RONALD W. ADKINS, MBA

**** ******* ******, ******** *****, OH 44221 C: 330-***-****

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Supply Chain Management Professional

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

More than 30+ years of comprehensive and progressive experience, including

senior level service with the U.S. Marine Corps and Department of Defense.

Extensively experienced in leadership, management, and delivering

excellence by consistently meeting and exceeding expectations.

. Innovative leadership strategist with a proven ability to understand and

integrate the full scope of goals for large operations, applying

effective analytical and proactive approaches to identifying and solving

complex problems, eliminating redundant expenditures, and creating

efficiency.

. Effective communication skills and interpersonal abilities, including

persuasive negotiation skills, exceptional documentation management,

successfully building relationships, collaborating across boundaries,

and rapidly developing a positive and productive rapport with senior

level leaders, employees, and customers.

. Results driven, focused, meticulous, and determined performer with an

exemplary work ethic, offering the highest levels of integrity,

initiative, resourcefulness, thoroughness, and tenacity in working to

achieve goals and objectives.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Strategic Vision & Operations Management Motivation and Leadership

Planning Continuous Improvement Evaluation and Guidance

Budget Management Personnel Recruitment &

Project & Program Customer Service Management

Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

MICROPOISE MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS, Streetsboro, OH

2012 - Present

Product Acceptance Manager, 6/2013 - Present

Created a new position within the operations group to evaluate and improve

current product acceptance process by ensuring customer expectations were

clearly defined, documented, and expectations met by producing quality

products on time.

Based on the first six months in this position:

. Decreased acceptance and buyoff time resulting in 2056 labor hours saved

. Cost savings of $164,480

. Gained approval and buy-off of 87 machines; average revenue $500K per

machine

. Developed and implemented a customer satisfaction survey aimed at

defining areas of improvement while meeting or exceeding organizational

goals for acceptance and shipment of products to customer sites

worldwide.

Program & Project Manager, 6/2012 - 6/2013

Responsible for collaborating with organizational teams to execute and

fulfill program objectives, including directing the resourcing of

consultants and outsource-vendors; developing group and individual

timelines; assessing/identifying potential set backs for each

project/program process; and developing and initiating internal processes

to improve program delivery within specific timeframes.

. Developed cost savings opportunity for the manufacture and assembly of

ARC lock-rings, which resulted in cost savings of $1959.55 each and more

than $100K annually.

. Successfully qualified new vendors to manufacture and expedite critical

parts required for production machines.

. Managed teams collaborating on multiple programs and provided problem

solving leadership to all areas of conflict.

. Ensured all programs were executed within established timelines and

ensured compliance with defined standards.

. Evaluated team project performance and documented progress, as well as

assisted engineers in documenting project designs and submission of

required change notices.

University of Phoenix - School of Advanced Studies

2010 - 2012

Doctoral Candidate - Full Time Student

The Doctor of Management (DM) in Organizational Leadership degree program,

offered by University of Phoenix, provides learners who hold a professional

Master's degree a means of exploring their personal readiness to become

leaders in their professions or current organizations. Learners gain a

mastery of leadership literature and demonstrate their competence by

applying what they learn to current organizational environments.

SUMMA HEALTH SYSTEM, Akron, OH

2009 - 2010

Logistics Supervisor

Tasked with providing broad scope management, including product and price

negotiations with vendors; receiving, inventory control and replenishment

of over 1,100 medical items; delivery of supplies and medical equipment to

50 external medical offices; and direct oversight of all supply chain

activities and 40 personnel in the shipping, receiving, inventory and

distribution departments.

. Efficiently implemented customer care and employee enrichment programs.

. Developed and implemented tools to reduce pick and material processing

errors.

. Effectively managed inventory and developed inventory reports for Summa

Health System H1N1 medical supplies.

. Worked directly with vendors to negotiate quantity, price and quality of

medical supplies.

. Purchased required inventory and maintained shelf life and material

rotation requirements.

PERSONAL TIME 2008 -

2009

Retired/Seeking employment

University of Phoenix

2007 - 2008

MBA - Full Time Student

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program prepares students in

the functional areas of business allowing them to develop managerial skills

necessary to be effective in a rapidly changing business environment. The

program is based on current research of managerial competencies and

graduate business standards as tested by existing national standardized

graduate business examinations.

SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION (SAIC), Iraq; UAE; and Italy

2006 - 2007

Supply Chain Technical Assistance for Repairable Processing Representative

Served effectively in a combat zone with U.S. Marine Corps as a Senior

Logistics Specialist, charged with providing logistical field support for

deployed military units in the areas of shipping cost negotiations;

inventory control management; material management, packaging, handling, and

storage; and transportation and management of military assets. Established

and monitored daily workloads, established priorities and deadline goals.

. Packaged, shipped, and tracked an average of 275 aeronautical components

weekly, totaling more than $180 million in aviation assets to repair

facilities worldwide, including over 2,500 critically certified and high

priority aviation assets.

. Spearheaded contract proposals with FedEx, UPS, DHL, and National Air

Cargo to reduce delivery time and shipping costs.

. Analyzed logistical and financial trends and requirements to decrease

shipping time and reduce shipping cost.

. Evaluated methodologies related to short-term and long-term requirements

and goals for cost savings and efficiency.

. Successfully negotiated cost savings measures by implementing mandatory

use of shipping containers capable of preventing damage of aircraft

parts ranging in cost from hundreds to millions of dollars.

. Awarded Certificate of Commendation from Squadron Commanding Officer for

exceptional service and support to military units deployed into a combat

zone.

MILITARY EXPERIENCE

UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS

1982 - 2006

Obtained Rank of Master Sergeant (E-8)

MARINE CORPS TECHNICAL SCHOOLS, Meridian, MS 9/2001 - 4/2006

Staff Noncommissioned Officer in Charge

Hand picked by Headquarters Marine Corps to serve as the senior enlisted

leader of four Marine Corps Technical Schools. Accountable for providing

effective senior level leadership, including instructor recruitment,

development, and evaluation; fiscal management; record and administration

organization/maintenance; program initiatives; team building; collaborative

decision-making; advisory council coordination; and creation of a safe,

respectful and fair environment.

. Planned and controlled all activities of four Aviation Logistics

Occupational Specialty Schools,

. Processed over 2000 military students through initial military technical

training.

. Responsible for 40 military faculty and support personnel on a daily

basis.

. Awarded U.S. Marine Corps Meritorious Service Medal for exceptional

leadership and service during 24-year military career.

U.S. MARINE CORPS AIR STATION, Iwakuni, Japan, 8/2000 - 9/2001

Logistics Accounting Chief

Responsible for management and accountability of a $2.5M annual budget.

Coordinated and submitted monthly financial management reports to senior

level commands. Directly responsible for quality, timeliness,

effectiveness, budget analysis, auditing, and client satisfaction for all

activities related to five military aircraft squadrons, comprised of 60

military aircraft.

. Responsible for direct leadership, training, and supervision of 12

finance/accounting personnel.

. Served as Senior Enlisted Leader for 40 military personnel while

deployed to Guam and Thailand for international multi-force training

exercises.

. Responsible for control and inventory management of aircraft parts

including classified material valued at over $1M.

. Successfully ordered and expedited aircraft parts from military bases

worldwide for deployed aircraft.

. Provided in-depth logistical support for aviation assets, ensuring

squadron aircraft maintained a 100% full mission capable rate during

deployment.

U.S. MARINE CORPS FORCES ATLANTIC, Norfolk, VA, 9/1997 - 8/2000

Aviation Supply Chief

Lieutenant General Staff Billet - Hand picked to serve as the senior

Aviation Supply Chief for all U.S. Marine Corps units on the east coast of

CONUS as well as all forward deployed aviation units serving in the

Mediterranean area.

. Chaired multi-service deployment briefings for all U.S. Marine Corps

aviation units stationed aboard U.S. Naval war ships.

. Established and presented high level briefings to General Officers on

current operations status of deployed units.

. Managed milestones required to qualify U.S. Marine Corps aviation units

for deployment.

. Direct oversight for operations and inspection of all U.S. Marine Corps

supply chain units consisting of over 650 personnel.

. Awarded Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal by Lieutenant General

for exceptional service during tour.

U.S. MARINE CORPS, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 1996-1997

Recruiting Station Staff Noncommissioned Officer in Charge (SNCOIC)

Hand picked by the Commanding Officer, Recruiting Station Montgomery AL, to

become the leader of a recruiting station consisting of four recruiters.

Responsibility included daily training and assisting recruiters to conduct

interviews, screen to qualify, complete background checks, and complete

required documentation for applicants desiring enlistment into USMC.

. Consistently exceeded required quota for enlistments and shipments of

applicants to recruit training.

. Awarded multiple Certificates of Commendation for recognition as

Recruiting Station Montgomery AL, SNCOIC of the month for six

consecutive months and two consecutive quarters.

. Recognized by USMC Commanding General Eastern Recruiting Region for

exceptional performance of duty as SNCOIC of a recruiting station.

U.S. MARINE CORPS, Panama City, FL, 1994-1996

Recruiter

Nominated and selected to recruiting duty based on effective communication

skills, techniques of salesmanship, and the fundamental tools and methods

of recruiting.

. Awarded for recognition as Recruiting Station Montgomery AL, Recruiter

of the Month during first month as a recruiter.

. Awarded multiple times for exceeding established quota for enlistment

and shipment of applicants to recruit training.

. Special recognition by Commanding General Eastern Recruiting Region

for exceptional performance of duty as a rookie recruiter.

U.S. MARINE CORPS, Various Military Bases Worldwide, 1982-1994

Supply Chain and Logistics Specialist

Performed all functions related to supply support including financial

management, inventory management, material management, facilities and

storage management, personnel staffing, and requisitioning procedures.

Duties included validation of customer requirements, processing

requisitions, submitting requisitions, initiating appropriate follow-up

actions, and processing and delivering material in accordance with all

government regulations and procedures. Required the understanding of

acquisition procedures, provisioning and requirements determination,

material handling procedures, and fiscal accounting and purchasing

procedures in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations.

. Supported multiple aviation units throughout the U.S. to maintain full

mission capability of aircraft.

. Completed two six-month tours aboard U.S. Naval ships in support of

Marine Corps aviation units conducting multinational training

throughout Europe and the Mediterranean Sea.

. Deployed to South West Asia in support of Marine Corps aviation units

in Iwakuni, Japan; Kunsan, Korea; Osan, Korea; Cubi Point,

Philippines; and Okinawa Japan.

. Twice awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for

recognition of exceptional service as squadron supply and accounting

clerk.

EDUCATION

Doctor of Management (DM), Organizational Leadership, University of

Phoenix, School of Advanced Studies, 2014

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration,

University of Phoenix, 10/2008

Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology, Education, Social Work, Mississippi

State University, 12/2005

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

Logistics Software: Relational Supply, Toolwire, Naval Aviation Logistics

Command Management Information System (NALCOMIS), Aviation Storekeepers

Information Tracking Program (ASKIT), Electronic Repairables Management

System (eRMS), People Soft ERP, and Fourth Shift ERP.

Office Software: MS Windows, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook,

and PowerPoint), Internet, and Email.

AFFILIATIONS

Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society Veterans of Foreign Wars

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