Jonathan Tomita
Ft. Washington,MD
Summary
Accomplished US Air Force veteran with over 20 years of leadership experience in Supply Chain Management, driving operational excellence across the continental United States, Europe, the Pacific, and overseas contingency locations. Expertly leads and develops a diverse team of over 1,000 personnel, ensuring alignment with higher headquarters directives to meet and exceed established goals and standards. Recognized as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on personnel professional development, welfare, health, and morale, effectively integrating these factors into strategic operations that advance national security interests and defense initiatives. Active NACLC SECRET Security Clearance. Investigation completed May 2023. Seasoned Logistics Consultant with a strong background in streamlining supply chain processes and implementing cost-effective strategies. Proven ability to improve operational efficiencies, reduce costs and sustain customer satisfaction rates. Strengths include strategic planning abilities, outstanding problem-solving skills and deep knowledge of inventory management systems. Previous work significantly impacted overall productivity by introducing innovative solutions that minimized delays and maximized output.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Consultant
Office of the Secretary of War, Office of the Under Secretary of War, Assistant Secretary of War (Sustainment)/Deputy Assistant Secretary of War (Logistics)/Equipment Directorate; Significance, Inc.
Alexandria, Virginia
07.2021 - 07.2025
- Provides logistics policy responsible for the strategic governance, auditability, and lifecycle management of DoW General Equipment (GE), including non-tactical vehicles (NTV), internal use software (IUS), and government-furnished equipment (GFE) in the possession of contractors.
- Enhances warfighter's lethality by effectively reducing Contested Logistics Engagements through comprehensive equipment visibility and auditability across the Joint Logistics Enterprise (JLENT) by deploying best practices and effectively trained APO workforce.
Materiel Management Flight Chief
509th Logistics Readiness Squadron
Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri
07.2021 - 07.2025
- Coordinated and orchestrated Supply Chain Operations providing materiel management support for 3 aircraft types; to include the US Air Force's only B-2 wing, valued at $46 billion in executing national defense strategy objectives.
- Directed storage and issue activities responsible for developing, operating, implementing, and analyzing manual and automated integrated logistics systems.
- Managed item and monetary accounting, requisitioning, physical inventory control, and warehousing functions for 807K items worth $861M.
- Ensured shelf-life, and serviceability of readiness items and mobility spares are available for immediate issue and sustainment for flying and base operating support missions.
- Monitored and operated the Standard Base Supply System (SBSS), Defense Property Accounting System (DPAS) and associated logistics information technology systems.
Command Supply Chain Operations Manager
Directorate of Logistics, Engineering, and Force Protection, Headquarters United States Air Forces Europe and Africa
Ramstein Air Base, Germany
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Developed and implemented supply chain management policy for 2 MAJCOMs; guided 37K personnel serving in 50 main/forward operating locations in 104 nations.
- Executed joint planning and prepared/deployed support personnel for 3 combatant commands.
- Executed strategic logistics solutions for operations influencing 10 wings/15 weapons systems; supported 218 aircraft performing NATO/EUCOM missions.
Air Advisor Flight Chief
435th Contingency Response Support Squadron
Ramstein Air Base, Germany
01.2017 - 05.2019
- Navigated complex and uncertain environments, providing critical oversight and guidance across various functions and international programs while enhancing interoperability with allies.
- Advised, assessed, assisted, trained, and equipped supply guidance to 105 US/NATO locations in 91 European/African nations.
- Directed/coordinated higher headquarter engagements with partner countries/embassies in full support of Combatant Commander theater campaign Security Cooperation missions.
- Deployed within 72 hours in support of USAFE's Contingency Response forces, enabled critical open-the-base AEF force module sustainment operations/support.
Asset Management Section Chief
8th Logistics Readiness Squadron
Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea
12.2015 - 12.2016
- Led 33 military and 7 civilian personnel in 7 sections; managed 5 warehouses valued at $354M providing supply support for 37 maintenance repair shops/19 base units.
- Controlled base HAZMAT program; provided training for 52 account custodians.
- Tracked 7K authorizations and requirements worth $501K.
- Oversaw 5 aircraft spares mobility portfolios w/10K line items valued at $15.2M.
- Coordinated w/PACAF in support of wartime objectives.
- Managed geographically separated base assets encompassing 300K sq ft of storage space for critical supplies valued at $411M.
Asset Accountability Section Chief
96th Logistics Readiness Squadron
Eglin Air Force Base, Florida
04.2011 - 12.2015
- Directed 3 sections/7 personnel; provided logistical support to 7 Wings/Wing-equivalents & 40 associate units on DoD's largest installation.
- Created inventory schedule for 55K line items/$589M; processed adjustments and financial liability investigation of property losses; analyzed and briefed results monthly to squadron commander.
- Operated deployed equipment liaison office; managed 50 equipment & special purpose recoverable maintenance accounts worth $300M.
- Evaluated Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron functions as a Contracting Officer Representative; performed task evaluation inspections and supported the POTUS troop withdrawal in Afghanistan.
- Supervised 4 personnel; provided logistical support to 3 Joint services from 3 countries and powered 48 F-35 aircraft valued at $4.22B.
- Utilized Lockheed Martin Autonomic Logistics Information Systems (ALIS) to process demands for Joint Strike Fighter training/real-world missions.
Drill Team Non-commissioned Officer in Charge
United States Air Force Honor Guard
Bolling Air Force Base, Washington D.C.
10.2006 - 03.2011
- 1 of only 28 selectively manned Drill Team members in the Air Force; led 28 Airmen in precision drill performances for DoD/AF-level community relations events; led temporary duty missions totaling 140 days for SAF's strategic communication and reached 7M+ worldwide.
- Controlled all training & annual 30-day off-site camp; led 4-man, 12-man, and premier 16-man performances.
- Represented AF during ceremonies at White House/Pentagon/Arlington National Cemetery (ANC)/AF Memorial.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Maryland Global Campus
10.2023
Associates of Science - General Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus
10.2023
Associates of Science - Business Administration
Community College of the Air Force
01.2015
Skills
- Accounting Software
- Adaptability
- Asset Management
- Automation
- Business Administration
- Business Processes
- Contract Management
- Critical Thinking
- Forecasting
- Hazardous Materials
- Information Systems
- Integrated Logistics Support
- Innovation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Inventory control
- Leadership
- Logistics policy
- Logistics Operations
- Maintenance Support and Sustainment
- Management
- Mentoring
- Project Management
- Regulation and Policy Research
- Safety Principles
- Stock Control
- Strategic Communication
- Strategic Governance
- Supply Chain Management
Timeline
Logistics Consultant
Office of the Secretary of War, Office of the Under Secretary of War, Assistant Secretary of War (Sustainment)/Deputy Assistant Secretary of War (Logistics)/Equipment Directorate; Significance, Inc.
07.2021 - 07.2025
Materiel Management Flight Chief
509th Logistics Readiness Squadron
07.2021 - 07.2025
Command Supply Chain Operations Manager
Directorate of Logistics, Engineering, and Force Protection, Headquarters United States Air Forces Europe and Africa
06.2019 - 06.2021
Air Advisor Flight Chief
435th Contingency Response Support Squadron
01.2017 - 05.2019
Asset Management Section Chief
8th Logistics Readiness Squadron
12.2015 - 12.2016
Asset Accountability Section Chief
96th Logistics Readiness Squadron
04.2011 - 12.2015
Drill Team Non-commissioned Officer in Charge
United States Air Force Honor Guard
10.2006 - 03.2011
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Maryland Global Campus
Associates of Science - General Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus
Associates of Science - Business Administration
Community College of the Air Force