CAREY WILLIAMS
Killeen,TX
Summary
Logistics and Strategic Leader and Army Veteran with a Secret Security Clearance and 28+ years of experience in Department of Defense organizational leadership and operations. An energetic, dependable driven administrative professional with years of clerical and customer service experience. Experienced in contract administration/management, human resource management, project management, site support service, physical security operations, and support in the culinary industry. Strategic Leader with an extensive background in driving leadership, direction, and oversight. Proven areas of added value include strong interpersonal skills, building and developing relationships, sharp written and verbal communication skills, organized and detail-oriented, stellar customer service skills, working well under pressure, ability to multi-task and problem solve. Experienced Logistics Manager proficient at monitoring operational pulse to deliver relevant information to all major internal customers and stakeholders. Accustomed to working with multiple entities to achieve business goals for logistics efficiency, cost containment and contract integrity. Works quickly and maintains focus while providing top-notch customer service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Logistics Manager
U.S. Army
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Provided overall management over training requirements and resources to enhance organization’s readiness for large-scale support operations; developed functional design for division level Support Area Command Post; forecasted and secured training resources and equipment to include multiple training sites; coordinated and managed all logistical and life support activities onsite
- Interfaced with staff section managers to develop staffing plan and manpower requirements to deploy, secure, and operate command post effectively
- Assigned and managed tasks and shift schedules for 24-hour operations without disruption
- Evaluated areas of operational concern and developed resolutions; provided support and oversight during implementations of solutions
- Developed network design layout and resourced mission command network systems required to collect, process, store, display and disseminate information to support commander’s priorities
- Developed area security and defense plan with direct involvement training and monitoring access control and site defense personnel
- Managed compliance of all health and safety programs in accordance with OSHA guidelines and requirements onsite.
Senior Supervisor
U.S. Army
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Served as Supervisor for over 1000 personnel in organization
- Consolidated, monitored, prepared, and submitted all daily, weekly, and monthly unit reports to battalion staff sections
- Directly accountable for health, morale, welfare, teaching, coaching, and mentoring of five individuals and equipment valuing $4M
- Leveraged advanced leadership and management skills to mentor and train over 1000 members with special focus on compliance, continuous evaluation, and process improvement
- Managed and inventoried over $4M worth of equipment with zero loss or damage, increased readiness, and capability for team within organization
- Helped set goals and work toward achieving them by educating over 1000 personnel about various resources available on installation; boosted knowledge in organization
- Managed all organization's compliance programs to include continuous process improvement, standards, and procedures, change management, and self-assessment programs; ensured 100% compliance with policies
- Served as principal advisor to Installation’s Operations Officer, directly reported all activities pertaining to over 1000 assigned personnel and mission requirements; achieved highest enlisted position in the Army
- Perform duties as primary point of contact to streamline all aspects of recruitment, public affairs, diversity, equity and inclusion, and communication between elected officials, community, commanders, and personnel.
Operational Contract Support Manager
U.S. Army
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Provided operational contract support to Air Missile Defense organizations spread across five countries in Persian Gulf region
- Developed strategic perspective that improved operational readiness for 11 Patriot Missile sites, and life support areas
- Managed four major projects that set conditions for follow on Air Missile Defense organizations in region
- Procured 77 contract awards worth over $280M without protest
- Coordinated with three Resource Management offices to establish construction, service, and supply operations; planned, implemented, and adhered to brigade’s operational budget; working knowledge of budget allocations, project resourcing, and cost control methodologies
- Managed commercial power, sunshade, Bahrain force protection enhancement, and Air Defense simulation projects
- Operated General Funds Enterprise Business System to generate over 80 purchase requests valued at $17M to support organization’s top priorities
- Provided oversight and guidance to 22 Contracting Officer Representatives across five countries in region
- Analyzed performance of current contracts to identify amendment additions to ensure full regulatory compliance
- Collaborated with requiring activity to assess materials needs and looked for improved options to better meet changing demands.
Logistics Manager
U.S. Army
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Managed internal logistical tracking systems, contract activities, property accountability, property transactions, and allocations for organization of 1,200 personnel
- Supervised and updated material and food management records for organization
- Completed cost analysis using Microsoft products and vendor quotes to support life support logistics during major training exercises
- Improved supply program and ensured all subordinate departments followed regulatory guidelines and maintained overall average between 90% - 98%
- Maintained 100% accountability of ration assets valued over $2M; coordinated logistical requirements during organization’ mobilization processing and arranged for transportation of sensitive items
- Developed short and long-term plans for distribution, life cycle, and effective use of all products and systems; resulted in overall organizational readiness for deployment operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Leadership & Workforce Development
Command & General Staff College
Leavenworth, KS06.2019
Associates of Science - Applied Science, Administrative/Management Studies
Excelsior University
Albany, NY06.2019
Skills
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Program Manager
- Operations Management
- Budget and Cost Control
- Contract Management
- Performance Optimization
- Training Development
- Problem Solving
- Acquisitions Procurement
- Business Strategic Planning
- Policy Development Implementation
- Logistics Planning
- Equipment Inspections
- Team Management
Specialized Military Training
- Common Faculty Development Instructor Course
- Operational Contract Support Course
- Contracting Officer Representative Course
- Senior Leadership Course
- Equal Opportunity Leader Course
- Master Resiliency Trainer
Notable Awards
- Legion of Merit
- Bronze Star Medal (2)
- Meritorious Service Medal (5)
- Army Commendation Medal (4)
- Army Achievement Medal (6)
Projects
Motivated Learner: Demonstrated ability to assimilate new ideas, concepts, methods, and technologies. Dedicated and innovative team builder with a superior work ethic.
Strengths: Leadership, management, oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills. Thrive in both independent and collaborative work environments. Skilled at developing and cultivating key relationships and establishing effective collaborations.
Highly Skilled: A proven track record of leading multi-dimensional teams in high-pressure, high tempo environments producing on schedule and within required deliverables.
Certification
- Microsoft Office 365: Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Sharepoint
- Google Workspace: Gmail, Calendar, Contacts, Meet & Chat
- Google Drive: Docs, Sheets, Slides
Timeline
Senior Logistics Manager
U.S. Army
01.2019 - 01.2022
Operational Contract Support Manager
U.S. Army
01.2016 - 01.2017
Senior Supervisor
U.S. Army
01.2015 - 01.2018
Logistics Manager
U.S. Army
01.2015 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Leadership & Workforce Development
Command & General Staff College
Associates of Science - Applied Science, Administrative/Management Studies
Excelsior University
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