Dennis Sharks
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Brandon, FL 33511 *********@*****.***
Summary
CAREER FOCUS: PROCUREMENT, OPERATIONS, PRODUCTION, LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
Over 15 Years of Leadership and Management Experience, including Supervision of High- Performance Teams
Record of Success in Improving Productivity and Costs through Quality, Safety, and Training Solutions
Background in Multi-Location Operations Management, including Domestic and Global Logistics
Combine leadership and technical skills to identify, evaluate, and resolve problems with large-scale, complex
operations, often within heavily regulated environments. Repeated success guiding highly skilled, cross-functional
teams; able to build solid relationships with upper-level executive leaders and achieve consensus across multiple
organizational levels. Extensive experience with multimillion-dollar budget, program, and project management.
Proficient in the achievement of goals despite limited resources and tight time frames. Excellent trainer, mentor,
facilitator, coach, and problem solver.
Clearance
Security Clearance – Secret, Adjudicated 05/2010
Key Skills
● Risk management
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Global and strategic sourcing Purchasing and procurement
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Budgeting and forecasting Six Sigma & Lean Manufacturing Methodologies
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Customer relations specialist Contract management
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Multi-unit operations management Project development and lifecycle
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Vendor sourcing and Inventory management Environmental, Health & Safely Management
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100+Team Management $5M Budget High-Tech Production & Maintenance Operation
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Diverse Team Building, Mentoring & Leadership Systems implementation
● Quality & Safety Assurance Standards
Experience
Senior Logistics Management Specialist, 11/2010 - 04/2012
ManTech International Corporation – Schofield Barracks, HI
● Provided pre- and post-award acquisition support to procure supplies and services in accordance with the
DFAR, FAR and agency regulations.
● Analyzes contractual commitments, customer specifications, design changes, and other data to plan and
develop logistic program activities from conceptual stage through life-cycle of product.
● Apply and managed FAR 13-SAP (Simplified Acquisition Procedures) for purchases and FAR 45-Government
Property service contract for all assigned and subsequently government-furnished vehicles types: IDIQ
(Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity, FFP (Federal Financial Participation), T&M (Time & Materials), CPFF
(Cost Plus Fixed Fee),CPAF (Cost Per Action Fix), Standard Army Retail Supply System (SARSS), Property
Book Unit Supply Enhanced, Supply Assets Tracking System, and the Standard Base Supply System.
Oversees and coordinates program activities designed to ensure effective logistics support of training
systems/devices.
● Ensures ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations was updated and managed 10 project databases.
Senior Integrated Logistics Service Manager, 12/2008 - 12/2010
ManTech International Corporation – Schofield Barracks, HI
● Defined project deliverables and monitored status of tasks while establishing and maintaining 100%
accountability of assigned military and commercial property valued at $300,000,000.00 dollars with zero loses.
● Initiated, planned, executed, controlled and close several U.S Army's Left Behind Equipment induction
processes for the U.S.Army Material Command on time and exceeded all command goals during the 25th
Infantry Division National Training Centers pre-deployment evaluations.
● Recognized as “Top Project Manager of the 3nd and 4nd Quarters for the Integrated Logistics Support
Services Pacific Region during FY 2011”, by the U.S.Army Sustainment Command.
Senior Inventory Manager and Supply Chain Analyst, 12/2007 - 12/2008
ManTech International Corporation – Schofield Barracks, HI
● Completing cyclic and sensitive items inventories, relocation of equipment and materials with zero loses,
organized equipment and maintained military property accountability valued at $101,678.465.00.
● While performing to contract specifications, technical orders, manufacturers' catalogs, stock lists, FEDLOG,
and other available guides in identifying material.
● Prepared necessary documentation to account for military property through cyclic and sensitive items
inventories use of relevant Internet data bases PBUSE, Integrated Logistics Supply Analysis, Logistics
Information Warehouse, Standard Dept. of Defense Advanced Maintenance-2, Standard Army Maintenance
System-Enhanced, Standard Army Retail Supply System (SARSS), Property Book Unit Supply Enhanced,
Supply Assets Tracking System, and the Standard Base Supply System,Unit Level Logistics System-Ground,
Integrated Logistics Analysis Program, Equipment Down Analyzers and Federal Logistic.
Logistics and Technology Acquisition Coordinator, 12/2004 - 12/2007
Serco NA Installation Management Agency – FT Meade, MD
● Analyzes and evaluates cost and pricing data elements to determine price reasonableness for major
acquisitions with limited precedent data available.
● Administers long-term acquisitions, high monetary value complex contracts for procurements of extensive,
highly specialized new or innovative equipment systems, research, and facilities construction and services
affecting major agency programs and having significant impact on contractors' operations and on local
geographic areas.
● Experience in conducting acquisition support activities such as Programmatic issues, Required Sources,
Advance Acquisition Plan, Market Research, Small Business Coordination, Source Sought, Synopsis,
Technical Evaluation Ratings, Determination of Responsibility, Determination of Price Reasonableness,
Determination of Best Value, Determination of Pre- Solicitation Notice, Notice to Successful Offer, Notice to
Unsuccessful Offer, COTR Nominations and COTR Appointments, Congressional Notification.
Inventory Special Division Manager, 12/1999 - 07/2004
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. – Bentonville, Ark
● Proficient knowledge of Inventory Procedures, Property Book, Automated Detection Procedure (ADP)
techniques in monitoring the Information Management Associates (IMA) resources prevented losses and
ensured the full protection of occupants.
● Operated surveillance systems and patrolled grounds; wrote informative reports to update management on all
security matters; immediately responded to security violations, alarms, and other emergency situations.
● Trained users of IMA resource computers, satellite data links telephones, copiers, facsimile machines and
audiovisual equipment; resolved basic software applications problems; and provided direct automation support
to district users and IM personnel.
● Awarded "Certificate of Achievement" for inventorying, identifying and reporting internal theft, saving the
company tens of thousands of dollars annually.
● Apprehended numerous shoplifter's by recognizing suspicious behavior, using available local area network
surveillance systems, and taking action at the appropriate time.
Senior Operations Advisor, 01/1996 - 11/1999
UNITED STATES ARMY – San Antonio, TX
● Budgeted and allocated $750,000.00 per QTR for sustainment services and supplies.
● Planned and assembled training and logistics packets for deployments and redeployments.
● Supervised and managed the administration of property records totaling more than $14 M
● Coordinated more than $7 million in contracts from initial request through the contract award.
● Controlled 15 sub-accounts averaging more than $1.5 million in charges annually.
● Assigned COR's to supervise the completion of the contracts in 8 detached locations.
Assistant-Director of Operations, 12/1994 - 01/1996
UNITED STATES ARMY – San Antonio, TX
● Oversee all activities within maintenance/replacement parts operation.
● Supervise team of 278 military-civilian team members, provide support to over 1,500 personnel, and
deliver training for over 1,000 participants.
● Plan and administer $7.2 million budget.
● Manage full cycles of projects to meet time and cost directives.
● Ensure adherence to operational policies and procedures, implementing steps for corrective actions as
needed.
● Maintain quality and safety objectives.
● Selected Highlights: Generated $1.4 million-plus savings, exceeding initial objective of $477,000, through
prudent management of 100+ high-value commodities.
● Facilitated $2.1 million savings within 3-year period through implementation of Lean and Six Sigma
principles.
● Introduced procedures that became new SOPs.
● Established and coordinated working environments for 340 team members at full status in response to
Hurricane Andrew disaster.
Avionics Department Manager, 11/1992 - 12/1993
UNITED STATES ARMY – Ft Bragg, NC
● Led team of 146 in production activities, supplying equipment and team members to domestic and global
locations.
● Oversaw 8 separate branches, supervising the repair of over 16,000 pieces of equipment.
● Managed total inventory of -$52 million.
● Handled all escalated issues, working jointly with team to address and resolve issues.
● Selected Highlights: Developed and implemented training program to improve team members' knowledge for job
performance and advancement opportunities, leading to 16% increase in advancements.
● Achieved joint service cooperation and accomplishment of mission while supporting 8 operations in 4 different
geographical areas.
● Improved time for repairs and reissues by 25% through leading team in using Lean/Six.
● Sigma knowledge and tools, combining 2 separate work centers.
Maintenance Operations Manager, 01/1990 - 01/1992
UNITED STATES ARMY – Ft Bragg, NC
● In charge of all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities involving 24 aircraft, with emphasis on
quality and time Objectives.
● Trained, coached, and supervised team of 164 across 9 production work centers.
● Prepared and managed annual budget of $ 5 million.
● Selected Highlights: Created and introduced both short-range and long-term scheduled maintenance plans to
maintain maximum asset availability during activities.
● Developed and delivered training program that enabled cross-learning for team members, improving group
readiness by 25%.
● Created rotation schedule that divided talent throughout the department, resulting in improved capabilities to
handle emergencies and crises.
Quality Assurance Department Manager, 12/1988 - 12/1989
UNITED STATES ARMY – FT Hood, TX
● Directed 6 QA managed programs and 36 monitored programs, supervising 28 inspectors.
● Analyzed training programs, inspected aircraft, and evaluated inspectors for qualification and re-
certification purposes.
● Conducted trend analysis for discrepancies, procedures, and workmanship.
● Ensured compliance with specifications for engineering investigations, accident/violation reports, and
technical support.
● Selected Highlights: Built training program for qualifying QA personnel in order to expedite qualification
process and ensure adequate training for team members to perform their duties.
Accomplishments
Master Certification Project Management Capstone, Master Certification Advance Government
Contracting, Standard Army Maintenance System-Enhanced (SAMS-E), Property Book Unit Supply
Enhanced (PBUSE) Supervisor Command Level, Property Book Unit Supply Enhanced (PBUSE) Battalion
Level, Dept. of Defense Integrated Logistics Support Management, Standard Army Retail Supply System
(SARSS), Dept. of Homeland Security National Infrastructure Protection Planner, Federal, State and Local
Infrastructure Preparedness Specialist, HAZ/MAT Handler V, U.S. Dept. of State ITAR (International Traffic
in Arms Regulations).
Education
Department of Defense Acquisition University Courses, Harvard School of Business Project Management
Fundamentals of Systems, Acquisition Management, Acquisition Logistics Fundamentals, Acquisition
Intermediate Systems 201, Acquisition Intermediate Systems 201A, Contracting Mission Support Planning 11
Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act Level II, Villanova University Courses Essentials of Project
Management, Mastering Project Management, Project Management Capstone, Essentials of Government
Contract Management, Lean Six Sigma, Mastering Business Skills, Advanced Contract Management, 5 Steps
to Effective Strategy Implementation
Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute – Melbourne, FL
Associates Degree Human Relations
Fayetteville State University – Fayetteville, NC
Associates Degree Computer Science
Professional Affiliations
Department of Defense Acquisition University Alumni Association, National Contract Management Association
Project Management Institute, National Defense Industrial Association