Devante Smith
Summary
Dedicated logistics professional with a decade of hands-on experience in the U.S. Navy, driven by a commitment to excellence in supply chain management and quality assurance. Green Belt certified and holding an active DoD security clearance, I am eager to bring my expertise in optimizing operations, leading teams, and delivering results to a Senior Logistics Specialist or Logistics Analyst role. My goal is to continue making a meaningful impact by ensuring efficiency, compliance, and success in every mission.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Logistics Specialist / Supply Division Leading Chief Petty Officer
United States Navy
01.2023 - Current
- Optimized supply chain management by overseeing inventory control, financial management, and system analysis within the Relational Supply Unit System, ensuring compliance with federal standards and audit readiness
- Implemented policies to enhance inventory and financial record control, driving operational efficiency and reducing discrepancies
- Led and mentored a team of logistics specialists, improving procedural adherence and team performance through strategic guidance and process optimization
Supply Chain Management & Quality Assurance Lead
United States Navy
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Spearheaded logistics and quality assurance for USS Arlington’s 2022 Deployment, managing $7.1M in assets with 100% inventory accountability
- Ensured DOD regulatory compliance by conducting audits, identifying non-conformance, and implementing corrective measures in postal and supply chain operations
- Developed SOPs that elevated operational standards, contributing to continuous quality improvement and successful audit outcomes
Procurement & Logistics Lead / Logistics Analyst
United States Navy
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Directed procurement and storage of $12M in mission-critical materials, ensuring timely support for naval operations and full audit compliance
- Managed government card purchases, aligning procurement activities with updated policies to maintain audit readiness
- Conducted in-depth analysis of logistics programs and financial systems, improving accuracy in inventory control and financial reconciliation
Junior Logistics Analyst / Seaman Recruit-Third Class Petty Officer
United States Navy
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Led material procurement and distribution of government resources across multiple countries, ensuring compliance with security protocols
- Overhauled key control and inventory processes, boosting efficiency and achieving successful inspection results
- Trained junior personnel in logistics procedures, enhancing team proficiency and reducing errors
Education
Supply Chain Management, Logistics & Maritime -
Tidewater Community College
01.2026
Relational Supply Unit Advance Technical Specialist -
Naval Education and Training Command
01.2023
Safety and Occupational Health -
Naval Safety Environmental Training Center
01.2023
Fundamentals of Systems Acquisition Management -
Defense Acquisition University (DAU)
01.2022
Life Cycle Logistics -
DAU
01.2020
Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics Analysis
- Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Team Leadership & Development
- Procurement & Contract Management
- Process Improvement & Data Analysis
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, 05/24
- DoD Government-Wide Commercial Purchase Card Approving Official, 05/24
- Active DoD Secret Security Clearance, 05/24
Timeline
Senior Logistics Specialist / Supply Division Leading Chief Petty Officer
United States Navy
01.2023 - Current
Supply Chain Management & Quality Assurance Lead
United States Navy
01.2021 - 01.2023
Procurement & Logistics Lead / Logistics Analyst
United States Navy
01.2017 - 01.2020
Junior Logistics Analyst / Seaman Recruit-Third Class Petty Officer
United States Navy
01.2014 - 01.2016
Supply Chain Management, Logistics & Maritime -
Tidewater Community College
Relational Supply Unit Advance Technical Specialist -
Naval Education and Training Command
Safety and Occupational Health -
Naval Safety Environmental Training Center
Fundamentals of Systems Acquisition Management -
Defense Acquisition University (DAU)
Life Cycle Logistics -
DAU
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