Lance Tinkler
17040 F Road, Collyer,KS
Summary
Dynamic logistics professional with extensive experience, excelling in supply chain management, and inventory accountability. Proven track record in program management and cross-functional collaboration, enhancing operational efficiency and compliance. Adept at implementing procurement processes and driving improvements, ensuring timely delivery of essential supplies while mentoring teams for peak performance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisory General Supply Specialist
DLA Energy Middle East
Juffair Bahrain
07.2023 - Current
- Managed wholesale supply program activities, including ordering, allocation, and distribution of Class III items to Defense Fuel Support Points (DFSPs).
- Directed mission accomplishment by reviewing workload trends and coordinating work procedures.
- Interpreted and developed DLA Energy policies and procedures for operational efficiency.
- Coached and mentored employees in specific areas of responsibility to enhance performance.
- Implemented standard operating procedures for efficient supply chain management tasks.
- Analyzed vendor performance to enhance supplier relationships and service quality.
- Identified areas where improvements could be made to existing processes or procedures.
- Reviewed and confirmed all operational inventory processes were in compliance with Federal regulations.
General Supply (Resolution) Specialist
Defense Logistics Agency Energy Americas East
Houston, TX
03.2020 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with stakeholders to resolve contract and compliance issues.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations during the resolution process.
- Ensured accurate daily transaction processing and month-end reconciliation at Defense Supply Fuel Points.
- Utilized Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF), Enterprise Business Systems (EBS), and Fuels Management Defense (FMD) for compliance audits.
General Supply (Resolution) Specialist
Defense Logistics Agency Energy Middle East
FPO, AE
03.2018 - 02.2020
- Collaborated with stakeholders to resolve contract and compliance issues.
- Identified root causes of customer concerns, tracked resolution process steps, and documented all actions taken.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations during the resolution process.
- Generated, analyzed, and audited Movement Under Investigation (MUI) reports to identify excess in-transit gains and losses.
- Conducted thorough investigations of discrepancies, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions to supervisors.
General Supply (Resolution) Specialist
Defense Logistics Agency Pacific Energy-Guam
Andersen Air Force Base, GU
03.2016 - 02.2018
- Identified root causes of customer concerns, tracked resolution process steps, and documented all actions taken.
- Drafted, forwarded and tracked correspondence to customers regarding resolutions of their issues.
- Entered manual invoices into Enterprise Business System (EBS) for financial disbursement.
- Resolved billing discrepancies within Fuels Management Defense Ledgers.
- Utilized automated systems to analyze fuel accounting statistics for compliance with federal regulations.
Inventory Management Specialist
Defense Logistics Agency-Energy
FPO, AE
07.2012 - 03.2014
- Coordinated with suppliers to streamline procurement processes and reduce delays.
- Trained staff on inventory management procedures and best practices to enhance skills.
- Analyzed supply chain operations to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Provided guidance to DFSPs regarding product accountability and resolution of accounting discrepancies.
Logistics Manager
United States Army/437th Civil Affairs Battalion
Fort Story, VA
06.2011 - 07.2012
- Directed coordination of logistics functions, including supply, procurement, and fleet management to achieve operational readiness.
- Managed supply chain operations for military logistics in diverse environments.
- Ensured compliance with military regulations and safety standards in all operations.
- Collaborated with other departments to develop strategies that align with company objectives.
- Strengthened operational efficiencies by developing organizational filing systems for invoices, customer orders and contract records.
S4 Logistics Manager
US Army/Noncommissioned Officer's Academy
Fort Mccoy, WI
06.2009 - 05.2011
- Developed and implemented logistics strategies to improve the efficiency of operations.
- Created and enforced policies and procedures for entire logistics team.
- Led and managed projects to support logistics efforts and plans.
- Directed and managed supply, procurement, property accountability, transportation, food service, equipment maintenance, and facilities valued over $16M.
- Provided technical guidance to resolve logistical deficiencies across multiple functions.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Transportation/Logistics
American Military University
Charles Town, WV, United States02.2018
Associate's degree - Technology (General)
Pierce College
Steilacoom, WA, United StatesSkills
- Program management
- Project management
- Supply chain management
- Inventory accountability
- Procurement processes
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Compliance auditing
Certification
- Life Cycle Logistics, Advanced Certification, Defense Acquisition University 7/2025
- Program Management, Foundation Certification, Defense Acquisition University 6/2014
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Supervisory General Supply Specialist
DLA Energy Middle East
07.2023 - Current
General Supply (Resolution) Specialist
Defense Logistics Agency Energy Americas East
03.2020 - 07.2023
General Supply (Resolution) Specialist
Defense Logistics Agency Energy Middle East
03.2018 - 02.2020
General Supply (Resolution) Specialist
Defense Logistics Agency Pacific Energy-Guam
03.2016 - 02.2018
Inventory Management Specialist
Defense Logistics Agency-Energy
07.2012 - 03.2014
Logistics Manager
United States Army/437th Civil Affairs Battalion
06.2011 - 07.2012
S4 Logistics Manager
US Army/Noncommissioned Officer's Academy
06.2009 - 05.2011
Bachelor's degree - Transportation/Logistics
American Military University
Associate's degree - Technology (General)
Pierce College
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