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Colton Lewis

Nashville,TN

Summary

A proven, thorough, and perceptive leader with the ability to analyze complex problems that require decisive solutions. Has effectively overseen high profile accounts and programs requiring responsibility for international relationships to include both personnel and budget accountability. A natural leader, with an emphasis on managing his team through perseverance, always paving the way by example first to achieve precise results.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Distribution Manager

Crawford Electric Supply
Nashville , TN
03.2024 - Current
  • Negotiated contracts with third party providers such as trucking companies or customs brokers.
  • Evaluated customer complaints regarding product delivery or quality issues and ensured timely resolution.
  • Provided guidance on carrier selection, routing optimization, shipment consolidation.
  • Maintained relationships with vendors, suppliers and carriers to secure competitive pricing for freight services.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, safety standards and government regulations related to transportation of goods.
  • Supervised the shipping, receiving and storage operations at all warehouses within the region.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to reduce distribution costs while improving customer service levels.
  • Coached warehouse personnel on proper methods for handling incoming and outgoing products safely.
  • Investigated potential discrepancies between invoices received from carriers versus actual shipments delivered.
  • Collaborated with sales team members to develop strategic solutions for meeting customer needs.
  • Assisted in budgeting process by providing estimates of freight costs associated with each shipment.
  • Created detailed reports on performance metrics for senior management review.
  • Analyzed data related to regional distribution activities, identified trends and made recommendations for improvements.
  • Examined expenditures to develop plans and budgets for increasing profits or improving services.
  • Supported senior leadership by accurately reporting monthly and annual sales, P&L and staff efficiency reports.

Drill Sergeant

US Army Reserve
Columbia, SC
08.2015 - Current
  • Enforced standards of conduct in accordance with Army regulations.
  • Served as an example for recruits in terms of following proper protocol at all times.
  • Assessed the progress of trainees throughout their basic combat training cycle.
  • Directed safety protocols during all drills, physical fitness sessions, and other activities.
  • Provided feedback on performance evaluations for each recruit upon completion of the course.
  • Instructed basic combat training drills to new recruits.
  • Administered tests to evaluate the knowledge acquired by trainees during their program.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
  • Organized and supervised field exercises and live fire training missions.
  • Inspected weapons qualifications of soldiers in assigned units.
  • Encouraged team building activities among recruits as part of their overall development as a soldier.
  • Provided guidance on military regulations, customs, and courtesies.
  • Motivated soldiers through positive reinforcement techniques designed to build confidence and self-esteem.

Logistics Manager

Crawford Electric Supply
Nashville, Tennessee
03.2021 - 03.2024
  • Identified areas of improvement in existing logistics systems using data analytics tools.
  • Assigned tasks and projects to team members based on their experience level and skillset.
  • Provided guidance on best practices for warehousing operations based on industry standards.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries of goods.
  • Negotiated contracts with carriers for optimal pricing on transportation services.
  • Monitored inventory levels and initiated re-stocking processes when necessary.
  • Reviewed invoices from carriers and vendors for accuracy prior to processing payments.
  • Resolved customer complaints related to shipping issues or delays in transit times.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, safety regulations and applicable laws.
  • Investigated claims of damaged cargo or lost shipments in order to determine cause and remedy.
  • Developed and managed logistics strategies to improve the efficiency of operations.
  • Maintained relationships with key stakeholders like customers, suppliers, distributors.
  • Managed day-to-day operations related to receiving, storing, packing, shipping merchandise.
  • Collaborated with other departments to develop strategies that align with company objectives.
  • Collaborated effectively in cross-functional team-oriented environment.
  • Led and managed projects to support logistics efforts and plans.
  • Managed budget with company leadership, analyzing previous purchases and forecasting future requirements.
  • Strengthened operational efficiencies by developing organizational filing systems for invoices, customer orders and contract records.
  • Developed strong rapport through effective client needs assessment and commitment to top satisfaction levels.

Foreign Liaison Officer

US Army
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
07.2020 - 09.2021
  • Direct interactions with foreign military generals and diplomats, providing updates, circumventing issues, managing relationships with US DoD schools, budgetary management, and advising foreign Program Managers and State Department personnel.
  • Selected by Program Manager to maintain personal oversight of all foreign military personnel attending US DoD schools, as well as multiple follow-on training assignments throughout the US.
  • Built a 16-week international counterterrorism course to prepare foreign soldiers for high-profile military schools, such as Army Ranger and BUDs. Personally engineered the capstone assessment to validate students, to relocate to train in the US.
  • Train, advise, and equip foreign security forces as a valued security cooperation partner in order to set a regional standard that delivers unique security assistance solutions in a lasting partnership.
  • Planned and evaluated Ranger training, to include, but not limited to, American and foreign weapons employment, physical fitness training, breaching, Fast Rope Insertion Extraction System (FRIES), as well as small unit tactics.
  • Adapted to significant language and cultural barriers, remaining flexible and working in a dynamic and diverse environment, ranging from training foreign ground forces to foreign military sales contract management.

Infantry Team Leader

US Army
Arlington, Virginia
04.2011 - 08.2015
  • Conducted debriefings after each operation to identify lessons learned from previous engagements.
  • Developed contingency plans for various scenarios based on current intelligence reports.
  • Maintained situational awareness of enemy activity in order to adjust tactics accordingly.
  • Identified areas requiring further training within the unit and developed appropriate courses of action.
  • Assisted in the development of individual soldier's skills by providing guidance and instruction during training exercises.
  • Enforced regulations regarding discipline among subordinate soldiers ensuring good order and conduct.
  • Managed logistical support for all team activities including equipment maintenance, transportation, food supply, and ammunition resupply.
  • Monitored team morale levels and provided counseling when necessary for improved performance.
  • Directed fire teams in engaging targets accurately while minimizing collateral damage.
  • Conducted mission planning and rehearsals with subordinate soldiers to ensure successful completion of assigned missions.
  • Analyzed terrain data gathered from reconnaissance missions in order to provide tactical recommendations.
  • Coordinated with higher headquarters on mission objectives, operational plans, and personnel assignments.
  • Commanded oversight and tactical planning to streamline operations and enhance emergency preparedness procedures.
  • Educated junior infantrymen in tactics, weapons handling, and field survival skills.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of ambushes and raids against enemy forces.
  • Led small teams in tactical operations under stressful conditions.
  • Adapted to rapidly changing tactical situations to achieve mission objectives.
  • Participated in airborne operations including parachute training and jumps.
  • Applied critical thinking and analysis skills to evaluate intelligence data and other variables to plan course of action.

Education

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL

Associate of Science - History

Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TN

Skills

  • Transportation Management
  • Demand forecasting
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Staff Development
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Route Planning
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Operational Planning
  • Performance Evaluation
  • SAP
  • Operational Oversight

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Regional Distribution Manager

Crawford Electric Supply
03.2024 - Current

Logistics Manager

Crawford Electric Supply
03.2021 - 03.2024

Foreign Liaison Officer

US Army
07.2020 - 09.2021

Drill Sergeant

US Army Reserve
08.2015 - Current

Infantry Team Leader

US Army
04.2011 - 08.2015

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Hinds Community College

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Pensacola State College

Associate of Science - History

Nashville State Community College

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