Wojciech Korona
Sr Logistics & Fulfillment Operations Manager
Lower Silesia
Summary
Results-driven logistics leader with 20+ years in fulfillment, supply chain optimization, and quality management. Skilled in warehouse operations, inventory control, and process improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Proven success in leading large teams, implementing automation, and improving quality across 50+ fulfillment centers in Europe
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Snr. Program Manager
Amazon Fulfillment Poland
07.2023 - Current
- Led strategic quality programs with numerous sub-projects or workstreams across Europe to reduce customer issues by optimizing shipment flow and addressing root causes
- Key achievements include reducing high-value item theft by $6M through HV sortation implementation, introducing the LIMS tool to improve reconciliation rates and save $2M annually, and implementing the Quality Control Tower tool for warehouses, saving $1M annually
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Leveraged technology tools for enhanced project tracking, reporting, and information sharing among team members.
Operations Manager (Outbound, Inbound, ICQA Departments)
Amazon Fulfillment Poland
04.2017 - 07.2023
- (Inventory Control Quality Assurance - ICQA) Led the Fulfillment Center (FC) quality team, dedicating over 60% of my time to regional quality initiatives across Europe, impacting more than 50 facilities
- Successfully delivered projects resulting in annual savings of millions of USD
- (Inbound & Outbound - IB/OB) Oversaw large-scale FC warehouse operations with a team of 6 Area Managers and 1,200 associates, processing over 1.7 million units per day
- Initiated and led continuous improvement in various streams within the FC and Region by leading or supporting large groups of actions and projects
- Supporting new building launches and organizations and serve as a Subject Matter Expert
- Analyzed data trends to identify potential bottlenecks in future operations workflow, implementing strategies to mitigate risks accordingly.
- Championed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
Area Manager
Amazon Fulfillment Poland
07.2014 - 04.2017
- Established robust processes during Greenfield startup, gaining expertise in large Amazon Warehouse operations
- Managed complex workflows in big FCs and led teams of up to 800 associates
- Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
- Transformed underperforming teams into productive, profitable teams.
- Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
Warehouse Manager
3M Poland Manufacturing
01.2011 - 07.2014
- Medical and pharma production with highly regulated environment and procedures.
- Supervised continuous improvement initiatives across mature warehouses, resulting in savings of $1.2M (implementation of classic TPM waste reduction tools, creation of truck scheduling system for region (on time delivery improvement close to 100%)
- Cultivated a strong safety culture, achieving zero accidents over a three-year period
- Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
- Streamlined operations for faster order processing by updating warehouse layout and organization.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
Warehouse Manager
TPV Technology-Philips JV
05.2009 - 01.2011
- Greenfield. Built processes and structure from empty building to Mass Production JIT Warehouse (with up to 140 subordinates) with inventory turnover 2.5 during the day
- Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
- Facilitated smooth expansion of warehouse space to accommodate business growth, overseeing construction projects and integration of new systems.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback and suggestions from all team members.
Logistics Manager
Lemonex SA
01.2007 - 04.2010
- Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective warehouse and transport operations.
- Selection and full implementation of ERP/WMS for company logistic management.
- Improved on-time delivery rates by optimizing warehouse lead-times and transportation routes and scheduling.
- Negotiated transportation and logistics contracts to reduce shipping costs.
- Negotiated temporary work agency and equipment leasing contracts to enhance flexibility in warehouse operations.
Warehouse Shift Supervisor
Eldorado S.A. (Emperia Holding S.A.)
10.2004 - 12.2006
- Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
- Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
- Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
Education
MA - Enterprise Logistics Management
University of Economics in Wroclaw
MA - Political Science
Maria Curie-Skłodowska University
Skills
- Warehouse & Logistics Operations
- Supply Chain & Inventory Optimization
- Process Improvement
- Lean
- Six Sigma Green Belt
- Quality Control
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Last Roles Achievements
- Mentored and developed dozens of direct and indirect reports, helping them to achieve their career goals and secure promotions.
- Successful program and project management as lead or stakeholder.
- Implemented high-value item sortation, reducing theft by $6M.
- Deployed the LIMS tool, generating annual savings of $2M.
- Initiated Quality Management System implementation within EU ICQA.
- Contributed to the EU Gross Adjustment Reduction Project, achieving a 10% YoY reduction in DPMO.
- Led efforts in EU Transshipment Error Reduction, resulting in savings of $2.5M.
- Drove a 6% YoY improvement in IB rate through the 2020 Site Space Health Project.
- Enhanced CEE IB Transshipment Stow-on-Time Performance by +13%.
- Spearheaded EU11 TS Pick productivity improvement, achieving an 11% YoY increase.
Timeline
Snr. Program Manager
Amazon Fulfillment Poland
07.2023 - Current
Operations Manager (Outbound, Inbound, ICQA Departments)
Amazon Fulfillment Poland
04.2017 - 07.2023
Area Manager
Amazon Fulfillment Poland
07.2014 - 04.2017
Warehouse Manager
3M Poland Manufacturing
01.2011 - 07.2014
Warehouse Manager
TPV Technology-Philips JV
05.2009 - 01.2011
Logistics Manager
Lemonex SA
01.2007 - 04.2010
Warehouse Shift Supervisor
Eldorado S.A. (Emperia Holding S.A.)
10.2004 - 12.2006
MA - Political Science
Maria Curie-Skłodowska University
MA - Enterprise Logistics Management
University of Economics in Wroclaw
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