ANTWON D. WADE SR.

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912-***-****

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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Logistics Manager and Military Veteran with a Secret Security Clearance and 20+ years of proven experience in the United States Army. Accomplished measurable results while leading teams of in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Possess a comprehensive background in Logistics Operations and Project Management derived from conducting domestic and global operations. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets, property, and equipment valued over $15M while meeting the expectations of senior leadership. Possess extensive knowledge in Strategic Planning, Logistics Operations, Training and Development. Track record of identifying redundancies and maximizing resources to streamline operations. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and professionalism. Career supported by a Master of Arts, Program Management, expected in 2017. Areas of Expertise include:

Strategic Planning

Transportation Management

Personnel Management

Vendor Management

Safety Management

Shipping/Receiving Operations

Training and Development

Policy Implementation

Data Analyst

Inventory Control

Organization/Communication

Process Improvement

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

UNITED STATES ARMY – Various Locations 1992 – Present

Operations Director

Responsible for directing and coordinating the staff to accomplish company training operations; staffed, trained, and equipped 250-person staff organization.

Provided oversight for the execution of initial training for communication security, air traffic control, and avionics systems repair schools

Evaluated instructor performance and the effectiveness of training programs, providing recommendations for improvement

Analyzed training needs to develop new training programs or modify and improve existing programs

Managed the budget and responsibility of accounts, vehicles and equipment valued over $3.1M

Senior Operations Manager

Led, mentored, and trained a 421-person Ordnance Training Detachment at Fort Gordon; served as the principle advisor to the Detachment Commander.

Oversaw all matters concerning training readiness, operations, safety, security, and maintenance and information management.

Guided the professional development of 18 team members by conducting detailed evaluation reports and employee performance counseling

Maintained the 100% accountability of $15M budget and organizational assets; which resulted in zero losses and high operational readiness

Current Operations Manager

Managed the daily operations for the 3rd Sustainment Brigade, comprising of 16 modular and separately deployable units with varied capabilities.

Supervised the publication of over 100 orders and ensured unit tasks were properly assigned and executed

Managed the training for the brigade to include preparation of the Brigade Training Meeting and Long Range Training Calendar

Issued over 204 Fragmentary Orders while implementing a tracking system that improved unit compliance by 90%

Logistics Manager

Managed the logistics operations department, responsible for the ground operations, functional planning, coordination, and control of movement of materials, personnel and transportation.

Led and mentored a team of 8 in the procurement and control of all facets of pertaining air and ground logistics

Coordinated and managed the transfer of over 200 excess pieces of organizational equipment to the Army Material Command

Maintained the accountability and serviceability of over $12M of equipment and weapons; which resulted in high operational readiness

Managed the processing of 250K pieces of cargo for ground operations and 300 436L pallets of retrograde equipment to be distributed throughout the Army; which produced a savings of more than $50M

Career Counselor

Managed the Army’s end strength for over 10 years, responsible for individual job counseling to Soldiers, which includes holding retention interviews, determining retention eligibility, and discussing additional career options.

Mentored, evaluated and developed 3 other Career Counselors, trained them on all matters concerning the total Army Retention program.

Advised commanders on the selection criteria for selection of unit level retention officer, also advised them on Soldier’s continued service.

Retained over 20,000 qualified Soldiers in the Army. Provided them with financial options which include bonuses and promotion.

Managed accurate retention statistics, managing incentives and retention awards program, and working with outside agencies to promote the Army’s initiative.

Briefed leaders, Soldiers, and families on matters relating to retention and reclassification actions.

Utilities Equipment Repairer

Performed unit, direct support, and general support maintenance for over 7 years, to include utilities equipment and special purpose support equipment.

Trained, mentored and supervised a team of 12 in quartermaster and chemical repairer duties.

Maintained the accountability and serviceability of over $300K of equipment; which resulted in zero loss and increased unit effectiveness.

Managed the processing and completion of over 1000 work orders; which resulted in 90-100% customer satisfaction.

Briefed weekly maintenance status reports, identified over $200K of excess equipment and placed them back into the Army’s supply system.

EDUCATION

Master of Arts, Program Management, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA, Expected 2017

Bachelor of Arts, Interdisciplinary Studies, Business, Benedict College, Columbia, SC– 2009

CERTIFICATIONS

The International Society of Logistics (SOLE DLP)

Six Sigma Black Belt

Six Sigma Green Belt

Logistics Officer certified

Transportation Officer certified

Load Movement Planner certified

Contracting Officer certified

Accountable Officials and Certifying certified

Department of Defense Government Purchase Card certified

Department of Defense Travel Card Program Management certified

General Funds Enterprise Business System (GFEBS) Acquisition Process certified

General Funds Enterprise Business System (GFEBS) Purchase Requesting and Approval certified

Army Basic Instructor Course (ABIC) certified

Cadre Training Course (CTC)

Accredited Project Manager (APRM)

SELECT AWARDS

Joint Service Medal (1)

Meritorious Service Medal (4)

Army Commendation Medal (4)

Army Achievement Medal (3)

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Software: Microsoft Office (2003, 2007, 2010), Office 365, SharePoint

Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows (95, 98, XP, Vista), Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10

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