Supply Chain Manager

Benjamin N. Thrower

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Phone: 478-***-****

Email: ********.*.*******@*****.***

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a fulfilling position in a logistics related firm in order to further my experience in supply chain

management operations and enhance my interest in procurement and distribution.

EDUCATION

Georgia College and State University, Milledgeville, GA

• Master of Public Administration, May 2011

• Master of Science in Logistics Management, May 2010

The University of Georgia, Athens, GA

• Bachelor of Arts in Geography, August 2008

EXPERIENCE

August 2009 – Present: Logistics Manager (Civilian); Robins Air Force Base, Warner Robins, GA

• Lead several Integrated Product Teams that coordinate the overall supply chain for multiple

Special Operations weapons systems that are crucial to the performance of sensitive military missions.

• Serve as the program manager for several Center-wide strategic production and repair contracts,

each of which is valued in the hundreds of millions of dollars.

• Search out and select vendors and contractors, negotiate the terms of agreement for production or

repair contracts, and modify contracts when unexpected events occur.

• Track the performance metrics of contracts to assure that execution of the contract is satisfactory

and to confirm that the vendor/contractor is abiding by the agreed upon terms and conditions.

• Ensure that items are shipped or received in an accurate, timely manner while constantly working

to reduce administrative and production lead time in supply chain management processes.

Awards:

• Performance Award, June 2011

• Special Act or Service Award, June 2010

CERTIFICATIONS

Lifecycle Logistics Management Certification – Level 1 (Defense Acquisition University)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Over three years of experience leading a team in recording and analyzing complex data in a dynamic

environment and acting on the information gathered in order to create or sustain efficient and effective

supply chain administration.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication capabilities exercised frequently due to a demanding

presentation schedule. Includes briefing all levels of management, up to and including the head of the Air

Force Materiel Command, on a frequent basis concerning issues of importance to the organization.

• Proficiency in a multitude of computer programs including word processing, spreadsheet, database,

accounting, inventory, statistical analysis, geographic information system, and enterprise resource

planning applications. Additional ability to learn new programs and systems quickly.

• Developed “soft skills”, including a strong work ethic, solid time management ability, sound problem

solving aptitude, and flexibility, that allow for relating well to others, working effectively as part of a

team, and performing adeptly under pressure.

LANGUAGES

English (native), French (proficient), Spanish (proficient)

INTERESTS

Hunting, fishing, golf, travel

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