ALMONTE L. SMITH, DSL, MBA

- **** Lake Estates Way, Atlanta, Georgia 30349

- 254-***-****

- ace236@r.postjobfree.com

- http://www.linkedin.com/pub/almonte-smith/43/254/274

~ LOGISTICS/SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER ~

- QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE

Dynamic and goal-driven professional, with over 22 years of experience in global supply chain and logistics management; with

focus on material handling and storage, cost avoidance measures and cost reduction, transportation operations, inventory

control, distribution, and personnel supervision. Equipped with verifiable multi-site operations and multinational workforce

relations background; combined with well-honed decision-making, communication, analytical, technical, and interpersonal, skills.

Commended as a highly skilled leader with proven ability in analyzing an organization’s management procedures, identifying

potential opportunities, and developing operational solutions. Recipient of OSHA safety certification and the Demonstrated

Senior Logistician (DSL) designation award from the International Society of Logistics; a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt; and

currently hold a Secret Security Clearance.

- AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Warehouse Management Continuous Process Improvements Cost Saving and Reduction Change Management

Effective Contract Negotiation Regulatory Compliance and Standards Full Spectrum Leadership

Customer Service and Relations Asset Management Strategic Planning and Analysis Budget Administration

- PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND HIGHLIGHTS

Fluor Government Group (FGG) Bagram, Afghanistan

Deputy Theater Distribution Center Manager 2012–Present

- Rendered keen oversight to a multinational workforce of approximately 400 employees in all related concerns.

- Strategically coordinated with the Theater Traffic manager, DHL-Global, UPS, National Air Cargo, and FedEx to tailor

shipping and receiving procedures; significantly expedited and ensured the safe and effective delivery of critical assets into

theater while providing predictability of delivery.

- Pioneered and implemented strategic approaches and creative solutions to cost effectively ship intra-theater supplies

without lost/damages over a 120-day period.

- Conducted lead time analysis and cost analysis; implemented optimal lead time and cost reduction solutions; and

streamlined the logistics operation process which increased velocity and throughput by 45%.

- Completed four government financial and accounting audits and over 50 safety audits companywide.

- Turned in over 2,600 twenty foot equivalents (TEUs) worth of material, assets, and vehicles valued at $600M.

- Substantially reduced the number of aged Internal Procurement Requisitions by 80% from 1800 to 360.

- Led and executed a strategy reintroducing over 24,095 lines of consumable materials and assets valued at $20M into the

government’s inventory reducing expenditures.

- Cross-utilized and led key material for authorized stockage-level usage in the regional distribution center.

- Pioneered and implemented an innovative ASL review process; and expertly provided evaluation on 371,000 lines of

material valued at over $599M.

- Significantly acquired over $15M of United States government inventories with more than 21,000 line items.

United States Army Various Locations

Senior Logistics Manager/Chief Warrant Officer III 1992–2012

- Generated more than $5M in total savings through the successful implementation and management of the Army’s Exchange

Pricing Program.

- Drove efforts to maintain 100% inventory accuracy, thus exceeding the department’s zero denial standards.

- Leveraged exceptional leadership style and strategic partnerships in maintaining zero balance rates at 2% and customer

satisfaction rates at 95%.

- Brought major contributions to the team’s nomination for the 8th Army Supply Excellence Award by ensuring 95% match rate

for all turn in and acquisition processes.

Accountable Officer, Supply Support Activity (SSA) 2010–2011

- Earned recognition as a talented and proven leader, successfully making it possible for the team to achieve the

following key results organization-wide:

- Attainment of 100% inventory accuracy resulting in zero denials, while exceeding 1% of DA standard

- Maintenance of at least a 95% match rate on all exchange pricing list ordering and implementation

- Achievement of commendable ratings from the 8th Army Audit Team

- Selection to compete for the 8th Army Supply Excellence Award

- Played a significant role in teaching and executing the Exchange Pricing Program which significantly saved more than $5M

in recoverable parts.

Supply Systems Technician 2009–2010

- Established a reputation for continuously handling increasing responsibilities by serving as logistics integration

officer with records of successful missions and exceptional initiative.

- Drove performance improvements as reflected in implementing the SSA along with the 1,186-line ASL in a successful and

timely manner.

General Supply Officer (GSO) 2008–2009

- Earned selection as part of the Logistics Training and Assistance Team (LTAT), in collaboration with the 8th IA Division

Support Regiment (DSR), in leading and providing excellent logistics and supply support.

Accountable Officer 2007–2008

- Fulfilled leadership role as the distribution company’s supply systems technician, as well as advisor and problem solver

in quickly resolving issues on the multifaceted SSA performance and logistics systems interfaces.

- Handled the preparation and analysis of supply management reports to solely monitor adherence to supply performance

objectives.

Assistant Chief of Staff G4 2006–2007

- Progressively led the daily operations, training, and welfare of staff members; implemented the Command Supply

Discipline Program; and oversaw the cross-leveling of equipment.

- Accelerated growth as reflected in achieving and maintaining a zero balance rate by 2% and customer satisfaction rate by

95%; substantially increasing contractor evaluation rates from 78% to 99%; as well as achieving fast-track promotions and

commendations from the senior management.

- Acted as principal staff officer in efficiently facilitating internal supply, maintenance, food service, transportation,

and facilities engineering support, policies, and procedures.

- EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration, with Concentration in Strategic Leadership: 2014

Trident University International Cypress, CA

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, with Concentration in Logistics: 2013

Trident University International Cypress, CA

- CERTIFICATIONS

Six Sigma Black Belt Certification: 2013 Aveta Business Institute

Six Sigma Lean/Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) Green Belt Certification: 2013 Aveta Business Institute

- SELECTED TRAINING

Michael Management Corporation - SAP Purchasing (ECC 6.0): 2014 SAP Inventory Management (ECC 6.0): 2014 Basic SAP

Skills (ECC 6.0): 2013

OSHA Training Institute - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour Outreach Training for General

Industry: 2013

Defense Acquisition University - Contract Format and Structure for Department of Defense (DOD) E-Biz: 2011 Joint

Deployment Distribution Operations Center: 2011 Life Cycle Management and Sustainment Metrics: 2011 Mission Support

Planning: 2010 Developing Employees: 2011 Performance-Based Logistics, Part A: 2010 Quality Assurance Auditing: 2010 Six

Sigma: Concepts and Processes: 2010 Intermediate Systems Acquisition: 2008 Fundamentals of System Sustainment Management:

2008 Acquisition Logistics Fundamentals: 2008 Fundamentals of Systems Acquisition Management: 2008 Contract Negotiation

Techniques: 2008

- MILITARY AWARDS

Meritorious Service Medals (3) Army Achievement Medals (4) Army Commendation Medals (3)

- TECHNICAL ACUMEN

Microsoft Office Suite Standard Army Retail Supply System (SARSS)

Maximo MatMan Internet Applications

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