Gerard Bethea
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
U.S. Navy Logistics Specialist (E-5) with 7+ years of experience in warehouse operations, supply chain management, and defense logistics. Proven leader supervising personnel, managing high-volume inventory, and supporting mission-critical operations. Skilled in coordinating with DLA, tracking high-priority materials, and maintaining accurate financial and inventory records. Experienced in fast-paced, high-accountability environments.
Tech-savvy Logistics Specialist with deep proficiency in ERP, supply chain, and logistics software. Quick-thinking, solution-minded manager adept at identifying problems in the early stages. Will relocate to any U.S. city for a challenging position in the field.
Organized logistics coordinator offers top talents in inventory and quality control, records maintenance and procedure enhancement. Methodical and logical professional with several years of comprehensive experience facilitating and overseeing supply chain operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics Specialist (E-5)
U.S. Navy
San Diego, USA
02.2019 - 08.2026
- Supervised warehouse operations and led 14 personnel, managing receipt and issuance of ~1,100 items weekly with minimal discrepancies.
- Supported defense logistics operations as customer service liaison for DLA, ship maintenance teams, and priority material requests.
- Managed and tracked 1,400+ requisitions weekly, ensuring timely delivery and accountability of mission-critical supplies.
- Expedited materials across supply chains to meet operational deadlines and improve readiness.
- Maintained financial records, inventory logs, and tracking systems in compliance with military standards.
- Operated warehouse equipment and systems as a certified forklift operator and logistics representative.
- Coordinated with multiple departments to support large-scale supply operations and inventory management.
- Coordinated logistics operations for military supplies and equipment transportation.
- Provided logistics support during training exercises and operational deployments.
- Trained junior personnel on logistics protocols and best practices for operations.
- Coordinated and monitored the transportation of goods between warehouses, customers, vendors, and other locations.
- Utilized software programs to track shipments from origin to destination.
- Logged, processed, and followed up on merchandise authorization shipments in databases.
- Organized and managed the inventory of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Resolved any discrepancies related to product quality or quantity issues upon delivery.
- Coordinated import and export operations, adhering to tight schedules and deadlines.
- Managed inbound and outbound delivery schedules for optimal flow of goods.
- Analyzed customer orders to determine optimal shipping routes and methods.
- Developed and maintained relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Created detailed reports on logistics operations, including cost analysis, shipment tracking, and performance metrics.
- Processed sales orders and completed bookkeeping, purchasing, tracking and credit application tasks.
- Strengthened operational efficiencies by developing organizational filing systems for invoices, customer orders and contract records.
- Participated in logistics planning and forecasting activities to meet future demand effectively.
- Explained proposed solutions to customers and management through oral presentations and written proposals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interactive Technology
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL03.2025
High School Diploma -
Stony Point High School
01.2018
Skills
- Jira/Confluence
- Warehouse Operations
- Inventory Control
- Supply Chain Logistics
- Financial Tracking
- Material Expediting
- Logistics Representative Qualified
- Leadership
- Cross-Functional Coordination
- Inventory management
- Supply chain coordination
- Logistics planning
- Customer service
- Forklift operation
- Cost analysis
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Training junior personnel
- Account managing
- Updating logs
- Materials handling
- Delivery inspection
- Warehousing and delivery
- Database management
- Warehouse management
- Team oversight
- Inspecting goods
- Proficient with [logistics software]
- Distribution management
- Shipment coordinating
- Scheduling coordination
- Shipping documentation
- Sales support
Certification
- Forklift
- Logistics Representative
- RSUPPLY
- Intermediate Leadership Course
- Secret Clearance
Accomplishments
- 2 Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medals
Timeline
Logistics Specialist (E-5)
U.S. Navy
02.2019 - 08.2026
High School Diploma -
Stony Point High School
Bachelor of Science - Interactive Technology
Full Sail University