KENNARD PHILIPS JR.
Senior Operations Project Coordinator with 20+ years of experience leading supply chain, procurement, logistics, and full project lifecycle execution across construction, industrial, and government sectors. Proven expertise in execution planning, scheduling coordination, stakeholder management, and risk mitigation while supporting planned maintenance, equipment and asset readiness, and lifecycle sustainment to reduce downtime and improve operational performance. Former DoD logistics professional with overseas deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Germany supporting mission readiness, deployment operations, and sustainment activities in high-pressure environments. Experienced in ERP systems (JD Edwards, OnBase), inventory accountability, and cross-functional coordination to enhance operational readiness and maintenance efficiency.
Work History
Senior Operations Project Coordinator
3 Years- Streamlined procurement by managing vendor onboarding and processing over 100 purchase orders and invoices in JDE and OnBase, ensuring timely delivery and accountability across 10+ concurrent projects.
- Coordinated planned maintenance and equipment readiness initiatives for a fleet of 50+ assets, improving operational, vendors repairs- uptime and supporting sustainment and lifecycle management objectives.
- Utilized JDE ERP system to monitor labor, parts, and vendor costs in real time, enhancing cost visibility, asset tracking, and maintenance decision-making. 15% reduction on equipment maintenance cost.
- Led and executed 6S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Sustain, Standardize, Safety) readiness initiative, achieving 90% shop compliance and earning Colas 6S Bronze Certification (2025) - the first certification under Colas integration.
- Managed inventory and asset readiness for 100+ equipment units, ensuring maintenance availability and supporting continuous operational readiness.
Senior Procurement Specialist
1 Month- Coordinated procurement of $5M+ in drilling equipment across 30+ field service projects, ensuring alignment with maintenance execution and operational timelines.
- Analyzed vendor performance, spend trends, and supply chain data using JDE and OnBase, reducing costs by 10% and improving on-time delivery.
- Mitigated supply chain risks by implementing vendor performance metrics and risk assessment protocols, reducing delays by 30% across multiple projects.
Senior Procurement Specialist
9 Years 8 Months- Supervised warehouse and supply chain operations, managing inbound/outbound logistics for 100+ SKUs and supporting procurement activities across 20+ vendors.
- Directed daily logistics operations within a 10,000 sq. ft. facility, overseeing receiving, inventory, and distribution of 300+ orders weekly to ensure operational efficiency.
- Managed inventory control and cycle count programs, achieving 98% accuracy and improving equipment readiness across drilling operations.
- Coordinated maintenance scheduling and workflow planning, reducing equipment downtime by 20% and improving resource allocation.
- Monitored and analyzed KPIs for inventory accuracy, stock turns, and cost performance using JDE ERP system, resulting in a 15% increase in inventory accuracy and a 10% reduction in costs.
- Identified supply chain disruptions and implemented contingency planning strategies, reducing shortages by 30% and improving cross-team coordination.
Logistics Specialist-Heavy Tactical GS-10
8 Years- Coordinated military logistics operations supporting maintenance and deployment readiness, managing delivery of 500+ parts and materials in alignment with DoD logistics protocols.
- Directed execution planning and scheduling for military logistics operations, supporting 20+ personnel and equipment deployments across Iraq and Afghanistan.
- Managed inbound and outbound logistics supporting mission-critical operations, asset visibility, and operational readiness across multiple deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Germany, ensuring 100% equipment availability to support troop readiness.
- Oversaw inventory control, shipping, and distribution for 150+ vehicles, maintaining operational readiness and on-time delivery.
- Developed and implemented risk mitigation strategies to prevent supply chain disruptions, ensuring continuity of operations in high-tempo environments. Execute contingency plans for supply chain resiliency during deployments of operations in high tempo environments.
Senior Warehouse Coordinator
3 Years 4 Months- Supervised warehouse and supply chain operations, managing daily inbound/outbound logistics for 100+ SKUs and leading procurement operations for 20+ suppliers.
- Managed daily logistics operations for a 10,000 sq. ft. warehouse, overseeing receiving, stocking, and shipping of 300+ orders weekly to ensure timely fulfillment and operational efficiency. Managed inventory control through regular cycle counts and audits, achieving 98% inventory accuracy for drilling equipment and ensuring operational readiness.
- Coordinated scheduling and workflow planning for maintenance projects, resulting in a 20% reduction in downtime and improved resource allocation.
- Managed procurement processes and inventory replenishment, achieving a 20% reduction in downtime and maintaining 95% inventory accuracy across multiple operations.
- Identified supply chain disruptions and inventory shortages, creating and implementing contingency plans that reduced inventory shortages by 30% while improving communication among warehouse teams.
Education
Associate of Science - Supply Chain Management
- Project Management
- Inventory Control & Warehouse Management
- Demand Planning/Forecasting
- Procurement & Sourcing
- GPA: 3.0
Skills
Accomplishments
Awarded Procurement Specialist of the year for operational excellence and inventory management. Maintained 95% inventory accuracy and asset availability through effective inventory control spot daily counts.
Reduce company costs by establishing vendors refurbishment programs for high-value equipment and components. Designed and implemented a protective hard-cap solution for high-value parts, reducing damage during storage and transport. Improve asset readiness and operational efficiency through inventory optimization and equipment lifecycle management.
Certification
EPA Section 609 Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Certification (MVAC)-Certified for refrigerant recovery, recycling, and service of motor vehicle A/C system.
Colas 6S Bronze Certification- Workplace organization, Safety, and continuous improvement. JD Edwards (JDE) ERP system experience