Ronald Lowery
Albany,GA
Summary
Focused professional knowledgeable about devising innovative solutions to diverse business concerns and goals. Strategic and forward-thinking leader with self-motivated and tactical mindset. Excellent relationship-building and critical thinking skills with determined and decisive nature.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Competency Manager, 40 Hrs. Per Week
United States Marine Corps
Marine Corps Logistic Command Albany, GA
08.2023 - Current
- Developed training methods to diversify instruction, strengthen learning opportunities, and enhance program for 30 supply and Inventory Managers within Weapons System Management Center
- Team-member for 7 person cross-functional team's development of innovative solutions for three complex logistical challenges within Weapons System Management Center.
- Implemented training plan (and their associated subsystems) for supportability and integrates twelve-product support elements for ease of tracking training process for employee's.
- Co-developed support risk mitigation strategy and incorporated into overall program Risk Mitigation Plan for internal self-assessment.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving quarterly training request promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Air Transportation Manager, 40-55 Hrs. Per Week
United States Marine Corps
Logistics Department, Iwakuni, Japan
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Supervised personnel performance, providing feedback and guidance to promote professional development among 55 team members.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by overseeing timely and safe transportation of 229,000 passengers and 10,700 tons of cargo by streamlining air transportation processes.
- Coordinated with Department of Defense, State, White House agencies to ensure successful movement of U.S. President, US Ambassador to Japan and entourage during 2023s 49th G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan.
- Implemented training protocols. Synchronized with Air Force Expeditionary & Marines Training Command to enroll 30 staff of Marines, US Civilians and Japanese Nationals into air transportation training courses.
- Coordinated with various military/commercial departments to ensure seamless planning/execution between ground staff, flight crew, and airport authorities on 624 commercial aircraft in transited Iwakuni, Japan.
- Managed 12-million-dollar budget allocation for facilities, fuel, maintenance, & staffing to optimize resources minimizing $100K costs for Air Terminal with Navy Facilities Command Air Mobility Command's.
Logistics Manager, 40 Hrs. Per Week
U.S. Air Force
35th Logistics Readiness Squadron Misawa, Japan
02.2018 - 08.2020
- Deputy to commander, plans, organizes, and oversees day-to-day support activities to Squadron of 335 personnel.
- Established cross-functional team experts for Quality Assurance Program, that conducted regular audits of logistics practices to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions accordingly. Led to 100 samples provided to 2019 Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness inspection team with 95 samples having zero write-ups.
- Lead unit civilian supervisor who actively managed oversight of all Requests for Personnel Action (RPA) for US and Japanese; routinely teaming w/US and Japanese Civilian Human Resources Departments.
- Represented Logistics Readiness Squadron for functional area logistics readiness. Streamlined unit's readiness by implementing deployable automated cargo measurement system (DACMS), improving deployment cargo check-in time by 75 percent.
- Developed $2.6 million-dollar annual budget that enabled training, resources, and systems required to meet readiness operations of 322 US Military and Civilian Personnel.
Chief, Readiness and Resources, 40 Hrs. Per Week
US Air Force
734th Air Mobility Squadron Guam, USA
12.2014 - 02.2018
- Directed day-to-day operations working efficiently and productively with 7 staff members to develop logistics management operations that involved planning, coordinating, or evaluating logistical actions to support sustainment operations and training for 217 U.S Military/Civilian on $6.1 million annual budget and $30 million dollar fleet weapons system.
- Strengthened client relationships through consistent communication, was instrumental in identifying and resolving erroneous facilities billing discrepancies saving squadron 280 thousand dollars in 2015.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines for logistics plans and reports, deployment/ reception operations, Base Support and Expeditionary (BAS&E) Site Plans, meeting the legal and regulatory requirements of unit's needs.
- Coordinated acquisition and install of $1.5 million loading dock systems which increased efficiency of Air Terminals movement process by 45%.
- Collaborated, planned and attained approval to purchase $250 thousand-dollar constant surveillance service system to meet DOD requirements for in transit storage of small arm weapons and ammunition, registered mail, medical and classified material up to secret status w/in Air Terminal.
Quality Control Manager, 40 Hrs. Per Week
Strategic Resources Inc.
Joint Base Lewis-McChord Tacoma, Washington
07.2012 - 06.2014
- Employed quality standards IAW ISO 9001 procedures to minimize errors, maximize customer satisfaction on $11.5 million-dollar contract.
- Participated in regular weekly management review meetings, providing updates on quality control performance and suggesting areas for improvement to Project Manager and Contracting Officer Representative.
- Conducted regular daily assessments of logistical productions, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Spearheaded root cause analysis investigations when needed, determining underlying issues and recommending appropriate fixes for eight different logistical areas of operations.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new contractor team members, ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures.
Air Transportation Specialist 40-72 Hrs. Per Week
U.S. Air Force (Retired)
World Wide
09.1988 - 08.2012
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal, written and regular interactions with others.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Led cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing overall operational efficiency within the organization.
- Developed and implemented projects and programs to enhance workforce competency, teamwork, and overall productivity.
- Coordinated transport of freight, personnel, food and medical supplies for prompt delivery to final destination.
- Negotiated competitive contracts with external vendors for services such as catering, fuel supply, or ground handling support – ensuring cost savings without compromising quality standards.
Education
Master of Legal Studies - Some College Coursework Completed
Arizona State University
Online02.2025
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice
Brandman University
Lacey, WA06.2014
Associates Degree - Transportation/Logistics Management
Community College of The Air Force
Maxwell, Alabama03.2009
Skills
- Logistics Analysis
- Transportation Planning
- Warehouse Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Demand forecasting
- Distribution Management
- Shipping coordination
- Freight Forwarding
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
Additional Information
Pacific Air Forces Outstanding Logistic Readiness Civilian Category II of the Year (2019)
Department of the Air Force Award for Meritorious Civilian Service (2018)
715th Air Mobility Operations Group Civilian of the 3rd Quarter (2016)
Affiliations
- Airlift Tanker Association – Lifetime Member
- National Defense Transportation Association - Lifetime Member
Security Clearance
Secret, ANACI, 2016-08-16
References
- Mr. Kent Wheeler, Deputy Director, Sustainment Support Division, kent.wheeler@usmc.mil
- Mr. Mark T. DeSander, Director of Logistics, mark.desander@usmc.mil
- Mr. Patrick T. Larson, Chief Plans and Programs, patrick.larson@us.af.mil
- Col Kevin F. Campbell, US Air Force, Commander, kevin.campbell.2@us.af.mil
- Col Russel D. Gohn, US Air Force, Vice Commander, russell.gohn@us.af.mil
Training
- Lean six Sigma Green Belt Practitioner
- Project Management Professional
- Air University Advanced USAF Supervisors Course
- Defense Acquisition University Overview of Acquisition Ethics
- NAVFAC Base Operating Support (BOS) Contract Performance Assessment
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
HybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementCompany Culture4-day work weekPaid time offPaid sick leave401k matchTimeline
Competency Manager, 40 Hrs. Per Week
United States Marine Corps
08.2023 - Current
Air Transportation Manager, 40-55 Hrs. Per Week
United States Marine Corps
08.2020 - 08.2023
Logistics Manager, 40 Hrs. Per Week
U.S. Air Force
02.2018 - 08.2020
Chief, Readiness and Resources, 40 Hrs. Per Week
US Air Force
12.2014 - 02.2018
Quality Control Manager, 40 Hrs. Per Week
Strategic Resources Inc.
07.2012 - 06.2014
Air Transportation Specialist 40-72 Hrs. Per Week
U.S. Air Force (Retired)
09.1988 - 08.2012
Master of Legal Studies - Some College Coursework Completed
Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice
Brandman University
Associates Degree - Transportation/Logistics Management
Community College of The Air Force