Nathan Holben
Matthews,USA
Summary
Dynamic Supply Chain and Inventory Leader with over 11 years of experience in managing end-to-end logistics, inventory control, and procurement across military and private sectors. Expertise in optimizing supply chain strategies and leveraging advanced ERP systems, including SAP, GCSS-Army, and Aljex, to enhance forecasting, inventory planning, and reporting processes. Proven track record in leading multi-site operations, excelling in vendor negotiations, contract management, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Committed to driving data-driven improvements that scale systems and enhance warehouse efficiency while holding an active Secret security clearance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics Manager
International Solutions Management
Charlotte, NC
11.2023 - Current
- Lead operational planning and execution for multimodal freight logistics, while advising leadership on cost efficiencies, stakeholder communication, and process enhancement.
- Directed $300K+ in monthly cargo repositioning and developed KPIs to track asset utilization and operational performance.
- Negotiated vendor agreements and optimized routing strategy, increasing profit margins by 8%.
- Designed and implemented process enhancements reducing dispatch load-tracking time by 25%.
- Cultivated relationships with internal stakeholders and clients to improve service delivery and responsiveness.
- Identified growth opportunities by aligning market trends with service capabilities.
- Contributed to $6M+ in annual revenue growth by driving operational efficiency and delivering consecutive record-breaking monthly performance.
- Monitored vendor performance using reporting tools to drive continuous improvement and efficiency.
- Developed strategic partnerships with carriers, enhancing service reliability and cost-effectiveness.
Logistics Manager
Army National Guard
South Carolina
07.2015 - 09.2023
- Directed cross-unit planning and execution of logistics and asset management, supporting military readiness while driving efficiencies across multi-million-dollar programs.
- Oversaw $16M+ in assets and supply chains across multiple locations, developing strategic plans that improved inventory accuracy and readiness by 10% annually.
- Identified and executed over $1M in cost savings through lean vendor management and lifecycle planning.
- Standardized statewide operations, training 100+ staff on ERP systems, reducing reporting errors by 30%.
- Executed procurement strategies in accordance with FAR/DFARS and mission-critical requirements.
- Optimized procurement and decommissioning strategies aligned with mission-critical goals using SAP and forecasting tools (MTOE, FMSWeb).
- Supported pre-award evaluations, supplier assessments, and SBA small business participation goals.
- Developed procurement plans for new projects and implemented sourcing strategies within assigned areas.
- Led cross-functional procurement coordination with operations, contracts, and accounts payable teams.
Owner & Accountant
Bear Hill LLC
Rock Hill, SC
04.2021 - Current
- Founded and led a small business focused on sustainable financial planning, procurement efficiency, and strategic growth.
- Achieved 10% cost reduction through procurement efficiency and cash flow analysis.
- Improved supplier continuity, reducing delays by 20%.
- Conducted monthly reviews of KPIs, operating costs, and inventory performance to inform business strategy.
- Created and optimized procurement templates for consistent vendor communications and reporting.
Sales Representative
Fastenal
Rock Hill, SC
01.2014 - 06.2015
- Supported regional sales and logistics activities by analyzing client needs, preparing RFQs, and improving fulfillment capabilities.
- Generated customer procurement plans and improved sourcing accuracy by 20% through data review and account analysis.
- Improved customer sourcing solutions by 20% through dedicated account management.
- Assisted in creating regional supply chain forecasts and collaborated with vendors for tailored client solutions.
- Developed tailored solutions to meet customer needs, enhancing satisfaction and loyalty.
Logistics Squad Leader
Army National Guard
Sharana, Afghanistan
07.2012 - 05.2013
- Led cross-national resupply missions in active conflict zones, managing personnel, resources, and risk in high-pressure conditions.
- Led 60+ resupply missions, overseeing movement of critical assets and personnel with 100% mission completion rate.
- Supervised a 10-soldier team, maintained readiness tracking, and coordinated logistics with allied forces.
- Applied forecasting tools (STRAC, TAMIS) to align supply levels with operational timelines.
- Implemented convoy safety protocols and performed mission risk assessments.
- Performed vendor assessments to ensure reliability and compliance with mission requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of South Carolina – Upstate
05-2022
Skills
- SAP
- GCSS-Army
- Aljex
- DAT Load Board
- TruckStop
- TAMIS
- STRAC
- MTOE
- FMSWeb
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Google Sheets
- Cash Flow Forecasting
- RFQ/RFP Processing
- Asset Lifecycle Management
- Demand Planning
- KPI Reporting
- Hazardous Materials Compliance
- SOP Development
- Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint
- Outlook
- Teams
- SharePoint
- OneDrive
- PowerBI
Certification
- Google Data Analytics Certificate | Coursera | 2023
- Certified Logistics Associate | MSSC | 2018
- Demonstrated Logistician | SOLE – The International Society of Logistics | 2018
Timeline
Logistics Manager
International Solutions Management
11.2023 - Current
Owner & Accountant
Bear Hill LLC
04.2021 - Current
Logistics Manager
Army National Guard
07.2015 - 09.2023
Sales Representative
Fastenal
01.2014 - 06.2015
Logistics Squad Leader
Army National Guard
07.2012 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science -
University of South Carolina – Upstate