Jennifer Burnett
Washington,IL
Summary
Experienced Supply Chain Management Specialist with in-depth knowledge of logistics process, including both retail and wholesale supply and aircraft maintenance. Leads diverse repair optimization program and assesses current state repair capabilities and capacities for further optimization in support of the Regional Sustainment Framework. Excellent communicator with logistics coordination experience.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisory Supply Management Specialist
United States Air Force
Belleville, IL
06.2017 - Current
- Serves as Headquarters Air Force Program Manager for Repair Network Management
- Oversees and monitors intermediate/base level repair capability and capacity for 15 aircraft fleets and 10 Major Commands
- Regularly reports and briefs progress and program status frequently to various higher levels within MAJCOM and HAF Chains of Command
- Performs supervisory responsibilities for 50+ personnel on a daily basis, including performance evaluations, decorations, awards, determining work schedules (telework and in person), mentoring, development and training for all personnel, both military and civilian (supervisory and non-supervisory)
- Oversees and directs subordinate supervisors and team leads to ensure assigned efforts are accomplished in accordance with strategic guidance and timelines, including an ongoing program expansion effort to expand current oversight to more than 30K aircraft parts
- Manages a diverse team of subject matter experts from both the maintenance and supply career fields in both a geographically separated and in person work environment
- Performs in depth workload analysis to determine the best location for a repair center and which capabilities should reside there
- Provides strategic input to AFSC/CC on future growth and expansion opportunities in support Regional Sustainment Framework (RSF)
- Serves as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) on retail supply/intermediate level maintenance for the Global Enterprise Network for Universal Sustainment (GENUS) initiative within the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC)
- Provides subject matter expertise on the development of standardized and repeatable supply/depot maintenance transactions for first ever GENUS Forward Air Logistics Center Operating Node (FALCON) to ensure Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness (FIAR) compliance
- Provides oversight and task assignment for newly established Repair Network Management Analysis team consisting of 2 Operational Research Analysts and 1 Data Scientist
- Closely collaborates with applicable IT personnel to develop requirements documents and evaluate potential solutions to automate workload that has not been previously automated
- Serves as sole manager of the development and execution of program short and long range goals, objectives, timelines, metrics and reports progress to higher levels on a recurring basis as a Line of Effort Strategic Lead
- Serves as lead for call center/logistics command and control for repair function and facilitates collaborative efforts to help determine most effective and efficient way to resolve production constraints for repair locations across the globe; which may include moving test equipment, parts, or personnel to a specific location that can repair the asset in the most expedient manner
- Works and coordinates with various representatives in multiple locations, time zones and through various means to resolve complex repair issues plaguing weapon system availability across the Air Force
- Receives, evaluates and facilitates new repair concepts/migrations, upgrades and ensures alignment to strategic initiatives to include the RSF.
- Coordinates and approves AD-HOC data requests on a frequent basis for production and repair data from various government systems to include ESCAPE, D035A/K, D043, EXPRESS, ILS-S, G081 and IMDS maintenance systems.
- Maintains close communication with various Major Command, contractor, and other service partners to successfully execute complex repair program objectives/systems
- Serves as lead for program change management efforts to include briefings/presentations at various DoD/Air Force level conferences, development of change management newsletters, videos, etc
- Salary: $135,900.00 USD Per Year
- Hours per week: 40
- Series: 2003 Supply Program Management
- Pay Plan: NH - Business Management And Technical Management Professional
- Grade: 03
- Supervisor: Major Ashley Hardy (618-229-8481)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Supervisory Logistics Management Specialist
United States Air Force
09.2014 - 06.2017
- Planned, organized, and provided strategic direction to the development of 635 Supply Chain Operations Wing (SCOW) Strategic Plan and goals and objectives
- Ensured linkage of internal Strategic Plan to Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) and Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) Strategic Plans
- Coordinated and worked closely with wing personnel and senior management to integrate and implement strategic direction in order to meet commander's intent
- Facilitated development of new policy and methodologies and suggested re-write of policy to incorporate centralized management processes in to regulations and guidance, leading to efficiency and effectiveness
- Exercises personnel responsibilities and oversight to include selection of employees, appraisals, assignments, details and leave
- Oversaw and directed six Repair Network Managers, six strategic planners, and three Quality Assurance personnel
- Planned, organized, and directed functions of subordinates and set and adjust short and long term priorities for team of 15 personnel
- Assigned work to employees based on priorities and capabilities of the subordinate, while also preparing schedules for completion of work
- Mentored, motivated, and appraised subordinates
- Implemented disciplinary actions as needed to include warnings, reprimands, and additional actions as required
- Provided a safe work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation for all fifteen employees in two geographically dispersed locations
- Hours per week: 40
- Series: 0346 Logistics Management
- Pay Plan: NH - Business Management And Technical Management Professional
- Grade: 03
- Supervisor: Mr. Bryan Jerkatis (618-229-8482)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Lead Logistics Management Specialist
United States Air Force
03.2014 - 09.2014
- Served as lead program manager and supply expert for Repair Network Integration (RNI), War Reserve Materiel (WRM), and other classes of supply utilizing various and advanced repair and supply concepts, procedures, and principles such as Intermediate & Depot level maintenance, Centralized Repair Facilities (CRFs) and retail and wholesale supply concepts
- Possessed in depth knowledge and expertise in both supply and inventory management processes and regulations
- On a daily basis, utilized information such as Requisitioning Objectives (RO), MICAP, War Ready Engines (WRE), Backorders, and Customer/Weapon System Priorities, and made recommendations to appropriate organization on repair and spares support for both combat and mobility airframes
- Monitored intermediate level repair production on fleet distributed items and redirected movement to meet mission requirements
- Utilized and analyzed complex supply and inventory management processes in order to provide optimum supply support for all tactical, operational, and strategic level efforts
- Spearheaded business case analysis with Pacific Air Force (PACAF) to perform “first ever” centralization of intermediate and depot level repair in support of PACAF in-theater repairs
- Worked with experts across DoD, Air Force (AF), Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), AFSC and Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) to integrate and promote cross enterprise synchronization of goals and objectives
- Worked closely with AFSC Continued Process Improvement Office (CPI) to perform 8 step problem solving techniques, OODA loop (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act), and various other processes to skillfully implement new supply chain workload for other classes of supply, RNI and WRM workloads
- Participated and led SWOT (Strength, Weakness, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis in support of strategic goals and objectives in order to identify opportunities to increase warfighter support
- Excellent communicator, both orally and in writing, by consistently presenting data driven briefings which are highly recognized by AFSC commander and other MAJCOMs
- Flawlessly presented ‘first ever’ RNI approach briefing to 3 star general bundle
- Represented AFSC at a variety of functions and serves as primary center level representative to many high visibility projects and programs (with all MAJCOMs) while reporting directly to AFSC/LG director and AFSC 3 star commander
- Consistently advised leadership at all levels, to include AFSC center commander (3 star general), AFMC/A4, and HAF A4, on processes and policies required to achieve “Art of the Possible” and develop/achieve AFSC's role as the premier supply chain organization
- Planned, organized, and directed workload and function of personnel assigned to RNI/Supply branch, while compliance with all legal and regulatory guidance was ensured and while continuing to meet customer needs and expectations
- Mentored and assisted employees with growth and developmental opportunities
- Explained performance expectations and provided regular feedback on strengths, weaknesses, and appraised performance while also advising employees regarding policies, procedures and desire of upper leadership
- Hours per week: 40
- Series: 0346 Logistics Management
- Pay Plan: GS - General Schedule
- Grade: 13
- Supervisor: Ms Lynn Arias (deceased)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: No
Management and Program Analyst
United States Air Force
11.2013 - 03.2014
- Hand picked to serve as supply lead for cost effective readiness initiative led by AFSC/CC (3 star general)
- Assisted in Financial Management collaboration and coordination of first ever War Reserve Materials funds centralization process requiring in depth knowledge of funding processes and procedures for each effort
- Assisted in the development of cost effective readiness initiatives to drive savings and efficient repair processes at Air Logistics Complexes within AFSC
- Skillfully communicated with subject matter experts and senior leaders verbally, and in writing on a daily basis across Headquarters Air Force, multiple MAJCOMs, various community leaders and congressional stakeholders
- Assisted in the development and onboarding of Art of the Possible Concepts
- Hours per week: 40
- Series: 0343 Management And Program Analysis
- Pay Plan: GS - General Schedule
- Grade: 12
- Supervisor: Ms. Jennifer Matney (405-819-9397)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Lead Logistics Management Specialist
United States Air Force
10.2012 - 11.2013
- Developed and applied new and advanced principles and transition plans to aid in the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) meeting its goal to manage all class VII and IX supply assets
- Possessed in-depth knowledge of principles of Logistics Management Planning elements such as financial, transportation, warehousing, materiel management, inventory management and supply/demand planning
- Concentrated on medium and long term strategic and logistics processes, such as enterprise governance and standardized processes
- Successfully presented briefings to high-level leaders
- Salary: $0.00 USD Per Year
- Hours per week: 40
- Series: 0346 Logistics Management
- Pay Plan: GS - General Schedule (Ch
- 51, 5 U.S.C.)
- Grade: 12
- Supervisor: Ms
- Teresa Manning (405-739-7622)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Logistics Management Specialist
United States Air Force
03.2010 - 10.2012
- Served as division focal point for supply management, maintenance, and transportation related concerns to generate improved supply support through the Repair Network Integration (RNI) and High Velocity Maintenance (HVM) efforts
- Provided technical assistance on supply operations, particularly for time critical projects and analysis
- Acted as lead project officer on projects involving supply chain management concerns and analysis, requiring the ability to analyze, plan, and adjust actions and operations, in order to meet the program objectives
- Worked closely with financial management organizations on the proper utilization of funding lines
- Utilized Integrated Logistics Support Elements (ILS) and RNI Core Management Processes to ensure optimal warfighter and life cycle support
- Gathered data, analyzed, prioritized, and recommended changes or improvements to existing processes, procedures, and techniques in order to solve problems or adapt to innovative concepts
- Planned, controlled, and directed assigned programs by working with other offices in Headquarters Air Force (HAF), ALC’s (Air Logistics Centers), Headquarters Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), Air Combat Command (ACC), Air Mobility Command (AMC), Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC), Air National Guard (ANG), and Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC)
- Assisted Repair Network Manager in determining yearly repair requirements, developing formal workload allocation plans and performance measures (management indicators), in order to evaluate how the repair network responds to demands
- Utilized information such as Requisitioning Objectives (RO), MICAP, War Ready Engines (WRE), Backorders, and Customer/Weapon System Priorities, to make recommendations on repair and spare asset distribution to best support Aircraft Availability
- Gathered MAJCOM capability and capacity (manpower, equipment, skill levels) in order to develop first ever view of Air Force Repair Enterprise Capability and Capacity
- Interfaced and collaborated across MAJCOMs to best understand repair enterprise capability and capacity in order to make timely repair recommendations
- Conducted analysis of overall repair supportability and made recommendations for serviceable/unserviceable asset distribution to best support repair pipelines
- Developed and established innovative alternatives to manage RNI processes and capabilities, and formulated new policies and procedures for RNI programs
- Hours per week: 40
- Series: 0346 Logistics Management
- Pay Plan: GS - General Schedule
- Grade: 12
- Supervisor: Col John Cartwright (Retired)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Contact me first
Lead Logistics Management Specialist
United States Air Force
05.2008 - 03.2010
- Served as logistics specialist in supply chain and program management
- Planned, scheduled, and conducted complex studies and technical analysis on various current “as-is” processes, procedures, and policies
- Identified problems, defined approaches, established goals, and developed milestones for implementing initiatives to improve business processes and procedures resulting in innovative and improved supply chain support
- Developed criteria for measuring program accomplishment and the extent to which program objectives are attained
- Prepared and delivered oral presentations such as briefings, training sessions, consultations, and strategy sessions with other staff functions and activities to secure cooperation, resolve controversial matters, and convey information relative to supply chain processes
- Represented the organization with a wide variety of installations/functional areas organizations, other services, and industry
- Planned, organized, and directed workload of contractor personnel assigned to division
- Mentored and assisted employees with growth and developmental opportunities
- Explained performance expectations and provided regular feedback on strengths, weaknesses, and appraised performance
- Encouraged self-development and promoted training opportunities for acceleration
- Worked closely with team leads to ensure all work requirements were evenly distributed and matched to applicable skill levels
- Hours per week: 40
- Series: 0346 Logistics Management
- Pay Plan: YA - Standard Career Group – Professional/Analytical Pay Schedule
- Grade: 02
- Supervisor: Ms Dejuana Howie (405-694-9860)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
PALACE Acquire Intern
United States Air Force
01.2005 - 05.2008
- Inventory Management Specialist for 500+ items on B-2 Weapon System
- Monitored overall spares health and directed asset distribution
- Monitored and researched all backorders and Mission Incapable (MICAP)/Not Mission Capable-Supply (NMCS) hours to ensure that Aircraft Availability goals and requisitioning objectives were met
- Utilized Enterprise Supply System (ESS) to identify lateral support opportunities and track MICAP status
- Worked closely with MAJCOM counterparts to evaluate supply and repair posture
- Conducted analysis of overall operational spares support and assessed the impact on mission requirements of the shortage of fleet distributed items
- Prepared purchase requests, performed routine file maintenance, and developed “what-if” scenarios to evaluate supply support
- Expert knowledge of supply management systems including: D035A, D035K, D043, RAMP, SBSS, ESS, and D200A
- Possesses expert knowledge of supply policies, including AFMAN 23-110, and ensured all actions taken met regulatory compliance
- Served as technical advisor to managers and others regarding program and functional areas of inventory/supply operations
- Developed recommendations and presented those to MAJCOM in order to resolve spares shortages to include new procurement, contract acceleration, direct buys, cannibalizations, reclamation, and consideration other repair sources
- Analyzed and evaluated data in order to prepare and present briefings to higher graded employees and management
- Monitored repair production and coordinated movement to meet mission requirements
- Communicated information with MAJCOM to address support problems such as movement of fleet distributed spares to and from Readiness Spares Packages (RSP) to fill critical shortages, and coordinated lateral support requests to ensure it was the best solution for fleet
- Hours per week: 40
- Series: 2010 Inventory Management
- Pay Plan: GS - General Schedule
- Grade: 7/11
- Supervisor: Mr Jerry Zamora (405-736-5246)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Various
United States Air Force
12.1999 - 01.2005
- Company Overview: This is a federal job
- Various federal positions
- Salary: $0.00 USD Per Year
- Hours per week: 40
- Pay Plan: GS - General Schedule (Ch
- 51, 5 U.S.C.)
Education
Master's degree - Joint Warfare
Air University
Maxwell AFB, AL04.2012
Bachelor's degree - Business Management
Park University
Kansas City, MO06.2007
Associate's degree - Business Management
Rose State College
Del City, OK12.2004
Skills
- Logistics process enhancement
- Performance optimization efforts
- Supply chain coordination
- Production planning
- Supply chain requirements assessment
- Comprehensive maintenance coordination
- Group facilitation
- Team mentoring
- Operational capacity analysis
- Strategic scenario evaluation
- Collaborative teamwork
- Critical thinking skills
Timeline
Supervisory Supply Management Specialist
United States Air Force
06.2017 - Current
Supervisory Logistics Management Specialist
United States Air Force
09.2014 - 06.2017
Lead Logistics Management Specialist
United States Air Force
03.2014 - 09.2014
Management and Program Analyst
United States Air Force
11.2013 - 03.2014
Lead Logistics Management Specialist
United States Air Force
10.2012 - 11.2013
Logistics Management Specialist
United States Air Force
03.2010 - 10.2012
Lead Logistics Management Specialist
United States Air Force
05.2008 - 03.2010
PALACE Acquire Intern
United States Air Force
01.2005 - 05.2008
Various
United States Air Force
12.1999 - 01.2005
Bachelor's degree - Business Management
Park University
Associate's degree - Business Management
Rose State College
Master's degree - Joint Warfare
Air University
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