Kevin Smith
Summary
Seasoned Aviation Logistics Major (O4) currently serving on active duty in the United States Marine Corps. Talented leader with seven years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing organizational plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and experienced in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of organizational trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement, and implementing changes with a strategic approach.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Marine Operations Manager
Naval Information Warfare Center
07.2022 - Current
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Monitored daily operations closely, swiftly addressing any issues or concerns that arose to maintain smooth workflows.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
Student
Expeditionary Warfare School
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Student at a 41-week resident career level school that educates and trains company grade Marine Air Ground Task Force officers to serve in an expeditionary environment.
- Learned, adapted, and applied instruction emphasizing combined arms operations, warfighting skills, tactical decision-making, and Marine Air Ground Task Forces in expeditionary operations.
- Assimilated instruction and displayed skills in progressively more challenging leadership and ethical problem-solving situations.
Company Commander
Company I, Third Recruit Training Battalion
02.2020 - 06.2021
- Evaluated personnel performance regularly, identifying areas for improvement while recognizing achievements through appropriate reward mechanisms.
- Fostered positive and productive relationships with external agencies that are responsible for providing logistical, administrative, and training support.
- Enhanced team cohesion through fostering a professional environment focused on mutual respect and open communication.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
Series Commander
Company K, Third Recruit Training Battalion
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Enhanced team cohesion through fostering a professional environment focused on mutual respect and open communication.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Supply Response Division Officer In Charge
Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 12
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Directly responsible for the procurement, expediting, receipt, and delivery of all Direct Turnover (DTO) aircraft material requirements in support of all Marine Aircraft Group 12 units
- Fostered a positive work environment with open lines of communication and proactive problem-solving approaches.
- Supervised manual and automated supply strategies, and connected with supply and data processing teams to facilitate communication and collaboration.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance and support for their professional development.
Consumables Warehouse Officer In Charge
Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 12
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Collaborated with other departments to evaluate supply chain inefficiencies and implement strategic improvements.
- Responsible for sustaining stock levels of over 17,000 line items in the consumables warehouse in order to support the Intermediate Maintenance Activity and the aircraft of Marine Aircraft Group 12.
- Enhanced team productivity through consistent performance evaluations and targeted training initiatives.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
Assistant Operations Officer
Afghan Local Police Special Ops Advisory Group
05.2016 - 12.2016
- Created, briefed, and conducted over 40 ground tactical convoy movements as the ground force commander. Briefings and CONOPS included all current threats, force protection considerations, and layered security plans.
- Assisted the NSOCC-A CJ-3 by providing information that facilitated the planning of kinetic operations throughout Afghanistan.
- Integrated intelligence activities into other military operations, plans and programs.
- Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
Information Management System Officer In Charge
Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 12
01.2016 - 04.2016
- Supervised manual and automated supply strategies, and connected with supply and data processing teams to facilitate communication and collaboration.
- Ensured operational readiness by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance routines.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Executed strategic planning initiatives that aligned with overall organizational goals.
Education
BBA - Supply Chain Management
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX05.2014
Skills
- Purchasing and procurement
- Relationship Building
- Supply chain distribution
- Incidents management
- Customer Relations
- Staff Development
- Process Improvements
- Inventory Tracking and Management
- Performance Improvement
- Cross-functional communications
Timeline
Marine Operations Manager
Naval Information Warfare Center
07.2022 - Current
Student
Expeditionary Warfare School
07.2021 - 06.2022
Company Commander
Company I, Third Recruit Training Battalion
02.2020 - 06.2021
Series Commander
Company K, Third Recruit Training Battalion
01.2018 - 01.2020
Supply Response Division Officer In Charge
Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 12
07.2017 - 12.2017
Consumables Warehouse Officer In Charge
Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 12
01.2017 - 06.2017
Assistant Operations Officer
Afghan Local Police Special Ops Advisory Group
05.2016 - 12.2016
Information Management System Officer In Charge
Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 12
01.2016 - 04.2016
BBA - Supply Chain Management
Texas A&M University
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