Jason L. Blackwell
Harvest,AL
Summary
Dynamic Supply Chain Consultant with a proven track record at PPG Aero, excelling in inventory control and vendor management. Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing material movement and enhancing operational efficiency. Adept at data analysis and team leadership, driving impactful results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supply Chain Consultant (Contractor)
PPG Aero
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Created warehouse layout for over 10,000 line items and established new processes for material lifecycle management.
- Established relationships with new vendors for procurement and transportation departments.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to optimize material movement and efficiency.
Logistics Manager for North America
Kommerling
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Managed the logistics and supply chain functions across North America, managing over $80 million in assets.
- Provided daily communication and coordination within a multiple shift operation.
- Analyzed shipping methods, material forecasting, and consumption trends to enhance operational efficiency.
- Created mapping processes and documentation containing specifications, engineering reports, plans, and procedures.
- Conducted meetings with executives and maintained relationships with vendors and customers throughout North America.
Project Manager
RSS
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Managed multiple projects with over 300 employees across multiple sites enhancing quality assurance, performance initiatives and company KPI's.
- Developed SOPs to improve production and operational processes.
- Hired and trained new personnel on warehouse operations, procurement, time keeping and transportation procedures.
- Acted as the main liaison with our customers, providing timely updates and resolving issues to ensure program milestones are met.
Research and Development Logistics (Contractor)
Kraft Heinz
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Supported logistics operations, tracking equipment and products throughout the supply chain.
- Conducted audits and managed logistics programs related to procurement and transportation.
- Provided weekly reports to management on process improvements and challenges.
Stores Attendant Supervisor
American Electric Power
01.2005 - 01.2017
- Managed personnel and warehouse operations, ensuring efficiency in shipping, receiving, and inventory management.
- Conducted cost analyses and developed specifications for equipment acquisitions.
Logistics Supervisor (Contractor)
Haliburton
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Coordinated redeployment of U.S. military units, training personnel on compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with military officials to enhance the R&R program during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Logistics Manager (Contractor)
Urban Efficiency LLC
01.1999 - 01.2003
- Managed receiving, shipping, material handling, and purchasing, implementing MRP and MPS systems.
Class IV Logistics Manager
U.S. Army
01.1993 - 01.1998
- Managed inventory and supply operations, ensuring compliance with logistical policies and regulations.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Inventory Control
- Transportation Management
- Continuous Improvement Initiatives (Kaizen)
- Team Leadership and Development
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Vendor Management
- MS Application Office Suite including Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint
- Project management
Certification
- Building Analyst Professional, Building Performance Institute, Inc., 2017
- Standard Army Maintenance System (SAMS), 1994
- Various logistics and contracting certifications, 1993-1998
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Supply Chain Consultant (Contractor)
PPG Aero
03.2025 - 09.2025
Logistics Manager for North America
Kommerling
06.2023 - 01.2025
Project Manager
RSS
01.2019 - 01.2023
Research and Development Logistics (Contractor)
Kraft Heinz
01.2017 - 01.2019
Stores Attendant Supervisor
American Electric Power
01.2005 - 01.2017
Logistics Supervisor (Contractor)
Haliburton
01.2003 - 01.2005
Logistics Manager (Contractor)
Urban Efficiency LLC
01.1999 - 01.2003
Class IV Logistics Manager
U.S. Army
01.1993 - 01.1998
Bachelor's Degree - Business Management
University of Phoenix