Melisa Natapraya
Columbia
Summary
Logistics specialist with a strong background in optimizing supply chain operations and reducing costs through strategic analysis and vendor performance evaluations. Demonstrated ability to enhance organizational readiness and streamline workflows, contributing to improved operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Analyst
General Dynamics
Reston
02.2026 - Current
- Developed logistics strategies to optimize supply chain operations and reduce costs.
- Evaluated vendor performance to maintain quality standards and service levels.
- Prepared reports on logistics performance for management review and decision-making.
- Organized shipping documents for international shipments in accordance with customs regulations.
- Created reports on inventory levels, delivery times, transport costs, and performance metrics.
- Prepared monthly financial statements for review by management team.
- Planned daily distribution schedules based on customer requirements and available resources.
- Facilitated cross-functional team meetings to align logistics activities with broader business objectives.
- Engaged proactively with partners to identify emerging business needs and plan future strategies.
Logisitcs Management Specialist
Goldbelt Frontier, LLC
Herndon
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Collaborated with Product Support Manager to ensure proper cost analysis was conducted to validate product support and lifecycle sustainment plan.
- Led initiatives to streamline workflows, resulting in improved operational efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive logistics plans to support Regionally Aligned Readiness and Modernization Model (ReARMM).
- Established strong working relationships with vendors, fostering a collaborative approach to supply chain management.
- Analyzed data from multiple sources to identify obsolete, procurable and non-procurable medical equipment requiring National Stock Numbers (NSNs) to be added into the Materiel Master Catalogue (MMC).
- Created reports to Program Manager that provided insight into logistics operations, performance, and equipment tracking.
- Collaborated with Program Manager and Organizational Site Led to reduce redundancies across Procurement Enterprise platforms.
Chief, Supply Operations
Department of the Army Walter Reed Army Institute of Research
Silver Spring
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Oversee contracts and procurement activities involving firm-fixed price contracts for multiple Departments and Divisions.
- Developed and implemented supply management programs and policies to enhance supply management missions.
- Coordinated reverse distribution operations of controlled substances resulting in 80% reduction in excess inventory, saving $75K annually and improving overall supply chain efficiency.
- Streamlined controlled substance issuance process, reducing processing time by 50%, ensuring timely access for research teams.
- Created Business Intelligence Reports (BI) using data from Joint Medical Asset Repository (JMAR) to support leadership in developing Mission Support Plans for logistics operations.
- Develop systems maintenance concepts and plans and lifecycle supply requirements and processes to meet supply requirements.
- Established presentations and training at the activity/directorate/command group level.
- Excelled in fast-paced settings, managing tasks efficiently under pressure.
- Utilized strong verbal and written communication skills to convey information clearly.
- Collaborated effectively within a team, offering support and guidance to colleagues.
Director, Force Sustainment Directorate
United States Army Medical Material Agency
Frederick
08.2019 - 07.2022
- Mentored 76 military, civilian, and contract employees in five CONUS locations.
- Responsible for executing the OMA and OPA equipping programs in support of the Army and Army Material Command equipping strategies.
- Developed training plans critical military medical operations, resulting in 25% reduction in response time for medical support, ensuring timely and effective care for injured personnel in high-stress and high-pressure environments, ultimately saving lives.
- Drove organizational change by designing and executing performance improvement programs across multiple departments.
- Facilitated stakeholder engagement through regular communication, ensuring alignment on strategic goals and project milestones.
- Oversaw budget management processes, optimizing resource allocation to support organizational objectives and financial stability.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic initiatives enhancing operational efficiency.
Medical Materiel Operations Officer
United States Army Medical Command
Fort Detrick
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Tracked Medical Set, Kits and Outfit through TEWLS.
- Prepared Financial Liability Reports to resolve missing equipment discrepancies, facilitating the identification and recovery of 75% of equipment losses, saving the organization $150k and enhancing overall inventory management.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of daily operations.
- Identify areas for process improvement and cost reduction.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement through regular feedback sessions and process evaluations.
- Updated and published standard operating procedures (SOPs) using stakeholder, customer and employee input and feedback resulting in clearer and more useful instruction for users.
- Coordinated and led meetings to inform management and stakeholders of operational challenges and suggested improvements.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Oversaw financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Chief Equipment Management Division
Medical Research and Material Command, G-4
Frederick
06.2017 - 07.2018
- Chief Executive Officer for the Equipment Management for Headquarters, U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command (USAMRMC).
- Educated and guided 250 employees on Defense Medical Logistics Standard Support (DMLSS) system to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Conducted cost analysis for systems logistic support and developed, reviewed operating plans and procedures for systems acquisition projects to integrate logistic support considerations.
Company Commander
Medical Research and Materiel Command
Fort Detrick
05.2015 - 04.2017
- Supervised 120 Soldiers and provided human service resources for their families from six different geographical locations.
- Ensured unit compliance in the areas of training and development, medical and overall unit readiness.
- Developed moral and welfare events that raised unit satisfaction by 25% and reduced turnover, contributing to a more positive work environment.
- Maintained accountability of organizational equipment and supplies, resulting in a 100% equipment readiness rate, ensuring seamless operations and mission success.
- Led strategic planning initiatives to enhance medical research project outcomes.
- Coordinated resource allocation for multiple research projects, optimizing efficiency and effectiveness.
- Implemented process improvements that increased operational readiness within the command structure.
- Mentored junior officers and enlisted personnel, contributing to their professional growth and career progression.
- Balanced competing priorities effectively while managing multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Logistics Officer
3-85th Warrior Transition Battalion
Fort Drum
01.2014 - 05.2015
- Managed the Warrior Transition Battalion's Property Book, 25 credit card accounts, GSA vehicle fleet, and annual budget of $23.6 million dollars.
- Served as the focal point for processing requisitions for expendable and nonexpendable property and supplies.
- Managed inventory levels using advanced tracking systems to optimize supply chain efficiency.
- Analyzed transportation costs and identified strategies for cost reduction without compromising service quality.
- Organized unit training operations and managed details when unit move was required.
Evacuation/Treatment Platoon Leader
10th Brigade Support Battalion
Fort Drum
08.2012 - 12.2013
- Led Evacuation Platoon in Brigade Medical Support Company, providing rapid response medical evacuation and convoy support for 2500 Soldiers.
Education
Post-Degree Certificate - Logistics and Materials Management
Logistics Management Institute
McClean, VA06-2018
Logistics And Supply Chain Management -
US Army Medical Center of Excellence
Joint Base San Antonio08-2016
Strategic Management - How The Army Runs
Defense Acquisition University
FT Belvoir, VA07-2015
Master of Arts - Human Sciences
Hood College
Frederick, MD06-2010
Bachelor of Science -
Old Dominion University
Hampton, VA05-2008
Associates of Science -
George Washington University
Washington, DC08-2006
Skills
- Program evaluation
- Data analysis
- Statistical analysis
- Operational analysis
- Performance metrics
- Project management
- Resource allocation
- Budget management
- Supply chain efficiency
- Logistics analysis
- Workflow optimization
- Data management
- Presentation communication
- Self-starter
- Excellent communication
Certification
- Acquisition Level One
- Lifecycle Logistics
- Supervisory Development Course
- Program Management Level 1
Awards
- Meritorious Service Medal (4th award)
- Army Commendation Medal (4th award)
- Army Achievement Medal (3rd award)
- Army Good Conduct Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Afghanistan Campaign Medal with Bronze Star Device
- Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
- NCO Professional Development Ribbon
- Army Service Ribbon
- NATO Medal
- Combat Action Badge
Profile Link
https://bold.pro/my/melisa%2Dnatapraya%2D251016134411/568r
Timeline
Program Analyst
General Dynamics
02.2026 - Current
Logisitcs Management Specialist
Goldbelt Frontier, LLC
10.2024 - 08.2025
Chief, Supply Operations
Department of the Army Walter Reed Army Institute of Research
07.2022 - 07.2024
Director, Force Sustainment Directorate
United States Army Medical Material Agency
08.2019 - 07.2022
Medical Materiel Operations Officer
United States Army Medical Command
08.2018 - 07.2019
Chief Equipment Management Division
Medical Research and Material Command, G-4
06.2017 - 07.2018
Company Commander
Medical Research and Materiel Command
05.2015 - 04.2017
Logistics Officer
3-85th Warrior Transition Battalion
01.2014 - 05.2015
Evacuation/Treatment Platoon Leader
10th Brigade Support Battalion
08.2012 - 12.2013
Post-Degree Certificate - Logistics and Materials Management
Logistics Management Institute
Logistics And Supply Chain Management -
US Army Medical Center of Excellence
Strategic Management - How The Army Runs
Defense Acquisition University
Master of Arts - Human Sciences
Hood College
Bachelor of Science -
Old Dominion University
Associates of Science -
George Washington University