James M. Sides
Summary
Experienced operations manager with a proven track record in managing large-scale logistics and team development. Skilled in enhancing efficiency through strategic planning and cross-functional leadership. Adept at risk management and cultivating relationships to support mission-critical objectives. Holds active Top Secret TS/SCI Clearance
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Artillery Officer
United States Army
08.2014 - 05.2026
Operations Manager
U.S. Army Combined Arms Command
Fort Leavenworth, KS
06.2025 - 05.2026
- Managed operational strategy for a 50,000-member organization, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Orchestrated complex operations with 19 subordinate organizations across the United States to meet strategic priorities.
- Contributed to crisis-action teams responding to three real-world contingencies.
Partner Relationship Manager
U.S. Army Pacific Command
Yokota Air Base, Japan
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Negotiated air support and logistics priorities, securing airlift for 15 critical Army and international missions.
- Coordinated with multiple military branches to enhance mission success through effective communication and logistics planning.
Director of Operations
82nd Airborne Division
Fort Bragg, NC
12.2021 - 05.2023
- Commanded a 106-personnel organization, enhancing safety and operational performance aligned with strategic objectives.
- Directed unit activities, securing certification for worldwide no-notice deployments through rigorous training.
Lead Strategic Planner
82nd Airborne Division
Fort Bragg, NC
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Led operations for a diverse team, achieving enhanced safety and performance through rigorous training programs.
- Developed strategic plans for integration of resources in a complex international environment, optimizing mission readiness.
Director of Logistics
82nd Airborne Division
Fort Bragg, NC
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Managed end-to-end supply chain from forecasting to distribution, ensuring high operational tempo and achieving zero mission failures during critical operations.
- Directed logistics operations to support dynamic organizational needs, ensuring seamless supply chain management.
Education
Master of Operational Studies -
Command And General Staff College
Ft. Leavenworth, KS06-2025
Bachelor of Science - Leadership
Texas A&M
College Station, TX05-2014
Skills
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Team Leadership
- Personnel training
- Performance Management
- Communication
- Cross-functional Leadership
- Workflow Prioritization
- Global Logistics Management
- Asset Management
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Risk Assessment
- Data Analysis
- Public speaking
- Inter-Agency Coordination
- Technical Reporting
- Operational Continuity Planning
Accomplishments
- Meritorious Service Medal x 2
- Army Commendation Medal x 5
- Army Achievement Medal
- Air Force Achievement Medal
- Combat Action Badge
- Parachute Badge
- Air Assault Badge
- Published "Devil is in the Details" in the Field Artillery Journal
Timeline
Operations Manager
U.S. Army Combined Arms Command
06.2025 - 05.2026
Partner Relationship Manager
U.S. Army Pacific Command
06.2023 - 07.2024
Director of Operations
82nd Airborne Division
12.2021 - 05.2023
Lead Strategic Planner
82nd Airborne Division
03.2020 - 12.2021
Director of Logistics
82nd Airborne Division
04.2019 - 03.2020
Field Artillery Officer
United States Army
08.2014 - 05.2026
Master of Operational Studies -
Command And General Staff College
Bachelor of Science - Leadership
Texas A&M