John Laureda

• Created and updated regular inventory reports and records.
• Analyzed inventory data to identify and address stock discrepancies.
• Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
• Maintained sufficient inventory levels to meet customer demands at all times.
• Participated in regular cycle counts to confirm accuracy of inventory records.
• Labeled, organized and located inventory items in staging areas or on shelves according to quantity, size, or type of material.
• Strengthened inventory processes to balance supply needs with budget and space limitations.
• Designed and implemented successful inventory control system to track inventory levels and optimize stock levels.
• Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.

• Led three junior Officers, three Chiefs, 71 Sailors, and 33 Department of Defense employees in providing logistics support to 16 F/A-18 Super Hornet Squadrons and Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic onboard Naval Air Station Oceana, the Navy's largest master jet base
• Provided sound advice to the Officer in Charge
• Directly reshaped and refocused command programs, instilling pride and purpose throughout the command
• Oversaw the activities of procurement and inventory control to ensure products were readily available for distribution
• Organized sourcing, receiving, storage, and shipping of materials and products
• Strategized, developed and executed warehouse safety programs
• Managed sales, orders, accounts, shipping, and delivery
• Evaluated the performance of team members
• Developed and implemented policies and procedures related to purchasing and inventory control to maximize efficiency and optimize workflow.

• Reviewed analytical techniques and evaluation criteria for measuring and improving Integrated Logistics Support planning onboard three United States Navy ships
• Communicated with subordinate commands to resolve problems that may arise regarding delivery, quality, price, or conditions of sale-provided products and services required in developing integrated logistics solutions that support critical programs and training resulting in the successful completion of the Supply Management Assessments
• Responsible for the movement of personnel, mail, and cargo
• Tracked material for mission-critical high-priority casualty reports valued over $265M.
• Determined appropriate budget levels and administered expenditures.

Government Commercial Purchase Card Approving Official for three cardholders

• Processed 4,000 purchase requests at a value of over $4.8M
• Responsible for design, development, implementation, and lifecycle support for surface, subsurface, and aviation information technology
• Orchestrated over 300 requests by performing market research, screening, purchasing, contracting, and receiving material resulting in 100% compliance with Navy supply and DOD policies
• Analyzed mission objectives to determine the kind and extent of support required, identified deficiencies in support, and made recommendations for resolution to achieve the goals for mission support better.
• Tracked supply, equipment and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels.

• Facilitated an in-depth study of the supply systems to prepare newly commissioned Supply Corps officers for their professional duties
• Provided detailed, job-related technical instruction while encouraging the formation and use of desirable attitudes and characteristics.
• Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
• Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, equals and superiors.

• Led military and civilian personnel to provide efficient and effective warehouse management, including shipping, receiving, expediting, inventory, and stowage of repair parts
• Identified logistics deficiencies and recommended solutions that positively impacted the division readiness metric reports and processes, which included receipt processing, inventorying, and Integrated Barcode Scanner
• Responsible for the financial management and logistical support of a $300 Million annual budget
• Updated and ensured compliance with financial and inventory policies and procedures that guided deployed squadron's logistical operations.
• Oversaw proper implementation of best practices, policies and procedures in alignment with regulations and operational needs.