Program Manager

• Aug 2023 - Present

Logistics Manager

• Jul 2015 - Present

Logistics Program Manager

• Nov 2020 - Jun 2023

Lead Project Manager

• Nov 2019 - Dec 2020

Global Logistics Manager

• Nov 2018 - Nov 2019

Logistics Specialist

• Feb 2018 - Mar 2019

Logistics Manager

• Dec 2015 - Jan 2018

Led 46 personnel across 5 logistics departments. Managed all global activities aligned with business priorities, to include, overseeing 3600 domestic and international shipments covering over 100 contracts/programs per month. Designated Process Improvement champion for fleet management project to ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, State, and local requirements. Drove analytics to monitor carrier performance and identify opportunities to minimize cost. Developed process improvement initiative leading to decreasing receipt transactions to 40% and saving 40 work hours per week. Advised and assisted 80+ program managers supporting US and foreign customers on meeting Spares Sell-off contract requirements. Initiated first-ever company wide hazardous material training course supporting over 2,000 personnel and saving the company over $150,000 in course and travel costs. Communicated and escalated key performance indicators (KPI's) to upper management. •Recipient of 2017 Continuous Improvement award from #1 supplier. First ever for GA-ASI •Oversaw 20 vehicle fleet valued at $2.5 million and 13 transportation personnel to ensure intra-company movement of material averaging 400 miles per day. •Re-engineered inventory control processes; inventory accuracy increased from 95% to 99%; first ever for stockroom. •Increased finished goods sales in one year from $240 million to $580 million in revenue, which equated to a 48% increase. •Led project initiative for freight invoicing by partnering with a third-party solution to establish business rules to automate invoice reconciliation. Est. savings ~$500k/yr. Show less

Safety Consultant-Transportation

• Jun 2015 - Nov 2015

Assisted multiple fleets in maintaining safe and compliant operations, by: •Consulting with clients on fleet-specific issues related to driver qualifications, hours of service, vehicle maintenance, hazardous materials, drug and alcohol testing, risk management and best practices related to compliance •Performed DOT mock audits to determine and report upon a client’s compliance posture •Provided training related to the FMCSR, hours of service, maintenance inspection, and hazardous materials •Prepared safety management plans to request rating upgrades for clients Show less

Instructor; Hazardous Materials Preparer and Inspector Courses

• Jul 2012 - Jul 2015

Deliver direct instruction and oversee training programs reaching thousands of students annually with a specialized focus on transportation, logistics, and hazardous materials. Travel extensively across the globe to instruct HAZMAT Preparer and Inspector courses for students from all military branches and Department of Defense civilian staff members. ▶ Selected to administer and facilitate distance learning programs serving 3,000+ students annually, resulting in travel-related cost savings and achievement of congressionally mandated training goals. ▶ Aligned curricula with college accreditation requirements allowing students to apply coursework to post-secondary progress. Show less

Passenger Travel Manager

• Dec 2011 - Jul 2012

Coordinated travel services for service members, civilians, contractors, government employees, and distinguished visitors to support global missions. Directed travel operations, provided excellent customer service, and produced accurate and timely documentation. Mastered the Defense Travel System and the Aircraft and Personnel Automated Clearance System to process paperwork and document activities with zero discrepancies. ▶ Achieved Lean Six Sigma Green Belt to increase contribution to process improvements and logistics oversight. ▶ Reduced processing time for travel orders by 50% while maintaining superlative accuracy and customer service. Show less

Transportation Management Instructor

• Aug 2010 - Dec 2011

Delivered specialized transportation management instruction to over 250 students annually. Integrated multiple strategies into training delivery to support content retention including hands-on demonstrations and performance-based evaluation. Embedded soft skills training into classroom activities to build communication, team building, and collaborative problem-solving abilities. ▶ Performed extensive analysis of Department of Defense airlift requirements, procedures, and trends to craft a comprehensive curriculum meeting emerging training needs. ▶ Consistently received superlative rating on formal evaluations from learners for commitment to transferring highly technical knowledge in an engaging and memorable manner. Show less

Ground Transportation and Logistics Manager

• Jul 2014 - Dec 2014

Directed movement, receipt, allocation, storage, and shipment of multiple classes of hazardous materials and explosive items. Defined and instituted handling procedures and safety precautions for dangerous materials, special cargoes, and equipment. Served as HAZMAT handling and logistics Subject Matter Expert to ensure safe and efficient delivery to remote regions within tight timelines. Hand-selected to oversee and orchestrate Hazardous Material certification process and instruction as sole HAZMAT Certifier. ▶ Identified service and delivery gaps to reduce inbound customs hold delays for critical parts, resulting in decrease in aircraft downtime by 75%. ▶ Lent logistical and transportation expertise to track 6,000 delayed shipments and recover $8M in inbound equipment. Show less

Transportation Manager

• Oct 2005 - May 2010

Locations: Travis AFB, CA & Lajes Field, Azores, Portugal Managed and coordinated packaging and transportation operations for inbound and outbound freight. Delivered hands-on support to ensure safe and effective shipments. Served as Customs and Border Clearance Agent to ensure agriculture and pest-free shipments and achieved 100% compliance. Researched and secured economical and expedient shipment methods to meet organizational need. Developed expertise in hazardous materials and handling while certifying dangerous cargo for shipment. ▶ Improved shipping capabilities and achieved cost savings of $2K by securing local packaging contract. ▶ Maintained Hazardous Materials Program 100% compliant with Department of Defense requirements while shipping ten tons of materials via military aircraft. Show less