Director of Operator

TRENTHONY SIMMS

+l 912-***-**** *************@*****.*** Suffolk, VA 23434

WORK EXPERIENCE

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS, U.S. Army

January 2017 - November 2022

• Advised senior leadership on operational readiness, supply chain logistics, and equipment management.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance procurement processes and improve operational efficiency using SAP.

• Planned and monitored daily business operations to ensure smooth and effective progress.

• Served as the Global Combat Support System (GCSS)-Army Access Administrator for maintenance operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency.

• Worked closely with senior leadership to make informed decisions regarding operational activities and set strategic goals.

• Directed the implementation of technology solutions across the organization to drive innovation and efficiency.

• Oversaw day-to-day production activities, aligning them with overall business objectives to meet operational targets. SENIOR OPERATIONS MANAGER, U.S. Army

January 2012 - January 2017

• Cost Optimization: Planned, organized, and optimized operational costs to significantly enhance productivity and efficiency across all fulfillment operations, resulting in substantial cost savings.

• Audit Coordination: Leveraged logistics knowledge to coordinate personnel and validate processes for successful internal and external audits.

• Process Leadership: Directed product flow, proactively identified delays and challenges, and provided management with timely resolutions to maintain operational efficiency.

• Budget Management: Reviewed financial information, adjusted operational budgets, and implemented cost-saving measures to drive profitability.

• Safety & Compliance: Ensured full compliance with OSHA and EPA policies, instructing teams on safety and hazardous materials protocols in alignment with Army mandates and federal standards.

• Logistics Expertise: Utilized extensive logistics and automotive maintenance knowledge gained from military service to support operational objectives and improve asset management. LOGISTICS MANAGER, Foreign Depot Support Operations (FDSO) January 2009 - January 2012

• Served as the principal assistant to the commander at both battalion and Forward Support Company levels, advising on all logistics and supply mission matters.

• Commanded brigade and below systems, enabling leaders to track real-time placement of assets and improve decision- making.

• Strategically planned and managed logistics operations, including warehouse management, transportation, and customer services to optimize efficiency.

• Monitored quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery schedules, transportation costs, and overall logistics performance.

• Liaised and negotiated with suppliers, manufacturers, retailers, and consumers to ensure seamless supply chain operations.

• Coordinated and planned shipments based on product availability and customer requests, ensuring timely delivery.

• Provided customers with up-to-date information on the status of their orders to maintain satisfaction and transparency Let's connect to discuss how my logistics expertise can help drive operational efficiency and success for your team! SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYST, U.S. Army, Field Artillery

January 2005 - January 2009

• Forecasted demand for products: Analyzed historical data and future requirements to accurately predict the unit's needs, ensuring optimal inventory levels to support ongoing operations and prevent overstocking.

• Managed inventory levels: Developed and implemented inventory management strategies that maintained the delicate balance between availability and cost-efficiency, ensuring the unit had access to necessary supplies at all times.

• Coordinated logistics: Orchestrated the timely and cost-effective delivery of supplies, working closely with transportation teams to ensure goods were delivered on schedule, even under challenging conditions.

• Optimized supply chain processes: Continuously evaluated supply chain operations, identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions that improved delivery times, reduced costs, and enhanced overall performance. EDUCATION

Federal Acquisition Institute

MBA, Business Strategy

International MBA Institute

International MBA

Certified Kanban Expert I International Scrum Institute Accredited Project Manager I International Organization Project Management - 2022Scrum Master

Scrum Institute

Operational Contract Support I Army Logistics University - Bachelor of Science I Management

University of Phoenix

2015Contract Negotiation Techniques

Defense Acquisitions University

Federal Procurement Data System I Federal Acquisition Institute Certified Six Sigma Green Belt

International Six Sigma Institute

ISO 9000

Acquisitions University

SKILLS

Analysis, Auto Delivery, Budget Management, Business Growth, Capital Expenditure, Collaboration, Compliance, Continual Improvement Process, Contracting, Customer Service, Information Management, Instruction, Inventory Control, ISO 9000, Market Trends, Marketing Strategy, MBA, Mentoring, Military Experience, OSHA Standards, Pareto Analysis, Process Improvement, Procurement, Project Management, Purchase Orders, Purchase Requisitions, Risk Management, SAP, Scheduling, Security Clearance, Service Orientation, Six Sigma, Staff Management, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain Experience, Supply Chain Management, Team Building, Vendor Management CERTIFICATION AND LICENSES

GCSS-Army Training and Certification system ( GTRAC ISO 9000:2000

Certified Kanban Expert 2022

Certified Six Sigma Black Belt 2022

Certified Six Sigma Green Belt 2022

Contract Negotiation Techniques 2020

A76 Post-Competition Accountability 2020

Operational Contract Support 2016

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