Mitchell Calhoun
Honolulu,HI
Summary
U.S. Army Battalion Logistics Officer with expertise in Supply Chain Planning, Acquisitions and Procurement, Operations, and Program Management. Demonstrated success at leading teams of 30+ in dynamic, fast-paced environments, including large-scale logistics operations in domestic and global systems. Adept at overseeing large budgets and creating new procedures to increase efficiency and cut costs. Strong leadership abilities with excellent communication skills. Proven track record of meeting and surpassing goals. Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect people, assets, property, and equipment values over $80M while meeting the expectations of senior leadership.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Battalion Logistics Officer
US Army
06.2024 - Current
- Logistics Coordination: Planned, coordinated, and executed logistics operations supporting field artillery missions. Managed supply chains for ammunition, equipment, and critical resources, ensuring the unit was fully equipped and ready for all operational demands.
- Property Accountability: Supervised all aspects of property accountability, including inventory control, equipment tracking, and reconciliation. Reduced equipment losses by 8% through process improvements and rigorous accountability measures.
- Budget Management: Managed a logistics budget of approximately $50 million, balancing fiscal responsibility with operational readiness. Identified cost-saving opportunities, leading to a budget reduction of 10% without compromising mission capability.
- Contract Management: Worked with vendors to secure contracts for essential supplies and services, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with military standards.
- Cross-functional Leadership: Collaborated with other battalion staff sections (S1, S2, S3, and S6) to synchronize logistics and operations. Facilitated training events and deployments by aligning supply chain activities with mission requirements.
- Training and Development: Trained logistics personnel on property accountability systems, supply processes, and resource management, enhancing team efficiency and competency in handling logistics operations.
Fire Support Officer
US Army
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Instructed troops and commander on capabilities of individual weapon systems.
- Established effective working relationships with both domestic and foreign counterparts, enhancing multinational cooperation during combined exercises or deployments.
- Streamlined reporting procedures within the fire support cell, promoting cohesive information flow between internal teams and external agencies.
- Coordinated closely with infantry units to provide timely and accurate artillery support during combat missions.
- Managed resources effectively, maintaining accountability for equipment worth millions of dollars.
- Increased overall unit readiness by implementing proactive maintenance schedules for all assigned vehicles and equipment.
- Conducted risk assessments for planned operations, minimizing hazards to friendly forces while maximizing enemy impact.
Education
No Degree - Field Artillery
Field Artillery Basic Officer Leadership Course
Fort Sill, OK12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR05-2023
Skills
- Procurement expertise
- Project Management
- Operations Management
- Distribution Operations
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Secret Security Clearance
- Contracting
- Process Improvement
- Supply Chain Management
Timeline
Battalion Logistics Officer
US Army
06.2024 - Current
Fire Support Officer
US Army
12.2023 - 06.2024
No Degree - Field Artillery
Field Artillery Basic Officer Leadership Course
Bachelor of Science - Supply Chain Management
University of Arkansas
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