Qualifications
With over ** years of experience in supply chain management, including 8 years in IT support and 10 years in leadership roles, I've honed my skills to become a valuable asset in today's job market. My journey in the technology-driven oil and gas field has equipped me with the expertise needed to excel. Plus, I've been building computers and servers for friends, family, and myself for over 30 years – talk about dedication!
●Associates of Applied Science in Computer Networking Specialization
●Over 20 years of experience in manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, and inventory control
●Warehouse and manufacturing supervision and management
●Advanced knowledge of ERP and WMS systems (SAP, JDE, and various Oracle suites)
●Microsoft Office wizard with over 20 years of professional experience
●10 years of experience in, operations support, sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor management, procurement, and supply chain
●Lean manufacturing enthusiast (5s, Kaizen, etc.)
●IT Project Management, Network troubleshooting (remote and local), IT Infrastructure Management) 8 years
●VoIP, Corporate Cybersecurity, T III+ PC and Peripheral support, 10 years experience.
●State drafting competition winner (Brazos Valley Drafting Competition) in 2001
●Proud Eagle Scout
Core Competencies
• Pro MS-Office, PCs, and PowerBI
• Leadership and team management
• Process Improvement
• CAD, ERP, & WMS power user
• Sourcing, negotiation, and purchasing
• Root Cause Analysis
• Cybersecurity and malware mitigation
• Troubleshooting and problem solving
• Lean manufacturing
Professional Experience
Logistics and Infrastructure Specialist Jan 2023 – Present LTIMindtree, Houston, TX
In this role, I manage the movement of computer components in a fast-paced data hall test lab environment. I keep track of all vendor and customer-supplied inventory, ensuring full traceability. I also provide forecasting and use analysis for components before, during, and after testing
●Coordinated with the Cloud Hardware Infrastructure Environment team and vendors
●Scheduled and coordinated tests
●Maintained accurate inventory of testing commodities and infrastructure equipment
●Maintain client relations
●Kept clients informed of any issues under my control
●Oversaw the lab's expansion threefold
●Installed a custom-tailored inventory system to suit client needs
• Maintain relationships with various vendors and coordinate onsite testing and additional component requirements.
Logistics and Inventory Manager, Buyer, Production Supervisor Jul 2020 – Aug 2022 Avangard Innovative, Waller, TX I supervised production teams, managed employee KPIs, training, and development, and assisted with maintenance repairs. I also oversaw logistics, order fulfillment, and inventory management, ensuring customer orders were filled on schedule.
●Managed packaging team on all three shifts
●Procured various supplies and services
●Maintained accurate inventory of finished goods and raw materials
• Maintain accurate inventory of both finished goods and raw material.
• Negotiate rates with carriers and suppliers that resulted in a 50% reduction in shipping cost per lbs, during a pandemic and severe supply chain restrictions
• Work with accounting to ensure prompt vendor payment resulting in a 5% decrease in supply costs
Logistics and Safety Manager & IT Generalist Jun 2018 – May 2020 Houston Precision Fasteners, Houston, TX Promoted to management after three months as Shipping Coordinator, I oversaw military and governmental shipping requirements, employee health and safety, and provided deskside PC support.
●Stayed abreast of military, government, and aerospace shipping specifications
●Co-chaired the 5s program, implementing roll-out and auditing
●Maintained employee safety and OSHA compliance
●Led the charge to complete an emergency job for Space-X’s CRS-18, completing mission-critical components 88% faster than industry standard
Earned Boeing Gold Level Supplier 2019
Material Handler II May 2017 – Jun 2018 SPX Flow. Houston, TX I provided final preparations for oilfield valves, implemented 5s in the department, and reduced consumables by 27%.
●Managed heavyweight load securing and maneuvering
●Built custom crates and pallets
Controlled inventory and supply chain
IT Coordinator Jan 2015 – Aug 2016 Burrow Global, LLC. Houston, TX I was tasked with providing daily IT support for two offices, totaling around 200 people. Additionally, I was placed in charge
of the corporate antivirus. I took over upgrading our antivirus program, leading to increased network security, and increased efficiency. I also began a venture with the acting CAD director to standardize and simplify our CAD deployments. I spearheaded the corporate initiative to upgrade the security software on over 500 computers and devices with zero cost overruns and 23% ahead of schedule, while merging a recently acquired company into the company.
●Managed PC and peripheral functionality and inventory
●Troubleshot computer issues deskside
• Manage inventory supply of critical components
• Source and purchase IT supplies and services
PC Tech III May 2012 – Jan 2015 Lones Star College. Houston, TX I provided daily IT support for the Lone Star College - North Harris Health Professions Building, utilizing a ServiceNow architecture.
●Managed PC and peripheral functionality and inventory
Assisted instructors with technology needs•
Warehouse III May 2010 – Jan 2015 Schlumberger, Katy, TX I developed and implemented an order-pulling system, wrote standard operating procedures, and maintained zero at-fault NCRs on inspected products.
●Led warehouse daily activities
Inventory control / supply chain management
Warehouse Supervisor June 2009 – March 2010 Houston Central Ind., Houston, TX II reformed the truck appointment scheduling system, increasing revenue by 10%, and streamlined fee collection and reporting processes.
●Supervised daily warehousing activities
Scheduled deliveries and ensured work was completed safely and on time
Material Handler II May 2007 – March 2009 BJ Services, Tomball, TX I performed basic warehousing duties and implemented an inventory stratification system, reducing order selecting time by 15%.
●Managed order selection and shipping/receiving inspection
QC/Machinist/Data Management Clerk February 2004 – April 2007 Energy Alloys, Houston, TX Promoted from QC inspector/machinist to a clerical position, I designed and implemented an order tracking and status reporting system, reducing operational errors by 75%.
Tracked and reported vendor and mill inbound shipments
• Track and report vendor and mill inbound shipments
Education
• Assist in logistics and supply chain clerical work
• Fill in for office supervisor in his absence
Lone Star College Tomball, TX Associates of Applied Science Computer Networking Specialization
• Dean’s List 8 out of 10 semesters • 3.43 GPA