Marie Hurst

About Marie Hurst

A strategic supply chain leader experienced in omni-channel distribution, transportation, reverse logistics, finance, project management, vendor management and RFID. I institute major change initiatives that maximize talent and technology, resulting in delivery of optimal sales revenues and bottom-line profits to improve value to stakeholders. I successfully remap processes, driving change while influencing internal and external business partners through collaborative leadership and communication. The breadth of my supply chain experience and my exposure to the networks and priorities of major retail vendors is a significant strength, as I\'m able to quickly yet thoughtfully pull together the big picture and engage in targeted solutions that drive KPIs to benefit all key players. I\'ve planned and hosted a variety of meetings, seminars and webinars to communicate corporate and divisional strategies with internal and external business partners where I\'ve been complimented on my credible and engaging presentation style.

Experience

1. Vice President (VP) of Operations & Logistics

   Bunzl Distribution NA

   Feb 2021 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Vice President of Operations & Logistics for Bunzl Retail Services division. Responsible for multiple warehouse locations and 3PLs, as well as global transportation and trade compliance. Teams execute supplies and fixture shipments and deliveries for open stores, new stores, and remodels.• Define and enforce best practices with respect to Warehouse and 3pl Operations, Logistics, Transportation, Trade Compliance and Account Management.• Evaluate, quantify and champion network optimization improvements, including real estate, facility layout, technology and automation options; recruited a high performing engineering and systems team.• Deliver operating expense improvements yearly; 2025 improved warehouse expenses by 8% after a 5% reduction in 2024.

Education

• University of Massachusetts Amherst

  Bachelor of Business Administration - General Business & Finance, Operations Management

Skills

• Logistics
• Six Sigma
• Transportation
• Management
• Team Building
• Logistics Management
• P&L
• Recruiting
• Performance Management
• Inventory Management
• Forecasting
• Process Improvement
• Operations Management
• Retail
• Distribution Center Operations
• Profit
• P&L Management
• Planning
• Leadership
• Hiring
• Business Process Improvement
• Vendors
• Project Planning
• Supply Chain
• Vendor Relations
• Supply Chain Management