Jonathan Medlin
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Experienced professional in supply chain management with a background in aviation maintenance. Proficient in product inventory and supply to support production, development, and sustainment programs. Skilled in creating and managing complex contracts, executing supply chain operational plans and strategies. Demonstrated success in problem-solving through experience and analytical thinking, with a focus on safety and first-time quality.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supply Base Manager / Senior Procurement Agent
Boeing Defense, Space and Security
03.2018 - Current
- Collaborated with internal teams and suppliers to ensure timely resolution of material shortages, enabling consistent adherence to production schedules for the AH-64 Apache line.
- Acted as a key liaison between internal departments and external vendors to ensure continuous material flow and prevent production delays, demonstrating ownership of PO execution and delivery tracking.
- Led the development and implementation of risk mitigation and recovery plans to resolve delivery issues, minimizing downstream impacts on production and customer requirements.
- Performed assignments autonomously with high attention to detail and maintained consistent communication of risks and changes to all relevant stakeholders.
- Regularly updated and maintained data integrity within ERP systems to reflect accurate lead times, pricing, and supply chain activity across all programs.
- Developed innovative solutions to balance competing priorities and align procurement efforts with organizational objectives, ensuring uninterrupted supply support.
- Championed best practices and contributed to developing new job techniques and standards within the supply chain organization, aligning with company policy.
- Responsible for data accuracy in key supply chain systems and tools, regularly reviewing and adjusting attributes to ensure clean, actionable information.
- Experienced in managing urgent procurement needs and developing end-to-end logistics solutions for time-sensitive or mission-critical demands.
- Recognized as a subject matter expert, regularly led cross-functional initiatives and contributed to team and department success through mentorship and leadership.
- Proactively analyzed supply chain processes to identify improvement opportunities and incorporated them into strategic planning and contracting strategies.
- Executed strategic negotiations with major suppliers of purchased engineering services, achieving an average of 5% cost reduction on contracts exceeding $10 million, directly contributing to improved financial efficiency and procurement best practices.
Procurement Agent
Boeing Defense, Space and Security
03.2018 - 03.2023
- Develop, negotiate, and actively manage contractual agreements in support of multiple programs.
- Develop Statements of Work (SOWs) for purchased engineering services to adequately define supplier deliverables and Boeing acceptance criteria, address assumptions and constraints, outline risk management practices, and ensure compliance.
- Coordinate with the multiple business units to establish Master Service Agreements (MSA) with new suppliers to support purchased service agreements for engineering services while presenting the lowest risk profile to Boeing.
- Identified multiple process improvements and coordinated with process owners to implement changes, resulting in improved operations by removing unnecessary management oversight and excessive resource commitments.
- Manage internal and external contracting activities to include delivery schedule, program demand, engineering changes, invoice review and approval, and supplier performance.
- Executed negotiations with major suppliers of purchased engineering services, performing at an average of 5% reduction in overall contract values greater than $10 million dollars.
Division Manager, Maintenance; Quality Inspector
United States Marine Corps
05.2011 - 07.2015
- Led and supervised maintenance personnel during Operation Enduring Freedom, ensuring productivity, safety, mentorship, and accountability across the division.
- Scheduled and coordinated maintenance efforts to maintain over 85% aircraft readiness, with clear communication across teams.
- Performed high-priority maintenance and inspections under tight deadlines for HMX-1, the Presidential helicopter squadron, ensuring mission-critical readiness.
- Experienced in both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in field and hangar conditions.
- Managed spare parts inventory, and logistics in support of mission-critical operations.
- Conducted and supported training in aircraft systems, safety, and emergency procedures, fostering a strong safety culture aligned with NAVAIR and USMC standards.
- Proficient in interpreting and applying technical manuals, MRCs, and other aviation publications.
- Highly adaptable, mission-driven, and capable of taking on diverse responsibilities in challenging environments.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Supply Chain Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Maintenance Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, FL05.2017
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Decision-making
- Conflict resolution
- Written communication
- Project management
- Crisis management
- Risk management
- Delegation
- Operational efficiency
Certification
- Honorable Discharge, USMC, Sergeant, E-5
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certified
- Lean Six Sigma, Yellow Belt
Timeline
Supply Base Manager / Senior Procurement Agent
Boeing Defense, Space and Security
03.2018 - Current
Procurement Agent
Boeing Defense, Space and Security
03.2018 - 03.2023
Division Manager, Maintenance; Quality Inspector
United States Marine Corps
05.2011 - 07.2015
Master of Business Administration - Supply Chain Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Maintenance Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
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