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Paul Prehodka

Flagler Beach,FL

Summary

Over 35 years of civilian and military experience as a Supply and Logistics Management Specialist with extensive experience in Department of Homeland Security, Department of State & the Department of Defense logistics/supply operations particularly conventional and special operations Naval and Joint forces. A wide range of personal mastery applicable to operational logistics support, readiness analysis and reporting, configuration management, supply chain, integrated logistics, life cycle management, sustainment, acquisition & procurement, policy, research & analysis, databases, inventory management, and strategic planning for forward deployed assets in multiple engagement areas worldwide. I am well versed in all facets of office automation. I can operate efficiently with all Microsoft office products as well as Copiers, Scanners, Projectors, Display boards etc. My communication skills have been honed throughout my career by giving briefs to senior leaders within my chain of command. Hardworking Logistics Manager skilled in troubleshooting and analysis. Accustomed to drafting and maintaining detailed service reports. Personable and customer-focused with passion for fostering loyalty and satisfaction.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Service Specialist

Cherokee Federal
05.2021 - Current
  • Assisting Embassy Mogadishu Management Officer with all facets of logistics and administrative tasks.

Private Security Contractor

SOC LLC
02.2018 - 05.2021
  • Responsible for all administrative and logistics functions of a 50 man contract at the US Embassy in Mogadishu Somalia.

Private Security Contractor

Triple Canopy Security
04.2015 - 10.2015
  • Acquired the responsibility of security for US Consulate Basrah Iraq.

Private Security Contractor

Global Integrated Security
11.2013 - 04.2015
  • Assigned to the RSO Logistics section as an Administrative Logistics Security Specialist.

Private Security Contractor

Triple Canopy
10.2012 - 08.2013
  • Responsible for coordinating all inbound and outbound personnel and maintaining detailed files on each employee.

Logistics and Inventory Management Specialist

Global Maritek Systems Inc
10.2008 - 05.2012
  • Providing hands-on inventory management functions in support of US Customs and Border Protection operations.

Logistics Support

United States Navy
03.1988 - 03.2008
  • Performed logistics support functions in support of operational SEAL platoons and other special operations units.

Education

High School Diploma -

ELCO High School
Myerstown, PA
06.1986

Skills

  • Proficient in MS Office Applications
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Training Classes
  • Administrative and Office Support

Certification

  • CLEARANCE: Cleared for Top Secret information based on a single scope background investigation completed by OPM on Apr 2011 Previously help TOP SECRET YANKEE WHITE while assigned to HMX-1 from 2002 thru 2005
  • Certified Professional Property Administrator
  • Certified Professional Property Specialist
  • Department of Labor; Journeyman, Retail Store Manager
  • Department of the Navy, Forklift License up to 10K, 36 passenger bus, 25K Cargo Loader.

Military Experience

United States Navy, 03/1988, 03/2008, SEAL Team FOUR, Virginia Beach, VA, 11/2005, 01/2008, Performed a multitude of hands-on logistics support functions in support of operational SEAL platoons to include the accountability and budgetary management of over $3M of Naval Special Warfare operational equipment. Oversaw the receipt, stowage, accountability, and issue of all material requisitioned. Developed and implemented a system for ordering and accountability to standardize local logistics procedures. Developed supply and logistics support operations policy. Served as the Sensitive Combat Equipment Custodian having personal responsibility for GPS, satellite phones, cell phones, multi-band radio's, night vision devices and rifle scopes., Joint Special Operations Task Force (West), 2006, 2007, Logistician in charge of Class II and Class V material for the equipping and sustainment of a deployed Naval Special Warfare Squadron engaged in forward operations performing a counter-terror mission in support of US JSOC Tier One high value target operations in Iraq operating with the host nation military and law enforcement agencies. Analyzed and developed statements of requirements (SOR) submitted requirements via a web-based eMall requisitioning system to the Multi-National Security Transition Command - Iraq (MNSTCI) and Multi-National Forces Command (MNF-I). Oversaw the receipt, stowage, accountability, and issue of all material requisitioned. Developed and implemented a system for ordering and accountability to standardize local logistics procedures., HMX-1 Presidential Helicopter Squadron, Quantico, VA, 2002, 2005, Provided logistical support and customer service for the operations and maintenance of aviation assets that provides helicopter transportation for the President and Vice President of the United States. Supervised over 20 Marines, Sailors, and Civilians in supply operations of Presidential support aircraft. Multi-unit supply-chain management with oversight of $30 M operating budget, centralized 10,000-line item material inventory valued in excess of $50 M. Implemented repairable material management programs, maintained detailed accounting records, oversaw warehouse operations, and executed safeguards for controlled equipment items. Coordinated the development/effectiveness of sound safety and technical training programs. Supervised and accomplished 100% inventory validity., Various, 1988, 2002, Performed as a logistics management specialist from hands-on entry level assignments to leading logistics specialist management functions dealing with all aspects of general supply logistics chain management, inventory, and procurement in forward deploying operational units. Highly experienced with detailed professional knowledge of Naval, Marine Corps, and Joint forces conventional forces, Naval Expeditionary forces, Naval Special Warfare (SEAL team), and Joint Special Operations logistics/supply operations. Extensive experience in a wide range of applicable skills to operational logistics support, readiness metrics analysis and reporting, table of allowance (TOA) management, supply chain, integrated logistics, Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT), vehicle fleet management, Government Purchase Card Program (GPCP), budget formulation, government travel programs, life cycle management, sustainment, acquisition & procurement, policy, research & analysis, databases, inventory management, and strategic planning for forward employed assets in multiple engagement areas worldwide. Managed warehouse operations, infrastructure maintenance, motor vehicle support, diving equipment repair material management, and logistics support functions in support of operational units and non-deployed forces throughout their Inter-Deployment Training Cycle (IDTC).

Timeline

General Service Specialist

Cherokee Federal
05.2021 - Current

Private Security Contractor

SOC LLC
02.2018 - 05.2021

Private Security Contractor

Triple Canopy Security
04.2015 - 10.2015

Private Security Contractor

Global Integrated Security
11.2013 - 04.2015

Private Security Contractor

Triple Canopy
10.2012 - 08.2013

Logistics and Inventory Management Specialist

Global Maritek Systems Inc
10.2008 - 05.2012

Logistics Support

United States Navy
03.1988 - 03.2008

High School Diploma -

ELCO High School
Paul Prehodka