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Philip M. Payton

Milton,WV

Summary

Developed comprehensive skill set in fast-paced entrepreneurial environment, now seeking to transition into new field. Demonstrates expertise in strategic planning and financial management, with strong capabilities in client relationship building and project coordination. Aims to leverage these transferable skills to drive success in new professional setting.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Threshold LLC
01.2021 - Current
  • Current Salary is 150k a year
  • Facilitate meetings architects, engineers, lenders, and property managers to ensure projects are completed on time and in an effective manner
  • Develop new business through targeted marketing campaigns, increasing new commercial real estate accounts
  • Directly contributed to commercial real estate transactions with average yearly sales of 1.45 million
  • Effectively negotiated lease terms and prices with each client
  • Worked with commercial and residential property clients, facilitating the entire real estate transaction
  • Kept up to date with market trends and regularly analyzed local property market
  • Managing 6 employees through various rehab housing projects
  • Managing various purchasing, contracting, buying, and selling of properties
  • Assisting Charleston-Kanawha Housing, and the Huntington West Virginia Housing Authority to provide homeless vets with housing
  • Assisted the SSVF 'Supportive Services for Veteran Families' with their mission to provide comprehensive Supportive Services to very low-income Veterans and their families who are currently experiencing homelessness or are at risk of losing their homes
  • Worked with the nonprofit organization VOA 'Volunteers of America', to assist in placing homeless vets in affordable housing
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.

Logistics/Distribution Supervisor

Huntington VA Medical Center
01.2010 - Current
  • Current salary is 37.95hr, 8 hours a day 5 days a week
  • At the end of the 1st Quarter in FY12 the courier contract expired
  • Performed a cost analysis to determine the most cost-effective way to proceed with the courier program
  • Met with using services, contracting, and end users to determine the best method
  • However, in the interim the warehouse took on the carrier duties
  • Utilized the information received for mileage, gasoline cost, and time spent traveling to all clinics (Charleston, Gallipolis, and Chapmanville)
  • The cost of the existing courier contracts totaled $211,906 per year
  • The cost to have another Laboratory perform this testing would cost the facility $256,174 per year
  • The option that was finally approved at RMC was to continue with the warehouse performing this service with adding an additional warehouse employee for an annual cost of $65,748
  • This cost analysis saved the facility $146,148 for the year
  • In 2011, transferred the Huntington VA Warehouse UPS duties, to the Huntington VA Mail Room, saving the facility $122,000 in shipping and handling annually
  • Completed the MQAS, 'Management Quality Assurance Service' audit with zero deficiencies
  • During FY 13, assisted, and executed a plan to help the Blood Bank with the shipping and receiving of the Department of Defense Units 'Blood', saving the facility an excess of $120,000 dollars
  • This was a cost saving to the facility, and it also improved patient care
  • Supervised transportation operations, including quality controls, to ensure transportation services met obligations as well as local and government regulatory requirements
  • Oversaw dispatching, routing, maintenance schedules, tracking, and shipping activities to ensure safe, prompt, and accurate delivery of transportation equipment
  • Trained and coached staff on tracking procedures and communicated operational needs to senior management
  • Provided effective leadership in ensuring the timely delivery of specific purpose funds equipment
  • Logistics continued to expand on T-21 initiatives and spending due to the development and construction of a Woman’s Health clinic located inside the hospital, and privacy improvement projects at the Prestonsburg, and Charleston CBOCs
  • FY 13, Worked with the facility Telehealth Coordinator, and IRM to coordinate deliver of additional equipment to expand Telehealth services into Charleston, Gallipolis, and Lenore Outreach Clinics
  • Ensured that inventories and location surveys are performed in accordance with established procedures
  • Instructed warehouse personnel in loading, unloading, segregation, dunnage, palletizing, and selection of stock and storage areas and performed property disposal storage functions
  • Ensured application of special procedures for handling, storing, packaging and shipping retrograde material
  • Retrieved and analyzed history and activity files pertinent to system rejected documents and recommended additions and deletions to authorized stock list
  • Maintained accounting records of property disposal activity, reviewed requests for major and controlled items and reconciled activity records for monthly and quarterly reporting and status reviews while processing data inquiry and manager referred listings and cards
  • Managed, controlled critical and reserve stocks and operational readiness floats while performing financial management functions
  • Processed output from catalog inquiry program, document modifiers and special cancellation requests
  • Optimized transportation routes for cost savings and improved delivery times.
  • Managed a team of logistics professionals, resulting in increased productivity and timely deliveries.
  • Implemented safety protocols within the warehouse, reducing accidents and maintaining a safe work environment.
  • Analyzed data to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements, leading to increased operational efficiency.
  • Trained staff on new software applications designed to improve inventory tracking accuracy throughout the operation cycle of products.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the distribution center, including staffing, budgeting, and performance metrics tracking.
  • Resolved internal or external issues that arose during the shipping process efficiently while prioritizing customer satisfaction.

Supervision and Resource Management

Huntington VA Medical Center
01.2010 - Current

Current salary is 37.95hr, 8 hrs a day 5 days a week

  • Ensured 100% inventory accuracy of a 25-line item inventory, despite high turn-over materials and adverse environmental conditions
  • Developed and implemented the organizational vision that integrates program goals, strategic priorities, core values, and other factors with the VA Medical Center
  • Assessed, analyze, acquire, and administer human, financial, material and information resources in a manner that places a high priority on a culture of compliant business integrity for the Huntington VA Medical Center/Warehouse
  • Solicit and considered feedback from internal and external stakeholders and/or customers 'Telehealth'
  • Coordinated with appropriate parties to maximize input from the widest range of appropriate stakeholders to facilitate an open exchange of opinion from diverse groups and strengthen internal and external support with, Charleston, Gallipolis, Lenore, and the Prestonsburg CBCOs
  • Developed a professional network with other organizations and identified the internal and external politics that affect the work of the organization here at the VA Medical Center and outline CBOCs
  • Explained, advocated, and expressed the facts and ideas in a convincing manner and negotiated with individuals and groups internally and externally, as appropriate at the VA Medical Center
  • Produced specific performance results, focusing on the enhancing patient-driven outcomes for veterans, from both the strategic plan or other measurable outputs and outcomes clearly aligned to organizational goals/objectives, specifics from the strategic plan, congressional budget justification/annual performance template, or other organizational planning document for the VA Medical Center/Warehouse
  • Supervised, performed, and monitored management of manual or automated inventory control actions
  • Computed and accumulated data for use in analysis while developing work standards and methodology
  • Supervised Performance in inventories and ensured timely correction of discrepancies
  • Supervised the preparation, analyses, and evaluation reports, procedures, and policy data while providing customer service
  • Inspected and evaluated inventory management activities and periodically inspected activities for compliance with policies, procedures, and directives for accuracy
  • Analyzed reports and records activities, had inefficiencies reported to me, and delegated corrective actions to improve operations
  • Evaluated supply efficiency and equipment management activities and used management products to evaluate accounts
  • Supervised the support to maintenance activities
  • Oversaw the coordination with maintenance activities on repairable component actions, controls and issues bench stock property, obtained material required for equipment modification, periodic component exchange, and bills of material in support of maintenance
  • Accountable for all items contained in mobility readiness spares packages

Chief of Logistics (Acting)

Huntington VA Medical Center
01.2013 - Current
  • Current salary is 37.95hr, 8 hours a day 5 days a week
  • Attended facility meetings, handled internal issues, and held logistics meetings.
  • Briefed employees on issues, and upcoming events
  • Worked with union to resolve issues, at the lowest level with employees/management
  • Attended leadership emergency meetings and gave updates on staffing shortfalls
  • Creative with allocating workloads to employees to meet patient care needs
  • Attended the facility EOC 'Environmental Rounds' inspecting and resolving issues in the hospital
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Extraction /Protective Service Agent

Global Security
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Salary was 185k a year
  • Developed and implemented military and diplomatic strategies for international organizations to ensure global safety and security.
  • Analyzed political, military, and economic trends to aid policymakers in understanding global security threats and potential regional conflicts.
  • Led a 10-person team to provide security for US embassy dignitaries in Afghanistan and Iraq.
  • Led training sessions for fellow agents on topics such as defensive tactics or first aid procedures, contributing to overall team preparedness and performance levels.
  • Managed incident reporting processes effectively by promptly documenting events that occurred during assignments and providing detailed after-action reports for review purposes.
  • Improved security measures by conducting comprehensive risk assessments and identifying potential threats.
  • Utilized state-of-the-art technology tools to enhance communication capabilities, improving team coordination during high-risk scenarios.

Emergency Response Team Leader

Armor Group North America
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Salary was 195k a year
  • Ensured secure operations for US Government, Fortune 500 companies, and international organizations by identifying and mitigating risks to people, assets, and interests.
  • Specialized in supporting contingency operations, crisis response, and business continuity planning for clients in North America and overseas.
  • Assisted Afghanistan military in eradicating poppy fields in the provinces of Farah and Herat.
  • Led a logistical 12-man emergency response team, ensuring rapid and effective crisis management.
  • Facilitated timely decision-making during emergencies by maintaining open lines of communication among team members and command staff.
  • Reduced response times for emergency situations through regular training, drills, and performance evaluations.
  • Established strong relationships with external agencies for seamless coordination during multi-agency response efforts.

Personal Security Team Leader

Black Water USA
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Salary was 175k a year
  • Conducted pre-mission route reconnaissance using self-gathered and local intelligence to ensure mission safety.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Collaborated with friendly forces, local authorities, and resistance fighters to gather battlefield intelligence and secure travel clearances.
  • Maintained strict OPSEC and COMSEC protocols while handling sensitive and confidential material.
  • Maintained high standards of physical fitness within the team by organizing regular group exercise routines and promoting healthy lifestyle choices among staff members.
  • Improved overall team productivity by implementing effective work schedules and delegating tasks based on individual skillsets.
  • Mentored junior staff members in proper security procedures, resulting in increased efficiency and professionalism within the team.

United States Air Force
01.2002 - 01.2006

United States Army
01.1995 - 01.2002

Education

Collage Classes -

Marshal University
Huntington, WV

Patient Centered Care and Cultural Transformation Program -

Reasonable Accommodation training -

Leadership Course -

Department of State
Moyock, North Carolina

Primary Leadership Development Course - Instruction in Leadership Skills, Training Skills,

US Army
Anchorage, AK
12.2000

Air Man Leadership School - Professional Military Education

US Air Force
Fort Walton Beach, Florida
02.2001

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) -

Awareness/Familiarization of Safe Transportation of Hazmat -

High School -

Silver Valley High School
Yermo, California

Skills

  • Proficient in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
  • Inventory Control Processes
  • Standards/Procedure Compliance
  • Supervisory
  • Transportation/Materials Management
  • Logistics Planning/Execution
  • Quality Assurance
  • Analytical Expertise
  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Project management
  • Operations management
  • Strategic planning
  • Project estimating
  • Staff management
  • Team oversight
  • Staff hiring
  • Financial management
  • Business development
  • Negotiation
  • Sales leadership
  • Labor relations
  • Human resources
  • Crisis management
  • Hiring and staffing
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer service
  • Decision-making
  • Effective leader
  • Scheduling
  • Goal setting
  • Quality assurance

Professionalachievements

  • Owner, Threshold LLC, 01/01/21 - Present, Facilitate meetings with architects, engineers, lenders, and property managers to ensure projects are completed on time and in an effective manner., Develop new business through targeted marketing campaigns, increasing new commercial real estate accounts., Directly contributed to commercial real estate transactions with average yearly sales of 1.45 million., Effectively negotiated lease terms and prices with each client., Worked with commercial and residential property clients, facilitating the entire real estate transaction., Kept up to date with market trends and regularly analyzed local property market., Managing 6 employees through various rehab housing projects., Managing various purchasing, contracting, buying, and selling of properties., Assisting Charleston-Kanawha Housing, and the Huntington West Virginia Housing Authority to provide homeless vets with housing., Assisted the SSVF 'Supportive Services for Veteran Families' with their mission to provide comprehensive Supportive Services to very low-income Veterans and their families who are currently experiencing homelessness or are at risk of losing their homes., Worked with the nonprofit organization VOA 'Volunteers of America', to assist in placing homeless vets in affordable housing.
  • Chief of Logistics (Acting), Huntington VA Medical Center, 01/01/13 - 12/31/14, Attended facility meetings, handled internal issues, and held logistics meetings, where I briefed employees on issues, and upcoming events., Worked with union to resolve issues, at the lowest level with employees/management., Attended leadership emergency meetings and gave updates on my staffing shortfalls., Creative with allocating workloads to my employees to meet patient care needs., Attended the facility EOC 'Environmental Rounds' inspecting and resolving issues in the hospital.
  • Logistics/Distribution Supervisor, Huntington VA Medical Center, 01/01/10 - Present, Performed a cost analysis to determine the most cost-effective way to proceed with the courier program, saving the facility $146,148 for the year., Transferred the Huntington VA Warehouse UPS duties to the Huntington VA Mail Room, saving the facility $122,000 in shipping and handling annually., Completed the MQAS 'Management Quality Assurance Service' audit with zero deficiencies., Assisted and executed a plan to help the Blood Bank with the shipping and receiving of the Department of Defense Units 'Blood', saving the facility an excess of $120,000., Supervised transportation operations, including quality controls, to ensure transportation services met obligations as well as local and government regulatory requirements., Oversaw dispatching, routing, maintenance schedules, tracking, and shipping activities to ensure safe, prompt, and accurate delivery of transportation equipment., Trained and coached staff on tracking procedures and communicated operational needs to senior management.
  • Supervision and Resource Management, Huntington VA Medical Center, 01/01/10 - Present, Ensured 100% inventory accuracy of a 25-line item inventory, despite high turn-over materials and adverse environmental conditions., Developed and implemented the organizational vision that integrates program goals, strategic priorities, core values, and other factors with the VA Medical Center., Assessed, analyzed, acquired, and administered human, financial, material and information resources in a manner that places a high priority on a culture of compliant business integrity for the Huntington VA Medical Center/Warehouse., Coordinated with appropriate parties to maximize input from the widest range of appropriate stakeholders to facilitate an open exchange of opinion from diverse groups.

Timeline

Owner

Threshold LLC
01.2021 - Current

Chief of Logistics (Acting)

Huntington VA Medical Center
01.2013 - Current

Logistics/Distribution Supervisor

Huntington VA Medical Center
01.2010 - Current

Supervision and Resource Management

Huntington VA Medical Center
01.2010 - Current

Extraction /Protective Service Agent

Global Security
01.2009 - 01.2010

Emergency Response Team Leader

Armor Group North America
01.2008 - 01.2009

Personal Security Team Leader

Black Water USA
01.2007 - 01.2008

United States Air Force
01.2002 - 01.2006

United States Army
01.1995 - 01.2002

Patient Centered Care and Cultural Transformation Program -

Reasonable Accommodation training -

Leadership Course -

Department of State

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) -

Awareness/Familiarization of Safe Transportation of Hazmat -

High School -

Silver Valley High School

Collage Classes -

Marshal University

Primary Leadership Development Course - Instruction in Leadership Skills, Training Skills,

US Army

Air Man Leadership School - Professional Military Education

US Air Force
Philip M. Payton