James S. Thomas

**** ***** ***

Hephzibah, GA ***15

Email: adxbs4@r.postjobfree.com

Phone: 706-***-****

Objective:

Seeking to obtain a challenging position as a Traffic Management Specialist, Supervisory Traffic Management Specialist, Lead Traffic Management Specialist, Logistics Management Specialist, Supervisory Management Analyst, Supervisory Distribution Facilities Specialist or Lead Management, Supervisory Facility Operations Specialist, Distribution Facilities Manager and Supervisory Program Analyst with any professional organization in business, logistics, transportation, training, management, warehouse operations and supply fields were experience, knowledge, leadership, training skills, management skills and attention to detail will enhance operational effectiveness with an opportunity to progress in a fast paced environment and thrive on exceeding organizational goals.

Summary of Qualifications:

Over 30 years of successful experience in logistical support operations, warehouse operations, transportation, facilities, management and leadership. Coordinated the merging of Defense Distribution Depot Europe and the Theater Distribution Center freight shipments for a transportation cost saving of $278K. Spearheaded a subsistence movement in excess of $900K to support the war fighter. Oversaw contracts stateside and overseas that exceeded 40 million dollars in transportation assets and logistical support. Established processes that reduced high priority shipments from two day processing to less than one day processing. Experienced in managing and supervising personnel; teaching, coaching, training, counseling and mentoring personnel; coordinating and tracking the movement of personnel and cargo by sea, land, rail and air. Currently serving as a Contracting Officer Representative and Technical Point of Contact and performing duties as a Distribution Facilities Manager. Also supervised warehouse operations that inventoried and processed various classes of commodities. Clearance Level: Secret with the ability to get a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) with full polygraph Typing: 65 wpm with no more than five errors.

Professional Experience:

June 2015-Present- (Supervisory Supply Management Specialist, GS-2003-13) Warner Robins, Georgia

- Serve as the Chief of the Support Services Group for DLA Distribution Warner Robins a Distribution Center that is authorized 432 employees; having delegated program responsibility for the entity that is recognized as a support organization for the command. Directly responsible for the health and welfare of over 25 personnel. Responsible for administering inventory management, systems support, special projects and the full range of related resource management programs for the command; responsible for managing approximately 30 million dollars of operational cost funding. Responsible for the planning, organization and directing the overall support for logistics to our customers on Robins Air Force Base. Responsible for approving Country Clearances in the Distribution Standard System (DSS) and responsible for closing Inventory Accuracy Vouchers (IAVs) in the Distribution Standard System (DSS). Also the Air Force Individual Mobility Augmentees (IMA) Supervisor for the IMAs that provide mission support to DLA Distribution Warner Robins; the liaison for the Navy- Expeditionary Distribution Supporting Unit (EDSU) out of Atlanta, GA that provide mission support to DLA Distribution Warner Robins; the liaison for the Army Reserves that provide mission support to DLA Distribution Warner Robins. Develops programs and policies which complement and support varied operating programs. Oversees studies to develop, analyze, evaluate and advise on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of work methods, organizations, manpower utilization, work distribution, management controls, job order allocations; and information system and related management functions. Coordinates all aspects of organization resource management programs for the command's distribution mission. Oversees and provides administrative supervision over inventory management, systems support and special projects. Provides oversight for the testing, administration and implementation of supply systems, i.e., associated with the distribution functions, i.e., Distribution Standard Systems (DSS), Management and Control System (M&CS), Production Control System (PCS), programs, operations, and automated data processing methods and techniques. Also is responsible for the oversight and administration of reimbursable programs. As the Chief of the Support Services Group, performs as the primary technical authority for a wide variety of distribution management functions. The programs involve providing for support in the areas of inventory management, systems support, and special projects.

- Serve as the coordinator for DDWG's utilities, telephone services, custodial, refuse, pest management, environmental, police and fire, medical, mail, radio frequencies and fuel requirements. Coordinates with DLA Installation Support and government and commercial organizations involved in the DLA Distribution base support structure. Plans and coordinates maintenance, repair, modification of installation facilities and mechanized material handling equipment. Responsible for the management and execution of the command's Facility Repair and Maintenance Program. Responsible for establishing program goals, objectives and action items at the command level to ensure that minor repair and regular preventive maintenance are accomplished on a timely and cost effective basis. Manages the utilization, maintenance, modification, replacement, and disposal of the equipment. As an authorized buyer places orders against specific Blanket Purchase Agreement's within the local trade areas, responsible for the oversight of supply transactions, shortage items and other items requiring special handling. Develops annual and multi-year facilities engineering plans, programs, and policies. Develops the Long Range Maintenance Plan which identifies existing and projected facility deficiencies, and is responsible for prioritizing and projecting out to five years. Establishes priorities and provides alternatives for corrective action.

- Responsible for rescheduling or reassignment of work, or both. Responsible for directing the work of a large distribution organization and is held accountable for the success of specific line and staff programs, projects, functions or activities. Monitors the progress of the organization toward goals and periodically evaluate and make appropriate adjustments. Determines goals and develops plans for a distribution organization independently of or jointly with higher management. Contributes significantly to the determination of resource needs and allocation of resources and is held accountable for their effective use. Makes or recommends organization changes which have considerable impact, such as those involving organization structure operating cost, and key positions. Advises the DLA Distribution Warner Robins Managers on the full range of administrative policies, procedures, methods, programs, actions, changes in reporting requirements, data gathering, and manpower and resource allocation information. Manages and oversees DLA Distribution continuity in agency-wide administrative policies to include development, implementation and maintenance of Standard Operational Procedures for the following functions: correspondence processing; suspense tracking; general administrative supply management; protocol support for the DLA Distribution Warner Robins Director and Deputy Director; and Terminal Area Security Officer responsibilities for DLA Distribution Warner Robins and other staff offices as directed. Serves as the Program Manager and oversees the billing official for Government Purchase Cards.

- Provide Protocol support for non-secure meetings hosted by the Director or Deputy Director. Anticipates emerging workforce issues and recommends resolutions. Serves as DLA Distribution Warner Robins liaison to the DLA Distribution Manpower and Workforce Analysis Office in order to coordinate personnel services, position classifications, staffing, recruitment, employee/labor relations, employee development, and EEO matters. Promotes management’s goal of ensuring DLA Distribution Warner Robins operates as a team with a common vision and purpose with respect to administrative functions. Designs and conducts complicated management surveys, reviews, and research projects associated with organizational administrative functions. Advises management on issues of such intensity and breadth that they often require input and assistance. The purpose of the work is to measure and evaluate administrative support accomplishments, effectiveness, and/or compliance with DoD/DLA and DLA Distribution directives and regulations. Leads, directs or participates on matrix teams when necessary, assigns segments of the project to team members and coordinates the efforts of the group. Leads analysis and evaluation of DLA Distribution Warner Robins administrative functions and activities being considered for conversion to contract operations, considering a wide range of issues such as changes in information technology and comparable conditions of a highly variable nature.

- Provide independent advice on the impact of proposed budgets or long-term programs on objectives set by DLA and/or the DLA Distribution Warner Robins Director/Deputy. Develops detailed plans (many without precedent and long-range) and directs or conducts comprehensive management studies dealing with work measurement, methods and procedures, time standards, and/or benchmarking to identify problems and propose solutions to improve administrative production efficiency. Some of the boundaries of the studies are extremely broad and difficult to determine in advance; considers a broad spectrum of factors when making decisions including such matters as public relations, labor- management relations, and the effect on other organizations. Coordinates program efforts with other internal activities or with the activities of other agencies. Sets policy for the organization in such areas as determining program emphases and operating guidelines, understands and communicates agency policies and priorities through the organizations managed. Deals with general personnel management policy matters affecting the entire organization with considerable responsibilities in such areas as labor relations, position management, equal opportunity programs, planning, scheduling and work coordination. Responsible for the health and welfare of approximately 25 personnel. Oversees the Facility and Equipment maintenance and repair programs within DLA Distribution Warner Robins (DDWG).

- Develop a Maintenance Action Plan (MAP) based on projections of future serviceability, economic life and the facility's mission. Analyzes the MAP to produce realistic schedules to correct the deficiencies based on projected funding for the Backlog of Maintenance and Repair (BMAR) reduction. Evaluates the interrelationships between program goals and Sustainment Reutilization Maintenance (SRM), resources and policies. Compiles and analyzes data and develops detailed estimates and justifications necessary in order to obtain approval for funding of programs and projects. Analyzes requests for facilities projects using current information, initiatives and the Long Range Maintenance Action Plan. Participates in the yearly Technical Assistance and Operational review. Responsible for planning, executing and directing facilities projects for DLA Distribution Warner Robins. Conducts studies relating to construction and repair needs. Studies include complex issues such as: environmental assessments, workload planning, safety considerations, and current and long range plan of mission requirements. Prepares cost and benefit analysis; analyzes contract specifications; reviews design and building layouts; and analyzes personnel needs in relation to engineering design.

26 March 2020- 11 May 2020- (Acting Director, GS-2030-15, Distribution Facilities Manager, DLA Distribution Warner Robins) Warner Robins, Georgia

Served as Acting Director for DLA Distribution Warner Robins. As the Director, I was responsible for the overall management of the center, its programs and operations. I exercised final authority for the full range of personnel actions and organization design proposals recommended by subordinate supervisors. As the Acting Director, management of center operations required constant coordination and integration of the work of subordinate managers and supervisors involved in receipt, inspection, storage, care of stored supplies, packaging, packing, quality inventory, and shipment and transportation functions. I was also responsible for the success of center line and staff programs including the accuracy of stock inventory and supply systems, and monitoring the progress of the organization toward meeting DLA goals, periodically evaluating progress and making adjustments. I was also the final authority as it pertained to the allocation and needs of the resources required to operate the distribution center.as the Acting Director, I considered the impact of decisions that I made on public, congressional and labor management relations. I was also involved with administering authority to select, dismiss, reassign, promote, and discipline employees, and develop and implement performance standards and position descriptions. I was also involved with appraising the performance of and approved performance based awards and bonuses for subordinates, and approved developmental and training needs for all of the employees assigned to the distribution center. I constantly worked with the EEO Representative; the Employee Relations/Labor Relations representatives and the AFGE Vice-President and President to help resolve any EEO complaints or employee and labor relation grievances. I was responsible and accountable for ensuring the distribution center had internal processes and administrative controls to meet the goals of the organization. I also had to ensure that there were controls in place that ensured that obligations and costs were in compliance with applicable laws, and that funds, property, and other assets were being safeguarded against waste, loss, and unauthorized use or misappropriation. I was also responsible for the Safety of the organization and entrusted to ensure that the workplace was free of any noticeable hazards that could cause death or serious physical harm to the employees.

1 November 2019- 25 March 2020- (Acting Deputy Director, GS-2030-14, Distribution Facilities Manager, DLA Distribution Warner Robins) Warner Robins, Georgia

Served as Acting Deputy Director for DLA Distribution Warner Robins. As the Deputy, I worked with the Director in managing the coordination and integration of numerous functions (storage, contract surveillance, transportation, inventory management, quality assurance, facilities, property and equipment/vehicle management, distribution, as well as safety, security, and disposal) into an overall efficient and effective support effort. I provided direct support to customers-to include the ALC and the global warfighters, who relied on the distribution center to maintain an acceptable state of readiness so that their designated missions can be carried out even during contingency and/or surge operations. I also shared in the overall management responsibility for subordinate organizations/divisions. Made decisions on technical and personnel problems presented by subordinate supervisors; reviewed evaluations of nonsupervisory employees rated by subordinate supervisors to assure reasonable equity of individual employee performance objectives, standards and ratings. Maintained liaison with appropriate service and supply agencies and centers to obtain program guidance and to clarify program directives; assured that obligations and costs are in compliance with applicable laws, and that funds, property and other assets were safeguarded against waste, loss and unauthorized use or misappropriation. I also ensured continuing applications of DLA policies concerning equal opportunity and personnel management within the organization and keeps abreast of developments, policy issuances and other similar materials. Served as the primary on-site technical authority on distribution management and assists in directing the activities of a workforce comprised of 440 employees through an organization typically having more than three levels of supervision. I provided management oversight of receipt, storage, and issuance functions, and special reimbursable missions. Provided advice to the Director and subordinate managers on assigned programs and any matters affecting DDWG. Determined resources needed and who would be accountable for their effective use. I was responsible for managing/monitoring of the operating budget, inclusive of costs for personnel, training, equipment, supply, awards, minor real property maintenance and repair and Inter Service Support Agreements. I also ensured that quality control and quality surveillances were performed and tracked per Higher Headquarters guidance.

June 2015-Present- (Supervisory Supply Management Specialist, GS-2003-13) Warner Robins, Georgia

- Serve as the Chief of the Support Services Group for DLA Distribution Warner Robins a Distribution Center that is authorized 440 employees; having delegated program responsibility for the entity that is recognized as a support organization for the command. Directly responsible for the health and welfare of over 50 personnel. Responsible for administering inventory management, systems support, special projects and the full range of related resource management programs for the command; responsible for managing approximately 30 million dollars of operational cost funding. Currently performing duties as a Distribution Facilities Manager in DLA Distribution Warner Robins; responsible for the planning, organization and directing the overall support for logistics to our customers on Robins Air Force Base. Responsible for approving Country Clearances in the Distribution Standard System (DSS) and responsible for closing Inventory Accuracy Vouchers (IAVs) in the Distribution Standard System (DSS). Also the Air Force Individual Mobility Augmentees (IMA) Supervisor for the IMAs that provide mission support to DLA Distribution Warner Robins; the liaison for the Navy- Expeditionary Distribution Supporting Unit (EDSU) out of Atlanta, GA that provide mission support to DLA Distribution Warner Robins; the liaison for the Army Reserves that provide mission support to DLA Distribution Warner Robins. Develops programs and policies which complement and support varied operating programs. Oversees studies to develop, analyze, evaluate and advise on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of work methods, organizations, manpower utilization, work distribution, management controls, job order allocations; and information system and related management functions. Coordinates all aspects of organization resource management programs for the command's distribution mission. Oversees and provides administrative supervision over inventory management, systems support and special projects. Provides oversight for the testing, administration and implementation of supply systems, i.e., associated with the distribution functions, i.e., Distribution Standard Systems (DSS), Management and Control System (M&CS), Production Control System (PCS), programs, operations, and automated data processing methods and techniques. Also is responsible for the oversight and administration of reimbursable programs. As the Chief of the Support Services Group, performs as the primary technical authority for a wide variety of distribution management functions. The programs involve providing for support in the areas of inventory management, systems support, and special projects.

- Responsible for rescheduling or reassignment of work, or both. Responsible for directing the work of a large distribution organization and is held accountable for the success of specific line and staff programs, projects, functions or activities. Monitors the progress of the organization toward goals and periodically evaluate and make appropriate adjustments. Determines goals and develops plans for a distribution organization independently of or jointly with higher management. Contributes significantly to the determination of resource needs and allocation of resources and is held accountable for their effective use. Makes or recommends organization changes which have considerable impact, such as those involving organization structure operating cost, and key positions. Advises the DLA Distribution Warner Robins Managers on the full range of administrative policies, procedures, methods, programs, actions, changes in reporting requirements, data gathering, and manpower and resource allocation information. Manages and oversees DLA Distribution continuity in agency-wide administrative policies to include development, implementation and maintenance of Standard Operational Procedures for the following functions: correspondence processing; suspense tracking; general administrative supply management; protocol support for the DLA Distribution Warner Robins Director and Deputy Director; and Terminal Area Security Officer responsibilities for DLA Distribution Warner Robins and other staff offices as directed. Serves as the Program Manager and oversees the billing official for Government Purchase Cards.

- Provide Protocol support for non-secure meetings hosted by the Director or Deputy Director. Anticipates emerging workforce issues and recommends resolutions. Serves as DLA Distribution Warner Robins liaison to the DLA Distribution Manpower and Workforce Analysis Office in order to coordinate personnel services, position classifications, staffing, recruitment, employee/labor relations, employee development, and EEO matters. Promotes management’s goal of ensuring DLA Distribution Warner Robins operates as a team with a common vision and purpose with respect to administrative functions. Designs and conducts complicated management surveys, reviews, and research projects associated with organizational administrative functions. Advises management on issues of such intensity and breadth that they often require input and assistance. The purpose of the work is to measure and evaluate administrative support accomplishments, effectiveness, and/or compliance with DoD/DLA and DLA Distribution directives and regulations. Leads, directs or participates on matrix teams when necessary, assigns segments of the project to team members and coordinates the efforts of the group. Leads analysis and evaluation of DLA Distribution Warner Robins administrative functions and activities being considered for conversion to contract operations, considering a wide range of issues such as changes in information technology and comparable conditions of a highly variable nature.

- Provide independent advice on the impact of proposed budgets or long-term programs on objectives set by DLA and/or the DLA Distribution Warner Robins Director/Deputy. Develops detailed plans (many without precedent and long-range) and directs or conducts comprehensive management studies dealing with work measurement, methods and procedures, time standards, and/or benchmarking to identify problems and propose solutions to improve administrative production efficiency. Some of the boundaries of the studies are extremely broad and difficult to determine in advance; considers a broad spectrum of factors when making decisions including such matters as public relations, labor- management relations, and the effect on other organizations. Coordinates program efforts with other internal activities or with the activities of other agencies. Sets policy for the organization in such areas as determining program emphases and operating guidelines, understands and communicates agency policies and priorities through the organizations managed. Deals with general personnel management policy matters affecting the entire organization with considerable responsibilities in such areas as labor relations, position management, equal opportunity programs, planning, scheduling and work coordination. Responsible for the health and welfare of approximately 59 personnel. Oversees the Facility and Equipment maintenance and repair programs within DLA Distribution Warner Robins (DDWG).

- Serve as the coordinator for DDWG's utilities, telephone services, custodial, refuse, pest management, environmental, police and fire, medical, mail, radio frequencies and fuel requirements. Coordinates with DLA Installation Support and government and commercial organizations involved in the DLA Distribution base support structure. Plans and coordinates maintenance, repair, modification of installation facilities and mechanized material handling equipment. Responsible for the management and execution of the command's Facility Repair and Maintenance Program. Responsible for establishing program goals, objectives and action items at the command level to ensure that minor repair and regular preventive maintenance are accomplished on a timely and cost effective basis. Manages the utilization, maintenance, modification, replacement, and disposal of the equipment. As an authorized buyer places orders against specific Blanket Purchase Agreement's within the local trade areas, responsible for the oversight of supply transactions, shortage items and other items requiring special handling. Develops annual and multi-year facilities engineering plans, programs, and policies. Develops the Long Range Maintenance Plan which identifies existing and projected facility deficiencies, and is responsible for prioritizing and projecting out to five years. Establishes priorities and provides alternatives for corrective action.

- Develop a Maintenance Action Plan (MAP) based on projections of future serviceability, economic life and the facility's mission. Analyzes the MAP to produce realistic schedules to correct the deficiencies based on projected funding for the Backlog of Maintenance and Repair (BMAR) reduction. Evaluates the interrelationships between program goals and Sustainment Reutilization Maintenance (SRM), resources and policies. Compiles and analyzes data and develops detailed estimates and justifications necessary in order to obtain approval for funding of programs and projects. Analyzes requests for facilities projects using current information, initiatives and the Long Range Maintenance Action Plan. Participates in the yearly Technical Assistance and Operational review. Responsible for planning, executing and directing facilities projects for DLA Distribution Warner Robins. Conducts studies relating to construction and repair needs. Studies include complex issues such as: environmental assessments, workload planning, safety considerations, and current and long range plan of mission requirements. Prepares cost and benefit analysis; analyzes contract specifications; reviews design and building layouts; and analyzes personnel needs in relation to engineering design.

March 2015-June 2015- Temporary Promotion-(Supervisory Supply Management Specialist, GS-2003-14) Warner Robins, Georgia

- Served as the Chief of the Support Services Group DLA Distribution Warner Robins; having delegated program responsibility for the entity that is recognized as a support organization for the command. Directly responsible for the health and welfare of over 60 personnel. Responsible for administering inventory management, systems support, special projects and the full range of related resource management programs for the command. Developed programs and policies which complement and support varied operating programs. Oversaw studies to develop, analyze, evaluate and advise on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of work methods, organizations, manpower utilization, work distribution, management controls, job order allocations; and information system and related management functions. Coordinated all aspects of organization resource management programs for the command's distribution mission. Oversaw and provided administrative supervision over inventory management, systems support and special projects. Provided oversight for the testing, administration and implementation of supply systems, i.e., associated with the distribution functions, i.e., Distribution Standard Systems (DSS), Management and Control System (M&CS), Production Control System (PCS), programs, operations, and automated data processing methods and techniques. Also responsible for the oversight and administration of reimbursable programs. As the Chief of the Support Services Group, performed as the primary technical authority for a wide variety of distribution management functions. The programs involved providing for support in the areas of inventory management, systems support, and special projects. Responsible for rescheduling or reassignment of work, or both. Responsible for directing the work of a large distribution organization and held accountable for the success of specific line and staff programs, projects, functions or activities. Monitored the progress of the organization toward goals and periodically evaluate and make appropriate adjustments. Determined goals and develops plans for a distribution organization independently of or jointly with higher management. Contributed significantly to the determination of resource needs and allocation of resources and is held accountable for their effective use. Made or recommended organization changes which had considerable impact, such as those involving organization structure

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