Lashonna Alexander
Glen Burnie,US
Summary
Secure a position as a Logistics Management Specialist within an organization that values the importance of diversity/inclusion, leadership, integrity, initiative, and teamwork. My goal is to continue supporting our service members with the requirements required to accomplish their mission and deliver outstanding results by supporting units and organizations with my vast Army experience in Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
General Supply Specialist
United States Army
Fort Meade, MD
07.2023 - Current
- Serves as a General Supply Specialist for 7th Signal command; responsibilities involve the general upkeep of the commander's primary hand receipt in excess of 2.3 million dollars of signal equipment; request, receive, storage of individual, organizational, installation and expendable supplies and equipment
- Receive, inspect, inventory, load/unload, equipment from the SSA
- Prepare this organization to transition organization over to the new ODO program
- Maintain automated supply system for accounting of organizational and installation supplies and equipment
- Create and conduct sub-hand receipt holder training for organization
- Reviews organizations GPC Card purchases for proper property accountability prior to submitting to the Property Book Officer
- Interprets logistical policies and provides procedures to the organization
- Creates and implement standard operating procedures for the unit level supply operation
- Coordinates with the G4 for all maintenance support
- Develops and implements operating procedures for proper supply discipline for the installation
- Reviews Financial Liability Investigation of Property Loss (FLIPL) initiated within the eFLIPL system and provide guidance to the appointing authority on liability recommendations in accordance with all applicable regulation
- Appointed as the command supply discipline monitor to ensure proper compliance of all applicable logistical policy and procedures
- Key Accomplishments: Implemented processes and procedures for proper movement of Signal equipment within the Organization
- Successfully prepare organization for a NETCOM OIP inspection within first 60 days of arrival to organization and received a Satisfactory score of 97%.
General Supply Specialist/Property Book Officer
United States Army
Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Served as the Installation Property Book Officer for Picatinny Arsenal, administers, plans, and directed the installation's property management program, an authoritative source of technical information regarding equipment accountability and proper Command Supply Discipline; developed or recommended new revised local directives, policies, and instructions for supply operations
- Responsible for administration and maintenance of Global Combat Support System-Army (GCSSA) and related property accountability automated systems, records, and operations
- Maintained delegated authority as Property Book Officer (PBO), which also entails the management of the records for all leased, loaned, and borrowed equipment, and the management of the records for all equipment transferred into and out of the Property Book; requests, received and issued nonexpendable property items to Primary Hand Receipt Holders or designated representatives
- Assist supply and procurement personnel with resolving complex technical related to equipment accountability, item descriptions and cataloging requirements
- Provides technical guidance to Federal agencies and authorized representatives on understanding cataloging processes
- Responsible validating and ensuring compliance with regulatory guidance prior to purchase of equipment/ supplies utilizing Government Purchase Card
- Initiated the process of redistribution of excess equipment utilizing the Decision Sourcing Tool (DST)
- Developed and communicated organizational policies and procedures for property accountability in accordance with all regulatory guidance to higher headquarters
- Provided oversight of logistics systems and practices to increase the efficiency of logistics systems operations
- Reviewed records, systems, and documentation, to ensure accountability is maintained in accordance with AR 735-5 and other pertinent regulations and directives
- Developed and implements operating procedures for proper supply discipline for the installation
- Reviewed Financial Liability Investigation of Property Loss (FLIPL) initiated within the eFLIPL system and provided guidance to the appointing authority on liability recommendations in accordance with all applicable regulations
- Reviews the accuracy of reported findings and recommendations of audits, inspections, surveys, and studies related to assigned missions/functions
- Conducted change of command briefs to incoming and outgoing commanders or authorized representatives on proper procedures for change of command inventories
- Managed government Furnished Property (GFE) inside of PIEE and supervises warehouse operations, including determining warehouse space requirements, obtaining facilities, and monitoring safety regulations in accordance with OSHA standards Monitors supply support for tenant organization contingency operations
- Maintains adherence to all Army and United States government laws and regulations regarding expenditures of government funds
- Prepared standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all supply functions and provides guidance and support for all supply-related activities
- Responsible for monitoring seven technical supply contractors within the S&S division, ensuring their performance complies with the FAR, regulatory guidance, and QASP
- Key Accomplishments: Streamlined processes and procedures for the installation
- Increased OIP inspection rating from 94% to 96% for FY23
- Spearheaded the proper accountability procedures for GFE within the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment system (PIEE).
Property Book Team Chief
United States Army
Fort Devens, MA
04.2018 - 02.2021
- Provided staff-level guidance to subordinate units of the battalion and other staff sections on administrative aspects of the Command Logistics Management Program
- Executed Property Book Team Chief and Senior Supply Manager duties for a Multifunctional Intelligence Battalion and simultaneously administered the property management program for a multifunctional/geographically dispersed Strategic Military Intelligence Battalion
- Established formal records for all MTOE and TDA, maintaining 100% property accountability, including equipment on-hand, due-in, or redistribution orders
- Initiated documentation for cataloging of newly assigned equipment provided to government agencies without assigned NSN
- Reviewed and evaluated subordinate operations and improved internal practices/processes to increase efficiency
- Conducted SAV and CSDP inspections on all organizations within the Battalion
- Managed hand receipts and property accountability in accordance with Command Supply Discipline Program policies and regulations
- Exercised initiative and leadership in meeting and maintaining logistics-related projects
- Managed and coordinated Battalion logistical activities such as maintenance, supply, transportation, property accountability, and other related logistical activities
- Researched, analyzed, and compiled data in multiple systems, including GCSS-Army, for reports and briefings
- Initiated and processed Financial Liability Investigation of Property Loss (FLIPL)
- Provided guidance on all supply support issues
- Monitored supply operations across the organization to determine proper actions to improve supply practices
- Drafted and prepared the annual logistics budget for discussion and review by the S4 OIC
- Trained, developed, and mentored all Battalion personnel on proper supply policies, processes, and procedures
- Key Accomplishments: Developed and recommended the establishment of local procedures to govern logistical operations and management of resources
- Served as a Contract Officer Representative (COR), ensuring contractors met project/contract commitments and facilitating the development of contracted work
- Successfully completed all Property Book actions as a Property Book Team Chief accurately and efficiently.
Senior Supply Manager
United States Army
Seagoville, TX
05.2015 - 04.2018
- Facilitated the workload of logistics personnel to assist in sustaining operations for the organization, overseeing 13 companies
- Developed, streamlined, and communicated policies and procedures for accountability operations in accordance with the regulations
- Established supply and inventory management functions by creating and distributing standard operating procedures (SOP)
- Worked with the personnel required to complete inventories
- Provided guidance and support to supply, maintenance, and transportation sections
- Performed administrative tasks; managed authorization documents, maintaining files, and researched property book records to identify proper utilization of equipment
- Analyzed problems in supply, transportation, and maintenance management and provided solutions, directly involved in the entire logistics life cycle: ordering, tracking, distribution, correcting serial numbers, and adding items to the property book
- Researched and cataloged equipment utilizing AESIP, requested revision of national stock numbers when cataloged in error, inspected sensitive item areas for security and proper storage and maintained adequate Command Supply Discipline Program (CSDP) requirements
- Collaborated directly with item managers to procure critical equipment
- Created inventory adjustment reports for lost, damaged, or destroyed property, including Financial Liability Investigation of Property Loss (FLIPL) reports when necessary
- Documented discrepancies and briefed significant issues to the executive director
- Maintained the company's property book valued at $9MM utilizing Global Combat Support System-Army (GCSS-A) to collect, store, and organize data, increasing efficiency for the logistics sustainment team
- Completed inventories of component items and major end items to ensure all recoverable items/non-expendable items were physically accounted for before accepting turn-ins from the end users
- Advised all Executive Officers on logistics-related operations
- Assisted in coordinating Annual Training events and other collective training exercises, including researching costs effective methods for transportation, equipment/personnel movement, lodging, and external resource coordination
- Key Accomplishments: Independently developed and executed an organization-wide lateral transfer plan, increasing logistics readiness by 35% and increasing the Unit Status Report (USR) supply matrix
- Trained subordinates and peers in operating GCSS-A, leading to the successful management of the command's property book valued at $190MM
- Identified and processed 24 equipment turn-ins: recovering $708K.
Supply Management Specialist
United States Army
Seagoville, TX
04.2014 - 05.2015
- Executed multifunctional duties, including Supply Management, Physical Security, Food Service Management, Lodging Coordinator, and Equal Opportunity Representative
- Received, inspected, inventoried, and stored equipment in a risk-free manner
- Supervised various inventories by controlling costs, monitoring progress, training four personnel, preparing for inspection, and estimating stock necessary to continue operations
- Executed procurement control, storage, and accountability of supplies and equipment
- Generated detailed documentation for equipment transactions, lateral transfers, assigned property, and shortages to prevent government liability
- Managed the supply discipline program, supervising one supply manager and three supply specialists
- Advised the Command Executive Officer on all matters pertaining to property accountability: requisition, acquisition, storage, movement, and funds associated with each activity in the logistics cycle
- Assisted in the development of logistics operation plans for life cycle property management
- Drafted analysis reports of distribution activity, automated movement functions, and equipment prioritizations
- Spearheaded inspections and controlled maintenance request documentation to expedite service orders
- Conducted analysis to resolve complex issues and problems involving supply processes, data management, and procurement strategies
- Utilized Property Book Unit Supply Enhanced (PBUSE) database management system to issue, store, account, and transfer equipment; property book worth $22MM
- Maintained a Financial Liability Investigation of Property Loss (FLIPL) roster, accounting for all opened/closed investigations of property loss
- Adjusted accountable records in preparation for approval
- Reconciled all supply transactions for the division before government audits
- Key Accomplishments: Completed 80+ lateral transfers and 85+ turn-ins valued at $233K with no late actions
- Accomplished 100% rating during Change of Command inventory
- Promoted to Sergeant First Class for providing consistent/outstanding logistics services to Command teams throughout my career with accuracy and adhering to deadlines.
Unit Supply Specialist
United States Army
Duluth, MN
02.2012 - 04.2014
- Directed the timely requisition, receiving, issuing, and turnover of various equipment and coordinated the maintenance and distribution of unit equipment
- Involved in the planning, decision-making, and positioning of incoming supplies
- Conducted inventories in PBUSE and performed all aspects of supply operations; posted property book transactions, facilitated turn-ins, and established automated/manual supply operations
- Developed administrative procedures for the supply section
- Completed logistics administration tasks: hand receipts, clothing records, and maintaining the document control register
- Generated property accountability reports, monthly hand receipts, cyclic inventories, and sensitive item inventories
- Advised Executive Officers on all logistics functions, providing supply information, reports, and services
- Assisted in developing standards and procedures controlling the logistics channel and developing new strategies for the equipment accountability process
- Planned and coordinated procurement assignments for all required equipment
- Processed property adjustment documents and equipment reception/delivery operations
- Recovered and processed equipment, cutting department costs significantly
- Consolidated property book for review during company audits
- Conducted monthly sensitive items and cyclic inventories with 100% accuracy
- Enforced the internal management control program to safeguard against waste, loss, fraud, unauthorized use, misappropriation, and unnecessary expenditures
- Accurately accounted for over $5MM in government-owned equipment with zero loss
- Served as the government purchase card (GPC) holder, maintaining financial accountability of the GPC and supporting documentation of expenditures/purchases exceeding $300K
- Key Accomplishments: Secured an 88% rating for the logistics department during the Organization Inspection Program audit
- Trained the entire division in document management standards; recognized as the Subject Matter Expert in the Army Records Information Management System (ARIMS)
- Selected over four Senior Managers to serve as the company's Logistics Manager.
Acquisition Manager
United States Army
Fort Hood, TX
02.2011 - 02.2012
- Served as the Acquisition Manager for companies located in various locations throughout the CONUS United States
- Managed, planned, and coordinated logistics sustainment activities for all mobilizing commands
- Performed government and local procurement actions as necessary to meet project requirements
- Assisted in delivering support with preparing briefings, decision papers, and fact sheets for mobilization, training, deployment, and demobilization
- Utilized various word-processing, slide presentations, spreadsheets, knowledge management/sharing portals, and database tools to manage and distribute information
- Provided advice, guidance, and assistance to Senior Management regarding project objectives, directives, orders, and timelines
- Consulted with the Installation Transportation Manager to coordinate movement plans for equipment and personnel
- Responded to various inquiries regarding status, costs, schedules, and performance updates
- Evaluated procedures and recommended actions to improve processes
- Maintained a working knowledge of plans, policies, and procedures in various systems and publications
- Key Accomplishments: Tracked and managed over 100 site support requests and transportation movement requests in support of mobilized units
- Developed an environmental control SOP that resulted in 100% accountability of maintenance personnel receiving bi-annual training on environmental procedures
- Accurately maintained $20K in automated logistics equipment and an entire GSA Fleet.
Education
High School Diploma -
Justin F. Kimball High School
Dallas, TX05-1996
Skills
- US Army Senior Logistics & Property Manager
- Personnel Management
- Expert in Emergency Logistics Response
- Logistics Sustainment & Transportation Management
- Database Management
- Project Management & Execution
- Document Recording and Filing
- Quality Assurance
- Acquisition
- Contract Compliance
- Inventory Control
- Data Analyst
- Property Accounting
- Demand Forecasting
- Shipping and Receiving
- Stock Control
- Cost Reduction
- Warehouse Operations
- Materials Handling
- Reorder Procedures
- Warehouse Management
- Six Sigma Methodology
- Inventory and Supply Logistics
- Materials Planning
- Excel
- Team Direction
- PowerPoint
- Strategic Sourcing
- Records Management
- PBUSE
- Project Management
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Purchasing Management
- Program Management
- Warehouse Operations Understanding
- Records Oversight
Job Related Training
- Secret Security Clearance (Active)
- SharePoint
- Army Records Information Management System (ARIMS)
- Global Combat Support System-Army (GCSS-Army) - Property Book Management Course
- Property Book Unit Supply - Enhanced (PBUSE)
- Organizational Clothing and Individual Equipment System (OCIE)
- Army Foodservice Management Information System (AFMIS)
- Force and Asset Search Tool (FAAST)
- EFLIPL Trained
- OSHA certified
- Decision Support Tool (DST)
- Army Enterprise Systems Integration Program (AESIP)
- Senior Leadership Course (SLC)
- Advanced Leadership Course (ALC)
- Basic Non-Commissioned Officer Course (BNCOC)
- Primary Leadership Development Course (PLDC)
- Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment System (PI Supply Specialist Training
- GFEBS
- Army Inspection Program (AIP)
- FAAST training
Other Information
I progressed through a series of positions, each increasing in responsibility throughout my career. Proficient in automating office tasks and Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Possesses an excellent ability to operate in fast-paced environments, combined with sage leadership skills, up-to-date technical knowledge, demonstrated organizational talents, and critical thinking abilities. Able to train and develop teams to operate at the highest levels and consistently accomplish organizational goals and objectives.
Personal Information
Citizenship: US
Timeline
General Supply Specialist
United States Army
07.2023 - Current
General Supply Specialist/Property Book Officer
United States Army
08.2021 - 06.2023
Property Book Team Chief
United States Army
04.2018 - 02.2021
Senior Supply Manager
United States Army
05.2015 - 04.2018
Supply Management Specialist
United States Army
04.2014 - 05.2015
Unit Supply Specialist
United States Army
02.2012 - 04.2014
Acquisition Manager
United States Army
02.2011 - 02.2012
High School Diploma -
Justin F. Kimball High School