Supply Chain Logistics Specialist
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Government
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Scott Cosby
LOGISTICS SPECIALIST AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
Fishersville, Virginia, United States
Summary
Extensive practitioner-level experience in translating the functional elements of logistics support into the hardware and software system design and the support system required to field and maintain complex mission-critical systems. Experienced and knowledgeable in the acquisition logistics and systems acquisition processes. Assists in reviewing and evaluating Government Furnished Equipment/ Property (GFE/P) requirements that are proposed by the prime contractor or by potential bidders in the RFP process. Maintains accountability records and databases for GFE/P employed in developmental and production contracts and assists in disposal of GFE/P. Assists in research, acquisition and tracking of GFE/P during all phases of the program life cycle. Reviews and tracks logistics milestones, drafts briefings, reviews logistics CDRL deliverables for accuracy; researches transportation data on Global Transportation Network. Mentors employees and clients on logistics management, inventory management systems, and information technologies used to manage logistics data. Successful in managing and motivating logistics teams dispersed over multiple contracts and extensive geographic areas, including international sites. Innovative identification of logistics and supply chain process deficiencies and development of remediation/process improvement plans. Specialties: Expert in identifying logistics supply chain improvement opportunities or creating them from a seed concept, developing flexible and innovative IT-based solutions, and implementing cutting-edge strategies to future-proof logistics aspects of overall program operations focused on cost-effectively managing increasing complexity and capitalizing on dynamic change.
Experience
Science Applications International Corporation
Senior Logistics Analyst / Property Administrator
December 2009 - Present (13 years 2 months)
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Bridgewater, VA
Support a team of logisticians with shipping/receiving/inventory/tracking. In addition, support personnel logistics requirements OCONUS to include, coordinating schedules, human resource support activities, scheduling, meetings arrangements, word processing, briefing preparation, travel arrangements, expense reports, supply orders, and other administrative duties as needed. Responsible for personnel security duties to include (but not be limited to): processing new employees for security clearances and conducting indoctrination briefings and processing for Company and Government badges. Receive and process incoming and outgoing visit requests and certifications. Coordinate the leasing of rental vehicles at mission sites. Transport mission personnel to various sites within OCONUS platform. In Garrison, restock all inventories for all deployments. Ensure proper filing and delivery of all fuel receipts from deployment. Conduct life-cycle counts to ensure proper tracking of equipment while supporting 8-12 OCONUS projects at one time. Forklift certified. Well versed in the WASP Inventory Control System.
Collaborate with other departments as necessary to meet customer requirements, to take advantage of sales opportunities or, in the case of shortages, to minimize negative impacts on our business. Develop an understanding of customers' needs, and take actions to ensure that such needs are met. Explain proposed solutions to customers, management, or other interested parties through written proposals and oral presentations. Maintain and develop positive business relationships with our customer's key personnel involved in or directly relevant to all logistics activity. Manage subcontractor activities, reviewing proposals, developing performance specifications, and serving as a liaison between subcontractors and organizations.
Virginia Army National Guard
Infantryman; Platoon Sergeant
January 2004 - Present (19 years 1 month)
Winchester, VA
Returned from 12 month deployment to Iraq June 2008. IRR status since January 2010. Integral member and leader of a team that employs advanced weapons and tactics in support of diverse offensive and defensive combat missions. Part of an 8-man Scout/Sniper Platoon. Ranger school Page 2 of 4
(12/2005-04/2006). Re-enlisted to the rank of Sergeant (E-5) 01/2004. Promoted to Staff Sergeant (E-6) January 2009. Promoted to Sergeant First Class (E-7) July 2011. ETS 12/2013.
American Security Group
Project Manager
August 2009 - November 2009 (4 months)
Captain of Security Force. Create and execute project work plans and revise them as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements. Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities. Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope. Review deliverables prepared by team before passing to client. Effectively apply our methodology and enforce project standards. Prepare for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures. Minimize employee’s exposure and risk on projects. Track and report team hours and expenses on a weekly basis. Manage project budget. Guard and protect 1.2 million sq. ft. production warehouse with over 250 employees working throughout a 24 hour period while managing 35-50 of my own people on my staff at any given time. DCJS certified, authorized to carry firearm and provide personal armed security.
RR Donnelley
Shipping Clerk / Hoist Operator
December 2006 - May 2007 (6 months)
Harrisonburg, VA
Documented distribution flow, prepared mailing labels and tracked shipments using proprietary database; ensured timeliness and accuracy. Recorded, monitored and reported inventory levels to warehouse supervisor. Pulled and packaged large volume of shipments daily and recorded weight; compiled and organized documentation for management.
• Contributed to development of new processes that reduced shipping time by two days and resulted in improved customer satisfaction.
• Handled shipping of high-volume items with zero instances of damaged goods.
Rocco Building Supplies, LLC
Warehouse Associate / Team Leader
January 2004 - November 2006 (2 years 11 months)
Harrisonburg, VA
Prepare and process a wide variety of shipments; pull and package merchandise. Operate forklift, pallet mover, swing-reach truck and picker Page 3 of 4
to transport, stage and store freight. Load and unload trucks, perform cycle counts and utilize computer to track shipments and inventory. Coordinate warehouse operations to support internal and external customers; informally train new team members. Ensure compliance with environmental health, safety and corporate regulations.
• Sustained zero safety hazards by proactively maintaining clean and organized warehouse environment.
• Achieved exceptional levels of customer satisfaction through timely, accurate processing and shipping of orders.
• Commended for team-oriented attitude, contributing to improved efficiency and nearly 100% accuracy in order tracking and processing. United States Marine Corps
Corporal of Marines
December 2001 - December 2003 (2 years 1 month)
Active duty Infantryman/Sniper specializing in Reconnaissance. Squad Leader in charge of Marines as a sniper in a Recon unit.
Education
Liberty University
Masters, Business Administration · (2009 - 2012)
James Madison University - College of Business
Bachelor of Science, Business Management · (2007 - 2009) Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Bachelors, Architectural Engineering · (1997 - 2001) Oakton
Oakton
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