TaKila Addison
Green Cove Springs
Summary
Transportation Logistics Manager with the US Army, adept at optimizing route planning and enhancing in-transit visibility. Achieved a 20% increase in efficiency through strategic logistics management. Proven leader in coordinating complex movements, demonstrating strong organizational planning and cost analysis skills to ensure mission success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transportation Logistics Manager
US Army
2025.11 - Current
- Orchestrated brigade-wide mobility operations; synchronized movement of 4,000+ personnel, 750+ vehicles, and 300+ containers, achieving on-time deployment under combat timelines.
- Planned and synchronized vehicle movements for brigade operations; optimized linehaul routes and schedules, reducing transit delays and increasing efficiency by 20%
- Inspected and sealed 275+ cargo containers; verified blocking and bracing compliance, preventing discrepancies and safeguarding mission-critical equipment.
Senior Observer Trainer Coach
US Army
2020.12 - 2025.10
- Evaluated, coached, and trained 520 ROTC Cadets from the University of Tampa, delivering actionable feedback to improve performance, compliance, and mission outcomes.
- Utilized the EST 2000 (engagement skills trainer) to train and qualify 400+ personnel on 6 different weapon systems, improving qualification rate by 27%.
- Trained 100 personnel on convoy operations and conducted 50+ convoy missions, moving mission-critical assets across multiple locations without incident.
Staff Movements NCO
US Army
2017.12 - 2020.12
- Coordinated air assets for 654 OJM, OEC, and HOA missions, moving 15,155 French soldiers and 3,250 short tons to Africa.
- Processed 39 APACS (aircraft and personnel automated clearance system) packets, enabling 80 personnel to deploy to the AFRICOM Theater.
- Conducted quarterly site visits in support of SETAF (Southern European Task Force), expanding logistical capabilities across Africa and reducing aircraft ground time by 8 hours.
Senior Movements NCO
US Army
2015.11 - 2017.11
- Responsible for the inspection and validation of 3,350 vehicles during TFAA (task for assembly area) operations, ensuring equipment met transportability and hazmat compliances.
- Organized, staged, and built convoys for 695 pieces of rolling stock and 224 containers during a SEDRE (sea emergency deployment readiness exercise), rapidly mobilizing forces using aquatic capabilities.
- Led 10 tactical vehicles and 33 personnel on a 1,200 miles convoy to the Port of Charleston, facilitating LOTS (logistics over-the-shore) to keep supplies flowing during operations.
- Trained and certified 60 personnel on rail operations and tie-down procedures, improving inspection pass rate to 100%.
Operations Sergeant
US Army
2015.03 - 2015.11
- Managed 300+ mission support orders for onward movement of equipment and containers.
- Supervised and controlled the movement of 250 pieces of retrograde equipment in support of Operation United Assistance, providing critical support to the Ebola crisis.
- Trained 55 personnel on how to properly setup, manage, and run a CRSP (central receiving and shipping point) Yard, minimizing logistical burden on incoming and outgoing units.
Transportation Management Supervisor
US Army
2014.01 - 2015.01
- Processed 650+ Convoy Highway Clearances and Combined Movement Requests in support of Ulchi-Freedom Guardian, enhancing interoperability and combat readiness between South Korea and the US.
- Oversaw and executed port clearance and onward movement for 45 sensitive item containers and 35 tracked vehicles, deterring aggression against SK and maintaining stability in NE Asia.
- Served as primary NEO (noncombatant evacuation operation) Warden; accounted for 48 personnel and dependents, ensuring evacuation readiness and enabling rapid response.
Ground Movements NCO
US Army
2011.10 - 2013.12
- Supervised a 24 hour entry control point for 3 months, in/out-gating 20,000+ vehicles and 100,000 short tons of equipment.
- Streamlined information flow among internal and external partners, increasing in-transit visibility for 450+ customers.
- Supervised over 20 ADACG (arrival/departure airfield control group) missions, preparing and shipping 530+ tons of equipment and 2,350 personnel to Afghanistan.
Section Sergeant
US Army
2010.06 - 2011.10
- Supervised distribution of all classes of supply for 2 months; managed movement 80 MILVANS, 362 cargo pallets, and 359 vehicle, ensuring continuous throughput and 100% accountability.
- Managed allocation of limited assets; resupplied 5 FOBs (forward operating base) with 420+ vehicles and 610,000 gallons of fuel, sustaining uninterrupted operations in a resource-constrained environment.
- Reduced brigade spending by 28%; optimized resource allocation and eliminated inefficiencies, generating significant cost savings while sustaining the mission.
Support Operations Transportation NCOIC
US Army
2007.06 - 2010.06
- Led redeployment and reset of 2,000+ equipment pieces and directed movement of 15,000+ items; enabled timely closure of logistics support nodes throughout Iraq.
- Supervised the reception, download, and sustainment of 500+ inbound resupply convoys, ensuring seamless throughput with zero delays.
- Implemented LCLA (low-cost low-altitude) airdrop training; enabled delivery of 1300+ MREs to 5 battalions, directly sustaining operations and enhancing mission readiness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Transportation And Logistics Management
American Military University
Charlottesville2020-12
Skills
- Transportation Planning
- Air/Ground Movements
- Route Optimization
- Load Consolidation
- Cost Analysis
- Organizational Planning
- In-Transit Visibility
- Equipment Preparation
- Logistics Management
- Shipping Documentation
- Cargo Manifests
- Strategic Planning
Certification
- Demonstrated Senior Logistician
- Hazardous Materials Certifier
Awards
Military Order of Saint Christopher
Timeline
Transportation Logistics Manager
US Army
2025.11 - Current
Senior Observer Trainer Coach
US Army
2020.12 - 2025.10
Staff Movements NCO
US Army
2017.12 - 2020.12
Senior Movements NCO
US Army
2015.11 - 2017.11
Operations Sergeant
US Army
2015.03 - 2015.11
Transportation Management Supervisor
US Army
2014.01 - 2015.01
Ground Movements NCO
US Army
2011.10 - 2013.12
Section Sergeant
US Army
2010.06 - 2011.10
Support Operations Transportation NCOIC
US Army
2007.06 - 2010.06
Bachelor of Arts - Transportation And Logistics Management
American Military University