CALVIN HARPER

Frisco, TX 75033
214.755.9393
calvinh35@yahoo.com
Calvin Harper | LinkedIn
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Supply Chain and Logistics Manager with a Secret Security Clearance offering over 15 years of experience in
inventory control and distribution management from working in the military and private sector. Experienced Military
Veteran who oversaw budgets valued over $25M and directed the work performance and training of 20 employees.
Proven ability to interact and collaborate with multiple levels of management, government agencies, and diverse cultural
audiences to establish and execute vendor contracts. Career is supported by a Bachelor of Arts in Operations
Management with a minor in Accounting.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Leadership / Supervision
SAP Proficiency
Supply Chain Management

Vendor Management
Transportation / Logistics
Regulatory Compliance

Training / Development
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
3PL Proficiency

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Bell Helicopter Hurst, TX
11/2007 to 07/2015
Dispatcher
Utilized Lean Six Sigma principles; created new departmental procedures manual; implemented new kitting
design which resulted in 20% time reduction and 10K cost reduction per kit.
Collaborated with purchasing and vendor contacts to obtain subcontracted or purchased parts in conformance to
the schedule
Monitored multiple databases to keep track of company inventory; coordinated inventory and cost control
programs valued over $25M
Conducted qualitative and quantitative analyses of logistics operations using simulation models and other tools;
recognized for planning and meeting production and schedule requirements
Trained 10 new hire employees on logistical procedures
Forklift certified
Flexjet Addison, TX
08/2006 to 01/2008
Stores Clerk
Parts ordering, parts receiving, shipping, packaging, maintaining inventory control and integrity
Ensure supplier and delivery commitments are met through continuous follow up regarding order status, vendor
performance, and resolve problems regarding quality and supply as required
Maintain detailed records to include all pertinent information for each request
Coordinate internal part movements for AOG situations
Work as a liaison between: Purchasing, Stores, and the Maintenance Operations Control Center and update as
required
Pemco Aeroplex Birmingham, AL
06/2004 to 08/2006
Material Support Specialist
Accounted for the maintenance of adequate stock levels valued at $250K; received and inspected incoming
components from over 15 vendors
Reviewed and analyzed the production requirements and schedules; performed monthly reconciliations on all
parts ordered
Maintained detailed internal records in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA) regulations
Verified that all incoming components had adequate documentation

Mrs. Stratton Salads Birmingham, AL

04/2001 to 05/2004
Warehouse Supervisor
Supervised the scheduling and transportation of specialty salads; monitored the daily production within the
warehouse to ensure that customer orders were fulfilled
Directed the hiring and training of employees; coordinated the work schedules of 12 transportation employees and
monitored their work performance through performance evaluations
Served as a key member of the distribution operations team, which coordinated over 1500 shipments across the
United States; established transportation cost standards and economical shipping practices
Evaluated operational records and made scheduling adjustments to maximize efficiency

MILITARY EXPERIENCE
U.S. Army Various Locations
07/2001 to 07/2007
Logistics Manager
Supervised 15 personnel and managed a company supply budget of over $5M; defined manufacturing
performance standards and reviewed the performance of employees
Planned and organized receipt, issuance, salvage, and maintenance of records for all classes of supply; prepared
reports on storage and relocation of warehouse material
Specialized in tracking operation records through the Standard Army Maintenance System Enhanced (SAMSE)
administrative database system
Established and maintained over 1,000 stock, automated, and manual accounting records valued over $3M;
reviewed and verified quantities received against shipping documents
Managed full range of distribution activities, including purchasing, quality assurance inspections, stocking,
inventory control, and risk management
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Operations Management with minor in Accounting, Ashford University, Clinton, IA, 2012
CERTIFICATIONS
Supply Chain Management I and II, Michigan State University, 2015
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification, 2010
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Software: Microsoft Office (2003, 2007, 2010)
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook, Notepad)
Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows (95, 98, XP, Vista), Windows 7, Windows 8