Naka Turner

Dynamic logistics leader with over 20 years of experience in the United States Air Force, specializing in overseeing large teams and managing complex multi-million-dollar projects globally. Successfully managed $6.3 billion in assets while enhancing team performance through effective communication and data analysis. Demonstrates expertise in personnel management, customer service, material management, inventory methods, critical supply delivery, and operational efficiency improvements. Committed to leveraging extensive logistics experience to drive organizational success.

• AFSO21 Green Belt Certification, 51st Fighter Wing Republic of Korea, 2012
• Certified Life Cycle Logistics Level-I, Defense Acquisition University, 2017
• Certified Life Cycle Logistics Level-II, Defense Acquisition University, 2018
• Chief Leadership Course, Professional Military Education, 2023

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Streamlined logistics and supply chain operations to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery, improving overall operational efficiency., Focused on enhancing customer satisfaction and service quality by fostering strong client relationships and addressing service gaps.

• Senior Enlisted Leader, 02/01/22, 02/01/24, United States Air Force, Altus, OK, 40-50, Provided strategic advice on readiness, morale, and welfare for a team of 311 Airmen and civilians across six flights., Led the Air Education and Training Command's Logistics Directorate, executing a manpower determinant for four installations with 290 personnel., Mentored and coached junior enlisted members, supporting their career advancement and personal development., Improved team performance by implementing effective communication strategies and streamlining processes for managing 44 million gallons of fuel and $438 million in aircraft assets.
• Weapon System Sustainment Team Lead, 02/01/19, 02/01/22, United States Air Force, Shreveport, LA, 40-60, Led logistics operations for nine wings with 569 supply airmen, delivering 391 thousand aircraft assets, powering eight weapon systems, and supporting 45 thousand flying hours., Oversaw the execution of a Time Compliance Technical Order for B-1 aircraft fleet stand-down, managing 102 parts shipped for repair and securing 30 serviceable assets valued at $341K, expediting fleet return to service., Served as the Major Command Functional Manager, improving logistics operations across multiple areas of responsibility., Performed supply analytics for all weapon system platforms utilizing v-lookup, forecasting, timelines, date and time, durations, pivot tables, and additional functions.
• Command Equipment Manager, 02/01/18, 02/01/19, United States Air Force, San Antonio, TX, 40-50, Managed the Air Education & Training Command equipment mismatch program, correcting 21 critical miscounted assets and increasing supply levels by 5%., Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements and optimized equipment availability for two F-35 aircraft relocation projects, supporting 2.1K assets for maximum productivity and training., Streamlined inventory management processes, ensuring the accurate tracking of critical supplies and spares.
• Materiel Manager Career Broadener, 02/01/16, 02/01/18, United States Air Force/Defense Logistics Agency, Philadelphia, PA, 40-50, Supported 66.2K Department of Defense and foreign military sales customers, equipping Operation INHERENT RESOLVE Joint Task Force Commander's Avenger 72 program with 504 high-visibility assets., Delivered critical supplies ahead of Hurricane Harvey, securing 8K cots, 11 generators, and 14K sandbags for the Texas National Guard., Streamlined workflows and improved operational efficiency by resolving bottlenecks and implementing solutions.
• Enlisted Airmen, 02/01/03, 02/01/16, United States Air Force, Multiple Locations, 40-70, Provided fueling support to the largest combat wing, fulfilling 3.5K customer requests and contributing to 18 Wing operations with 6K sorties and 14K flying hours., Developed a $13M Theater Security Package deployment, sustaining 527 F-16 sorties and strengthening U.S. Pacific Command deterrence capabilities., Awarded Pacific Air Forces' Materiel Management Noncommissioned Officer of the Year (2014) and selected for the prestigious Defense Logistics Agency Career Broadening Program.

• Recognized as Pacific Air Forces' 2014 Materiel Management Noncommissioned
  Officer of the Year Award and selected as one of only five Airmen for the
  prestigious Defense Logistics Agency's Career Broadening Program.
• Promoted six months ahead of peers as a Below the Zone (BTZ) selectee for excellence, job knowledge, and performance.
• Hand-selected for the E-9 position at Air Education and Training Command's Logistics
  Directorate Functional Manager position for five months and executed a
  manpower determinant as a E-8.
• Elected to fill E-9 position for the Major Command Functional Manager for four months and led logistics operations for nine wings with 569 supply airmen as an E-8.