Danielle Sheppard

Experience

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  US Army

  May 2005 - Sept 2007

  Responsible for reporting all critical information to higher, maintained and updated all friendly, enemy, and graphic control measures and controlled the information flow within the Tactical Operations Center (TOC). Advisor on policy and procedures, advised the Commander and staff with real time battle information, managed all time lines in accordance with the battle rhythm, tracked critical situations, analyzed all training and readiness reports, and managed the Common Operating Picture (COP) in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (Command Post of the Future -CPOF, Maneuver Control Systems-MCS and All Source Analysis System- ASAS, Force XXI Battle Command Brigade and Below FBCB2).• Processed 800 incoming personnel into a combat zone. • Directed rapid logistical movement of 2000 personnel and equipment on the battlefield during combat operations, resulting in 800 successful tactical resupply missions.• Executed all Air Mission Requests and Attack Mission Request in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Show less Planned travel and budget management, assisted in management of Land and Ammunition, New Equipment Training, Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear defense (CBRN) for subordinate units. Managed the operational and training readiness for 2 NCO’s and 4 Soldiers while performing duties as the Operations Sergeant in his absence.• Planned, coordinated, and executed live-fire training for Ft Lewis and the Yakima Training Center. • Managed $165,000 dollars in Government equipment.• Only enlisted USR Officer and completed the Battalion’s Monthly Unit Status Report (USR) requirements with zero defects.• Managed the Defense Travel System (DTS) and Reconciled $1 million dollars open travel documents. Show less

  • Battle NCO

    May 2007 - Sept 2007

  • Schools NCO and Unit Strength Report Officer

    May 2005 - Apr 2007
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  US Army

  Nov 2007 - Mar 2016

  Lead instructor for course and program development, sustainment training, and troubleshooting for GCSS-Army Logistics system (SAP/ERP based). Integrated a new supply chain management system for the US Army, using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) at the National Training Center (NTC) by incorporating supply chain management, fleet maintenance/ plant management, financial/budget management and material management control into daily logistical activities. Planning, analyzing and coordinating logistical support while supervising and managing all Army STAMIS systems (GCSS-ARMY, SARSS, SAMS, ULLS) for the training and sustainment to support of the Sustainment Automation Support Management Office (SASMO).• Developed training requirements for the Combined Arms Support Command (CASCOM), Quartermaster and Ordnance Corps at Fort Lee, VA.• A direct advisor for Command Supply Discipline Program Inspections (CSDP) and Department of Defense G4 audits, advised on system capabilities and short comings. • Advisor for the fielding of GCSS-Army for the National Training Center and other installations. • Trained and sustained 2500 personnel on Command Operations, Supply Chain Management, Unit Supply, Material Management, Property Management and Fleet Maintenance/ Plant Maintenance on GCSS-Army.• Supervised and managed the technical and functional management of 74 GCSS-Army systems, 8 Very Small Aperture Terminals (VSAT), and 43 Combat Service Support Automated Information Systems Interface (CAISI) valued in excess of $3.7 million dollars. Show less Communicates directly with the Squadron Commander in reference to sexual harassment/assault cases and provides information and updates on victims to the Commanding General on a monthly basis and provides advocate services to 3000 Soldiers and family members.• Received a commendable rating form the Post Inspector General and FORSCOM during the Army’s first official SHARP audit.• Trained 5000 Soldiers on the Army’s policy and procedures pertaining to Sexual Harassment / Assault Response and Prevention.• Work one on one with victims of Sexual Assault as a Victim Advocate.• Conducts annual sexual assault training and pre-deployment sexual assault training; briefs the command on the status of victim services; provides support through hand-off to installation Victim Advocate; facilitates monthly case status updates; available to respond 24/7.• Updates on victims to the Commanding General on a monthly basis. Provides policy, guidance, and other information for victims of sexual harassment/assault, subordinate unit commanders. Show less Warehouse Manager in support of National Training Center with 62 customer units and maintained an inventory (ATF) valued in excess of $9 million dollars. Supervised the daily operations with use of MRP forecasting to determine stock level replenishment requirement by analyzing issues and interpreting data. Maintained receipt, accountability, stock transfers, track and expediting long lead deliveries and overdue deliveries. Ensured appropriate routing, scheduling, and storage of all goods. Generated purchased requisitions to meet project needs. Maintained effective transportation operations of all goods into and out of the warehouse; planning and implementing new design layouts, inspecting equipment MHE; issued work orders for repair and replacement. Investigated and reconciled all discrepancies and inventory losses. Demonstrated outstanding oral and written communications to develop assigned personnel and maintained streamline logistic support. • Managed and supervised daily logistical operations for 26 personnel.• Designed a new bulk storage yard and reconfigured $4 million dollars of bulk items. • Reduced excess inventory by 25%, returning $3 million dollars back to DOD National Stock within 3 months.• Monitored quantitative material inventories to increase efficiency and timely delivery of materials by 1.7 days.• Reduced customer wait time by 10% within the first 3 months by managing critical deliveries.• Accountable for $30,000 dollars’ worth of automated data processing equipment. Show less Served as the Army's ambassador; determined applicant enlistment eligibility by conducting local and FBI background checks and processed qualified applicants to enlist in the Army. Accounted for and prepared Future Soldiers for initial entry training; area covering 1,087 square miles with a population of 56,000 while maintaining a network of influencers in 4 high schools and 2 colleges; maintained $35,000 worth of Government equipment.• Received special recognition for community service work at the Future Farmers of America Convention. Organized a monthly blood drive with the Red Cross, coordinating 40 donations a month. Organized an annual food drive and provided over 200 cans of food to the South Plains Food Bank.• Top new recruiter in the company 2009. Selected for Brigade Warrior Squad 3 months in 2009.• Selected as the Assistant Station Commander; achieved commendable results; supervised an Army recruiting station and all daily operations.• Conducted over 200 local and federal background checks; analyzed and reviewed detailed records to ascertain accurate backgrounds, reputation and certification of all applicants. Show less Warehouse manager for over 250-customers, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom 07-09. Maintained receiving and distribution operations by coordinating and enforcing program operations, personnel policies and procedures. Conducted 24-hour combat logistical operations with efficient Material Requirements Planning (MRP), forecasting, maintaining inventory systems, stock transfers, tracking and expedited long lead deliveries. Generated purchased requisitions to meet project needs. Maintained effective operations for storage and transportation of all goods into and out of the warehouse; planning and implementing new design layouts, inspecting equipment MHE; issuing work orders for repair and replacement. Investigated and reconciled all discrepancies and inventory losses. Determined stock level replenishment requirement by analyzing issues and interpreting data. Demonstrated outstanding oral and written communications and overcame multi-cultural language barriers while working with multinational contractors and local nationals. Slashed excess inventory by 25%, returned $15 million dollars of inventory back to National Stock or to repair facilities.• Managed an inventory balance (ATF) over $56 million dollars • Accountable for $50,000 dollars’ worth of automated data processing equipment.• Managed daily Warehouse operations of 23 Soldiers, 5 Black Hawk contractors, 21 KBR contractors, and 12 Iraqi Local Nationals.• Conducted and trained 23 Soldiers for 25 LOGPAC combat patrols (resupply missions).• Managed and supervised daily logistical and personnel operations for Bulk Fuel and fuel handler’s• Coordinated transportation movement for over 200 LOGPAC resupply, incoming and outgoing to the warehouse. • Established a HAZMAT Material Yard valued at $80 thousand dollars, complying with all Health, Safety and Environment standards.• Organized special transportation and reduced a backlog of 500 Shipping Containers, saving the DOD $5 million in overdue/late fees. Show less

  • Global Combat Support System-Army Lead Trainer/ Senior Material Manager Supervisor

    Jan 2013 - Mar 2016

  • Sexual Harassment /Assault Response and Prevention Victim Advocate and Advisor (SARC)

    Jan 2013 - Jun 2015

  • Material Control Supervisor/ Warehouse Manager

    Feb 2012 - Dec 2012

  • Army Recruiter/Assistant Station Commander

    Jan 2009 - Mar 2012

  • Material Management NCOIC/ Warehouse Manager

    Nov 2007 - Dec 2008
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  Northrop Grumman Corporation

  May 2016 - Apr 2017

  Operated as a multi-project analyst, -advisor and SME for the Northrop Grumman Technical Services Contract at Fort Irwin on GCSS Army for Maintenance and Logistics. Provided knowledge, techniques and/or capabilities that are recognized as industry leading and rare in the marketplace. Maintained verification systems to identify deficiencies and shortcomings, examined unit maintenance and supply activities and processes to ensure compliance with applicable Army Regulations, field manuals, technical publications, and FORSCOM policies. Worked directly with the Program and Division Managers to identify short comings and training needs. Provided a comprehensive assessment of training and utilizes an extensive knowledge of logistics and maintenance programs/operations and a clear understanding of GCSS Army. • Knowledge of logistics and supply principles, supply chain management, Military Standard Requisitioning and Issue Procedures (MILSTRIP), wholesale and retail levels of the Federal Supply System, and Global Combat Support System – Army (GCSS-A)• Providing classroom and over the shoulder training support, training research and Logistical support for the Supply Support Activity, Maintenance Division, and Supply Division.• Logistical analyst and advisor to the SSA, Property, BII and the Supply and Maintenance Division to accommodate un-forecasted Logistical/ GCSS-Army issues.• Working with the Contract Officer Representative’s, US Army, and Quality Assurance to overcome any contract deficiencies and shortcomings and maintain contract compliance. Show less Operating as Logistical Analyst as part of the 916th Brigade Support Operations Center functioning as the Sustainment Brigade's C2 system replicating sustainment operations for deployed theater of operations. Conducting planning, coordinating, and tracking of Transportation Movement Requests (TMR), daily Battle Update Briefing (BUB), Air Movement Requests (AMR) and Logistical Tracking reports for all classes of supply, equipment, logistical assets used in the support of the National Training Center Rotational Unit and Combat Sustainment Support Battalion (CSSB). Tracking the Rotational Training Unit and the CSSB on the battle field using their Common Operating Picture (COP) with the use of Movement Tracking Systems (MTS) and the Command Post of the Future (CPOF), and Ready Blue. Providing on the spot decision to ensure real time logistical support and mission success. Show less

  • Global Combat Support System Army (GCSS-Army) Analyst/ Advisor/ Subject Matter Expert

    Sept 2016 - Apr 2017

  • Logistical Analyst

    May 2016 - Apr 2017
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  DynCorp International LLC

  May 2017 - Aug 2020

  Operations Supervisor – Current and Future Operations/ GCSS Army Project SME

  Maintains oversight on Logistics/ Maintenance program future and current operations. Ensures completion of taskings and projects according to contract and program deadlines. Monitors operations and integrates all elements to ensure adherence to schedules, cost controls and performance standards. Ensures accuracy and completion of assignments and tasks. Serves as point of contact for multiple sites on LOGCAP programs/ four CLINS, four CBA’s, three Performance Work Statements (PWS) and associated Technical Exhibits, Contract operations, Program Security, Incident Reporting and personnel activities. Ensures compliance with all US and local government reporting requirements. Quality control for all Logistic Operations.• Subcontracts Site Manager. Oversees six Sub-Ks on four CLINs/ over $3M. Manages and tracks budgets/ burn rates and services provided. Development of Statements of Work (SOW), builds supplier relationships and performance measurements. Monitors supplier progress, supplier surveys, assist in the development of Corrective Action Request (CAR) and Letters of Concern (LOC).• Point of contact for various program and PMO level compliance issues. Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and other practices. Works with multi-functional team to identify operational deficiencies and recommend various approaches for resolution of outstanding issues and task order requirements.• Manages contract compliance with expert knowledge in LOGCAP Operations and Contracts, Performance Review Summary (PRS), Performance Feedback Summary (PFS) within the guidelines of the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS)• Knowledge of applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR), and other government requirements.• Oversees Logistic operations to improve quality. Researches, analyze, and ensure implementation of latest company and government policies and guidelines for Federal Supply System usage. Show less

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  Northrop Grumman

  Oct 2020 - now

  Serves as the Goods Movement and Integration for Strike Division Global Supply Chain. Responsible for developing and executing GSC strategies to support the program, with a focus on achieving affordability, operational efficiency, safety, and first-time quality targets. Responsible for activities and knowledge within multiple disciplines across the Supply Chain organization. • Responsible for the direct supervision of both salaried exempt and non-exempt employees• Responsible for providing objective-oriented direction to subordinates utilizing management guidelines and general policies• Advises Leadership on the status of work in progress, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials, and services are provided as needed• Coordinates interdepartmental activity with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Engineering, Warehousing, Traffic, Procurement.• Responsible for meeting direct budget targets, writing/updating work instructions, providing performance metrics, and make recommendations to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency of operations• Directs team activities associated with program transportation, storage, and material handling requirements, including major deliveries (classified and unclassified), and specialty movements as they relate to transportability.• Supports the development of program packaging and transportation plans for all Aeronautics domestic and international deliveries. Including containers, crates, Parts Protection Devices, Material Handling Devices, transportation fixtures, and tools. Show less Manages, reports, and forecast material cost. Works within SOW guidance to define material strategy. Plans and manages inventory levels based on dependent and independent Bill of Materials requirements. Analyzes lead times and works critical paths with Manufacturing Engineers and Procurement teams. Manages and works critical shortages, TAGs, ECRs, and interfacing with MES and CPLM. Manages over 30,000 lines of material. Interfaces with other NG sites and Tier One suppliers analyzes stock to process and approve Accommodations Sales, Internal Work Orders (IWO), and Customer Finished Materials (CFM).• Sets a Vision- working towards cost savings and efficiency for the Company. Collaborated with SHRIMP Team to build a product that can provide an effective snapshot of demand and consumption for over 30, 0000 lines of hardware.• Leads with Courage- Identified a critical error in material forecasting - Analyzing and aggregating supply/demand requirements for a program JIT proposal, leading to cancel 1,034,111 Delta from Current PO quantities to proposed cancellation/reductions. Saved the Company a total of $13,395,552.68 in canceled materials.• Takes Ownership- Responsible for the PRE-JIT/ JIT for the program. Worked 3000 Material Masters, released 3000 PRs, monitored PR to PO placement while monitoring dwell time, Recommend the cancelation, and reworked all demand requirements for 3000 lines, reworking 162 POs with, 908 line combinations of cancelations, reworks, and/ or reorders. Continually assessing and monitoring demand and consumption.• Stepped up when others did not- ownership of cradle-to-grave projects for new build parts, working hand in hand with Design Engineering, Manufacture Engineering, and Procurement Teams for Advanced Fasteners and Click Bond Hardware. Show less

  • Manager, Global Supply Chain 2

    Sept 2022 - now

  • Principle Supply Chain Planning Specialist

    Oct 2020 - Aug 2022