Nathan May
nathan@nathanmay.net
479.445.4945
Atlanta, GA, 3033
Hey - thanks for making it this far and giving up your time to look through this site! I hope that you find it "pretty neat" & and are given more insight into why I am the way I am.
2 Quick Points About Me:
1 - I like making things
2 - I like making those things better & easier for all involved
At my heart, I have an analytic mindset, a unique interest in high-adventure activities, and an unselfish love for helping people. This makes point #2 pretty fun. Let's connect on LinkedIn before you carry on:
Professional Qualities
Similar to Myers-Briggs or the Enneagram, but for professional strengths! Check out the "My Qualities" button to learn more about me.
Analytical
Problem-solver
I prefer to think through a situation before diving in. My ability to quickly learn while remaining objective allows me to get to the heart of the problem by oftentimes using logic and reason.
Adaptable
Change
I genuinely get excited by a certain degree of uncertainty. I'm able to adapt to new ideas, am willing to try new things, and have a "flexible" way of thinking.
Innovative
Unique
I stand out for my original thinking. Oftentimes finding new angles and ideas that no one has tried before - more often than not leading to innovative solutions.
Supportive
Helper
I have an innate desire to help others - I have yet to figure out where this comes from. I enjoy hearing others' opinions and am naturally supportive of my colleagues.
Achievements, Awards, & Recognitions
Eagle Scout
Class of 2017
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Achieved the highest rank in Scouting - an achievement that only 4% of all scouts reach.
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Served a total of 2 years in the seat for numerous leadership positions including Assistant Senior Patrol Leader and Quartermaster over a 4-year span.
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Led a service project totaling 110+ hours of community service while working with local partners to build a hammock hotel at the Fayetteville Public Library.
Professional Experience
Roles & Responsibilities - Resume Stuff
Logistics Analyst - DF Channel Management at The Home Depot
Fall 2022 - Present
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HomeDepot.com sells products online that anyone can buy from anywhere, yeah? The Home Depot also has these awesome distribution centers to help fulfill orders from - how do we decide which of those DCs to stock in?? That's my job. Secret - it's not every building (& rarely is it the same answer for 2 different products)...
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I do this by getting a goal from merchants, partnering with data scientists & the DCs to get large dumps of data. I then filter those large datasets making them readable & focused on the goal (different every time). I present it back to the merchants, onboard the product, and finally partner with inventory planners to order the product. All so a customer can get 2-day shipping!!
Senior Specialist EIM Coordinator at Tyson Foods Inc.
Summer 2021 - Summer 2022
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I helped train employees & roll out new software for Tyson's manufacturing plants. Lots of travel, 4:30 am alarms, and chickens.
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This software was a revolutionary improvement in product traceability. Do you remember the 30k pounds of Dino Nuggies that were recalled in the Fall of 2023? That was 100% my job & it could have exceeded 500k pounds if it wasn't backtrack-able due to our training.
Age Group Swim Coach - Razorback Aquatic Club
Spring 2014 - Fall 2021
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Started with swim lessons at 14 and ended with Age Group Coach / Assistant Senior Coach 7 years later. Saw firsthand the development of athletes, coaches, and the overall Swim Club achieving a USA Swimming Silver Award of Excellence - recognized as a top 100 club in the USA.
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Coached alongside and heavily influenced by Olympic Coach level swim coaches. Grew in a mentor - mentee relationship.
College Mascot - Big Red
Spring 2018 - Spring 2020
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I'm trying my best to explain this without getting in any legal trouble... I worked with Arkansas Mascot Big Red, University Marketing, and my teammates to maximize crowd engagement and excitement during games, events, and promotions... sure that sounds right
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See below gif ;)
Educational Background
Professional & Leisure
2017 - 2021
University of Arkansas BSBA - Supply Chain Management
Sam Walton College of Business - the #1 rated Supply Chain Undergraduate program in 2021! I'd say that's pretty neat.
May 2023
USPA B - 59634
Skydiving - talk about a "fast paced environment." Had my fair share of learning when it comes to struggling with goal hyper fixation & stress. Actively working towards coaches rating - this will allow me to help other people get their Skydiving A License!
July 2022
PADI® Open Water Diver
This is the first scuba certification. Gathered confidence one while knowing how to assemble and use gear, respectfully approach marine life, and handle common problems under stress.
Alex Honnold, Free Solo
"No one ever accomplished anything great by being happy and cozy."