Ashley Kautz
Decatur
Summary
Strategic and results-driven senior leader with extensive experience in operational leadership, client management, and program execution, complemented by a proven track record in professional development and talent strategy. Adept at fostering high-performance cultures through targeted skill-building, leadership development, and career growth initiatives. Skilled in resource planning, capacity management, and organizational alignment to meet evolving business demands. Recognized for building strong client relationships, driving process improvements, and empowering teams to achieve measurable results.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager – Professional Development
E2open
Rogers
03.2025 - Current
- Oversee daily team activities, resource allocation, and workload balance.
- Analyze and assign resources to projects; deliver capacity and forecasting reports to leadership.
- Conduct skills assessments, create individualized development plans (IDPs), and foster continuous learning.
- Set measurable objectives, conduct one-on-ones, and promote a feedback-driven culture.
- Partner with HR to attract, hire, and retain top talent; build succession pipelines.
- Implement organizational initiatives and contribute to frameworks enhancing team effectiveness.
Program Manager
E2open
Rogers
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Managed $3M+ portfolio for complex software implementations across business units.
- Built strategic partnerships with Walmart, Sam’s Club, Target, Meijer, and Kroger.
- Directed end-to-end project delivery, ensuring timelines and budgets were met.
- Identified process improvements and managed key customer accounts with weekly status calls.
- Clients: WK Kellogg Co, Molson Coors, Reddy Ice
Account Manager
Miller Zell
08.2018 - 09.2023
- Coordinated manufacturing and purchasing of POS materials for client projects.
- Ensured cost-effective production and built strong client/vendor relationships.
- Managed multiple $1M+ projects (Remodel, Holiday, Entertainment).
Merchandise Execution Manager
Walmart
07.2016 - 08.2018
- Directed large-scale merchandising projects in Automotive and Home departments.
- Developed training content for One Best Way guides to support associate development.
- Contributed to $34M incremental sales during tax season through strategic planning.
Senior Manager – Store of the Community (SOTC)
Walmart
05.2015 - 06.2016
- Designed merchandising strategies tailored to community demographics (Back to College, tax time, Hispanic markets).
- Guided Merchants on strategy alignment and merchandise availability.
- Created divisional training content and facilitated COE meetings to improve execution.
- Served as divisional point of contact, ensuring timely fulfillment of store requests.
Co-Manager
Walmart
Joplin
10.2009 - 05.2015
- Reopened Joplin store post-tornado, leading 400+ personnel including 17 direct reports.
- Directed daily operations, enforced organizational guidelines, and ensured adherence to safety standards.
- Monitored financial metrics and conducted performance assessments to achieve operational goals.
Education
B.B.A. - Business Management & Marketing
Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS01.2004
Skills
- Account Management & Client Relationship Management
- Project Management & Execution
- Resource & Capacity Planning
- Talent & Leadership Development
- Conflict Resolution & Stakeholder Management
- Performance Management
- Operational Excellence
- Communication & Collaboration
- Change Management & Adaptability
Timeline
Senior Manager – Professional Development
E2open
03.2025 - Current
Program Manager
E2open
09.2023 - 03.2025
Account Manager
Miller Zell
08.2018 - 09.2023
Merchandise Execution Manager
Walmart
07.2016 - 08.2018
Senior Manager – Store of the Community (SOTC)
Walmart
05.2015 - 06.2016
Co-Manager
Walmart
10.2009 - 05.2015
B.B.A. - Business Management & Marketing
Pittsburg State University