Chris Robello

Experience

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  O'Reilly Auto Parts

  Dec 2014 - Jan 2016

  Parts Specialist

  Customer Service Representative, Cashier, Merchandise Stocker, Inventory Specialist, and Assistant ManagerDelivered exceptional customer service by assisting clients in-store and over the phone, adhering to all company policies and procedures.Conducted accurate research on automotive parts, provided price quotes to commercial clients and retail customers, and recommended premium and related products to maximize revenue.Supported inventory management and merchandise stocking to ensure product availability and organization. Show less

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  US Army

  May 2015 - now

  173rd Airborne Brigade (Italy) - ParatrooperHeadquarters & Brigade Engineer Battalion Staff NCOOrganization official defense travel administrator.Demonstrated leadership as a Battle Position NCOIC during the field training exercise ‘Saber Junction 2024’, effectively maneuvering and leading groups of Paratroopers during battlefield exercises to ensure mission success.Served as a Range Safety NCOIC for the brigade, ensuring compliance with safety protocols during live-fires and achieved training objectives. Served as a Convoy NCOIC, successfully coordinating and executing the movement of military vehicle convoys across multiple European borders.Currently manage logistical operations and supply chain management for the battalion, providing guidance and oversight to supply sections to ensure efficient resource accountability. Collaborate closely with leadership to align logistical support with mission objectives and operational priorities. Additionally, serve as the Brigade Defense Travel Administrator, overseeing travel authorizations and vouchers, resolving travel-related issues, and training personnel on the Defense Travel System (DTS) to ensure compliance with defense travel regulations. Show less 82nd Airborne Division - ParatrooperSupply Noncommissioned Officer in ChargeOperations Noncommissioned OfficerOperated in two Airborne Combat Engineer (Sapper) Companies within the 37th Brigade Engineer Battalion, 82nd Airborne Division. Served as Operations and Supply Section NCOIC, managing logistical and operational support. Participated in multiple JRTC rotations at Fort Polk, Louisiana, and numerous strenuous field training exercises, honing skills in high-pressure, fast-paced environments. Led daily physical training sessions, with an emphasis on weightlifting fostering superior unit fitness and readiness. Ensured total property accountability with zero shortfalls across multiple command rotations, directly contributing to overall company mission success. Obtained a U.S. official passport and served as a government purchasing official, facilitating mission-critical procurement.Served on high-alert status as part of the US Army’s Airborne Immediate Response Force (IRF), maintaining readiness to rapidly deploy worldwide to confront emerging threats or respond to critical situations upon receiving alert notification. Show less 1st Armored Division - Brigade Supply NCODeployed twice to Northern and Eastern Afghanistan (2017, 2019-2020) in support of Operation Freedom Sentinel and the Resolute Support Mission.Deployed to Al-Udeid Air Base, Qatar, in support of the Over-The-Horizon Afghanistan mission, supporting remote logistical operations to sustain counterterrorism efforts. Also served at Ali Al-Salem and Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, ensuring seamless logistical support and mission-critical supply operations.Collaborated extensively with NATO partners, U.S. contractors, Afghan interpreters, and local populations to achieve mission objectives. Operated in hostile environments in Afghanistan as a Force Protection Guard and Guardian-Angel Personnel Guard, ensuring the safety of personnel and assets. Endured over 100 indirect fire attacks throughout both deployments and an enemy ground attack in December 2019, at Bagram Afghanistan, maintaining composure and mission focus under extreme combat conditions. Served as a Supply Subject Matter Expert (SME) for multiple units, providing expertise in logistics and resource management. While deployed, managed a diverse truck fleet, including Tata trucks, and served as a MaxxPro/MRAP vehicle leader, overseeing vehicle readiness. Participated in numerous garrison, field, and combat operations. Ensured the successful movement and delivery of military equipment and critically needed resupplies to isolated combat units. Enabled resupply operations through innovative use of aerial sling-load techniques. Advanced through leadership positions, progressing from Company Supply Sergeant to Battalion S4 NCOIC, and ultimately to Brigade-level staff. Played a key role in multiple brigade-level field training and command post exercises. Served as a Brigade Purchasing Official, managing procurement and budget responsibilities. Held a DoD & NATO Secret Clearance. Completed the Basic Leaders Course, demonstrating leadership and professional development. Show less

  • Battalion Staff Noncommissioned Officer

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Company Supply Sergeant

    Apr 2021 - Apr 2024

  • Brigade Supply Noncommissioned Officer

    Nov 2016 - Apr 2021

  • Unit Supply Specialist

    May 2015 - Nov 2016
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  Hertz First Rent A Car

  Jan 2016 - Nov 2016

  Rental Sales Agent

  Dollar-Thrifty Automotive Group - Hertz located at the San Francisco International AirportCustomer Service Representative and Rental Car Agent specializing in revenue maximization through upselling luxury, sports, and high-end vehicles, while effectively monetizing products and services for domestic and international clients in a competitive, commission-driven environment.