Curtis Edward Bennett
Lacey,WA
Summary
Results-driven logistics professional with 9 years of experience in supply chain management and inventory control. Proven ability to optimize resources, maintain operational readiness, and ensure seamless supply operations. Recognized for strong team collaboration, adaptability, and reliable performance in dynamic environments. Skilled in procurement, inventory management systems, and strategic planning.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Supply Sergeant
United States Army
09.2023 - Current
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by reorganizing storage areas for ease of access and improved efficiency.
- Maintained open lines of communication between suppliers, transportation providers, and end-users to ensure smooth delivery schedules.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the supply department through regular feedback and process evaluations.
- Prepared detailed reports on inventory levels, usage trends, and procurement activities to inform decision-making at higher levels of command.
- Contributed to budget management through careful planning and control of allocated funds for supply needs.
- Mentored and guided supply team members on solving problems related to accountability and meet regulatory requirements.
- Determined, rectified, and noted performance factors by identifying trends affecting supply accountability.
- Provided briefings and monthly communications to promote property acquisition, accountability and regulatory compliance.
- Trained, guided and onboarded agents and new employees in such areas as acquisition, government accounting, lifecycle management and property disposal.
- Improved operating efficiency of forward operating battle units.
- Managed and maintained synchronization of supply chains for procurement of goods and services.
- Achieved compliance with audit performance requirements.
- Managed non-expendable government-owned property in district.
- Evaluated supply policies, plans and procedures to identify inefficiencies and problems impacting logistics operations and supply accountability.
- Revised customer assistance materials to communicate compliance with new directives while improving operations and guidance.
- Provided training for acquisition, government accounting, lifecycle management and property disposal for new employees and government receiving agents.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
- Supervised personnel in daily tasks, fostering an environment of teamwork and collaboration among team members.
- Collaborated with other departments to address any supply discrepancies or issues that arose during operations.
- Reduced supply shortages by conducting regular audits and maintaining accurate records of all unit assets.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
Supply Sergeant
U.S Army
10.2021 - 09.2023
- Appointed as the Government Purchase Card Holder.
- Securing the card/account.
- Maintaining records relating to all transactions.
- Using the card/account ethically and appropriately.
- Identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Implemented a preventative maintenance program for equipment, reducing downtime due to malfunctions or repairs.
- Reduced order processing time by implementing an automated tracking system.
- Contributed towards achieving sustainability goals by identifying and implementing environmentally friendly procurement practices.
- Issued items to soldiers and kept detailed records.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers, fostering trust and reliability in transactions.
- Trained junior staff members on proper handling of sensitive materials, enhancing overall safety measures within the department.
- Coordinated with vendors and negotiated contracts, resulting in cost savings and better service quality.
- Developed and implemented inventory control procedures to minimize stock discrepancies and losses.
- Handled emergency situations effectively, securing vital resources during unexpected shortages or crises without compromising operational continuity.
- Assisted in the development of annual budgets for the supply department based on historical data analysis and projected needs assessment.
- Collaborated with other departments to fulfill their supply requirements while adhering to budget constraints.
- Maintained audit trails to adhere to performance requirements.
- Trained and coached supply team members on issues concerning Installation Property Accountability to achieve compliance, cost savings and efficiencies.
- Supervised handling of deliverables and contract closeouts.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
Supply Clerk
U.S Army
10.2018 - 10.2021
- Inspected items to identify problems and worked with supervisors or vendors to correct issues.
- Unpacked and stored deliveries quickly to maintain an efficient work environment.
- Coordinated and distributed back orders to meet customer needs.
- Collected and disposed of excess stock, defective items or obsolete materials.
- Operated equipment such as forklift and pallet jack to move and organize stock.
- Conducted monthly inventory inspections, accounting for stock in the computer database $10,000,000.
- Thoroughly cleans tools and equipment to ensure longevity of use.
- Processed and stamps boxes and tagged individual items based on planned distribution.
- Reviewed incoming orders and assigned work appropriately to subordinates.
- Professionally consult with customers to understand their desires and suggest the best products to meet their needs.
- Continuously classified and filed records to keep the system efficient and all information organized.
- Moved heavy boxes, containers and pallets with the use of hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Conducted turn ins for automation equipment $6,000,000.
Supply Sergeant
U.S. Army
02.2016 - 10.2018
- Order, receive, organize, and issue our supplies using the GCSS-Army system.
- Controlled the company commander’s hand receipt making sure there was an inventory on his property once a month.
- Signed for and maintained multiple pieces of equipment $2,000,000.
- Conducted multiple inventories on equipment that needed to be turned in $48,200,000.
- Oversaw 4 employees and delegated task down in an organized manner.
- Moved heavy boxes, containers and pallets with the use of hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Consulted with customers to understand their desires and suggest the best products to meet their needs.
- Continuously classified and filed records to keep the system efficient and all information organized.
Education
High School Diploma -
Littlerock High School
Littlerock, CASkills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Vendor negotiation
- Hazardous materials handling
- Stock control
- Scheduling operations
- Shipping and receiving
- Preventive Maintenance
- Cost reduction
- Order checking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Inventory counts
- Record keeping
- Relationship building
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
- Management experience
- Cost analysis
- Customer service
- Multitasking Abilities
- SAPGUI System trained
- Organizational
- Attention to detail
- Supply chain management
- Inventory management
- Logistics coordination
- Procurement processes
- Equipment maintenance
- Warehouse optimization
- Regulatory compliance
- Team leadership
- Employee training
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Supply chain coordination
- Budget management
- Government procurement
Education Certifications
- High School Diploma, Littlerock High School, Littlerock, CA
- GCSS-Army Intermediate Navigation
- Data Mining
- GCSS-Army Basic Navigation
- GCSS-Army Organizational Supply Overview
- GCSS-Army Overview
- Unit Supply Course (Sustainment)
- S4 Course (Fielding)
- Using the End User Manual- Plus (EUM+) Portal
- Small Arms Course
- Leadership Course
Timeline
Unit Supply Sergeant
United States Army
09.2023 - Current
Supply Sergeant
U.S Army
10.2021 - 09.2023
Supply Clerk
U.S Army
10.2018 - 10.2021
Supply Sergeant
U.S. Army
02.2016 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Littlerock High School
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