Caleka P. Booker
Jonesboro,GA
Summary
Accomplished and performance-driven US Army veteran with extensive experience in supply chain and logistics management. Solid history of success in overseeing entire life cycle of logistics and supply chain from acquisition to distribution while developing positive business relationships with customers and suppliers. Expertise in developing a structured approach to assessing potential improvement opportunities and conducting required analysis to define potential supply chain strategies and tactics to meet growth and financial objectives. Skilled in developing both strategic & tactical plans that create a safety-conscious environment resulting in employee safety and well-being. Adept at improving overall operational efficiency by identifying and resolving potential issues. Capable of displaying organizational values of integrity, respect for people, diversity appreciation, innovation, ethical standards, status quo, performance excellence, teamwork, and commitment to shareholder value creation. Equipped with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and leadership aptitude; fully committed to continuous improvement with professional excellence. Proficient in MS Office Suite.
Professional in multi-unit management, equipped to optimize operations and drive business growth. Consistently exceeded targets through effective resource allocation and strategic planning. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic business needs with focus on achieving results.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Area Manager II
Amazon Logistics-Forest Park, GA
Forest Park, GA
01.2022 - Current
- Coached, managed, and developed a team of 50-200 Amazon associates.
- Mentoring, training and developed a team of 6-8 Process Assistants 60-80 hourly associates by embodying Amazons Leadership Principles.
- Acting as the subject matter expert (SME) for the Inbound and Quality Teams by creating, communicating, and maintaining quality control policies and standard work procedures to Area Managers and associates by maintain compliance and consistency and taking corrective action when needed.
- Led the Continuous Improvement (CI) project for the Inbound Teams which increased productivity metrics by 30% while simultaneously reducing Overall Quality Defects by 42% YTD.
- Communicated policies to my team and acted as the primary information source for the team while maintaining compliance, and consistency, and taking corrective action when needed.
- Created and managed recognition programs and created programs of my own to increase employee engagement.
- Supported all safety programs and OSHA compliance to ensure a safe work environment for all associates.
- Ensured procedures were followed for building security and product loss prevention.
- Partnered with the senior-level management team to establish and maintain quality control standards.
- Developed performance goals and targets to achieve customer demand and ensured accuracy and quality.
Senior Logistics Manager / Operations Manager
US Army – Redstone Arsenal, AL
Redstone Arsenal, AL
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Developed and sustained vital partnerships with local organizations to promote company offerings and improve services.
- Ensured timely payments by preparing invoices for all customers in the logistics/warehouse department at the end of every month.
- Performed exceptionally in reviewing and managing new customer orders and requests. Entered data into the centralized database to maintain records.
- Reduced minimize costs to the company and its customers more than $2M by negotiating six contracts with outside providers.
- Contributed to managing budgets of $9.7M annually for project development.
- Trained 20 employees with a focus on maximizing productivity and operational efficiency.
- Determined and resolved inefficiencies while providing expert-level recommendations for process improvement.
- Addressed performance issues by conducting 20 quarterly evaluations.
Recruitment Manager
US Army -Chicago – Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Directed overall aspects of the recruitment area covering 61 square miles and a population of over 46,000 to ensure smooth workflow.
- Discussed vacancies, applicant qualifications, and characteristics of top candidates with recruitment managers while shortlisting interview candidates.
- Reviewed paperwork, obtained feedback, and available information for new training processes with the close collaboration of legal and compliance teams.
- Spearheaded 11 employees and managed other enlistment programs and options, with a special emphasis on Mission; Market Expansion; Safety, and Training while serving as the Army's ambassador within the community.
- Established a culture of high performance, transparency, and continuous improvement by improving HR efficiencies, coordinating new hire orientations, and providing onboarding and training for 145 new employees.
- Initiated education and training programs for the development of high school students and administrators.
- Organized college campus visits and fostered lasting relationships between hiring managers.
- Processed new hires through prescreening and security screenings.
FEMA/Logistics Supervisor
FEMA- DCE Region V – Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Oversaw all facets of Logistics Supervisor for the Department of Defense FEMA, Chicago.
- Successfully secured six diverse range of contract types, including Firm-Fixed Priced (FFP), Indefinite-Delivery/ Indefinite- Quantity (ID/IQ), and Blanket Purchasing Agreements (BPA) Mentored Department of Defense as well as Contractors within the FEMA organization on logistic practices.
- Led the successful management of the $25M worth of government equipment.
- Guided logistical personnel on how to maintain and function warehouse operations while delivering outstanding services as the primary instructor of the Supply Orientation Course for the Indiana National Guard.
- Managed all logistics tasks in the National Guard units across Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Indiana, and Wisconsin.
Material Control Supervisor/Warehouse Supervisor
US Army – Texas
Texas
01.2003 - 01.2014
- Identified the most cost-effective and efficient means of transporting products and supplies while analyzing corporate logistics.
- Delivered timely and robust delivery of supplies to government organizations while ensuring cost, productivity, and accuracy.
- Supervised inbound and outbound logistics operations, such as transportation and warehouse activities, safety performance, and logistics quality management in austere locations in support of government operations.
- Cultivated productive relationships with representatives of UPS, FedEx, USPS, and DHL shipping Companies to promote and achieve targeted business goals.
- Administered 52 logistics personnel and logistics systems for efficient workflow optimization.
- Established a make-shift warehouse from the ground up in a combat environment that supported over 500 customers.
- Oversaw and managed the storage of materials for Life Cycle Sustainment and Maintenance (LCSM), operations and maintenance (O&M), production, and supervised the loading and unloading of dock operations.
- Ensured that all 25 warehouse employees were trained, followed the appropriate processes, abided by OSHA standards, and provided quality work for all customers.
Education
Master of Science in Business Administration - Project Management
University of Arkansas-Grantham
Lenexa, KS04-2025
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - undefined
Grantham University
Lenexa, KSMaster of Science - Organizational Leadership
University of Arkansas-Grantham
Little Rock, AR12-2026
Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Purchasing & Inventory Control
- Production & Material Planning
- Warehouse Operations Management
- Customer Service
- Strategic Sourcing and Procurement
- Integrated Demand and Supply Planning
- Resource Allocation & Mobilization
- Contract Negotiations & Administration
- College Recruitment
- Employee Engagement
- Quality Assurance & Control
- Logistics & Distribution
- Cost Control & Reduction
- Team Training & Leadership
- Recruitment Operations
- Customer Satisfaction
- Operations management
- Relationship building and management
- Team development
- Operations
- Goals and performance
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Staff training and development
- Performance management
- Staff management
Certification
- Contracting Officers Representative
- Army Acquisition Basic Course
- SOLE- Demonstrated Senior Logistician
- Lean Six Sigma- Green Belt
Timeline
Area Manager II
Amazon Logistics-Forest Park, GA
01.2022 - Current
Senior Logistics Manager / Operations Manager
US Army – Redstone Arsenal, AL
01.2018 - 01.2021
Recruitment Manager
US Army -Chicago – Chicago, IL
01.2015 - 01.2018
FEMA/Logistics Supervisor
FEMA- DCE Region V – Chicago, IL
01.2014 - 01.2015
Material Control Supervisor/Warehouse Supervisor
US Army – Texas
01.2003 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - undefined
Grantham University
Master of Science in Business Administration - Project Management
University of Arkansas-Grantham
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
University of Arkansas-Grantham