Deann Elfering

Deann Elfering has extensive work experience in operations, logistics, and supply chain management. Deann has held various roles in different companies throughout their career.

At King Solutions, Deann started as the Director, Support Services in June 2013 and served in that role until September 2018. In this position, they provided transportation and logistics consulting, transformed processes, and analyzed small package characteristics to negotiate with carriers.

Deann then moved on to become the Director of Fulfillment from October 2018 to January 2020. In this role, they directed and oversaw the implementation of new customers and managed over 300,000 square feet of warehousing and 31 team members.

From January 2020 to March 2022, Deann worked as the Sr. Director of General Freight and Fulfillment Customer Care at King Solutions. Deann supported 300+ customers and developed agreements and pricing programs based on customer expectations.

Following that, they served as the Vice President of Operations from March 2022 to January 2023 and later transitioned to the role of Executive Vice President of Operations in January 2023, both at King Solutions.

Prior to their time at King Solutions, Deann worked at Creative Memories. Deann served as the Operations Manager and Logistics Manager from July 2011 to April 2013, where they managed manufacturing, distribution operations, and logistics. Deann also oversaw shipping for in-house fulfillment programs and 3rd-party distribution.

Deann was also the International Materials Manager from August 2005 to April 2007 at Creative Memories. Deann developed and enforced inventory management policies in multiple countries and implemented inventory optimization software.

Before that, they worked as the Process Improvement Manager from January 2003 to August 2005, where they facilitated lean process improvement events and managed over 50 events resulting in cost savings. Additionally, they held positions as an IT Business Analyst, Production Planner, and held other roles at Creative Memories.

Deann's career began at Columbia Gear Corporation as a Production Planner from September 1997 to May 1998. Deann monitored and maintained production orders and expedited product requirements.

Deann also briefly worked at Land O'Lakes as a Materials and Production Manager, where they directed inventory-related activities.

Overall, Deann Elfering has had extensive experience in operations, logistics, and supply chain management, with a focus on transportation, fulfillment, warehousing, and process improvement.

Deann Elfering has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from St. Cloud State University. Deann'sfield of study at the university was Business Administration, Management and Operations. The duration of their education or specific start and end years are not provided.