Air Force Manager
Resume:
ROBERT K. RAKES
**** ***** ****** ***, ********* MD
******.*****@*******.***
www.linkedin.com/in/robertrakes1
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Logistics Manager and Military Veteran with a Secret Security Clearance and 20 years of proven experience in the United States Air Force. Accomplished measurable results while leading teams of 115 personnel in a dynamic, fast - paced environment. Possess a comprehensive background in Program Management and Logistic Operations derived from conducting domestic and global operations across 8 Countries. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets, property, and equipment valued over $16.9M while meeting the expectations of senior leadership. Possess extensive knowledge in Safety Management, Warehouse Operations, and Acquisition. Career supported by a B.A. in Supply Chain Management, Air Force Leadership and Training Courses, and vast operational experience.
Operations Management
Logistics Management/ Budgeting
Hazardous Material Handling
Inventory Control
Forklift Operation
Shipping/Receiving
Quality Control
Microsoft Suite/ Reporting
Customer Service
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE – Various Locations 1997 – Present
Flight Chief
Provides logistical support for the President of the United States, Vice-President, United States top leaders, and Foreign Heads of State.
Directed Air Terminal operations and maintained 1st-class support for 12K missions, 89 Air Force One missions, and 543 foreign leader missions while maintaining a 99.9 % reliability rate
Led over 60 transportation specialists and support personnel including protocol, Customs and Border Protection, United States Secret Service, and White House Communication Agency personnel. Manages 18K square foot facility valued at $16M
Managed Crisis Action Team; instituted 10 process improvements that enhanced efficiency of operations and safety aspects of warehouse operations, flight line operations, and risk management
Managed the professional development of 45 personnel while providing detailed quarterly and yearly evaluation reports, monthly counseling’s and detailed career progression charts for future advancement opportunities
Aircraft Services Manager
Delivered cargo movement functions for the Department of Defense’s highest visible aerial port. Processes, maintains, and cross-docked high value assets in support of the President of the United States and national defense.
Led 67 personnel in cargo and warehouse functions ensuring seamless flow of over 51.6K tons of cargo; maintained 100% transit visibility for customers
Authored Command brief on archetypical staircase operations liaising with command’s senior leadership and logistic cell.
Managed 1 of 3 Air Force Distinguished Airlift supply points overseeing budget requirements and allocation of 200-item bench stock valued at $43K
Oversaw and planned controlled movement of Defense Command and Control system worth $2M ensuring on-time delivery of assets for the Secretary of Defense
Supervisor
Served as liaison for cargo support operations in support of the United States Embassy, Cairo Egypt.
Implemented Command wide cargo advisory securing supply line for Egypt supporting 300 personnel.
Planned & executed U.S. non-combatant evacuation of assets and personnel during Egyptian Presidential unrest
Spearheaded defense transfer of 170 Stinger missiles for foreign military sales between U.S. and Egyptian Air Force, fortifying Egypt’s Air Defense system.
Identified utilization discrepancy of air assets for regional support, expanded supply line to remote locations throughout the country and increased efficiency 75%, saved $4.5M in annual costs
ROBERT K. RAKES PG.2
Deployment Training Manager
Managed hazardous cargo, cargo build-up, and vehicle familiarization training programs. Directed cargo and passenger processes, and provided classroom/hands-on training for assigned personnel. Reviewed operational and training requirements and provided airlift expertise for Installation Deployment Planning.
Instructed over 1.2K base personnel on warehouse operations and safety, cargo handling, hazardous material safety, and material handling equipment operations in support of a base augmented deployment training program
Revised Wing mobility training program recognized as “Best Practice” for Air Education and Training Command
Established base logistic support equipment standard ensuring integrity and serviceability of $1M assets
Led logistics planning operation for 12 Providence Reconstruction Team transfers, expedited 39 tons of supplies in under 48-hours ensuring required delivery date of all assets for operational transfer
Airlift Clearance Authority
Sole cargo clearance authority in and out of South Korea. Supported 46 F-16’s, 4 groups, 15 Squadrons, and 7 geographically separated units. Controlled all entry of cargo into the Defense Transportation System and served as regional in-transit visibility monitor.
Established cargo land-bridge operations reducing transits time 6-days and saving Air Force $2M annually
Oversaw Joint Chief of Staff directed Class 1 munitions transfer of 188 critical Korean government air defense missiles
Planned and executed Expeditionary Fighter Squadron redeployment. Moved 145 tons of assets and 16 F-16 aircraft ensuring 100% on-time departure reliability rate
EDUCATION/TRAINING
Bachelor of Arts, Supply Chain Management, American Military University, Charles Town, WV – 2017
Associates Degree in Transportation, Community College of the Air Force, Montgomery, AL – 2008
Senior Leadership Development Academy
Joint Senior Leadership and Management Course
Airman Leadership School
Air Force Logistic and Supply Managers Course
Hazardous Material Inspector Course
Supervisor Safety Course
First Responder Course (CPR)
Risk Management Fundamentals
SELECT AWARDS
Meritorious Service Medal
Air Force Commendation Medal (7)
Army Commendation Medal
Noncommissioned Officer of the Quarter (2)
Air Education and Training Command “Best Practice” Award
Air Force Air Transportation Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, 2009
81st Mission Support Group Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, 2009
8th Fighter Wing Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, 2007
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