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Travis Braddy

Lyman

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Global Planner

Kyocera-AVX Inc.
Simpsonville
01.2023 - Current
  • Lead teams to refine inventory strategies, reducing surplus risks and improving efficiency.
  • Support automation projects, ensuring data accuracy for streamlined processes.
  • Facilitate team training for continuous development and operational effectiveness.
  • Cultivate team expertise through targeted training programs, keeping the Global Planning team at the forefront of industry trends.
  • Optimize inventory strategies, mitigating surplus risks and enhancing operational efficiency for global supply chain management.
  • Spearhead automation initiatives, ensuring data integrity and streamlining processes to drive operational excellence.
  • Implement comprehensive training programs, fostering team growth and maintaining the Global Planning team's industry-leading expertise.
  • Develop forward-thinking inventory management strategies, anticipating market trends and adapting to evolving global supply chain dynamics.
  • Drive measurable improvements in inventory turnover and forecast accuracy, significantly enhancing overall supply chain performance.

Operational Excellence Manager

ITT Systems Inc.
Columbia
08.2016 - 12.2022
  • Developed a Champion Process Improvement and Operational Excellence project with a focus on cost savings and improving efficiencies.
  • Implemented 5s, GEMBA walks, and daily cost saving tools to ensure the budget is being met for the fiscal year.
  • Applied a lean culture which improved the process capability, reduced cycle time, and eliminated defects throughout the company.
  • Eliminated quality defects by the collection of data and employee workshops which allowed the process to become more cost effective.
  • Used valued stream mapping to map the flow of product in the manufacturing process and streamlined the flow by redesigning the plant layout with point of Use Storage.
  • Created a new process for effective communication of critical customer product requirements from the QA lab to manufacturing and testing.
  • Worked with Management to design quality development strategy for three primary sites which included Europe, North Carolina, and Seattle, Washington.

Transportation Manager

United States Army Reserves
Ft. Gilem
10.1998 - 11.2018
  • Responsible for developing and implementing logistics strategies and processes in support of a global business unit including production planning, customer service, distribution, inventory, and order management functions for 400 personnel.
  • Supported the US Army Command 5th Corp in two deployments as the S-3 NCOIC.
  • Led the provision of all logistical services, including transportation, supplies, facilities, and the accountability of over 200M USD in equipment.
  • Developed and implemented a logistical plan that made execution of mission more efficient.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans for cybersecurity initiatives implemented by the US Army Task Force Communications Group.
  • Maintained resource allocations, budgeting, and various tasks which allowed the goals and objectives to align with the U.S. Governments strategic IT planning.
  • Overseen the execution of projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
  • Implemented security best practices to safeguard the U.S. Army’s sensitive information.
  • Developed strategies for risk mitigation.
  • Communicated project updates, progress, and potential roadblocks to leadership, ensuring transparency and alignment.

Senior Operations Manager

Kellogg, Brown, and Root Inc.
Baghdad
03.2004 - 08.2016
  • Assisted Theater Management Project Teams by developing and implementing common work processes and procedures and providing other management and administrative assistance as required.
  • Created support organization structure for facility operations.
  • Informed the Senior Leadership Team by collecting and analyzing data to support daily operational functions.
  • Investigated, evaluated, and resolved typical administrative/operational functions.
  • Made recommendations and prepared complex recurring reports.

Education

MBA – Master of Business Administration -

ECPI University
Greenville, SC
08.2025

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Ashworth College
Norcross, GA
05.2022

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Project management
  • Data analysis
  • Team leadership
  • Process improvement
  • Customer service

Certification

  • Black Belt Six Sigma
  • Green Belt Six Sigma
  • Commercial Drivers License
  • Supply Chain Management and Analytics

Timeline

Global Planner

Kyocera-AVX Inc.
01.2023 - Current

Operational Excellence Manager

ITT Systems Inc.
08.2016 - 12.2022

Senior Operations Manager

Kellogg, Brown, and Root Inc.
03.2004 - 08.2016

Transportation Manager

United States Army Reserves
10.1998 - 11.2018

MBA – Master of Business Administration -

ECPI University

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Ashworth College

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