Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Vance Taggart

Paola

Summary

Professional in logistics management, prepared to drive operations efficiency and streamline supply chain processes. Skilled in inventory management, transportation coordination, and warehouse operations. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Reliable, resourceful, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Onsite Logistics Specialist

Faith Technologies, Inc.
09.2023 - Current
  • Used in-house tracking system to schedule shipments of goods to electrical foremen.
  • Tracked supply, equipment and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels.
  • Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules.
  • Managed inventory levels for optimal cost savings and minimal stockouts.
  • Oversaw every phase of supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing, targeting 100% end-user satisfaction.
  • Oversaw complex projects for senior leaders by ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
  • Tracked and managed transfer paperwork such as packing lists.
  • Provided customers with status updates for tracked packages.
  • Issued timely and accurate responses to both internal and external inquiries.

Airport Specialist II

Johnson County Airport Commission
04.2018 - 08.2023
  • Enhanced passenger experience through continuous improvement of terminal facilities and services.
  • Coordinated with federal agencies on security matters, keeping abreast of changing regulations and updating policies accordingly.
  • Managed budgets for various departments within the airport operations division, allocating resources effectively while minimizing costs.
  • Conducted regular audits of airport systems and infrastructure, identifying areas for improvement or repair.
  • Implemented employee training programs to develop a highly skilled workforce capable of handling diverse operational challenges.
  • . Conducted risk assessments regularly identifying vulnerabilities in operation processes leading to proactive implementation of corrective measures.
  • Established strong relationships with community leaders and local businesses by conducting regular meetings addressing concerns related to airport operations impact on surrounding areas.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors providing essential services including maintenance work, equipment rentals, cleaning services among others.
  • Developed comprehensive emergency response plans to address potential incidents, ensuring swift action during critical situations.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

Damage Control Petty Officer

United States Navy
05.1989 - 03.1993

Damage Control Qualified Instructor

Station #2 (of 3), Duty Section #4 On-Scene Leader

Station #3 (of 3), Locker Leader

Locker Leader duties included plotting and communicating to fire party damage scenario, class of fire, and attack procedures. Keeping Chief Engineering Officer apprised of progress of fire control and extent of damage. Dispatched necessary number of fire fighters and equipment for overhaul, and gas, toxin, and explosive testing.


Scene Leader duties included determining composition of fire party and responsibility of each fire fighter prior to entering fire space. Determined when to send fire party into space and ordered release of any fixed fire extinguishing agents. Ordered evacuation and accounted for safety of fire party.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Major Biology / Minor Entomology

Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS

Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management

Florida Technical College
Melbourne, FL
05-2026

Skills

  • Operating forklifts and telehandlers
  • Inventory counting
  • Logistics analysis
  • Warehouse management
  • Safety practices
  • Materials handling
  • Documentation management
  • Resolving problems

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 9 staff members.

Timeline

Onsite Logistics Specialist

Faith Technologies, Inc.
09.2023 - Current

Airport Specialist II

Johnson County Airport Commission
04.2018 - 08.2023

Damage Control Petty Officer

United States Navy
05.1989 - 03.1993

Bachelor of Science - Major Biology / Minor Entomology

Kansas State University

Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management

Florida Technical College
Vance Taggart