Kemondrey Thomas
Pensacola ,FL
Summary
Dynamic logistics professional with 8 years of U.S. military service directing end-to-end logistical support for up to 100 units and $5M in assets.Respected leader who trains fellow coworkers and units on army systems such as (GATES, ICODES, TC-AIIMS, JOPES, ETA Teams, and Microsoft Excel ) to deliver cost efficient movement and partners with commanders and allied forces to enable mission success. Brings a security-cleared, safety-first mindset and the agility to translate complex military logistics into money saving movement throughout the world. Selected as brigade representative for Best Warrior Competition winning 1st place for the 1184th DDSB by demonstrating excellence in warrior tasks and battle drills under high pressure conditions. Awarded by transportation units worldwide such as the 1184th DDSB , 595th Transportation Brigade, 1190th Transportation Brigade, 598tb Transportation Brigade, and Deployment Surface Command one star general for meritorious conduct.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Samsung Home Theater Expert
Best Buy
Pensacola, FL
03.2024 - 04.2025
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints in a timely manner.
- Handled customer complaints quickly and professionally to restore customer confidence and prevent loss of business.
- Developed and maintained positive customer relations and coordinated with team members to properly handle requests and questions.
- Contributed to team sales goals by upselling products and services to customers.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly sales targets.
Movement Control Coordinator/HAZMAT Specialist
1184th DDST/598th Transportation Brigade
Sembach, Germany
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Performed duties as both safety manager and HAZMAT NCO relating to safety conduct of terminal and vessel operations leading to zero safety incidents.
- Coordinated with Unit Movement Officers for Unit Deployment Lists(UDL) generated from TC -AIIMS to prepare documentation activities for the deployment and redeployment of military units.
- Developed, recommended, and implemented policies and procedures for surface cargo operations associated with the logistics of cargo and personnel movements.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all activities related to movement control, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Served as a subject matter expert on movement control matters, providing guidance and support to colleagues when needed.
Postal Carrier
United States Post Office
Pensacola, FL
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Efficiently managed high volumes of mail during holiday seasons, ensuring all packages were delivered on time despite increased workload.
- Kept vehicle clean and well-maintained, conducting regular inspections for any necessary repairs or maintenance needs.
- Consistently met delivery deadlines through effective time management skills and prioritization of tasks.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to postal regulations and safety guidelines during mail deliveries.
- Handled sensitive materials, such as confidential documents and pharmaceutical deliveries, with discretion and care.
- Provided exceptional customer service by answering inquiries and addressing concerns professionally and courteously.
- Continuously updated knowledge of postal regulations and best practices through ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Transportation Management Coordinator
1184th DDSB/595th Transportation Brigade
Kuwait
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Contributed to creating a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for future Transportation Coordinators to use as a guide in understanding several processes in the GATES management system and created a SOP for HAZMAT Cargo records for GATES users.
- Conducted site surveys with higher graded personnel to view yard, port, truck , rail , and vessel operations relating to DoD cargo.
- Provided expert logistic support with vital information for booking and vessel operations in support of Operation Freedom’s Sentinal.
- Responsible for providing reports for the entire 595th Transportation Brigade, which covered six different ports throughout the Central Command (CENTCOM) Area of Operation (AOR). Analyzing specific data for more than 80units, 134 vessels and over 15,000 pieces of cargo to ensure proper tracking of all equipment moving through theater.
Education
Bachelor - Applied Psychology
Indiana University, Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, INTechnical Transportation of Hazardous Materials
Fort Polk, La08.2022
Basic Leadership Course
Camp Shelby, MS07.2021
Pensacola High School
Pensacola, FL05.2018
Skills
- Customer support
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Customer relations
- Data entry proficiency
- Records management
- Technical troubleshooting
- Systems and software expertise
- Data analysis
- Logistics coordination
- Technical Documentation
- Transportation documentation
- Logistical support
Timeline
Samsung Home Theater Expert
Best Buy
03.2024 - 04.2025
Movement Control Coordinator/HAZMAT Specialist
1184th DDST/598th Transportation Brigade
11.2022 - 07.2023
Postal Carrier
United States Post Office
05.2021 - 03.2022
Transportation Management Coordinator
1184th DDSB/595th Transportation Brigade
03.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor - Applied Psychology
Indiana University, Purdue University Indianapolis
Technical Transportation of Hazardous Materials
Basic Leadership Course
Pensacola High School