Rick Whiting Logistics & Supply Management

ac7l5r@r.postjobfree.com 517-***-**** Eaton Rapids, MI 48827

Highly skilled supply chain management and logistics professional with more than 15 years of experience in heavy equipment operation, purchasing and procurement, and inventory management. Collaborative communicator continually focused on providing exceptional customer service and building positive relationships. Possess a Michigan Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes. Proficient in MS Excel and MS Word. Possess active security clearance. Areas of Expertise include:

Strategic Planning & Forecasting

Customer Service

Budgeting & Fiscal Stewardship

Shipping Management

Data Analysis

Inventory Management

Purchasing & Procurement

Scheduling Management

Problem Resolution

Professional Experience

HEART TRUSS & ENGINEERING Lansing, MI 7/2013-Present

Professional Truck Driver

Manage and maintain accurate inventory levels though the collection and analysis of phase in/out data. Facilitate scheduling logistics with customers and resolve any issues or delays. Work closely with leadership to effectively manage shipping and supply chains to ensure maximum efficiency. Verify all purchase orders are completed, maintained, and filed in adherence to local filing regulations/policies.

Key Accomplishments:

Consistently delivered products on time.

Provided accurate monthly lumber inventory.

Established and maintained excellent relationships with clients through top-notch customer service skills.

BATTLE CREEK AIR NATIONAL GUARD Battle Creek, MI 1/2013-Present

Supply Management/Heavy Equipment Operator

Maintained accurate records for all vehicles at the facility through the utilization of automated tracking systems. Collected and analyzed phase in/out data in order to support operational inventory. Adhered to local supply regulations, policies, and procedures. Collaborated with management staff in meeting maintenance requirements for all vehicles. Managed logistics to ensure minimal wait times and provide resolutions to the Sales and Marketing Departments.

Key Accomplishments:

Effectively managed and facilitated purchasing and ordering processes.

Delivered key training for heavy equipment operators.

Maintained accurate training records for management and staff.

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE Aviano, Italy 1/2009-12/2012

Supply Management/Heavy Equipment Operator

Directed purchasing and procurement for office supplies. Verified all monthly requisitions for accuracy. Streamlined processes by proposing innovative corrective actions. Provided exceptional customer service by ensuring inquiries were answered in a timely manner and quickly identifying and resolving any issues. Planned and maintained annual budgets including comprehensive plans designed to achieve company objectives.

Key Accomplishments:

Served as program manager for VCO, SUPPLY, HAZMAT, HAZCOM, and SQUADRON VCO.

Managed purchasing and procurement processes for the location.

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE Kunsan, South Korea 1/2008-12/2008

Supply Management/Heavy Equipment Operator

Conducted strategic budget planning and forecasting in order to accomplish company objectives. Collect, analyze, and track statistical data in order to effectively manage inventory, expiration dates, and procurement status of all materials and vehicles in the warehouse. Maintained accurate inventory of mobility gear utilizing Military Inventory Control Accountability System (MICAS).

Key Accomplishments:

Served as Vehicle Control Officer.

Provided oversight for a team of 5 people.

Consistently maintained airfield grass areas.

Education

Associate Degree in Business Administration and Management Logistics

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE Adelphi, MD 2011

Associate Degree in Construction Technology

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE Adelphi, MD 2010

Associate in Architecture Design

LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE Lansing, MI

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