Kimberlee Owens

About Kimberlee Owens

Supply chain leader with 14+ years solving complex operational challenges at scale—from launching a perishable supply chain in 24 days during the pandemic to integrating three global functions serving team members at Target.I’ve built my career at the intersection of supply chain strategy and organizational transformation. Currently leading strategic transportation initiatives for Target’s global network, I recently served as Chief of Staff to an SVP, where I designed operating models, accelerated enterprise decision-making, and translated ambiguity into executable strategy.What sets me apart: I connect dots others miss. Whether it’s building a transportation operation from the ground up, standing up supply chain infrastructure at a vertical farming startup, or orchestrating quarterly leadership forums for 30+ executives, I thrive in complex environments where strategy meets execution.My approach: I lead with curiosity and purpose. I challenge “we’ve always done it this way” thinking and build frameworks that turn strategic vision into operational reality. From S & OP process design to change management during org integration, I focus on creating clarity that enables teams to move faster and leaders to make better decisions.Career highlights:• Unified three global functions (Inventory, Transportation & Trade) at Target, creating governance structures that improved alignment and accelerated strategic execution• Built complete supply chain operations for a high-tech startup—from facility launch strategy to D2C logistics—while maintaining 99.9% fill rates• Managed $90M+ in transportation spend while exceeding 95% on-time delivery across truckload, intermodal, and LTL networks• Served as Board Member & Young Professionals Chair for CSCMP, building community and mentoring emerging supply chain leadersCore expertise: Strategic Planning • Chief of Staff Operations • Supply Chain Transformation • Organizational Integration • S & OP • Transportation Strategy • Change Management • Executive Partnership • Cross-Functional LeadershipOpen to connecting with fellow supply chain leaders, those curious about Chief of Staff roles, and anyone interested in discussing how supply chain drives enterprise strategy.

Experience

1. Director of Strategic Transportation Initiatives

   Target

   Nov 2025 — Present

   Drive cross-mile strategy development spanning international imports, domestic transportation, and store delivery networks, ensuring end-to-end connectivity and alignment with enterprise supply chain priorities• Lead comprehensive strategy planning process from ideation to final plan for VP of Transportation and global team, establishing framework that connects initiative portfolio to enterprise objectives• Build operating routines and governance structures that drive accountability, accelerate decision-making, and proactively identify risks across complex, cross-functional transportation initiatives• Partner with operational teams and external stakeholders to execute implementation plans for new transportation capabilities across domestic and international networks, balancing innovation with cost-effectiveness and operational readiness• Facilitate consensus and drive alignment across diverse stakeholders on complex transportation strategies, translating technical complexity into compelling narratives that influence senior leadership decisions• Navigate rapidly changing business environment with agility, applying enterprise perspective and strategic thinking to advance Target’s transportation capabilities at scale

Education

• Penn State University

  Bachelor of Science, Business Management, Supply Chain Management, Information Science Technology