Logistics and Supply Chain Manager
Resume:
James D. Ballard, USMC, ret.
Beaufort, SC 29907
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SUMMARY: Logistics Professional and Military Veteran with a Secret Security Clearance and 20+ years of proven experience in the United States Marines. Accomplished measurable results while leading teams of 340 in a dynamic, fast - paced environment. Possesses a comprehensive background in Transportation, Logistics and Supply-Chain Management derived from conducting domestic and global operations throughout Europe, Africa, Iraq, and Kuwait. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets, property and equipment valued over $75M while meeting the expectations of senior leadership. Possesses extensive knowledge in Budget, Leadership, Lean Six Sigma, Project Management, Program Management, Training and Development. Career supported by a Master of Science (M.S.) in Logistics and Supply-Chain Management, and Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Management. Currently pursuing certification as a Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) through APICS Savannah.
EDUCATION: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, Fla. 2013
Master of Science - Logistics & Supply Chain Mgmt.; GPA 3.45 Cum Laude
Park University – Parkville, MO 2011
Bachelor of Science – Business Management; GPA 3.0
Member of National Honors Society for Academic Excellence
Campbell University –Buies Creek, NC 2004
Associates in Arts – General Studies, GPA 2.72
EXPERIENCE: 2013 – 2022 Package Handler Driver (UPS)
95 Goethe Hill Rd, Beaufort, SC 29902
Unloader/Loader, Driver
Responsible for loading/unloading and delivering packages within designated geographical routes.
Responsible for lifting, lowering, carrying packages up to 70 lbs, within assigned area usually covering ranges up to 200 miles from anywhere up to 500 packages daily.
Coordinated with USPS daily for 800-1000 amazon and other small packages for delivery.
Customer Representative for safety and care of all packages assigned for delivery to my designated route daily.
2011-- 2012 Distribution Facilities Manager
Marine Corps Community Services (NF-4)
United States Marine Corps
MCRD Parris Island, SC 29905
Supervised and trained 22 personnel in all phases of receiving. tagging, storing, and shipping of $1.4M annually in merchandise allocation with daily flow of over $100,000 of material and retail merchandise within MCX warehouse to other branch activities.
Managed all personnel training and performance records.
Conducted inventory of property equipment valued at $174,000 and accountability of procurement equipment, central forms, and supply management through FSI.
Conducted Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis of operational efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity with end-result of 91.4%.
2009 -- 2011 Distribution Management Specialist
United States Marine Corps
Bldg. 612, Station Supply, MCAS Beaufort, SC, 29902
Supervised 23 personnel in daily administrative operations of household goods, vehicles, and transportation of cargo for deploying and non-deploying units.
Served as Safety Officer, overseeing the adherence of all safety training, requirements, hazardous material preparation, documentation, procedures, shipping, receiving, and policies of 12 different squadrons.
Performed counseling services for all Department of Defense (DOD) personnel for shipment, receipt/storage of personal property and household goods. Reviewed appropriate regulations to determine entitlements of military personnel, their dependents, and civilian employees in connection with domestic/international shipment, delivery, storage, diversion, and reshipment of household goods, unaccompanied baggage, privately owned vehicles (POV), mobile homes, boats, and claim procedures to recover losses for damaged goods.
Provided guidance regarding entitlements and responsibilities in connection with shipments. Reviewed applications, orders, and other documents for completeness, accuracy, and legality. Made cost comparisons to ascertain mode of transportation, considered estimated weights, cost factors, origin, destination, current regulations, and interests of the govt and owner. Determined most efficient and economical rates and routes for shipment/storage of household goods, unaccompanied baggage, personal effects, and/or mobile homes.
Acted as Freight SNCO (Staff Non-Commissioned Officer) supervising daily activities of shipping, receiving, and inventorying all material, parts, and products both inbound and outbound in support of 12 deployable squadrons.
Managed $42,000 annual operational budget, and $200,000 annual operational budget in transportation funding.
2006 -- 2009 Drill Instructor
1ST Recruit Training Bn, A Co
MCRD Parris Island, SC, 29902
Conducted recruit training for newly enlisted personnel following the Recruit Training Regiment Standard Operating Procedure (RTR SOP).
Trained 340 recruits in the fundamentals of service life, and development of discipline, physical fitness, drill, water survival, pride, and love of the Marine Corps and country.
Instructed and assisted in training in basic combat survival skills and tasks.
Conducted lectures on Marine Corps history and tradition, customs of the service, and military courtesy.
Instructed on nomenclature, disassembly, assembly, and functioning of M16A2 and M4 service rifles, small arms, and marksmanship training.
Managed and maintained recruit personnel and training records and reports in Marine Corps Training Information Management System (MCTIMS) data entry system.
Managed, Developed, and Supervised, and 7 Drill Instructors in day-to-day operations of recruit training.
2003 – 2006 Distribution Management Specialist
II MEF G-4, SMO
MCB Camp Lejeune, NC 28542
In the absence of the II MEF DMO, served as the DMO liaison for all Major Subordinate Commands (MSC) within the MEF.
Deployed to Kuwait and Iraq in 2005-2006, where I supervised 42 personnel with an end-result in operational efficiency and effectiveness of 94%.
Received and processed into GOPAX, Commercial Air Movement (CAM) requests for exercises WMOC 1-04, WTI 2-04, RCAX/SASO, and Desert Talon 1-05.
Arranged, Coordinated, and Supervised the offload-onload of (35) Maritime Prepositioned Ships (MPS) carrying 1500 pieces of sustainment cargo weighing $12.3M lbs. totaling 256, 219 sq. ft. in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)/Enduring Freedom (OEF), 2005-2006.
Received and accounted for $67, 517.73 in supplies and MHE support from local vendors.
Directly responsible for monitoring the movement of over 23,000 passengers on over 100 commercial contracted aircraft.
Communicated effectively in diverse environments, while effectively managing a workforce of (130) foreign nationals for (150) convoys loading/unloading, delivering, and maintaining vehicles and cargo for operational forces in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Assisted and managed all assets located within the II MEF Container Pool.
Conducted research using lean-six sigma information to evaluate and reduce costs and unnecessary expenditures to increase efficiency and effectiveness of Marine Corps Operations within the Strategic Mobility Office ISO Operation OIF/OEF improving to 97% readiness standard.
Used lean-six sigma to initiate, develop, recommend, and conduct
contractual agreements for service and repairs of 175 20’ TEU’s being utilized for storage/transportation of equipment scheduled for deployments in support of OIF/OEF from 2003-2006.
1999 -- 2003 Distribution Management Specialist
2ND FSSG, 2nd Transportation Support Bn S&R Platoon
DMO Bldg 110
MCB Camp Lejeune, NC 28540
Performed counseling services for all Department of Defense (DOD) personnel for shipment, receipt/storage of personal property and household goods. Reviewed appropriate regulations to determine entitlements of military personnel, their dependents, and civilian employees in connection with domestic/international shipment, delivery, storage, diversion, and reshipment of household goods, unaccompanied baggage, privately owned vehicles (POV), mobile homes, boats, and claim procedures to recover losses for damaged goods.
Acted as liaison between customers and Transportation Service Providers (TSP) booking shipments. Assisted the booking department by resolving problems in local contractor performance, determining packing material deficiencies, and setting all quality assurance (QA) standards.
Provided guidance regarding entitlements and responsibilities in connection with shipments. Reviewed applications, orders, and other documents for completeness, accuracy, and legality. Made cost comparisons to ascertain mode of transportation, considered estimated weights, cost factors, origin, destination, current regulations, and interests of the govt and owner. Determined most efficient and economical rates and routes for shipment/storage of household goods, unaccompanied baggage, personal effects, and/or mobile homes.
Fully knowledgeable and efficient in employing and using TOPS and DPS systems for inputting and retrieving data on inbound/outbound shipments.
Reviewed allotted budgets for procurement to determine compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
Conducted Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis for services and repairs rendered on equipment prepared for deployment to OIF/OEF with an end-result of 20% savings of $1.2M budget.
SKILLS: 22 Years of Stress Management, Personnel Management, Communication, Capable Problem Solver, Trusted Decision-Maker, Detail-Oriented, Budget Planning, Resource Management, Leadership and Mentoring. 13 Years of Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis and Evaluation experience, Windows Proficiency, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Proficient in MRP, ERP, TOPPS II, MDSS-II, ICODES, TSFMS, AMS (Automated Manifesting Systems), GTN, CMOS, DPS, GATES, WPS, WMS, And RMS. Member of APICS Savannah Chapter.
AWARDS: Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Navy & Marine Corps Combat
& HONORS Action Ribbon, Navy Unit Commendation, Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation, Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Navy Sea Service Deployment Ribbon.
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