Walter Johnsey has over 15 years of experience in distribution operations management at Target Corporation, where he has held several leadership roles overseeing distribution centers and implementing initiatives to improve performance, quality, and efficiency. Prior to Target, he worked at Wal-Mart as an Area Supervisor. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Auburn University.

1. WALTER F. JOHNSEY, JR
email: walt.johnsey@gmail.com
Professional Summary
Experienced leader dedicated to continuous process improvement in the face of rapidly evolving
and changing demands. Focused, results-oriented and proactive in addressing and resolving
problems. Thrives in a collaborative environment, but willing and capable to make tough
decisions in the moment. Proven track record of delivering solid results by being a selfless
leader that always puts the team first.
Work Experience
Target Corporation: 05/2004 to present
Group Manager, Distribution Operations, Minneapolis, MN 11/2014 to present
 Key member of a regional leadership team in support of operational excellence at 7 Regional
Distribution Centers (10.5 million square feet total) within the distribution network.
 Travel to multiple distribution centers to assess performance gaps and implement course
correction procedures with the General Manager and the senior leadership teams.
 Instituted a performance improvement initiative that yielded a 20% improvement in team
member performance over 100% within the group.
 Improved staffing and planning within individual distribution centers that has resulted in
only 4 days missed of Level of Service versus 36 days for the same time frame in 2013.
 Driving a quality initiative through each leadership team that has returned an 11%
improvement in quality defects.
Senior Group Leader, Woodland, CA 11/2013 to 11/2014
 Led 10 executives and 150 hourly team members in 1.8 million square foot distribution
center.
 Spearheaded cross-functional initiatives to achieve improved performance in multiple
areas throughout the facility (quality-17% improvement; budget-net improvement of
$830K in one year; damage reduction- 23% improvement with $138K in savings).
 Strengthened the company's operating ability by leading the implementation of
Roverpick (a state-of-the-art 300K sq. ft. automated storage and retrieval system with
500 rovers).
 Partnered successfully with Target Headquarters teams, project teams and vendors to
launch the Roverpick technology six months ahead of schedule.
 Increased building productivity by 9.1% in six months through resetting of clear
performance expectations, implementing follow-up mechanisms, and accountability
within key performance metrics.
Senior Group Leader, Newton, NC 02/2009 to 11/2013
 Opened the newest 1.8 million sq. ft. Automated Regional Distribution Center for Target.
949 WILDFLOWER CT
EAGAN, MN 55123
256-683-9400

2.  Interviewed and trained executive candidates, mechanics, and progression team members
to support the operation from the ground up.
 Ramped from Greenfield to full performance maturity in three years versus the normal five
years.
 Led multiple departments at the facility (Inventory Management, Outbound, Engineering
and Facilities, and Mini-Load-automated storage and retrieval system) responsible for
eight Execs and 150+ hourly team members.
 Led a group damage reduction initiative that saved over $2 million in one year on a goal of
$1.25 Million.
Senior Group Leader, Huntsville, AL 01/2007 to 02/2009
 Led the Outbound operations with a $5 million dollar operating budget servicing 80 stores.
 Trained, coached, and mentored eight members of the executive staff and 100 plus
hourly team members to ensure high engagement while meeting key business metrics.
 Led a cube improvement initiative that reduced trailer ships resulting in $2 million saved.
Production Controller, Huntsville, AL 01/2005 to 01/2007
 Built daily plans for a 24/7 operation for over 500 team members servicing 80 stores in the
southeast region.
 Worked directly with executive staff on daily planning to achieve business objectives
with optimal staffing.
 Implemented multiple programs to decrease executive work load while increase team
member interactions to reduce turnover.
 Partnered successfully with senior leadership team to align on key business goals to
achieve overall success as a building.
Group Leader, Huntsville, AL 05/2004 to 01/2005
 Led 30 hourly Outbound Team Members to achieve daily plans to service our stores.
 Interviewed, trained and coached hourly staff to ensure a successful transition to the team.
 Partnered cross-functionally around the facility to ensure plans were achieved as one team.
Wal-Mart Corporation:
Area Supervisor, LaGrange, GA 05/2001 to 05/2004
 Entry Level Supervisory role
 Led 70+ Associates in the receiving department to unload incoming trailers to the
Distribution Center.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, 2001
Auburn University – Auburn, AL