Brayton J. Smith

Brayton J. Smith, MBA has a diverse work experience in logistics and operations management. Brayton J. started their career as a Local Sort Supervisor at UPS in September 2017, where they improved overall labor-intensive activities by focusing on performance improvements.

In November 2018, they joined XPO Logistics, Inc. as a Freight Operations Supervisor. Brayton managed approximately 100 employees and took ownership of over 187.5 million pounds of annual freight. Brayton J. implemented strategies to improve on-time deliveries and customer satisfaction, resulting in cost savings of over 10K per month.

In October 2019, Brayton returned to UPS as a Local Sort Supervisor. During the peak season, they handled a significant increase in volume and successfully coached and trained a new Local Sort Supervisor.

Starting in June 2020, they worked as a Customer Logistics Manager at Ryder Supply Chain Solutions. Brayton was directly responsible for a $60 million annual revenue transportation operation and played a key role in managing 350 routes during a 40% increase in business and production. Brayton J. implemented lean principles to improve operational efficiency, resulting in increased on-time delivery and a reduction in cost per mile for external carriers.

In March 2021, Brayton joined ABF Freight as an Operations Supervisor, leading a diverse team of 15 employees. Brayton J. managed an outbound Less than Truckload operation, overseeing a daily average of 200,000 pounds moved.

In April 2023, Brayton started working as a Strategic Pricing Analyst at MoLo Solutions.

Brayton J. Smith, MBA has a diverse education history spanning several institutions and degrees. Brayton J. began their educational journey at Ivy Tech Community College from 2017 to 2019, where they obtained an Associate's degree in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration. Following this, Brayton enrolled at Indiana Wesleyan University and earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management, General from 2016 to 2022.

Continuing their educational pursuits, Brayton pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at Indiana Wesleyan University, which they completed from 2022 to 2023. During their time at IWU, they also acquired additional certifications, including a Data Analytics Certification from Google, a Real Estate Broker license from the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency, and BASIC CPR and First Aid Training.

Brayton J. Smith further enhanced their educational qualifications by enrolling at Liberty University from 2023 to 2024. At Liberty University, they focused on a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Business Administration, specializing in Supply Chain and Logistics.

Overall, Brayton J. Smith, MBA has demonstrated a commitment to academic and professional development, continuously expanding their knowledge and expertise in the field of business administration and related areas.