David Simons
Phoenix
Summary
A skilled Supply Chain Manager, proficient in Procurement Management, Inventory Optimization, Logistics Coordination, Data Analysis, Forecasting, and Vendor Relations Management, with over 14 years of experience. I am in search of a challenging role within the Supply Chain field to further apply my expertise and contribute to organizational success. Known for exceptional organization and reliability, I excel in managing competing priorities with a positive attitude. I am enthusiastic about assuming additional responsibilities to achieve team objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Inside Sales and Logistics Administrator
A-Rent Test Equipment
05.2025 - Current
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.
- Analyzed sales and customer data to identify buying trends and offer recommendations.
- Partnered with sales, operations and field service teams to coordinate solutions.
- Analyzed procurement requests to identify service providers' information with performance, quality, and prices to determine transaction requirements.
- Provided procurement of goods, provision of transportation services, tracking of movement and change to support safe and secure operations.
Air Logistics Manager
Worldwide Flight Services
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Daily management of performance and monthly reporting of KPI’s
- Conducted qualitative and quantitative analysis of logistics operations using simulation models and other tools.
- Oversaw scheduling for the day-to-day activities for over 250 employees.
- Run meetings including daily stand-ups, weekly operations, monthly project reports, carrier reviews and quarterly business reviews.
- Developed and delivered comprehensive onboarding training programs for 60 new hires, resulting in a 30% faster time to proficiency across key job functions
Learning and Development Specialist
Kolme Group LLC
12.2022 - 09.2024
- Used LMS to design training for 40 employees and increase company retention and productivity rates by 35%.
- Improved program designs based on requirements gathered from employees and managers.
- Optimized training strategies and controlled costs with help of focus groups and surveys.
- Identified issues and solutions to eliminate backlog and maximize workflows.
- Created detailed reports outlining impacts of learning initiatives on overall business performance showcasing tangible results from L&D efforts.
- Spearheaded successful recruitment campaigns, attracting top-tier talent to fill key company positions.
- Optimized payroll processing procedures for accuracy and timeliness using advanced software solutions.
- Trained and mentored 15 new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
- Served as facilitator for implementation of lean principles and tools for 1,800 personnel to increase efficiency efforts.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to develop accurate, relevant content for delivery at industry conferences or professional development events.
- Enhanced program effectiveness by collaborating with colleagues to review and revise curriculum content regularly.
- Fostered inclusive learning environment by addressing diverse needs and adapting facilitation techniques as needed.
- Advanced internal staff development through the creation of tailored workshops addressing specific company-wide challenges or goals.
Process Improvement Facilitator
United States Air Force
04.2021 - 12.2022
- Led innovation efforts for 3D printing aircraft parts for Air Force saving over $2.5 million through coordinating policy changes with top level management.
Fleet Supervisor
United States Air Force
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Acquisition coordinator of supplies serving 40+ personnel including distribution, storage, and disposal of hazardous material across 3 work centers.
- Facilitated hands-on training on warehouse management systems, leading to increased inventory accuracy and faster order fulfillment for 200 employees.
- Developed and implemented customized logistics training programs for diverse teams, aligning with company-wide supply chain goals for over 100 new hires.
Cargo and Passenger Operations Supervisor
United States Air Force
06.2011 - 06.2019
- Mentored and advised 2,000 personnel on training and scheduling for completion of required knowledge.
- Maintained 100% upgrade training status for 2,000 members on 860 work tasks through monitoring and coordinating requirements.
- Championed employee recognition programs, celebrating individual achievements and reinforcing value of ongoing personal development.
- Established culture of continuous learning, promoting professional development opportunities for all employees across organization.
- Negotiated vendor contracts for external training services, maximizing cost-efficiency while maintaining quality standards in program delivery.
- Implemented robust performance evaluation system, enabling data-driven decision-making on future workforce development strategies.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of raining programs using various assessment tools, providing valuable feedback for continuous improvement initiatives.
Education
Master of Science - Management
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD01.2022
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt - undefined
United States Air Force
01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD01.2020
Associates of Science - Logistics Management
Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell, AL01.2018
Skills
- Shipping coordination
- Documentation management
- Warehouse management
- ERP systems proficiency
- Transportation planning
- Route optimization
- Logistics coordination
Timeline
Inside Sales and Logistics Administrator
A-Rent Test Equipment
05.2025 - Current
Air Logistics Manager
Worldwide Flight Services
11.2024 - 02.2025
Learning and Development Specialist
Kolme Group LLC
12.2022 - 09.2024
Process Improvement Facilitator
United States Air Force
04.2021 - 12.2022
Fleet Supervisor
United States Air Force
06.2019 - 04.2021
Cargo and Passenger Operations Supervisor
United States Air Force
06.2011 - 06.2019
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt - undefined
United States Air Force
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management
University of Maryland Global Campus
Associates of Science - Logistics Management
Community College of the Air Force
Master of Science - Management
University of Maryland Global Campus
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