RYAN KAONO
Senior Operations Manager
Springfield,VA
Summary
Over 25 years of experience in logistics and supply chain, consistently driving a 15%+ increase in operational efficiency while refining order fulfillment processes. Led cross-functional teams to achieve $260K annual cost savings and streamlined ERP-integrated operations with quantifiable results. Expert in 3PL management and inventory control, successfully optimizing resource allocation and production workflows for multi-region operations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Chief, Logistics IT Requirements and Integration Branch
Department of the Navy, F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Joint Program Office (JPO)
05.2024 - Current
- Optimized mission-critical logistics systems, reducing sustainment identification time by 15% and streamlining order fulfillment processes.
- Coordinated multiple business projects, achieving a 7% cost savings through strategic resource planning.
- Integrated systems management solutions with ERP enhancements, boosting efficiency and cutting costs by $260K annually.
- Implemented EDI improvements to enhance order processing accuracy, track KPIs, and reduce chargebacks.
Agreements Policy and Program Manager
Department of the Air Force, Logistics Readiness Division
11.2021 - 05.2024
- Led the development of the DAF Agreement Program, ensuring compliance and boosting efficiency in support agreements.
- Reduced overdue ACSA transactions by 93%, ensuring $354M in timely reimbursements for logistics supplies and support.
Director of Operations
Department of the Air Force, 577th Commodities Reclamation Squadron
05.2020 - 11.2021
- Managed daily operations for four flights and 170+ personnel, optimizing resource planning and order fulfillment.
- Developed alternate coating material, securing a second supply source and enhancing 3PL integration for improved supply chain resilience.
- Aligned resources to deliver 3,872 parts worth $208M, reducing supply wait times by 17 days through improved inventory management.
- Surpassed production goals by exceeding yields by 28% and achieving 112.7% labor efficiency without overtime.
- Optimized transportation management by refining freight routing strategies to ensure timely domestic shipments.
Lead, Logistics Career Field Team
Department of the Air Force, Air Force Personnel Center
07.2018 - 05.2020
- Directed logistics career field initiatives for 50K+ personnel across 152 series, strengthening workforce strategies and inventory best practices.
- Authored and refined core logistics documents to boost new hire reliability.
- Offered strategic career guidance to 500+ logistics professionals, fostering continuous improvement.
Lead, Logistics Management Specialist
Department of the Air Force, Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center
10.2015 - 07.2018
- Collaborated with Headquarters Air Force, Logistics Directorate to develop standardized guidelines for support agreements across 75+ installations.
- Overhauled 3,600+ agreements valued at $553M, aligning support programs with organizational objectives.
- Implemented enterprise-wide support agreements, saving 2,600+ man-hours and $5.4M annually.
- Launched SAM-T, a web-based tool that automated processes and enhanced both WMS and ERP efficiency.
Chief, Logistics Readiness
Department of the Air Force, 61st Civil Engineer and Logistics Squadron
09.2009 - 10.2015
Education
Master of Military Operational Art and Science - undefined
Air University
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Logistics
Community College of the Air Force
Skills
Order Fulfillment
Supply Chain Optimization
Freight Management
Transportation Management
3PL Management
ERP Systems
Warehouse Management Systems
EDI
Advanced Excel
Inventory Management
KPI Tracking
Chargebacks Management
Continuous Process Improvement
Inventory Reconciliation
Process Automation
Team Leadership
Resource Optimization
Cross-functional Collaboration
Strategic Planning
Operational Strategy
Certification
Professional Deployment, Distribution & Transportation Certification, Level 4, 04/01/19
Skills
Order Fulfillment, Supply Chain Optimization, Freight Management, Transportation Management, 3PL Management, ERP Systems, Warehouse Management Systems, EDI, Advanced Excel, Inventory Management, KPI Tracking, Chargebacks Management, Continuous Process Improvement, Inventory Reconciliation, Process Automation, Team Leadership, Resource Optimization, Cross-functional Collaboration, Strategic Planning, Operational Strategy
Security Clearance
Active SECRET Clearance (TS/SCI Upgrade Eligible)
Timeline
Chief, Logistics IT Requirements and Integration Branch
Department of the Navy, F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Joint Program Office (JPO)
05.2024 - Current
Agreements Policy and Program Manager
Department of the Air Force, Logistics Readiness Division
11.2021 - 05.2024
Director of Operations
Department of the Air Force, 577th Commodities Reclamation Squadron
05.2020 - 11.2021
Lead, Logistics Career Field Team
Department of the Air Force, Air Force Personnel Center
07.2018 - 05.2020
Lead, Logistics Management Specialist
Department of the Air Force, Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center
10.2015 - 07.2018
Chief, Logistics Readiness
Department of the Air Force, 61st Civil Engineer and Logistics Squadron
09.2009 - 10.2015
Master of Military Operational Art and Science - undefined
Air University
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Logistics
Community College of the Air Force