Abel J. Hodge
San Antonio
Summary
Dedicated Purchasing Agent deeply committed to excellence, blending extensive experience in customer service, and purchasing gained over 9 years with the U.S. Air Force and Boeing. Proficient in resource planning, administration, and oversight. Known for adeptly resolving challenges for military and civilian personnel through clear and effective communication. Resourceful Procurement Agent successful at managing contracts and working efficiently. Adept at finding cost-effective solutions. Knowledgeable about providing continued to support to companies and clients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Agent
The Boeing Company
07.2022 - Current
- Recognized as Team Member of the Week for acquiring a critical drop tool, expediting part delivery by over 20 weeks.
- Received personal recognition from the Senior Director of BDS for reducing the average PR-PO cycle time from 20 days to 6 days.
- Led a $1M SEALs program, securing $850K upfront with the remainder in progress.
- Managed Level 5 Supplier Program Manager responsibilities from a Level 1 Procurement Agent role.
- Effectively procured, tracked, and implemented appropriate clauses for more than $10M in purchase order contracts.
- Selected suppliers based on reliability, product quality, and cost-effectiveness to optimize business operations.
- Handpicked to contribute expertise in analytics and strategy as a member of SC Director Danny Stoff's MS&B project team, aiming to reduce NCR cycle time across 5 divisions to under a week.
Government Purchase Card Holder
United States Air Force
01.2018 - 08.2020
- Evaluated $35K in purchases to optimize buying power, securing additional budget allocation for effective spending.
- Determined funding for $30K in fitness equipment and increased utilization of facility by 40%.
- Achieved 100% accountability for a 250+ item inventory project, ensuring all items were present and accounted for.
- Directed Commander in negotiations with contracting agencies and vendors for procurement.
- Managed financial plans for a $25M complex with a $260K annual operating budget.
- Supervised 10 Airmen as facility supervisor for an $8M program in Operation Inherent Resolve.
- Processed purchase orders totaling $112K for Fitness Assessment Cell inventory upgrade, earning "Topflight Award." Coordinated logistics for 24 base-wide events serving 72,000 military members, receiving Team of the Quarter award.
- Analyzed spending requests for $107M Kuwait dining contract operations, overseeing 5 Other Nationals contractors and earning "Best AOR Plan" recognition.
- Developed a 47-item balance automation software, retrieving $10K in products and generating over $18K in sales.
- Procured and tracked finances for a $13M dining hall upgrade serving 2,500 members daily, meeting budget goals ahead of schedule.
- Developed bed-down logistics for $70B Tyndall Air Force Base disaster relief during Hurricane Emer, providing housing for over 3,000 civilian and military personnel.
Supervisor/Shift Leader
United States Air Force
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Developed new workstation layout, removing $150k of hazardous equipment to create a safer work environment.
- Managed an $18M food inventory expansion, increasing space by 620 sqft, clearing 16 Connexus, and adding 122 shelves.
- Engineered 5 new deployment programs, recognized as "Top Performer" by Squadron Commander.
- Produced cost benefit analysis for $26.4M contract, documented 156 inspections, and generated $5.4M meal reports for joint forces.
- Coordinated meal distribution of 1.2K MREs during a 3-day power outage, ensuring readiness for 10K personnel.
- Led Wing hydration program, organizing $64K in G-2 packets to prevent heat injuries for 15 Squadrons and 4,000 Airmen.
- Supervised and supported customer service front desk operations, serving over 10,000 customers annually.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Info Tech Cybersecurity
Texas A&M
San Antonio, Texas12.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Info Tech Cybersecurity
St. Phillip’s College
San Antonio, Texas05.2024
Skills
- Estimating and Cost Tracking
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Price Negotiations
- Strategic Sourcing
Security Clearance
Top Secret Clearance
Timeline
Procurement Agent
The Boeing Company
07.2022 - Current
Government Purchase Card Holder
United States Air Force
01.2018 - 08.2020
Supervisor/Shift Leader
United States Air Force
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Info Tech Cybersecurity
Texas A&M
Associate of Applied Science - Info Tech Cybersecurity
St. Phillip’s College