Ian G James
About Ian G James
Ian G. James is a Logistics Manager at Amazon Logistics with extensive experience in supply chain management and logistics. He has a background in military service and holds degrees in Technical Management and Finance.
Work at Amazon Logistics
Ian G James has been employed at Amazon Logistics as a Logistics Manager since 2017. In this role, he has led a team of 130 logistics specialists, planners, and schedulers, particularly during peak seasons. He has achieved a 100% accuracy rate in adhering to budget limitations and guidelines by leveraging logistical and historical data for forecasting. His responsibilities include managing risk to protect assets valued over $16 million and analyzing the financial impact of logistics changes to minimize downtime.
Military Experience in Supply Chain Management
Ian G James served in the US Army from 2009 to 2015, focusing on Supply Chain Management for six years in South Korea. His military experience included management roles that contributed to his logistical expertise. He continued his service until 2017, working for two additional years at FT Sill, Oklahoma, where he further developed his skills in logistics and asset management.
Previous Role as Geographic Information Systems Analyst
Before his military service, Ian G James worked as a Geographic Information Systems Analyst for a Department of Defense contractor from 2005 to 2009 in Iraq. This four-year position involved managing classified information and utilizing geographic data to support military operations.
Education and Expertise
Ian G James holds a Bachelor of Science in Technical Management and Electronic Engineering from DeVry University, which he completed from 2002 to 2006. He also earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences in Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology from the same institution from 2002 to 2004. Additionally, he obtained a Master in Finance (MBA) from the Jack Welch Management Institute, studying from 2018 to 2019.
Process Improvement Initiatives
Throughout his career, Ian G James has created initiatives aimed at improving outdated processes and streamlining paperwork within logistics operations. These initiatives have contributed to enhancing company value and profitability. His analytical skills have also been applied to assess the financial impact of logistics changes, such as routing and shipping nodes.