Jeffrey A. Croniser
Okinawa, Japan
Cell: 757-***-****
**********@*****.***
www.linkedin.com/in/jacroniser
SUMMARY
Versatile performance-oriented leader with over 23 years of recognized expertise in logistics, facilities management, supply chain management and International programs foreign military sales(FMS). Director level experience in program management, project management, training management, budget formulations, technical management and program sustainment, reinforced with intricate knowledge of the DoD/DoS Title 10 and Title 22 International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) processes. Retiring at the rank of Captain with 12 years of Enlisted experience, commissioned as a Gunnery Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps. Current Secret Clearance. ACCOMPLISHMENTS / SKILLS
Skills: Logistics Management, Marine Corps Planning Process, Operational and Concept Planning, Program/Project Management, International Relations Management, Global Event Coordinator, Leadership, Mentorship, Coaching, Microsoft Office, SharePoint Design, Exceptional Communication Skills
Leadership: Commander of a 125 person supply chain, maintenance management and logistics services organization, managed a $8 MIL Marine Corps International Military education and training annual budget
Financial Data
Analysis & Budget
Formulation:
Developed and managed detailed financial data analysis directly impacting the annual and future Marine Corps International Military training and education funding requirements to HQMC DC PP&O, Defense Security Cooperation Agency(DSCA) and Navy International Programs Office Logistics & Supply
Management:
Directly supervised logistics and supply chain operations supporting over 5,000 personnel annually for 7 Marine Corps formal schools and a depot level weapons maintenance facility
Training Personnel: Developed and instructed a routine functional fitness and nutrition program to 200 personnel
Procurement: Managed logistics and supply chain analysis during the DoD and Japan Ground Self Defense Forces (JGSDF) foreign military sale requirements development and procurement process of amphibious equipment, training and other materials Process
Improvement:
Authored an organizational Marine Corps Physical Fitness, Combat Fitness, and Marine Corps Water Survival training guidebook as part of the selecting and screening process for international military students to attend a Marine Corps school
EXPERIENCE
III MEF G-5 DPRI-Support Contractor Dec 2016 - Present Command Element Senior Program Manager, Booz Allen Hamilton, Okinawa, Japan
• Provided deliverables to the client (USMC III MEF) in the form of analysis for Command Element capabilities and gaps for DPRI
• Provided support to monitor and track any issues stemming from execution of the DPRI program
• Identified and maintained operational requirements for the operational force, to include a broad spectrum of personnel and equipment needs required to plan, direct, control, coordinate, and justify MILCON projects.
III MEF G-5 DPRI-Support Contractor Jun 2015 – Dec 2016 Logistics Combat Element Program Manager, Louis Berger Group, Okinawa, Japan
• Provide deliverables to the client (USMC III MEF) in the form of analysis for Logistical capabilities and gaps for DPRI
• Developed the III MEF Theater Logistics Plan for Okinawa, Guam, Australia and Hawaii
• Utilized quantitative and qualitative methods and techniques to develop support deliverable criteria and metrics covering complex program functions
• Coordinated and managed all phases of facilities / Military Construction requirements development, review and completion. Including validating all basic facility requirements per the unified facility criteria for newly constructed facilities, totaling $8 billion
• Extensive experience with the Pacific Command area of responsibility, associated with conducting activities with over 36 countries
• Lead facilitator and planner for multiple executive level Operational Planning Team conferences
• Developed a intra-theater transportation cost benefit analysis resulting in $11 million savings Training Officer / Family Readiness Officer Jun 2014 – Jun 2015 Marine Corps Security Cooperation Group, Fort Story, VA
• Developed and provided strategic direction into the basic advising curriculum for 1,000 Marines and Sailors
• Successfully created an internal curriculum reproduction program saving the command $100K annually
• Recognized by the Hampton Roads Marine Corps Family Team Building director for developing and implementing a planning process that ensured optimum efficiency of the Non-Appropriated funds Country Program Manager / Director of Logistics Apr 2011 – Jun 2014 Marine Corps Security Cooperation Group, Fort Story, VA
• Lead Security Assistance program manager for a high visibility Foreign Military Sales procurement case between USMC and Japan Ground Self Defense Forces (JGSDF) worth $2 billion. Attended the procurement Operational Planning Team meetings for the training and sales of the JGSDF operators and mechanics.
• Successfully managed 1,000 Foreign Military Sales / Foreign Military Finance Marine Corps training and education quotas from 86 countries for Fiscal Year (FY) 14
• Developed and provided the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) for Fiscal Years (FY) 12 to 15 laying out operational and financial requirements totaling over $25 million
• Authored and published the Marine Corps Security Cooperation Officer (SCO) and International Military Student Officer (IMSO) training and education guidebook
• Generated innovative Life Cycle Logistics Support and Integrated Logistics Support analysis for the United Arab Emirates permanent staging of equipment and training program in 29 Palms, California
• Directed the identification of budgetary risks and conducted senior leadership meetings for risk mitigation strategies
Director of Logistics Jul 2007 – Apr 2011
Weapons Training Battalion, Quantico, VA
• Coordinated and supervised logistical requirements for multiple facility self-help upgrade projects resulting in a savings of $200K
• Directly supervised logistics and supply chain operations supporting over 5,000 personnel annually for 7 Marine Corps formal schools and a depot level weapons maintenance facility
• Successfully established a database for accountability and maintenance procedures of 3,000 ordnance items
• Assisted in the development, review and proposal in the construction of a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) bachelors enlisted quarters. This gold certified 77,500 square foot three story barracks has 150 rooms, laundry facilities, recreation lounges and a solar hot water system. Totaling
$30.7 MIL in DoN military construction costs
Regimental Logistics Officer / Company Commander Jan 2006 – Jul 2007 Combat Logistics Regiment 35, Okinawa, Japan
• Led, trained and mentored the professional development of 125 subordinate officers and enlisted Marines
• Achieved an overall grade of 100% in the Commanding General Readiness Inspection covering departments in depot level maintenance management, facilities maintenance, ordnance/armory procedures, supply chain, and embarkation
• Successfully coordinated and supervised the logistical deployment of 400 Marines and Sailors to Operation Iraq Freedom
• Detailed working knowledge with 3rd Marine Logistics Group including in-depth knowledge of the Defense Policy Review Initiative
• Directly supervised all CLR-35 MILCON facility maintenance projects for (9) Marine Corps companies from Camp Schwab to Camp Kinser
Embarkation Officer Jul 2007 – Jan 2006
Combat Assault Battalion, Okinawa, Japan
• Successfully formulated load plans of 60 Shore Tons of equipment and 300 personnel for sea lift movement aboard the High Speed Vessel
• Developed and led detailed logistical movement planning conferences with the Unit Deployment Program team for High Speed Vessel movements to Camp Fuji
• Developed a comprehensive tobacco cessation program, lowering tobacco use by 75% Early Military Experience 2005 and Prior
• Welding Branch Supervisor, Maintenance Company Platoon Sergeant, Physical Fitness Coordinator
(MWSS-374), Welding/Machine Shop Assistant Supervisor, Maintenance Management Chief, Maintenance Company Platoon Sergeant, Physical Fitness Coordinator (9th ESB), M1A1 Tank Commander, USMC M1A1 Tanker of the Year (2nd Tank Bn) EDUCATION
B.A. Social Criminology (2004), North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC Certificate of Completion for The Basic School (2005), Quantico, VA Certificate of Completion for Logistics Officer Course (2005), Camp Lejeune, NC Certificate of Completion for Tactical Logistics Operations Course (2009), Quantico, VA Certificate of Completion for Environmental Compliance Aboveground / Underground Storage Tank Certificate of Completion for Marine Corps Family Readiness Officer Program (2013) Distinguished Graduate for Marine Corps Expeditionary Warfare School (2014), Quantico, VA Level 4 Certification for the Security Cooperation Workforce Training Initiative (2014) Certificate of Completion for Lean, Six Sigma and Balanced Scorecards (2015) Arms, Ammunition and Explosives Training
Defense Security Management System (DSAMS)
DISAM Security Cooperation Management Case Management Course (SCM-CM) DISAM Security Assistance Management Training Officer / Training Management Course (SCM TO/TM) DISAM Security Assistance Management CONUS Course (SAM-C) DISAM Security Cooperation Management Orientation Course (SCM-O) Global Theater Security Cooperation Management Information System (G-TSCMIS) International Programs Security Requirements Course (IPSR) MCB Quantico Above Ground Storage Tank / Underground Storage Tank Training (EM105) Security Cooperation Familiarization Course (SCM-FA) Security Cooperation Planners Course (SCPC)