Gary L. Heard
832-***-**** **************@*****.***
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
An accomplished professional with 15 years of experience in logistics with extensive knowledge including but not limited to inventory management, warehouse distribution, strategic planning, process improvements, and business operations. Proven leader with a track record of improving profitability and operational efficiency with the ability to meet deadlines in high-pressure situations. Active Secret Security Clearance
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Supply Chain Optimization
Cost Reduction Strategies
Inventory Management
Safety Controls/Audits
Continuous Improvement
Logistics Planning
Supplier Selection
Purchase Ordering
Resource Allocation
SAP & Oracle Software
Global Transportation Logistics
Training & Development
Budgeting & Forecasting
Materials Management
Microsoft Office Suite
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
GE Oil & Gas, Inc. – Houston, Texas 05/2015 to July 2018
International Logistics Technician II
Developed operational procedures including shipment processing, documentation, and tracking shipment status maintaining a high standard of visibility.
Ensured goods are shipped in a timely and efficient manner according to documented processes, transportation routes, and contractual agreements.
Created and cultivated innovative ways of streamlining processes within customer requirements and company guidelines.
Prepared purchase orders and sent copies to the suppliers and departments originating each request.
Expeditor’s International – Houston, Texas 11/2014 to 05/2015
Brokerage Agent-Import
Input required data and information in order to process shipments through US Customs. Knowledgeable of government agencies policies.
Requested, filed, and maintained submissions according to company policies and procedures.
Researched and negotiated rates with transportation companies to secure the lowest fee with the greatest service.
PAE Government Services, Inc. – Kabul, Afghanistan 06/2013 to 09/2014
Program Manager, Logistics Supervisor
Managed the labor workforce while utilizing resources to accomplish and improve operational requirements.
Reviewed business systems, administration, resources, procedures, and methods to improve operations and reduced costs by 15%.
Supervised logistical and procurement functions as well as coordinated activities ensuring the lowest cost possible for US government contracts.
Developed strategies as well as analyzed financial reports, budgets, and company-wide inventories in order to reduce operating cost by 12%.
Established procedures to compile and analyze statistical data to determine feasibility of purchasing products according to budget requirements.
Recognized for the highest efficiency in flow of goods and services between points of origin through customer placement meeting client requirements.
AAR Airlift Group – Kandahar, Afghanistan 01/2011 to 05/2013
Aviation Logistics Supervisor
Supervised employees, oversaw daily activities, and provided personnel performance evaluations.
Monitored shipments and provided solutions to lower costs with carriers while maintaining good vendor relationships by communicating business vision and expectations.
Maintained and filed records with purchase orders, repair receipts, and parts traceability forms.
Completed monthly inventory and issued aviation life support equipment, calibrated tools, and hazardous materials with a value over $10 M.
Identified necessary environmental and physical protection of inventory assets to limit damage of aircraft parts.
DynCorp International – Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan 01/2008 to 12/2010
Logistics Coordinator
Supervised up to 50 employees to ensure daily operations and projects were completed according to company policies and procedures.
Assisted with ground transportation processes such as freight forwarding and cargo documentation as well as coordinated, monitored, and supervised the movement of personnel and cargo via land and air.
Operated automated data terminal equipment to prepare transportation movement and documented required correspondence.
Proficiently used military systems such as E-SS and SAMS-e
United States Navy – Norfolk, Virginia 08/2002 to 09/2007
Logistics Specialist
Supervised personnel, set work schedules, and provided staff training on logistical procedures with an average passing rate of 95% on supply management assessment.
Assisted with managing the stock control of supplies and parts identifying and reconciling inventory deficiencies and proposed solutions to prevent future discrepancies.
Utilized procurement software systems in order to select and order products, created purchase orders to be fulfilled by vendors, and created financial related transaction as goods were received.
EDUCATION & LICENSE
Lone Star College – Houston, Texas Currently Enrolled
Associate in Applied Science in Supply Chain Management – 45 hours completed
Department of Homeland Security – Houston, Texas Valid until 08/2019
Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) Card
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles – Houston, Texas Valid until 10/2020
Class A CDL with HazMat and Tanker endorsements
AFFILIATION
Wounded Warrior Project Alumni