Donald R. Grant
Prince Frederick,USA
Summary
Results-driven Logistics Readiness Officer with over 15 years of experience in logistics and supply chain management, specializing in aircraft systems support and mission-critical operations. Proven expertise in managing high-priority requisitions, life-cycle repair processes, and hazardous material handling to ensure operational readiness. Skilled in leveraging logistics systems such as SAP GCSS-Army and GFEBS to optimize supply chain efficiency and reduce repair cycle times. Adept at leading diverse teams in dynamic environments, including joint-service operations in the National Capital Region. Eager to bring leadership, technical acumen, and a passion for operational excellence to Northrop Grumman's Armament Systems Business Unit.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Survey Section Lead
33rd WMD-CST
Washington, USA
04.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: Weapons of Mass Destruction - Civil Support Team
- Managed $25M in CBRN equipment and specialized response vehicles, utilizing SAP's GCSS-Army system to streamline supply chain processes
- Achieved a 20% reduction in processing times, enhancing mission-critical operational efficiency
- Reviewed and approved 120 government purchase requests valued at $2.8M as Billing Official, ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations through SAP's General Fund Enterprise Business System (GFEBS)
- Directed and executed a $6M Military Interdepartmental Purchase Request (MIPR) for DLA-Tailored Logistics Support Programs (TLSP), optimizing procurement workflows, improving supplier coordination, and ensuring timely resource allocation
- Weapons of Mass Destruction - Civil Support Team
Senior Logistician
33rd WMD-CST
Washington, USA
05.2018 - 04.2021
- Company Overview: Weapons of Mass Destruction - Civil Support Team
- Managed 5 National Guard Bureau-directed equipment fielding, and modifications estimated worth $21M
- Established GSA Fleet Management program for nine Emergency Response vehicles; created a Federal Licensing program; observed fuel usage; generated equipment status reporting procedures to oversee repairs
- Instrumental in the development of the Government Purchasing program; implemented the use of SAP's GFEBS (Asset Allocation System)
- Weapons of Mass Destruction - Civil Support Team
Inventory and Inspection NCOIC
113TH LRS
JB Andrews, USA
05.2017 - 04.2018
- Company Overview: Logistics Readiness Squadron -113th Air Wing
- Planned, scheduled, and performed warehouse inventories; accounted for over 3.2K equipment items worth $10.4M, ensuring a 96% accuracy rate
- Implemented Physical Inspection program; conducted Care of Supplies in Storage inspections
- Logistics Readiness Squadron -113th Air Wing
Firepower Directorate Logistics Technician II
Wolf Creek Federal Services
Aberdeen Proving Ground, USA
03.2015 - 05.2017
- Company Overview: Army Test Center (ATC) - Firepower Directorate designs and tests munitions, ballistics, and explosions
- Provided support to the Army Test Center's Firepower Director on logistics and operational requirements, managing inventories and supporting 23 engineers and 31 contractors
- Coordinated with Firepower's Test Director to improve the IUID system for equipment accountability
- Army Test Center (ATC) - Firepower Directorate designs and tests munitions, ballistics, and explosions
Inventory Management NCOIC
U.S. Air Force (Active Component)
Little Rock AFB, USA
03.2011 - 09.2014
- Company Overview: Logistics Readiness Squadron - Air Mobility Command
- Led a five-member team; inventoried and accounted for 340K equipment items valued at $90M on schedule and ensured a stellar 98% accuracy rate
- Supervised personnel to accomplish revitalization of three vital Aircraft Kits worth $23M; resolved 324 discrepancies valued at $460K, thus enabling 5.5K sorties while deployed in Bagram AB, Afghanistan
- Logistics Readiness Squadron - Air Mobility Command
Materiel Management Journeyman/PACAF
U.S. Air Force (Active Component)
Kadena AB, Japan
11.2006 - 03.2011
- Company Overview: 353rd Special Operations Group Maintenance Squadron (Mar 2007 - Mar 2011) - 51st Logistic Readiness Squadron (Mar 2011 - Mar 2012)
- Overhauled nine Military Reserve Spare Package equipment accounts valued at $17M; resolved 14 discrepancies, achieved 97% fill rate
- Upgraded warehouse floor plan layout: corresponded with multiple sections to reorganize 47 bulk storage line items valued at $3.1M, gained 1.7K square feet of storage space
- 353rd Special Operations Group Maintenance Squadron (Mar 2007 - Mar 2011) - 51st Logistic Readiness Squadron (Mar 2011 - Mar 2012)
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA Candidate
University of Maryland, R.H. Smith School of Business
College Park, MD05.2025
Graduate Certificate - Technology Management
University of Maryland, R.H. Smith School of Business
College Park, MD05.2024
Graduate Certificate - Acquisition & Supply Chain Management
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Management Studies, Finance Concentration
Park University
Little Rock AFB, AR03.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Community College of the Air Force (CCAF)
Maxwell AFB, AL09.2014
Skills
- Teamwork and communication
- Supply chain management
- Production deadline management
- Team collaboration
- Analytical thinking
Additionalinformation - Securityclearance
Active Secret Clearance
Accomplishments
- Streamlined the Military Interdepartmental Purchase Request (MIPR) process using DLA Troop Support programs, resulting in improved CBRN detection and identification equipment acquisition.
- Developed and implemented a maintenance program for Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) equipment, GSA Fleet, and government assets.
- Strategic advisor to the Unit Commander on Survey operations and often serves D.C. National Guard's Liaison Officer during National Special Security Events in the National Capital Region.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Survey Section Lead
33rd WMD-CST
04.2021 - Current
Senior Logistician
33rd WMD-CST
05.2018 - 04.2021
Inventory and Inspection NCOIC
113TH LRS
05.2017 - 04.2018
Firepower Directorate Logistics Technician II
Wolf Creek Federal Services
03.2015 - 05.2017
Inventory Management NCOIC
U.S. Air Force (Active Component)
03.2011 - 09.2014
Materiel Management Journeyman/PACAF
U.S. Air Force (Active Component)
11.2006 - 03.2011
Master of Business Administration - MBA Candidate
University of Maryland, R.H. Smith School of Business
Graduate Certificate - Technology Management
University of Maryland, R.H. Smith School of Business
Graduate Certificate - Acquisition & Supply Chain Management
University of Maryland Global Campus
Bachelor of Science - Management Studies, Finance Concentration
Park University
Associate of Applied Science - Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Community College of the Air Force (CCAF)
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