Benjamin R. Varner

Decatur, GA ***** 470-***-****

www.linkedin.com/in/benajmin-varner-91524a20 ac0t65@r.postjobfree.com

Senior Level Logistics Professional

10+ years' successfully managing transportation logistics in a highly regulated environment.

Accomplished and dedicated professional skilled in transportation logistics and operational management specialized in custom and border material movement. Talent for process analysis, redesign, and implementation with proven history of improving bottom-line factors. Skilled in strategic operational planning, training and development, logistics, and transformational leadership. Collaborative communicator continually focused on building relationships and promoting synergy across business lines and global units to drive positive change, cohesive, comprehensive business practices and enhanced profitability. Active Secret Security Clearance. Areas of Expertise:

Logistics Management

Leadership & Development

Inventory & Material Management

Cargo, Port, & Movement Management

Strategic Analysis & Planning

Project/Process Management

Regulatory Compliance

Problem Resolution

Load Distribution

Quality Assurance

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

KBR - Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Africa

Civilian Contractor Port & Terminal Supervisor

December 2015 - May 2017

Lead a team of 10 personnel comprised of foreign, local, and American nationals in the inspection and logistical management of cargo, mail, and personnel movement at port of entry.

Conduct HAZMAT, Customs and Border inspections ensuring compliance and safety.

Collect and analyze data to identify trends and process gaps.

Recommend and implement corrective action for non-compliance to customs regulations.

KBR - Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Africa

Civilian Contractor Cargo Sr. Specialist

June 2013 - December 2015

Support the logistical operations of cargo movement through inspection, documentation, and compliance enforcement while providing positive experiences for over 7,000 customers monthly.

Verified eligibility of cargo and mail for airlift ensuring all documentation supporting border clearance requirements are complete and available.

Determined and deployed safety and security strategies around the handling of dangerous materials.

Generated and maintained key reports in regards to weight and balance statistics.

PAE Group - Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Africa

Civilian Contractor Cargo Sr. Specialist

September 2010 - June 2013

Provided senior-level support in the operations of material handling and processing.

Utilized GATES (Global Air Transportation Execution System) to monitor and record air movement records.

Acted in the capacity of the supervisor in their absence providing leadership and performance evaluation.

Complied with Military regulations in reference to the assembly, packaging, and transportation of aircraft cargo.

United States Air Force Reserves, Keesler AFB, MS

Air Transportation Journeyman

September 2006 - September 2010

Managed the process of loading passengers and cargo aboard aircraft creating processes and procedures to improve efficiency and the customer experience.

Forecast and calculate aircraft load distribution for optimize capacity.

Oversaw the utilization of material handling equipment and loading/unloading operations ensuring proper procedure in adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Prepared and maintained all necessary reports and documentation in relation to air movement and travel.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Business Georgia Perimeter College, Perimeter, GA

Certificates & Licenses

US Postal Services Mail Clerk Certified HAZMAT - I.A.T.A Dangerous Goods Cargo Shipper - Cert# 21441a - CAA Registration # DGM 74390 IATA Registration # 74120

HAZMAT - I.A.T.A Dangerous Goods Cargo Handler - Cert# 21441a - CAA Registration # DGM US Customs and Border Clearance Program Manager

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