Supply Chain Quality Assurance

DE’QUAN FRIDAY

Lawton, OK *****

804-***-**** ad9t0w@r.postjobfree.com

LOGISTICS AND OPERATIONS MANAGER

Logistics Manager and Army Veteran leveraging over 11 years of operations and logistics management, staff development, and project management. Proficient in travel safety, information security, and supply chain operations. Skillful with complex critical systems in high-security environments and working under significant time pressures. Able to train and supervise teams to complete specialized projects and daily operations and anticipate probable challenges regarding project outcomes. Adept in quality assurance, procedure and policy design, root cause analysis, regulatory compliance, operations management, and customer service. Consistent in applying OSHA regulations, HAZMAT, logistics requirements, and road travel regulations under federal, state, and international legislation. Ability to create, interpret, and communicate training materials and curriculum. Experience with computer programs and devices associated with corporate reporting, inventory management, and logistics coordination. Possess a comprehensive background in business communication and upholding positive professional relationships.

Leadership Delegation

Research Analysis

Inventory Management

Risk Mitigation

Quality Assurance

Occupational Safety

Training Development

Project Management

Emergency Strategy

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

United States Army Various Locations 2013 – Present

Logistics Manager 2021 – Present

Oversaw supply operations and maintained property accountability using the Global Command Support System Army (GCSS-A), ensuring efficient supply chain management and operational readiness.

Managed the request, receipt, issue, and accountability of all individual, organizational, and expendable supplies and equipment for over 500 personnel.

Initiated and conducted financial liability investigations of property loss (FLIPL), resulting in the recovery of $250,000 worth of equipment and supplies.

Posted over 3,000 transactions to organizational property books and transaction files, maintaining 100% accuracy and up-to-date records.

Advised the Executive Officer and Battery Commander on all supply matters, providing expert guidance and support that improved supply chain efficiency by 25%.

Oversaw $70 million worth of organizational equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and accountability, and reducing loss incidents by 15%.

Trained, mentored, and ensured the welfare of one Soldier, enhancing their professional development and operational readiness, leading to a 100% pass rate in physical readiness tests.

Briefed senior leaders, peers, and subordinates with confidence, maintaining situational awareness and involvement in the mission, resulting in a 95% mission success rate.

Motivated junior Soldiers to excel in health and physical readiness by implementing a rigorous fitness program, improving unit physical fitness scores by 25%.

Maintained professionalism, earning respect from over 200 Soldiers and Officers across the unit.

Served as a subject matter expert for the Battalion during property transfers and turn-ins, facilitating unit shutdown and saving over $500,000 in logistics costs.

Increased organizational knowledge by mentoring supply personnel across the Brigade in supply processes and regulations, improving overall supply process efficiency by 30%.

Competently maintained the GCSS-A database, tracking and managing all property shortages and work orders for the Battery, reducing downtime by 40%.

Senior Supply Specialist 2013 – 2020

Directed and conducted operations for transportation, administrative services and job readiness supporting personnel and corporate projects for several facilities.

Enacted policy and trained staff in safety standards associated with equipment, operating electrical and sound-powered communication systems, emergency response, and damage control strategy.

DE’QUAN FRIDAY PG. 2

Senior Supply Specialist, continued

Conducted site surveys and engineering reconnaissance to improve mobility and survivability of construction projects in an austere and hazardous environment.

Reported safety violations, injuries, and workplace hazards; ensured all internal and legal regulations were met and facilitated conflict management as needed; ensured the security of corporate assets and staff.

Performed security protocol, screening, identification checks, traffic checkpoints, and search baggage and personnel to identify contraband or unauthorized materials.

Maintained accurate electronic and written records; conducted damage assessments, and delivered reports to superiors regarding analysis findings, performed tasks in procurement and issuance of supplies and repair parts; prepared records and reports.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, (B.S.) Supply Chain Management American Military University

Associate of Science, (A.S.) General Studies American Military University

CERTIFICATIONS SPECIALIZED TRAINING

Leadership Training OSHA Safety FEMA Planning Ethics Training

NATO Contracting Cyber Awareness

AWARDS

Army Commendation Medal (2) Army Achievement Medal (6) Certificate of Achievement (3)

Army Good Conduct Medal (2) National Defense Service Medal (1)

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Software: Microsoft Office Suite 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows

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