Logistics/Operations Manager

KEVIN L. BOUTTE

**** ******* ***** • Deridder, LA 70634 • 337-***-**** • *************@*****.***

GLOBAL LOGISTICS MANAGER

Senior level LOGISTICS and OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT professional with a verifiable track record of driving organizational performance through the strategic alignment and execution of key process indicators that increase productivity and provide bottom-line cost improvements within military and civilian environments. Hands-on leadership experience with proven success in the development of sound policies and practices that ensure that the company’s financial, business and customer service objectives are achieved. Resourceful team leader with the capacity to multitask in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities with ease while inspiring confidence at all levels.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT • LOGISTICS • WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS • PROCUREMENT • FORECASTING

INVENTORY CONTROL • PROCESS IMPROVEMENT • PROJECT MANAGEMENT • COST CONTROL

NEGOTIATIONS • MATERIAL PLANNING • DEMAND MANAGEMENT

• Credentials as a highly skilled Logistician include 20+ years experience in various senior level logistical positions with the United States Army.

• Ability to gather, analyze, and prepare strategy for development, presentation, and documentation of resource initiatives, requests, and decisions.

• Comprehensive, detailed knowledge and understanding of budgetary and logistics methods, practices, procedures, regulations, precedent setting decisions vital to the achievement of corporate objectives.

• Technical proficiencies with Property Book Unit Supply Enhanced and Force and Asset Search Tool programs.

• Currently hold Top Secret security clearance.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SENIOR LOGISTICIAN | Data Solutions Technology, Fort Polk, LA| 2009-2010

Provided leadership direction in managing the logistics and distribution operations of all inbound and outbound material and equipment shipments, vehicle operation, automation equipment, hazardous materials, weapon system, and any class II supplies. Maintained 100% accuracy in the processing of property transactions including lateral transfers, asset adjustments, activations and deactivations utilizing Property Book Unit Supply Enhanced (PBUSE) programs. Accountable for the performance, workload balancing, and performance of a staff of three.

• Coordinated the execution of sensitive item cyclical inventories, ensuring 100% accuracy while completing inventory activities within strict deadline driven schedules.

• Customer liaison responsible for providing timely and accurate information, advice, and guidance to customers regarding property transactions, investigations, and transfers.

• Documented, tracked, analyzed, and reported forecast accuracy and attainment, providing recommendations for the improvement and balance of supply and demand.

United States Army | 1988-2009

SENIOR LOGISTICIAN (Fort Polk, LA • 2006-2009)

Direct responsibility for leading and maintaining the efficient logistical operations and support for all major material movement activities of eight companies located in four geographical locations with a property book value of $250 million. Supervised procurement activities and personnel to ensure compliance with all purchasing guidelines and requirements.

• Mentored, trained, and developed operations staff improving overall staff performance through enhancement of product knowledge, quality, productivity, and cost.

• Received, reviewed, approved, and revised contractor property control procedures while inspecting unit operations to ensure the compliance and enforcement of command supply discipline.

SUPPLY CHAIN SUPERVISOR (Fort Bragg, NC • 2004-2006)

Coordinated and controlled the pre- and post-deployment movement of personnel, inventory, and equipment, accountable for managing $17 million of inventory and 165 personnel while assigned overseas in Iraq.

• Earned the Bronze Star Medal for the efficient management 18 hand receipts without loss.

• Supervised and synchronized rigorous training programs for 100 U.S. Army personnel; organized quarterly training briefs, facilitated senior professional training meetings, and acted as training coordinator for individual military schools.

• Employed continuous improvement methodologies by reviewing and analyzing supply chain processes and developing and implementing changes to effectively streamline and optimize supply chain practice.

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SUPERVISOR (The Martin Army Hospital, Fort Benning, GA • 2002-2004)

Ensured organizational effectiveness and maintained 100% accountability for the equipment and operations of medical clinics located on four separate Army installations. Supported daily logistical requirements and activities including distribution and purchasing resource planning, scheduling, and forecasting of inventory and contract manufacturer requirements.

• Program manager leading the $7 million construction of two housing developments and coordinating the movement of 70 employee homes. Led the bidding and contract approval process and the management of $2.5 million in equipment with zero loss or damage.

• Developed a command supply discipline program throughout the southeast Medical Command region, saving the command $200K in expenses in a single year.

• Rebuilt a property book system for new customers to efficiently and accurately track inventories of property valued in excess of $9 million.

PROPERTY BOOK SUPERVISOR (Washington, DC • 2000-2002)

Managed property book for a pentagon based, $12.5 million multi-state criminal investigations division, providing directional oversight in the coordination of warehouse operations involving shipping, receiving, storage, and safety of goods.

• Transformed the performance of the Army supply network, increasing the speed, efficiency, and responsiveness of the team by establishing a demand driven model that synchronized supply with demand.

• Spearheaded the implementation of an organizational program focused on the twice quarterly inspection of company assets, ultimately leading to a more streamlined and accurate accountability process.

• Prepared accurate and detailed reports for senior management that aided in the identification and improvement of problem areas. Established work priorities and assigned work to ensure effective and efficiency of operations.

• Counseled employees on performance standards and appraisals, management/employee relations, discipline, terminations, and incentives awards.

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Belford University, Temple, TX

Masters Degree, Logistics Management (2010)

Bachelor of Arts, Physical Education

Jefferson Community College, Watertown, NJ • Associate of Applied Science, General Studies

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Contractor Representative Course • Standard Property Book Systems Reporting • Hazmat I

Safety Officer Course • Purchasing Management Course

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