Steve Payne

BBA | Experienced Global Trade & Logistics Manager | Expert in Enhancing Supply Chain Efficiency & Driving Global Projects | Lean Six Sigma Black Belt | ISO 13485:2016 Internal Auditor | Project Management | OSHA Safety

Jefferson, Georgia, United States

About

13+ years of warehousing with global and domestic logistics experience. Tariff classification and customs brokerage experience. Employee management. Certified auditor with policy and procedure implementation experience. Global efficiency and enhancement coordinator. I have my lean six sigma black belt and certified as an internal company auditor.

Experience

  • Purchasing Manager at Pharma Tech Industries
    Mar 2026 - Present · 4 mos

  • AirRush Inflatables Owner at AirRush Inflatables
    Jun 2025 - Present · 1 yr 1 mo

    Bounce House and Slide Expert

  • Construction Coordinator at Carter Family Homes
    Jun 2025 - Mar 2026 · 10 mos

    Coordinates and oversees custom home building projects.

  • GRI - Global Resources International, Inc. (Full-time · 13 yrs 9 mos)
    • Global projects and efficiency manager
      Feb 2023 - Feb 2025 · 2 yrs 1 mo

      Conducts global enhancements and efficiencies for all 14 subsidiaries. Facilitated global cost-saving initiatives for 14 subsidiaries. Attended savings of $550K annually from 3PL negotiations Trained auditor Facilities vendor, TUV, FDA, and internal audits Implemented optimization projects to increase global logistics efficiencies Facilitated installation of NetSuite ERP systems in warehouses to streamline warehouse and accounting efficiencies

    • Global trade and logistics analyst
      Mar 2021 - Feb 2023 · 2 yrs

      Facilitated the brokerage of global shipments with customs brokers Acquired $50k annually in savings from brokerage negotiations Governed use of tariffs for imports and exports Obtained savings of $185K annually on tariff classifications Collaborated with AL subsidiary on using internal truck services. Organized $200k annually in savings from internal truck line implementation Organized and negotiated domestic and global 3PL contracts Negotiated $30k annually in savings Organized and negotiated domestic and global logistics carriers Acquired $50k annually in savings through carrier bidding Coordinated and implemented global logistics training for all subsidiaries.

    • Warehouse Manager, Logistics Manager, Purchasing Manager, and Facilities Maintenance
      Jun 2011 - Mar 2021 · 9 yrs 10 mos

      Handled contracts and rate schedules for US domestic carriers. Developed 5S and warehouse policies and procedures. Supervised a team of 5-6 employees on average but upwards to 10 at times. Conducted repairs and facility maintenance Created, and reviewed purchasing aspects for vendors. Set up vendor and admin office management accounts Achieved a DOT physical to drive and still drive 23’ box trucks for the company as needed. Constructed and scheduled daily shipments from current warehouses and 3rd party locations.

  • Retail Category Manager/Assistant Manager of a $30M+ store at Victoria’s Secret & Co.
    Jun 2007 - Mar 2011 · 3 yrs 10 mos

    Trained new associates. Managed the weekly scheduling of 30+ employees. Responsible for daily overall customer experience Managed payroll daily