Royston Belfon
Fayetteville,WV
Summary
I possess a comprehensive background in Information Management, Logistical Operations, Global Supply Chain Management, Acquisitions, Contracting and Strategic Initiatives with a Secret Security Clearance and 23 years of proven leadership experience in the United States Army. Accomplished measurable results while leading teams of 150 plus personnel in a dynamic, fast-paced environment; with specialized experience in Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Quality Control Management, Contract Management, Intermediate Facilitator, Cadre Training, Petroleum Storage and Distribution, Water Treatment Storage and Wastewater Treatment Engineering, derived from conducting domestic and global operations in Afghanistan, Iraq, Africa Nicaragua, and Thailand as a Logistics Supervisor. I managed risk upon multiple areas to protect assets, property, and equipment valued over $2.9M while meeting the expectations of senior leadership. Provided clear, concise guidance in Warehouse Management, Logistical Planning, and Transportation and Mission Execution. Recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and professionalism in the United States Army Career supported by a Bachelor of Arts: Homeland Security and Emergency Management and Logistics Management. This diverse range of experience makes me a well-rounded, multi-functional leader ready for the next challenging project.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
UNITED STATES ARMY
12.2019 - 10.2021
- Guided the strategic vision to drive operational excellence across people, programs, training, and logistics management to ensure top performance
- Planned, coordinated, and managed a strategic supply chain operations program with direct oversight of 300+ materials; implemented strategies to deliver $178K+ in cost savings
- Coordinated and implemented management information systems that focus on long- and short-range plans, policies and programs related to goals, objectives and priorities established by statutes, executive orders, United States Army, Program Managers, and/or supervisors
- Worked with the Senior Lead to communicate the status, risk, and impact of emerging problem areas and report findings to Incident and Problem Management teams
- Groomed team members into next-generation leaders and equipped them for more complex missions by performing professional reviews for both live and simulated operations
- Built processes, systems, and tools to streamline logistics workflow for several departments
- Spearheaded a training initiative to equip 500+ staff to execute successful evacuation and recovery operations across 1300 square miles
- Reduced logistics costs 30% by implementing creative solutions to manage resources and equipment
- Improved daily operations by leading a special project to renovate the operations department
- Used qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques to assess factual or procedural issues related to management processes, systems, and mission support programs
- Provided a multitude of analysis, procedural competency, and process improvement strategies with increasing levels of responsibility
- Provided staff support for the senior managers and members of the organizational staff, researching and compiling information pertaining to certain projects/topics, prepares factual, clear, concise, complete, and appropriately coordinated written communications
- Ensured leadership was kept informed on all issues of interest that relate to the mission of the Directorate
- Created After-Action Reports as needed.
Senior Instructor/ Writer - Senior Executive Administrative Assistant
UNITED STATES ARMY Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC)
12.2015 - 12.2019
- Served as Instructor/Writer for the Petroleum and Water Department, United States Army Quartermaster School
- Supervised and instructed all aspects of initial Petroleum Supply Specialist training for Soldiers, Marines, and international students
- Responsible for the evaluation, training, and the health and welfare of three Noncommissioned Officers
- Ensured programs of instruction are accurate, relevant, and integrated with current procedures; enforces honor code and standards of conducted
- Counseled and motivated Soldiers to facilitate course completion
- Reviews and rewrites technical material relating to petroleum; responsible for equipment worth over 10,000 dollars
- Served as the Quality Assurance Representative for the Academy
- Created and implemented a quality assurance plan that ensured all instruction and instructors were in compliance with ARMY, TRADOC and USASMA regulations resulting in two successful accreditations
- Facilitated Program of Instruction (POI); reviewed, updated, and wrote technical material relating to water science
- Supervised, counseled, ensured programs of instruction are accurate, relevant, and integrated with current procedures
- Reviewed and rewrote technical material relating to petroleum and water; and performed tasks pertaining to student development
- Provided instruction, facilitated discussions interactive learning activities, collaborated with instructors, and developed practical exercises to Warrant Officer through the Warrant Officer Advanced Course
- Utilized judgment to interpret and adapt guidelines in specific situations regarding the training of Initial Entry Trainee performed Instructor Evaluations; manages six geographically dispersed training facilities; supervises 31 Noncommission Officers (NCOs) & 15 Department of Defense (DOD) civilian instructors and responsible for equipment valued over $22 million
- Developed concise recommendations for programs and the projected impact upon agency resources for program officials, managers, and supervisors
- Served as the Enlisted Assistant; managed the accountability for synchronizing events on near- and long-term calendars for senior leadership Restructured existing administrative procedures, designed, and implemented new policies and procedures, which were presented to the executive team which were adopted
- Provided high-level administrative support to the Commanding General, managing their calendar, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings
- Prepared and edited correspondence, reports, and presentations for the General, ensuring accuracy and professionalism
- Managed confidential and sensitive information with discretion and maintained strict confidentiality
- Coordinated travel arrangements, including flights, accommodations, and transportation, for the General and their staff
- Oversaw the organization and maintenance of office systems, including filing systems, databases, and records
- Prepared and executed official events and ceremonies, ensuring smooth operations and attention to detail
- Liaised with internal and external stakeholders, including senior military officials, government agencies, and international partners
- Managed and supervised administrative staff, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure efficient operations
- Conducted research and provided analysis on various topics to support decision-making and strategic planning
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Senior Logistics Manager, Project Manager, Contracting Officer and Quality Assurance
Ft. Bragg
03.2009 - 12.2015
- Mastered fuel and water operations while performing quality surveillance reviews of the quality program at all levels of sustainment operations; consistently sought by the 21 organizations and over 3 petroleum testing facilities and provide updates and guidance on all logistic operations
- Developed and implemented over 24 Command Supply Discipline Programs checklist that covers inventory, storage, issue, distribute and maintenance of equipment and logistic operations
- Responsible for establishing the first-ever Quality and Surveillance program; HAZMAT collection and disposal; standard operating procedures for fuel and water operations throughout Poland and Romania
- Established guidelines and implemented safety countermeasures for operations resulting in over 100+ successful operations, operating simultaneously throughout eight countries flawlessly
- Ensured contractual agreements were met and the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) were followed
- Responsible for project management/coordinator in the construction of two petroleum storage locations throughout East/Central Asia creating storage for over 800,000 gallons of petroleum
- Served as liaison and managed foreign organizations and subcontractors in order implement subcontract agreements for operations resulting in over 100 successful tasks, flawlessly operating throughout 8 countries simultaneously throughout Europe exercises, and responsible for constructing two 80,000-gallon fuel storage facilities and one 60,000-gallon water purifications and storage facility that supported over 600 soldiers daily
- Movement Control Center manager for Joint Operations Task Force Afghanistan processed managed and executed In-transit Visibility of over 5K U.S
- And Joint Coalition Forces within six Special Operations Task Forces J5 Ministry of Defense NCO synchronized coordinated and developed strategic plans and policy development with partner Afghanistan National Army Special Operation Command
- Responsible for the retrograde and realignment of 12,328 pieces of Air Mobility Equipment to six various geographical CONUS locations.
Logistics Manager
Camp Humphreys Korea
02.2008 - 02.2009
- Served as the 348th Combat Support Sustainment Battalion (CSSB) Water Treatment and Petroleum NCO for the Supply and Service Section in Support Operations; Responsible for supervising and training Soldiers to perform fuel and water treatment tasks and conducting water reconnaissance Analyze the development of water sources and water points; analyze, verify, and prepare water reports; Responsible for the implementation and enforcement of the battalion water, fuel policies and procedures; monitors personnel and equipment status for future use of four Tactical Water Purification Systems (TWPSs), four Light Weight Purification Systems (LWPs), 30 Compatible Water Tank Rank (HIPPO) in excess of over $2,000,000
- Responsible for synchronizing and monitoring bulk fuel and water equipment and personnel and provides guidance and staff supervision across the Pacific theater Area of Responsibility (AOR)
- Analyzed, developed, and provided technical updates to all bulk fuel and water operations and contingency plans
- Oversaw and evaluated the effectiveness of the quality programs in the Pacific theater Area of Responsibility
- Coordinated with Army Service Component Command (ASCC) to validate Petroleum War Reserve Requirements for the Pacific AOR
- Coordinated and provided staff oversight of logistic operations for all Joint and Combined Forces; served as the command’s single point of contact for all petroleum and water related matters across the Pacific AOR
- Assisted in the review and contractual agreements between Defense Logistics Agencies and the Army for 50 Defense Fuel Supply Points containing over 1 billion gallons of F-24 diesel fuel throughout over 36 countries across the Pacific Ocean cost and reimbursement contracts were deemed at times.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Homeland Security and Emergency Management
Ashford University
02.2017
Associate of Arts - Multidisciplinary Study/General Studies
Central Texas College
12.2011
Skills
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Operations Management
- Strategic Planning
- Fleet Management
- Communication Security
- Quality Assurance/Control
- Policy Implementation/Creation
- Leadership/Teamwork
- Information/Governance/Risk
- Process Improvement
- Database Management
- Software: Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, SAP
- Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows
- Department of Defense Systems: NIPR/SIPR, DTS, GCSS-A, PBUSE
- Help Desk
- Technical Support
- Basic Emergency Operations
- FEMA Emergency Operations
- Effective Leadership Training
- Suicide Prevention
- De-Escalation Technique
- Active Shooter Response
- Defensive Tactics
- Diversity Awareness
- Incident Response Terror Bombing
- Hostage and Barricade Suspect Situations
- Explosives Recognition and Awareness
- Tactical Trauma Care
- Human Trafficking
- NIMS ICS All-Hazards Operations Section Chief
- Advanced Incident Command System
- National Response Framework
- NIMS Communications & Information Management
- ICS for Single Resources & Initial Action Incident
- NIMS Resource Management
- Incident Command System
- Battle Staff
- Sustainment System Mission Command (S2MC)
- Battle Command Sustainment Support System (BCS3)
- Command Post of the Future (CPOF)
Certification
- Acquisition Management
- North Atlantic Treaty Organizational (NATO) Contracting
- Water Treatment Plant Operator (State of North Carolina)
- Water Treatment Plant Operator (United States Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship)
- Water Distribution and Plant Operator (Arizona Department of Environmental Quality)
- Theater Sustainment Planners Course (Army Logistics University)
- Joint Logistics Course (Army Logistics University)
- Support Operations Level II (Army Logistics University)
- Operational Contract Support Course (Army Logistics University)
- Senior Leadership and Management Course (Army Logistics University)
- Master Resiliency Trainer’s Course (Department of the Army)
- Equal Opportunity Leader’s Course (Department of the Army)
- Hazardous Materials Driver Training Course (Department of the Army)
Additional Expertise
- National Security
- Force Protection
- Public Communication
- Counterterrorism
- And more
Timeline
Operations Manager
UNITED STATES ARMY
12.2019 - 10.2021
Senior Instructor/ Writer - Senior Executive Administrative Assistant
UNITED STATES ARMY Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC)
12.2015 - 12.2019
Senior Logistics Manager, Project Manager, Contracting Officer and Quality Assurance
Ft. Bragg
03.2009 - 12.2015
Logistics Manager
Camp Humphreys Korea
02.2008 - 02.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Homeland Security and Emergency Management
Ashford University
Associate of Arts - Multidisciplinary Study/General Studies
Central Texas College