Devon Butler
About Devon Butler
Devon Butler is a Logistics Planner with experience in process automation and supply chain management. He has worked at notable companies such as Amazon and Beyond Meat, where he developed tools that significantly reduced costs and improved logistics efficiency.
Work at Beyond Meat
Devon Butler has been employed at Beyond Meat since 2022 as a Logistics Planner. In this role, he has focused on optimizing logistics processes and improving operational efficiency. Prior to this position, he served as an Inventory Control Analyst at Beyond Meat from 2019 to 2022. During his tenure, he led the distribution of all outbound orders across North America and managed international shipments, contributing to the company's logistics strategy.
Education and Expertise
Devon Butler is currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management at California State University-Dominguez Hills, expected to graduate in 2027. He also studied Business Administration and Management at Santa Ana College, where he earned an Associate's degree in 2024. His education has equipped him with a solid foundation in logistics and supply chain principles, enhancing his capabilities in his professional roles.
Background in Logistics
Before joining Beyond Meat, Devon Butler worked as a Logistics Specialist at Amazon from 2014 to 2017 in San Bernardino, California. He then transitioned to J.W. Logistics, LLC, where he served as a Logistics Supervisor from 2017 to 2019. His experience in these roles has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of logistics operations and supply chain management.
Achievements in Process Automation
Devon Butler implemented process automation using Python programming, which has streamlined logistics operations. He developed a Route Consolidation tool that resulted in savings of $450,000 within 16 weeks. Additionally, he reduced pallet supplier costs by 50% between 2021 and 2023, demonstrating his ability to drive cost efficiencies in logistics.
Collaboration and Development
In his professional capacity, Devon Butler has collaborated with an outsourced data analysis group for application development and troubleshooting of coded applications. This collaboration has enhanced the functionality and effectiveness of logistics tools and processes within his roles.