University
Master of Science, Business Management
2019
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