Experienced leader with a strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for building relationships with vendors, analyzing procurement data, and optimizing inventory procedures.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Operations Non-Commissioned Officer
67th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade (MEB)
07.2022 - Current
Logistics Operations Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) responsible for managing maintenance, transportation, supply, field services and distribution for a Maneuver Enhancement Brigade (MEB). Major duties include, conducting inspections and providing technical assistance to subordinate units while analyzing operations statistical data and reports to ascertain functional trends, conformance to standards and directives. Monitors, reviews and analyzes all training and logistical readiness reports from subordinate battalions and direct report units while managing and leading two direct report unit supply NCOs. Primary Brigade manager for review of maintenance reporting within the Commanders Unit Status Reports. Oversees the battle rhythm, including training schedule reviews, and orders publication in support of logistics operations. Responsible for the management and preparation of the logistics portions of the OIP program, to include training, physical security, maintenance, supply and services, inventory management, food service and deployment readiness. OPSEC, and intel oversight. Logistics administrative NCO responsible for personnel evaluations, training, pay validation and task management for S4 and SPO sections. Contributor and author of logistics SOPs and annexes comprising the brigade TACSOP. Senior enlisted leader for all members of the brigade full time logistics force.
Reviewed Annual Training Briefs in accordance with regulatory guidance consisting of four battalions and two direct reporting units
Reviewed and refined battle rhythm processes
Prepared brigade logistics operations for two war-fighter exercises with two separate Army divisions
Provided logistical support for the state of Nebraska’s first involvement in operation lone star on the southern boarder
Provides logistics support to four battalions as the only deployable brigade in the state of Nebraska (largest Brigade in the Nebraska National Guard)
Executed first brigade wide Logistics Readiness Workshop (LRSW) to enhance and synchronize logistics processes across the board
Vetted weekly Fragmentary Orders (FRAGORD) for distribution
Prepared steady state Operations Order (OPORD) and all ANNEXs
Lead staff on the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP)
Key member of annual revision of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
Performed, Advised, and Assessed the Organization Inspection Program (OIP) on an annual basis across Nebraska National Guard units.
Reviewed all training in the Digital Training Management System (DTMS) as the company First Sergeant.
Implemented and conducted internal reviews for three of the states high visibility logistics programs (Purchasing and contracting, Command Supply Discipline Program (CSDP) and defense movement).
LEAD Demonstrated abilities to understand purpose, objectives and end state for overall success on projects
Maintained 100% accountability of all equipment and personnel
Emphasized maintenance and logistics excellence contributing to a 75% decrease in delinquent services to lead the Nebraska Army National Guard.
Reviewed more than 300 transportation movement requests ensuring freedom of movement for Soldiers and equipment across the region.
Developed plan and mentored leaders on proper completion of annual personnel evaluations to ensure Soldiers were eligible for promotion.
Supervisor: CPT Kamryn Sannicks
Phone: 402-480-3209 (may contact)
Fulltime 40+hrs/week, $117,112.51/yr
Senior Small Group Leader
209th Regional Training Institute (RTI)
08.2017 - 07.2022
Supervised training in the Basic Leader Course (BLC) in accordance with the program of instruction and course management plan, instructor certification program, and unit SOP. Responsible for the training and supervision of 6 Small Group Leaders (SGL) at a 1:10 ratio of SGL to student for 12 classes per year. Completed final course counseling for all students that fail course standards and mentored in the absence of an SGL. Performed quarterly instructor evaluations while maintaining instructor certification program records on subordinates. A position commensurate to a platoon sergeant due to the number of cadre and students
Planned, Prepared, Executed, and Assessed training for more than 1,740 Soldiers annually for more than 4 years.
Prepared course reviews and rewrites to Training and Doctrine command for national level implementation.
Integral member of National working group to responsible for the implementation of distance learning courseware during COVID-19 used at Army installations around the world.
Maintained direct line of communication with the United States Army Sergeants Major Academy (USASMA) on courseware training schedule.
Relocated, created and supervised the facilitation of courses at an alternate location due to the flood in 2018 that hit Ashland, NE.
Directly responsible for 6 evaluated areas from Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) Accreditation resulting in 100% rating.
Mentored, trained and evaluated 24 instructors over tenure with the organization.
Manager of Faculty Development and Recognition Program (FDRP) resulting in more Senior Army Instructor Badge (SAIB) qualified instructors than any BLC in the country.
1 of 3 Master Instructors in the history of the Nebraska Army National Guard; fewer than 500 ever awarded in the United States Army.
Placed second nationally for Senior Small Group Leader (SSGL) of the year
Active member of two separate state partnerships in Rwanda and the Czech Republic resulting in the development and refinement of their leadership courseware.
Supervisor: Cody Green
Phone: 402-217-2470 (may contact)
Fulltime 40+hrs/week, $92,000/yr
Senior Supply NCO
Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ)
09.2015 - 08.2017
Supervised and performed duties involving requesting, storing, issuing, accounting and preserving individual and expendable supplies and equipment. Maintained automated supply system for accountability of unit supplies and equipment while coordinating logistical activities with other staff elements to include services, inventories and maintenance of equipment. Executed property book transactions of ordering and turning in mission essential equipment. Primary person responsible for issuing, receiving and controlling small arms and ammunition. Reviewed and annotated changes to unit CUSR as the property book custodian for the commander and advisor for all supply issues.
Managed more individual property books (13 derivative units) than any Supply NCO in the Nebraska Army National Guard
Transitioned organization from Property Book Unit Supply Enhanced (PBUSE), a non-automated interface, to Global Combat Support System Army (GCSS-A) an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
Managed transportation, rations, equipment and ammunition for the Marksmanship Advisory Council region five (MAC-V) shooting competition consisting of more than 150 competitors and staff.
Senior logistician for the largest group of staff officers and NCOs in the Nebraska Army National guard.
Supported Lincoln track club with logistics resources to enhance the annual Lincoln Marathon
Leaned on heavily as a casualty assistance officer (CAO) and advisor to newly trained CAOs responsible for providing resources to families of fallen service members
Created all schedules for equipment to be properly serviced, calibrated and maintained to enhance unit readiness
Managed Training Area Requests and Ammunition to meet mission objectives
Supervisor: Dan Mitchell
Phone: 402-429-0103 (may contact)
Fulltime 40+hrs/week, $88,000/yr
Small Group Leader
209th Regional Training Institute (RTI)
04.2012 - 09.2015
Responsible for the conduct of the Warrior Leader Course (WLC) as set in the Course Management Plan (CMP), Instructor Certification Program (ICP) and unit SOP. Supervises and mentors assigned fulltime workforce Small Group Leaders (SGL). Assists the SGL with preparation for class cycles, instructs and mentors students in the absence of the SGL, performs quarterly instructor evaluations, maintains ICP records on SGLs, coordinates required Platoon support with internal and external organizations.
Facilitated leadership courseware and principles for more than 900 Soldiers.
Placed 1st at the state level and 2nd nationally for Small group leader of the year.
Used previous supply and deployment background to enhance training by procuring realistic training aids not used at the academy before.
Created a climate that encouraged Soldiers to excel and progress professionally and personally
Maintained 100% of all equipment assigned to the battalion, previously assigned and managed two levels up.
Facilitated the first ever class with Airman enrolled. A program designed to aid with integration of joint operations.
Assigned as a Senior small group leader above my pay grade due to performance as the Academy added two new platoons.
Only Soldier of my pay grade to be tasked with multiple evaluated areas of the Army Enterprise Accreditation Standard (AEAS), resulting in the organization receiving the highest mark as the Academy of excellence.
Organized highway cleanup events and actively participated as a member of the armed forces for the Ashland parade.
Facilitated two courses at Fort Riley, KS and recognized as instructor of the cycle over my division counterparts.
Supervisor: Ryan Sullivan
Phone: 402-613-3358 (may contact)
Fulltime 40+hrs/week, $74,000/yr
Supply Sergeant
Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ)
07.2008 - 04.2012
Directed supply personnel in establishing supply inventory control management functions under the automated system Property Book User System Enhanced (PBUSE). Prepared all unit/organizational documents related to PBUSE while accounting for organizational and installation supplies and equipment. Reviewed daily records related to issuing all classes of supply and operational stock. Provided technical assistance to equipment records and parts specialists while advising the unit Commander.
Sought out by Agri-Business Development Team (ADT) commander to deploy to Afghanistan as the unit Supply Sergeant.
Used previous experience to analyze, prepare and request authorizations through operational needs statements to properly outfit the unit with modern equipment.
Requested by higher Task Force to travel outside the theater of operations to procure, inspect and ship equipment not available in Afghanistan.
Operated as the unit movement officer responsible for coordinating travel for 41 personnel and 4.5 million dollars of equipment to and from Afghanistan.
Responsible for procuring building material and constructing the units operation center
Requested by higher battalion to act as the S4 NCOIC in order to prepare inventory documentation and conduct inspections on six fellow supply sergeants.
Built relationships with two separate division logistics teams to better support the unit.
Assisted Contracting Officer Representative (COR) in constructing multiple government contracts valued at over $750,000.
Property book custodian responsible for managing 7.2 million dollars of equipment with zero loss.
Supervisor: David Hayes
Phone: Not available
Fulltime 40+hrs/week, $70,000/yr
Supply Sergeant
1074th Transportation Company
05.2005 - 07.2008
Supervised and performed duties involving requests, receipt, storage, issue, accountability and preservation of individual, organizational, installation and expendable equipment. Inspected work for accuracy and compliance with established procedures. Maintained automated supply system for inventorying, issuing and receiving supplies and equipment. Issued and received small arms, secured and controlled all weapons and ammunition. Posted transactions to property book with both organizational and theater proved equipment.
Received highest rating from both Battalion and Brigade command supply discipline inspections while deployed to Iraq
Mentored and trained five non-qualified supply personnel to operate in the logistics section
Created and facilitated training within and outside the Battalion to enhance supply readiness
Created company supply SOP that received noteworthy rating from the Command Logistics Review Team (CLRT) at National Guard Bureau (NGB).
Recognized by by Battalion commander for seamless transition of property when leaving Iraq
Accounted for a property book with zero loss due to negligence valued at more than 76 million dollars; largest non-aviation unit property book in the theater of Iraq
Ensured safety in all aspects of training and day to day operations
Extremely proficient in managing operations and administrative requirements
Recognized as #1 of 8 supply sergeants by battalion evaluation team for FY 07-08.
Operated as a truck commander for 21 convoy security missions consisting of no less than 10 vehicles per mission with 100% accountability of personnel and equipment.
Supervisor: Dean Reicks
Phone: 308-340-0291
Fulltime 40+hrs/week, $64,000/yr
Education
BS - Supply Chain & Logistics Management
Bellevue University
Bellevue
Skills
Relationship Building
Lifelong Learning
Knowledge Management
Leadership
Facilitating
Problem Solving
Talent Management
Data Analysis
Inventory management
Procurement
Critical/Creative Thinking
Oral and Written Communication
Awards
Meritorious Service Medal x5, Army Commendation Medal x2, Army Achievement Medal x9, Army Good Conduct x5, Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal x3, National Defense Service Ribbon x1, Military Outstanding Volunteer Medal x1, Armed Forces Reserve Medal x2 w/ M Device & Silver Hourglass, NATO Medal x1, Meritorious Unit Citation x1, Superior Unit Citation x1, Non-Commissioned Officer Development Ribbon x4, Army Service Ribbon x1, Overseas Service Ribbon x2, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal x1, Iraq Campaign Medal x1 w/campaign star, Afghanistan Campaign Medal x1 w/campaign star, Basic, Senior and Master Army Instructor Badge, Nebraska Commendation Medal x2, Nebraska Individual Achievement Medal x1, Nebraska Emergency Service Medal x2, Nebraska Homeland Defense Medal x1
Affiliations
Village Meadows Homeowners Association Board Member (2021-2025)
The 1SG advises and assists subordinate unit training, Administrative, and Supply NCO daily to ensure accomplishment of the Commander’s training objectives. Advises and assists subordinate units on the completion of the CUSR process, develop and maintain all training records, schedules, and training using DTMS, ATRRS, DAMPS, and TAMIS. Assists Soldiers in enrolling and preparing for service school attendance. Assists in coordination and preparation for the use of training areas, training aids, ammunition, ranges, and managing of the training library. Advises and assists subordinate unit Administrative NCO in completing personnel and administrative activities that impact the welfare of the Soldiers. Understands and uses the following systems: IPPS-A, DTMS, MyUnitPay, iPerms, STEP packets, ATRRS and EES.
Senior Operations and Training Manager at 301st Maneuver Enhancement BrigadeSenior Operations and Training Manager at 301st Maneuver Enhancement Brigade