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Carleton Slaughter

Adamsville,AL

Summary

Dedicated Logistics Manager contributing solutions to performance issues and high freight costs. Knowledgeable in new employee training and safety procedures. Offers a successful career history comprising more than 20 years.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Logistics Manager

FEMA
Anchorage, AK
02.2019 - Current
  • I participated in the planning and implementation of Logistics Management Programs for FEMA services and processes that advised other internal auditors on audit techniques, methods of evaluation, analysis of data and development of conclusions that recommended corrective actions.
  • I reviewed performance data collected from varied sources to determine areas where in-depth analysis was warranted by taking appropriate actions based on the analysis of quality data and provided feedback or recommendations to managers of affected areas to initiate audits and evaluations for identified training needs and or the need to revise or clarify technical requirements.
  • Management of formal corrective action processes regarding recurring deficiencies and systemic problems identified through evaluation and assuring actions are initiated that preclude recurrence of those deficiencies through documentation of corrective action plans and evaluation follow-up. Also served as POC for quality related audit reviews by external agencies to coordinate and provided technical advice to ULA activities to effect corrective action.This involved a substantial breadth and depth of analysis of logistics management program areas, plus consideration of numerous interrelationships and variables that developed new approaches to resolve persistent, widespread, or critical issues. I served as program and project manager to accomplish particularly complex, sensitive, or long-term studies concerning major logistics program issues and concerns that covered these areas.
  • Inventory Management: Property Book, Financial Liability Investigation of Property Loss (FLIPL), Bi-annual 100% inventory accountability.
    Transportation/Traffic Management: Material movement, break bulk, freight, load configurations, transportation modes (intermodal, rail, line-haul, air), household goods/personal property, POV, CFR49
    Fleet Management.
  • Oversight of GSA fleet vehicles, Dispatch, vehicle status/utilization/accidents, vehicles exchange/reduction, vehicle maintenance, MAXIO.
  • Facilities Management: Space management/studies, Energy conservation planning and reporting, Facility maintenance planning/repairs/renovations, and asset management.Supply Management: Warehouse operations, receive/store/issue, material handling equipment.
  • Contract Management: Pre/Post award evaluation, Statement of Work, Contracting Officer Representative, FAR/DFAR.

Receiving Manager

FEMA
Frederick, MD
10.2018 - 12.2018
  • I also developed a transportation policy for handling, packaging, and movement of hazardous cargo worldwide by surface and air.
  • I represented agency views and interests at various levels within and outside of the organization, including liaison with technical and professional associations and study groups by Interpreting hazardous material transportation policies and procedures for subordinate organizational components.
  • Studied proposed regulations or legislation affecting the movement of hazardous cargo by air or surface to establish an agency position on the proposals and assess the possible impact on the transportation program operations.
  • Shipped and received 7200 pallets of product using Yale ESC030-040AC three wheel stand-up electric Forklift in support of 4399DR-FL. During tour of duty was able to train 2 personal on the proper use of Yale ESC030-040AC three wheel stand-up electric with no down time to production.

Shipping and Receiving Manager

FEMA
High Point, NC
09.2018 - 10.2018
  • I planned freight loads, created loads, and coordinated with drivers on loads to ensure accurate and timely delivery of product.
  • Managed team of 15 people, including local and over the road truck drivers Improved speed and efficiency of new and existing employees through process management.
  • Managed operations of cargo distribution from reception to discharge, including DOT and OSHA compliance.
  • Sourced and procured logistics equipment, and implemented health and safety plans to ensure adherence to procedures. Managed accounts receivable and accounts payable.
  • Actively promoted safety programs throughout the terminal by conducting safety meetings, communicating safety program messages, completion of safety required testing, etc.

Shipping and Receiving Manager

FEMA
Pounce, Puerto Rico
10.2017 - 07.2018
  • Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
  • Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 50 containers per day.
  • .Managed warehousing and storage practices for FEMA warehouse facility using LCMS software.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Managed product staging to efficiently transfer items between receiving, storage and shipping locations.
  • Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors to obtain replacements or refunds.

Materials Manager

U.S. Steel
Fairfield, AL
02.2012 - 12.2017
  • Received inbound phone calls from store managers and facility management associates, creating work orders and purchase orders to replace faulty or unsafe equipment or conditions.
  • Adjusted procedures as needed to maximize department effectiveness.
  • I researched and analyze discrepancies involving the movement of cargo, explosives in particular and take corrective action or recommendations to improve the effectiveness of procedures and reduce cost.
  • Led cross-department initiatives to develop and pursue cost reduction programs. Picked up incoming stock and delivered materials to designated locations. Computerized ordering and scheduling system for steel manufacturing.
  • Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
  • Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
  • Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.

Material Coordinator

Alabama Aircraft Industries
Birmingham, AL
01.2000 - 12.2011
  • Worked with project managers to determine schedule and volume requirements in order to effectively coordinate deliveries and maintain supply levels.
  • Adhered to all safety protocols and standards when operating equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts.
  • Managed receiving operations and proper storage of incoming materials.
  • Completed daily cycle counts and full inventory audits every 6 months.
  • Developed and maintained automated tracking systems, hard copy files and records to enhance office workflows.
  • Provided plant clearance functions related to the disposition of Government property in the possession of contractors. Witnessed the demilitarization of property; performed inventory management verification to ascertain the accuracy of inventory schedules for cargo movement.
  • Origination of Government Bills of lading (GBL) and Transportation Control Movement Documents for cargo movement request. I ensured that the Government, European Union, and Host Nation customs rules, policies and regulations are followed
  • Researched and analyze discrepancies involving the movement of cargo, explosives in particular and take corrective action or recommendations to improve the effectiveness of procedures and reduce cost. I analyzed contractor's traffic management plans, practices, and operations to determine their capability and efficiency.

Automated Logistical Specialist (92A)

US Army
06.1991 - 12.2005
  • Served as the Supply Noncommissioned Officer responsible for the request, receipt, issue, and accountability of individual, organizational, installation, and expendable supplies and equipment; assists in property accountability through the Property Book Unit Supply Enhanced (PBUSE) system, ensuring total accuracy; ensures critical assets were on hand or ordered; monitors all sensitive items and unit inventories; initiated Financial Liability Investigations of Property Loss (FLIPL); accounts for the health, personal welfare, and training of three Soldiers and directly responsible for $60 million worth of organizational equipment.
  • Oversaw every phase of supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing, targeting 100% end-user satisfaction.
  • I administered a transportation program for ARMY Working Capital Fund Performance Based Logistics contract-managed material to ensure the most cost-effective mode of transportation used will permit safe and efficient movement to the warfighter.
  • I monitored preparations and distribution of transportation routing instructions to DOD Units, Federal Agencies, Host Nation Representative's and transportation industry officials to ensure expeditious movement and delivery of cargo. These programs involved the acquisition of transportation assets for a variety of material and cargo distributed throughout the US and numerous overseas locations with many requiring specialized handling or transportation services (scheduled maintenance) in transit.
  • Maintained property accountability within the global combat support (GCSS-Army) system and coordinates supply activities; reviews and annotates changes to unit material condition status report; responsible for posting transactions to organizational and institutional property books; determines method of obtaining relief from responsibility for lost, damaged and destroyed equipment; assists and advises the Executive Officer and Company Commander; directs supply personnel in establishing supply and inventory control management.
  • I was responsible for management for the movement of freight and commodities from vessels, ports or terminals, and remote locations on procedures and operations for incoming material, temporary storage, consolidation, and shipment of items both for CONUS and OCONUS movement using air, rail, and ocean and line-haul or multi-modal modes of transportation.
  • I exercised technical control over the development and execution of commercial traffic functions that ensured economy and efficiency of operations are consistent with operating requirements and capabilities of the receiving organizations. I prepared and coordinated functional descriptions, data requirements and documentation need with the adaptation of ADP equipment supporting.
  • I also developed a transportation policy for handling, packaging, and movement of hazardous cargo worldwide by surface and air. I represented agency views and interests at various levels within and outside of the organization, including liaison with technical and professional associations and study groups by Interpreting hazardous material transportation policies and procedures for subordinate organizational components. Studied proposed regulations or legislation affecting the movement of hazardous cargo by air or surface to establish an agency position on the proposals and assess the possible impact on the transportation program operations.
  • Served as the Unit Supply Sergeant responsible for the request, receipt, issue, and accountability, of individual, organizational, installation, and expendable supplies and equipment; operates unit level computer (ULC); schedules and performs preventive and organizational maintenance on weapons and other sensitive items; posts transactions to property books and transaction files; initiates financial liability investigations of property loss (FLIPL); responsible for $4.7 million worth of organizational and theater provided equipment; responsible for the training and personal welfare of one Soldier.

Education

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Central Texas College
Killeen, TX
2003

Skills

  • Route optimization
  • Transportation activity management
  • Distribution and warehousing
  • Carrier negotiations

Timeline

Logistics Manager

FEMA
02.2019 - Current

Receiving Manager

FEMA
10.2018 - 12.2018

Shipping and Receiving Manager

FEMA
09.2018 - 10.2018

Shipping and Receiving Manager

FEMA
10.2017 - 07.2018

Materials Manager

U.S. Steel
02.2012 - 12.2017

Material Coordinator

Alabama Aircraft Industries
01.2000 - 12.2011

Automated Logistical Specialist (92A)

US Army
06.1991 - 12.2005

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Central Texas College

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