Drea Williams
About Drea Williams
Drea Williams is a Project Manager in Services at Saltbox, with a diverse background in operations and design across various industries. She has held positions at companies such as Mail Center Etc, Closets By Design, and Saks Fifth Avenue, and has a strong educational foundation in fashion design and audio recording.
Current Role at Saltbox
Drea Williams serves as a Project Manager in Services at Saltbox, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she develops onboarding and training plans tailored for location-based managers and employees. Drea utilizes Jira software to manage multiple projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet defined scopes. Her responsibilities also include engaging in various ad hoc projects across different departments, from initial creative briefs to final delivery.
Previous Experience in Operations and Management
Before joining Saltbox, Drea held several managerial and operational roles. She worked as Operations Manager at Mail Center Etc for one year in Atlanta, Georgia, and as General Manager at The UPS Store for ten months in Duluth, Georgia. Additionally, she served as a Designer at Closets By Design for seven months. Her diverse experience in operations management has equipped her with skills in overseeing daily functions and improving operational efficiency.
Background in Fashion and Retail
Drea has a background in fashion and retail, having worked in various roles that include Tailor at Foot Locker and BET Networks, and Mens Department Manager at Urban Outfitters. Her experience in these positions has contributed to her understanding of customer service and product management in a retail environment. Drea's work at Saks Fifth Avenue as a Shipping and Receiving Specialist further solidified her expertise in logistics and inventory management.
Education and Training
Drea Williams studied at Bauder College, where she earned an Associate of Arts degree in Fashion Design from 2009 to 2011. She also attended Indiana University Bloomington, where she focused on Audio Recording and Engineering, achieving an Associate of Arts degree in the field from 2003 to 2004. This educational background has provided her with a diverse skill set applicable to her roles in project management and creative industries.
Skills in Documentation and Training
In her current role, Drea is responsible for creating and editing training documentation, including standard operating procedures and how-to guides. She conducts research to ensure that all documentation is up-to-date and relevant. Her ability to develop comprehensive training materials supports the onboarding process and enhances operational efficiency within her team.