DeOntrae Smith
1605 Flint River Place,GA
Summary
Recent United States Army Veteran with foundational knowledge in Supply Chain Management and Logistics, equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. A highly dependable professional with 15 years of progressive experience managing inventory, procurement, personnel, and operations within large, fast-paced organizations. Proven leader with experience supervising teams, controlling high-value assets, coordinating logistics across multiple locations, and improving accountability and compliance. Background includes supply operations, food service management, recruiting, and workforce development. Currently completing a Bachelor's degree of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Supply Chain Management and Logistics.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Supply and Operations Sergeant
U.S. Army Active Duty
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
03.2024 - 01.2026
- Led end-to-end supply and logistics operations supporting a large organization, ensuring uninterrupted mission readiness.
- Managed accountability, storage, distribution, and maintenance of high-value equipment and General Services Administration (GSA) Non-tactical Vehicle Fleet with zero loss findings.
- Coordinated logistics planning across multiple departments and external partners, extending my influence far beyond my chain of command.
- Conducted audits, reconciliations, and corrective actions to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Drafted and published tasking orders for a large fast-paced, high tempo corporation while adhering to the regulatory guidance of the Command Supply Discipline Program (CSDP).
Recruiter
U.S. Army Recruiting Command
Cumming, GA
10.2020 - 03.2024
- Led recruitment initiatives to attract diverse candidates for military service, conducting phone and face-to-face interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience, and aptitudes.
- Developed and implemented strategic outreach programs targeting high schools, community colleges, parents, educators, and community officials.
- Collaborated with team members to refine recruitment strategies, improving applicant quality and retention rates.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to enhance community engagement and recruitment efforts.
Unit Supply Sergeant
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Riley, KS
08.2014 - 10.2020
- Managed supply inventory, ensuring timely availability of critical materials with a value of over $30 million worth of organizational equipment.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment distribution, optimizing delivery schedules, reducing downtime, and conducting supply transactions using the Global Combat Support System-Army (GCSS-A).
- Supervised team in compliance with safety regulations, enhancing operational efficiency, workplace safety, and incorporated master resiliency training into the daily workflow of the company.
- Developed training programs for new staff and the installation's pregnancy/post-partum training program, improving onboarding process and knowledge retention.
Food Service Specialist
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Polk, LA
08.2011 - 08.2014
- Managed food preparation and service operations to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on food handling techniques and customer service protocols.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, enhancing accuracy in stock levels and reducing waste.
- Developed hands-on training materials for new hires, coordinated schedules and logistics improving onboarding efficiency and consistency across teams, while maintaining continuous service operations.
- Managed and maintained the field feeding equipment to include a Mobilized Kitchen Trailer, a Containerized Kitchen, and a Field Sanitation Center valued at over $2 million.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Purdue University
West Lafayette, INAssociate of Science -
Barton Community College
Fort Riley, KS12-2015
Skills
Team Leadership & Training
Equal Opportunity & Workplace Compliance
Inventory & Asset Management
Warehouse & Property Accountability
Customer & Stakeholder Relations
Attention to detail
Flexible & Adaptable
Dependable & Responsible
Organization & Time Management
Critical Thinking & Computer Skills
Timeline
Senior Supply and Operations Sergeant
U.S. Army Active Duty
03.2024 - 01.2026
Recruiter
U.S. Army Recruiting Command
10.2020 - 03.2024
Unit Supply Sergeant
U.S. Army Active Duty
08.2014 - 10.2020
Food Service Specialist
U.S. Army Active Duty
08.2011 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Purdue University
Associate of Science -
Barton Community College