Robert Slayton
Transportation Operations Manager @Reynolds Consumer Products
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WORK HISTORY
Transportation Operations Manager @Reynolds Consumer Products
Concord, NC, US
Lead day-to-day transportation operations across two major locations, managing trailer pools, yard operations, and on-time delivery performance.Serve as primary on-site liaison with carriers, resolving operational issues, negotiating schedules, and ensuring compliance with company standards.Optimize freight operations, including trailer assignment, routing, and yard utilization, improving service levels and reducing delays.Develop and maintain operational dashboards and KPIs to monitor on-time delivery, trailer utilization, and carrier performance.Implement process improvements that increase yard efficiency, reduce dwell time, and enhance overall transportation reliability.Act as the de facto on-site Transportation Manager, supervising workflows, coordinating with 3PL partners, and ensuring seamless logistics execution.
EDUCATION
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Doctor of Engineering, Industrial Engineering
Duke University - The Fuqua School of Business
Master of Quantitative Management, Business Analytics
Duke University
Master of Science - MS, Quantitative Management: Business Analytics
Old Dominion University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology/Biological Sciences, General
ABOUT ROBERT SLAYTON
Strategic supply chain and logistics leader with over a decade of experience transforming complex operations into data-driven, efficient, and cost-optimized networks. Proven track record in leading end-to-end supply chain strategy, global logistics optimization, and enterprise analytics initiatives that deliver measurable business value and scalability. Expert in aligning transportation strategy, ERP integration, and predictive analytics to reduce costs, improve service reliability, and strengthen supplier performance across multi-site networks. Recognized for building and mentoring high-performing teams, implementing digital transformation frameworks, and partnering with executives to drive operational excellence and sustainable growth. Currently pursuing a Doctor of Engineering (D.Eng.) in Industrial Engineering with research focused on predictive modeling, logistics optimization, and data-driven supply chain design. Hold an MS in Quantitative Management (Business Analytics)from Duke University. Open to relocation and leadership opportunities in supply chain strategy, logistics transformation, and operations analytics.
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