1. Sue A. Staton
125 Meadows Ct 815-614-9021
Bourbonnais, IL 60914 suestaton79@gmail.com
Work History
Sears RRC/ Kmart RDC, Manteno, IL 2002 – Present
Asset and Profit Protection/Safety Manager (2010 – present)
Key accomplishments:
Identified a billing error that impacted the Shrink Records of all RDCs in EIS (Executive Information System) with an
impact of over $1 million in January of 2016
Supported several successful external investigations for Haul-away theft involving 3rd party delivery carriers in 2015
Star Award winner in 4Q 2014 for best Logistics Scorecard Results
Ranked #1 in all metrics for Safety and LP in the Specialty Region for 2014, 2012 and 2011.
WC variable cost reduction of 60% since 2011
This was achieved by consistently driving positive safety culture, working with operations to identifying opportunities to mitigate
safety risks and inventory shrink. Building partnerships with my operations counterparts and inspiring others to make AP related
initiatives a priority is a key component to these results. Conducting Safety Audits and inspections and reporting results to
corporate partners. Also achieving a high level of proficiency and understanding of operational functions and all warehouse
applications has assisted me in identifying opportunities to improve in performance metrics in both Internal Investigations and
safety.
Logistics Loss Prevention Supervisor(2006 – 2010)
Key responsibilities include driving a positive safety culture, working with operations to identifying opportunities to mitigate
inventory shrink. Conducting audits, pulling inventory data and using key theft indicators to achieve positive results in areas of
responsibility. Becoming proficient In all WMS applications including DOS, YMS, Exceed, KANA and Aspect and outside
applications such as UPS Quantum View.
Shipping Lead (2004 – 2006)
Managing assigned dock area, loaders and outbound shipments. Managing processes to track loader performance, LOD and
trailer movement. Responsible for a workforce of 10-12 associates daily.
Order Filling Lead (2003 – 2004)
Managed 15-20 associates and processes both case-pack and break-pack areas. I supported phasing out repack operations in
the Manteno RRC.
Acco Brands, University Park, IL 1998 – 2002
Operations Supervisor
Responsible for managing outbound operations, scheduling assignments, setting daily production goals for a staff of 30-35 union
and non-union employees. Also, proposed, documented and implemented policies and procedures.
2. Key accomplishments:
Awarded 1st “Supervisor Incentive Contest” in 2000 for achieving maximum productivity with creativity and enthusiasm.
Developed and implemented company-wide initiative to eliminate the application of system generated labels resulting
in a $10,000 annual savings in thermal label stock and labor.
Developed, wrote and implemented first comprehensive standard operating procedure for outbound order processing
from load planning to shipment
Kmart Corporation, Manteno RDC 1992 – 1998
Positions held: Traffic Manager, Shipping Non-Con Manager, Assistant Traffic Manager, Scheduling Operation Supervisor, and
Reach Truck Operator.
Key accomplishments:
Worked with Price-Waterhouse Consulting and Manugistics to develop a custom schedule optimizer and automated lot
control system to be implemented in all Kmart Distribution Centers.
Managed a budget of $1.5 mil in outbound transportation expense and a trailer inventory of 700+
Created a “fixed route” schedule that saved the company $5,000 daily.
Developed, wrote and implemented a trailer lot control process that resulted in increased tracking and visibility of trailer
lot movement and accountability
Re-profiled non-conveyable shipping prime locations that resulted in a 10% improvement picking productivity.
Developed and implemented ergonomics program to reduce WC injuries
Kankakee, Beaverville and Southern Railroad 1990-1992
Computer Operations Clerk, responsible for electronic data interchange with connecting lines for transmitting waybills and bills of
lading.
Education
Associates Degree in Applied Science (Computer Science/Marketing Major) Kankakee Community College, Kankakee, Illinois.
Certifications:
Wicklander-Zulawski Interview and Interrogation Techniques
American Red Cross First Aid, CPR and AED Certified