STAFFORD B. SLAUGHTER II
Melbourne
Summary
MBA-prepared Operations and Supply Chain professional with more than 10 years of progressive leadership experience directing complex operational programs, procurement activities, logistics coordination, supplier relationships, inventory management, budgeting, and cross-functional initiatives across Department of Defense, military, nonprofit, and private-sector organizations. Recognized for improving operational performance through strategic planning, supplier engagement, process optimization, resource management, and data-driven decision making. Proven ability to influence leadership, manage multiple priorities, develop scalable business processes, and deliver measurable operational results while maintaining exceptional customer satisfaction and organizational compliance.
Overview
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Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
PROGRAM SUPPORT LEAD
Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute (DEOMI)
Patrick Space Force Base
07.2023 - Current
- Lead operational execution supporting eleven Department of Defense enterprise training programs serving more than 2,000 military and civilian personnel annually.
- Coordinate complex operational activities involving scheduling, logistics, enrollment management, resource allocation, records management, graduation processing, reporting, and stakeholder engagement supporting mission readiness.
- Partner daily with military leadership, instructors, lodging, logistics, behavioral health, installation agencies, and multiple federal organizations to ensure operational requirements are executed on schedule.
- Managed enterprise information systems to maintain data integrity, ensure reporting accuracy, and uphold operational compliance for executive visibility.
- Lead process improvement initiatives that streamlined administrative workflows, reduced manual processing, and increased organizational efficiency.
- Developed executive reports, dashboards, and operational briefings that supported senior leadership decision-making and program oversight.
- Serve as Department Records Custodian responsible for enterprise compliance, audit readiness, records lifecycle management, and regulatory accountability.
- Successfully coordinated operational support for more than 2,000 resident students annually.
- Improved organizational efficiency through digital workflow modernization.
- Strengthened compliance through enhanced records management and operational controls, contributing to regulatory accountability and audit readiness.
- Built collaborative partnerships across multiple military organizations and installation agencies.
CO-OWNER / OPERATIONS MANAGER
Sip Happens in the Village
Cocoa Village
02.2024 - 06.2026
- Directed business operations for growing hospitality organization, overseeing procurement, supplier management, inventory control, budgeting, staffing, scheduling, customer experience, and operational planning to ensure seamless operations.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiated purchasing agreements, and oversaw inventory replenishment to maintain uninterrupted operational readiness and enhance service delivery.
- Analyze financial and operational performance metrics to identify growth opportunities while improving profitability and operational efficiency.
- Developed standardized operating procedures to enhance accountability, consistency, and customer satisfaction across all operational facets.
LEAD RECREATION ASSISTANT
Patrick Space Force Base
Patrick Space Force Base
02.2020 - 07.2023
- Managed daily operational execution supporting youth development programs serving more than 500 participants annually.
- Coordinated logistics, procurement, budgeting, staffing, scheduling, facilities management, and inventory accountability to enhance year-round operational efficiency.
- Forecasted operational resource requirements while maintaining responsible stewardship of government resources.
- Collaborated with military leadership, schools, community organizations, and installation partners to deliver effective, customer-focused programs.
- Administered SharePoint and enterprise information systems to streamline communication and improve reporting accuracy.
EQUIPMENT DIRECTOR
Suntree Viera Youth Football League
08.2014 - 12.2021
- Directed equipment operations supporting one of Central Florida's largest youth athletic organizations serving over 1,000 participants.
- Managed $250,000 in organizational assets, overseeing procurement, inventory management, equipment lifecycle planning, supplier relationships, budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation to optimize operational efficiency.
- Negotiated vendor relationships to secure timely equipment availability and maintain operational readiness for programs.
- Presented operational updates and financial recommendations to executive leadership, facilitating informed strategic decision making.
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (42A)
United States Army
09.2008 - 09.2012
- Coordinated deployment logistics for over 2,100 Soldiers, ensuring accountability for equipment valued at $15 million.
- Managed personnel operations for brigade-level military organizations, ensuring effective support for mission requirements.
- Collaborated with senior military leaders to address operational challenges, enhancing overall organizational readiness.
- Prepared executive reports, operational briefings, correspondence, and leadership recommendations supporting mission execution.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Business – Human Resource Management
University of Phoenix
Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Procurement & Purchasing
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Vendor Negotiations
- Inventory & Asset Management
- Logistics Coordination
- Operational Planning
- Program & Project Management
- Budget Administration
- Performance Metrics (KPIs)
- Process Improvement
- Continuous Improvement
- Operational Excellence
- Business Operations
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Executive Communications
- Resource Planning
- Operational Reporting
- Excel
- SharePoint
- Microsoft Office Suite
- PowerPoint
- Word
- Outlook
- ATRRS
- DAI
- Electronic Records Management
- Database Management
- Risk Management
Accomplishments
- Exemplary Civilian Service Medal
- Army Commendation Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Korean Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Overseas Service Ribbon
Community Leadership
- Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity
- Youth Football, Baseball & Basketball Coach
- Equipment Director, Suntree Viera Youth Football League
- Boys & Girls Club – Men Cooking from the Heart
- Guardian ad Litem
Certification
- Mediation - Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institution (DEOMI) 2026
- Human Resource Capstone Project- University of Phoenix 2023
Timeline
CO-OWNER / OPERATIONS MANAGER
Sip Happens in the Village
02.2024 - 06.2026
PROGRAM SUPPORT LEAD
Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute (DEOMI)
07.2023 - Current
LEAD RECREATION ASSISTANT
Patrick Space Force Base
02.2020 - 07.2023
EQUIPMENT DIRECTOR
Suntree Viera Youth Football League
08.2014 - 12.2021
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (42A)
United States Army
09.2008 - 09.2012
Master of Business Administration -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Business – Human Resource Management
University of Phoenix