Basil Benjamin
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Accomplished Logistics Management Supervisor with a proven track record at the United States Army, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing procurement costs by 15%. Expert in supply chain optimization and critical thinking, I excel in vendor management and strategic sourcing, ensuring compliance and surpassing organizational goals with innovative solutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Management Supervisor
United States Army
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, USA
06.2021 - 04.2024
- Managed procurement and supply chain operations for $50 million in military property, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational efficiency which resulted in improved asset tracking and reduced loss incidents
- Led negotiations with vendors and suppliers, securing competitive pricing that lowered procurement costs by 15% while maintaining quality standards
- Conducted data analysis on inventory and procurement trends, reducing excess stock by 20% and improving inventory turnover rates
- Ensured supplier performance and contract adherence through continuous assessment, leading to a 25% reduction in supply chain disruptions
- Developed and implemented sourcing strategies to align procurement activities with organizational objectives
Operations Team Lead
United States Army
Fort Riley, USA
05.2018 - 06.2021
- Spearheaded procurement planning and supplier negotiations, leading to a streamlined supply chain process and a 10% reduction in lead times
- Managed supply and demand forecasting, ensuring the availability of critical materials while cutting down overstock waste by 18%
- Collaborated with vendors and stakeholders to resolve supply chain constraints, reducing equipment downtime and improving operational efficiency
- Developed and executed supplier improvement initiatives, which increased on-time deliveries by and enhanced reliability
Lead Supply
United States Army
411 Engineer Brigade, USA
05.2014 - 06.2018
- Managed procurement and acquisition activities, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and contract requirements, reducing procurement errors
- Maintained strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable contract terms that resulted in cost savings and improved delivery schedules
- Conducted risk assessments and implemented corrective actions to prevent supply chain disruptions
- Developed inventory tracking systems that improved supply chain visibility, cutting down discrepancies by 40% and enhancing reporting accuracy
Education
B.A. - Computer Science
Arizona Global Campus
06.2025
Sever and Cloud Administration Certificate -
Washington Vets to Tech, Saint Martin’s University
08.2024
Supply Specialist Certificate -
United States Army
05.2021
Skills
- Procurement & Contract Negotiation
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Office 365 administration experience
- Inventory Management
- Financial Performance Management
- Vendor Management
- SAP & Data Analysis
- Logistics and Transportation
- Risk & Compliance Management
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Logistics Management Supervisor
United States Army
06.2021 - 04.2024
Operations Team Lead
United States Army
05.2018 - 06.2021
Lead Supply
United States Army
05.2014 - 06.2018
B.A. - Computer Science
Arizona Global Campus
Sever and Cloud Administration Certificate -
Washington Vets to Tech, Saint Martin’s University
Supply Specialist Certificate -
United States Army
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