Vaughn McCall
Newport News
Summary
Logistics Management Specialist with Active Secret Clearance and significant experience in supply chain management and project oversight. Specializes in risk assessment and logistics planning, achieving zero discrepancies in high-value equipment management. Leads teams and optimizes processes to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Management Specialist
Department of Defense
Fort Eustis
01.2023 - Current
- Oversaw logistics operations for Army Reserve Battalion with 8 downtrace companies, ensuring equipment accountability and effective resource allocation.
- Delivered logistical support across supply, procurement, property accountability, transportation, equipment maintenance, food service, and lodging, ensuring operational readiness.
- Establish procedures for operation of the Command Supply Discipline Program (CSDP) and conduct training for subordinate elements.
- Supported 244th battalion by maintaining property book compliance with regulations and requirements, enhancing overall accountability.
- Reviewed requisitions using GCSS-Army system.
- Provide input to budget requests submitted by subordinate units for logistical requirements.
Transportation Management Coordinator
United States Army
Newport News
04.2013 - 10.2024
- Navigated and managed cargo operations while supervising Soldiers on Army watercraft.
- Executed loading and unloading of supplies and equipment across multiple transport modes, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Supervised and coordinated ground crew activities for loading, unloading, securing, and staging aircraft cargo, optimizing workflow and safety.
- Developed precise load plans for air shipments and ocean liner vessels, enhancing operational readiness and efficiency.
- Marked and labeled cargo and freight shipments in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Perform system administrator duties such as installing software and uploading data to computer systems ICODES, GATES and TC-AIMS II.
Project Logistics Manager
International SOS
Fort Lee
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Planned and organized operational IFRC medical logistics activities, including medical warehouse/stock management, ensuring adherence to IFRC policies and standards to deliver high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective medical logistics services.
- Prepared comprehensive project plans to ensure deliverables met budget, timeline, and project objectives as defined in the contract.
- Estimate logistics related resources and time and establish priorities within project team.
- Maintained accurate records of costs related to service provision and communicated relevant information promptly to facilitate full cost recovery.
Logistics Task Force (LTF) Cargo Non Commissioned Officer
United States
ERBIL
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Tracked incoming and outgoing cargo, bags, and equipment for soldiers and contractors using Joint Container Management.
- Handled, inspected, counted, and documented cargo through manual and automated methods to ensure accuracy and accountability.
- Overseeing equipment arriving in theatre and leaving theatre
- Load and unload all manner of equipment and supplies from docks, rail cars, warehouses aircraft, and motor vehicles.
- Maintained and operated winches, cranes, and forklifts while loading air and sea shipments, including equipment in ocean liners.
- Signing for over $500k worth of military equipment with no loss or misplaced items.
Project Manager
KBR Wyle
Camp Buehring
01.2020 - 09.2021
- Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of multiple projects
- Delegate project tasks based on junior service members' individual strengths, skill sets, and experience levels
- Performed risk management to identify and mitigate potential project risks.
- Develop plans of action in the event a mission didn't go successfully and process maps to document events to higher-ups.
- Assisted with transportation movement requests (TMR) for buses, cargo trucks, and Common User Land Transport (CULT) assets to ensure timely logistics support.
- Working with traffic management policies and computer systems such as IGC and RF-ITV (In Transit Visibility)
Deployment and Distribution Non Commissioned Officer
United States Army
Newport News
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Managed all equipment coming out of the Port of Ash Shuaiba valued at $200m with zero discrepancies or lost.
- Supervised cargo documentation and movement control team (MCT) for all transportation modes; ensured accurate management of freight, cargo, personal property, and passenger travel; analyzed and proposed improvements to the Defense Transportation System.
- Served as transportation liaison between military services, commercial agencies, and host nation support elements, facilitating effective communication and coordination.
- Reviewed DoD contracts and agreements with host nations, verifying accuracy of movement control documents to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
Logistics Analyst
WR Systems
Naval Base
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Coordinated logistics activities for enterprise-wide delivery of support in supply, maintenance, and facilities management.
- Managed inventory and receipt of government property using Bill of Materials (BOMs), including barcode creation, internal database entry, and tracking of systems and equipment.
- Prepare DD-1149 documents per internal processes for shipment and transfer of Government Furnished Property (GFP) and DD-1348 documents for Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office (DRMO).
- Trained logistics personnel on Material Data System (MDS) functions and compliance with policies and procedures.
Logistics Specialist
SAWTST
Naval Base
05.2014 - 07.2016
- Managed and operated Military Postal System (afloat and ashore), prepared and maintained postal records and reports, and processed, dispatched, routed, and transported mail to ensure timely delivery.
- Maintained inventory databases for materials in shore-based warehouses and shipboard storerooms to support effective supply chain management.
- Coordinated logistics operations to ensure timely delivery of materials and products.
- Managed inventory levels and maintained accurate stock records for shipments.
- Collaborated with suppliers to streamline procurement and improve shipping processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH06-2024
Project Management Certification -
Coursera
Newport News, VAData Analystics -
Coursera
Newport News, VASkills
- Logistics planning
- Supply chain management
- Transportation coordination
- Inventory management
- Project management
- SAP experience
- Risk assessment
Languages
English, Advanced, Advanced, Advanced
Job Related Training
- Property Book Officer School, 2023
- GCSS-Army, 2023
Timeline
Logistics Management Specialist
Department of Defense
01.2023 - Current
Project Logistics Manager
International SOS
08.2021 - 12.2022
Logistics Task Force (LTF) Cargo Non Commissioned Officer
United States
10.2020 - 09.2021
Project Manager
KBR Wyle
01.2020 - 09.2021
Deployment and Distribution Non Commissioned Officer
United States Army
10.2018 - 08.2019
Logistics Analyst
WR Systems
08.2016 - 08.2018
Logistics Specialist
SAWTST
05.2014 - 07.2016
Transportation Management Coordinator
United States Army
04.2013 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Project Management Certification -
Coursera
Data Analystics -
Coursera