Makel Fountain

About Makel Fountain

Experienced Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the logistics and supply chain industry. Skilled in Operations Management, Freight, Sales, Transportation Management, and Account Management. Strong sales professional with a Bachelor\'s degree focused in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from Pennsylvania State University.

Experience

1. Operations Manager

   Republic Services

   Jan 2026 — Present · US

   Responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a company to ensure efficiency, productivity, and quality standards are consistently met. This role focuses on managing staff, optimizing processes, and ensuring business objectives are achieved through effective operational strategies.Key Responsibilities: • Oversee and coordinate daily operational activities to ensure smooth business operations. • Manage and supervise staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management. • Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce operational costs. • Monitor KPIs, productivity metrics, and service levels to ensure performance goals are met. • Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and industry standards. • Collaborate with senior leadership to develop operational strategies and long-term goals. • Manage budgets, resources, and equipment to maintain cost-effective operations. • Resolve operational issues and implement corrective action plans when needed. • Maintain strong communication between departments to ensure alignment and efficiency. • Prepare operational reports and present updates to leadership.

Education

• University of Phoenix

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General

  2010 — 2012

• Pennsylvania State University

  Bachelor's degree, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

  2000 — 2004