Sam White
Van Horn,TX
Summary
Results-driven Supply Chain Specialist with a robust background in optimizing warehouse operations and enhancing order fulfillment efficiency. Expertise in inventory management and order processing has led to significant improvements in workflow and elevated customer satisfaction. Proven leader with strong team management skills, complemented by extensive knowledge in logistics. Over 10 years of comprehensive experience across supply chain, production planning, materials planning, quality management, procurement, supplier quality, and customer service.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fulfillment Associate III
Blue Origin
Van Horn, TX
09.2024 - Current
- · Uses deep knowledge and experience in inventory and program management to enhance profitability and production volume attainment. Applies lean/six sigma methodologies and create models to optimize cost structures.
- · Employs excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey complex ideas, anticipate objections, and persuade stakeholders at senior levels toward alternative viewpoints.
- · Developed thorough knowledge of MRP/ERP planning, BOM structures, and material estimating to ensure efficient inventory management. Established KPIs to track performance and drive continuous improvement.
- · Conducts root cause analysis on inventory variances, ensuring compliance with manufacturing operations, and maintain inventory levels aligned with company goals. Implements process improvements and manage the lifecycle of inventory materials, including disposal and storage optimization.
- · Manages daily shipments, receiving, loading, and unloading operations under various conditions. Collaborates with other teams to resolve discrepancies, address urgent requirements, and enhance system development.
- · Ensures safe handling of inventory materials, including energetic systems and hazardous waste. Maintains documentation consistency and procedural compliance.
- · Identifies inefficiencies, presents opportunities for improvement, and implement enhancements across warehouse operations. Maintains service level agreements for inventory processes.
- · Works with production control, quality, engineering and procurement to resolve invoice discrepancies. Supports logistics and receiving functions and backup supply chain management processes.
- · Stays abreast of evolving processes and technologies to support the dynamic nature of the supply chain operations.
- · Multiple years of experience in inventory control, logistics, transportation, and aerospace hardware handling. Proficiency in handling hazardous materials, performing analytical problem-solving.
Hardware Movement Technician II
Blue Origin
Huntsville, AL
03.2022 - 09.2024
- Coordinates with all applicable Blue Origin departments to ensure on-time delivery of raw material, parts, consumables, and tooling to and from the appropriate work centers.
- Enforced completion of work center buyoffs prior to moving hardware to the next work center.
- Ensured hardware and equipment are properly staged for inter-plant transportation/movement.
- Cross-referenced and confirmed part quantity, part number, serial number, labeling, and routing sheet persist with hardware throughout plant movements.
- Ensured inventory movements are properly transacted and accurate.
- Contributed to zero-defect philosophy by escalating observed non-conformance or design/manufacturing issues that deviate from the nominal process.
- Supported inventory deviation investigations found within work centers.
- Participated in Tier II production meetings to communicate part status information to management/leadership.
- Coordinated material flow to support production schedules and minimize delays.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce turnaround time.
Logistics Analyst, Team Lead
Sigmatech, Inc
Redstone Arsenal, AL
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Served as a multi-functional logistician responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, managing and reviewing a full range of property accountability functions for AMCOM Field Maintenance Directorate.
- Experience supporting UHPO core systems: UH 60 A/L/M/V Black Hawk, the HH 60M Black Hawk, the UH-72 Light Utility Helicopter (LUH), and other utility aircraft.
- Knowledge and understanding of the 12 Integrated Product Support (IPS) Elements: Product Support Management; Design Interface; Facilities and Infrastructure; IT Systems Continuous Support; Maintenance Planning and Management; Manpower and Personnel; Packaging, Handling, Storage, & Transportation; Supply Support; Support Equipment; Sustaining Engineering; Technical Data Management; Training and Training Support.
- Charged with the storage, inventory maintenance and shipment accuracy of over $110,000,000 in assets.
- Led DPAS inventory integration Utility Helicopter Program Office warehouse.
- Standard of Work and Standard Operating Procedure revision and implementation.
- RFID implementation for multiple warehouses.
- Revised DLA Disposition processes (formally DRMO) for more effective shipments by training specialists in the execution of manual DD1348 documentation for approved assets.
- Responsible for inventory control of non-recurring specialized items based on inventory, demand, and customer needs.
- Determining which assets require special treatment and handling in accordance with Care of Supplies in Storage (COSIS) IAW DLAI 4145.4/AR 740.3.
- Charged to oversee the review, approving, and classifying of all Purchase Requests, Shipments, and assets received in warehouse.
- Developed process improvements for inventory, maintenance and receiving sections to meet business objectives per IAW AR 735-5.
- Worked with program managers and Accountable Officer to identify and ensure proper documentation requirements were met for assets arriving and leaving the Distribution Center. This improved workflow for the DC as well as customers.
- Provided effective life cycle logistics support and guidance relating to procurements as well as Total Package Fielding, Major End Items and Secondary End Items.
- Performs daily system of record requirements and execute correct transactions to support Item Managers requests.
- Proficient knowledge of mission objectives, daily operating procedures and System of Record accountability standards of various Program Offices, including UHPO, SUAS and TEISP.
Department Manager
Publix
Huntsville, AL
10.2014 - 07.2020
- Served as meat department manager responsible for inventory management, ordering merchandise, profit margin control and loss prevention.
- Planned and directed employees work assignments and training.
- Set weekly production goals and effectively expedited tasks to improve overall performance and efficiency of operations.
- Maintained employee records and other operational documentation to include budgets and sales plans.
- Utilized MS Office suite to conduct productivity analysis and submit reports to cognizant management.
- Prepared and planned presentation of products to maintain a neat and organized display in efforts to increase sales.
- Utilized experience and skill to plan and assist with initial opening of new Publix stores.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inventories to ensure stock type and level accuracy.
- Maintained safety and sanitation standards according to specifications and stays in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Developed highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
Automated Logistics Specialist, Squad Leader
US Army Reserve
Huntsville, AL
05.2009 - 05.2017
- Serves as logistics liaison charged to oversee the review, approving, and classifying of all Purchase.
- Primarily responsible for performing management and warehouse functions.
- Established and maintained stock records and other documents such as inventory, material control, accounting and supply reports.
- Reviewed bill of ladings, purchase requests and shipping documents.
- Completing and meeting standards of opening and closing maintenance work orders to get all missions essential equipment ready for combat readiness.
- Utilized SAMS-E System to comply with DoD requirements relating to property accountability.
- Maintained supply warehouses on multiple occasions including managing equipment for various Army battalions domestically.
- Utilized forklifts of various lifting capacities from warehouse to rough terrain.
- 8 years' experience as an Automated Logistics Specialist in the Army.
- 2 years specialized experience conducting research to determine reasons for patterns of transaction errors.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
COLUMBIA COLLEGE
01-2027
Supply Chain Management Certification -
DEFENSE ACQUISITION UNIVERSITY
HUNTSVILLE, ALLINE SUPERVISOR CERTIFICATE - undefined
DEFENSE PROPERTY ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM
HUNTSVILLE, AL01.2021
LINE MANAGER CERTIFICATE - undefined
DEFENSE PROPERTY ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM
HUNTSVILLE, AL01.2021
WAREHOUSE OFFICER CERTIFICATE - undefined
DEFENSE PROPERTY ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM
HUNTSVILLE, AL01.2021
WAREHOUSE MANAGER CERTIFICATE - undefined
DEFENSE PROPERTY ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM
HUNTSVILLE, AL01.2021
WAREHOUSE ADMINISTRATOR CERTIFICATE - undefined
DEFENSE PROPERTY ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM
HUNTSVILLE, AL01.2021
LIFE CYCLE LOGISTICS 101 - undefined
DEFENSE ACQUISITION UNIVERSITY
HUNTSVILLE, AL01.2020
High School Diploma -
FLORENCE HIGH SCHOOL
FLORENCE, AL05.2008
Skills
- Active Secret Security Clearance
- Global Combat Support System - Army Proficient
- Army Enterprise Systems Integration Program (AESIP) Expert
- Defense Property Accountability System (DPAS) Expert
- Inventory Management
- Proficient in multiple ERP platforms
- Logistics Process Improvement
- Continuous Improvement
- SOP Documentation
- Effective presentation skills
- Team leadership
- Time management
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved As Required MRP ordering by collaborating with engineering. production control, material planning and procurement which led to on time ordering of materials across four programs simultaneously.
- Introduced multiple job aids, operation documentation, and improvement strategies to strengthen seamless workflow between multiple teams. This has included multiple changes to command media to reflect these improvements.
- Supervised team of 10+ people in warehousing operations across six programs, accounting for over $3.5M in inventory assets for defense operations.
Certification
- Supply Chain Integration Credential, 2022-01-26
- LOG 100 Life Cycle Logistics Fundamentals, 2020-01-20
- Unit Supply Course (Sustainment), 2021-07-28
Timeline
Fulfillment Associate III
Blue Origin
09.2024 - Current
Hardware Movement Technician II
Blue Origin
03.2022 - 09.2024
Logistics Analyst, Team Lead
Sigmatech, Inc
07.2020 - 03.2022
Department Manager
Publix
10.2014 - 07.2020
Automated Logistics Specialist, Squad Leader
US Army Reserve
05.2009 - 05.2017
LINE SUPERVISOR CERTIFICATE - undefined
DEFENSE PROPERTY ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM
LINE MANAGER CERTIFICATE - undefined
DEFENSE PROPERTY ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM
WAREHOUSE OFFICER CERTIFICATE - undefined
DEFENSE PROPERTY ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM
WAREHOUSE MANAGER CERTIFICATE - undefined
DEFENSE PROPERTY ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM
WAREHOUSE ADMINISTRATOR CERTIFICATE - undefined
DEFENSE PROPERTY ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM
LIFE CYCLE LOGISTICS 101 - undefined
DEFENSE ACQUISITION UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - PROJECT MANAGEMENT
COLUMBIA COLLEGE
Supply Chain Management Certification -
DEFENSE ACQUISITION UNIVERSITY
High School Diploma -
FLORENCE HIGH SCHOOL