Gary L. Heard

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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

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