Ron Garner, CPPA

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Program Manager with nearly a decade of experience in Government Operations, Healthcare Management, and Policy

  • Education

    • University of maryland university college

      2014 - 2017
      Bachelor's degree business administration, management and operations
    • Anne arundel community college

      2012 - 2014
      Associate's degree transfer studies, business mangement concentration

      -Certificate: Supply Chain Management-Certificate: Business Communications

  • Experience

    • Padco

      May 2004 - May 2006
      Logistics research specialist

       Serve as a liaison for PADCO and the Iraq government. Team Lead and liaison between PADCO, Department of Defense, Domestic, and International Vendors.  Coordinate and arrange conferences, daily and weekly schedules, and meeting agendas.  Provide office and staff support.  Perform other support services as required such as reception, customer service, meeting planning, document creation and management, database management, data entry, filing, and dispatching.  Maintain sensitive personnel records.  Review and maintain correspondence and literature via telephone, memorandum, fax, U.S. Post, and email.  Conduct research, via in-house library and Internet.  Create spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations for contractors.  Create and maintain Security Policy & Procedures.  Track and Inventory equipment in all Regions.  Develop contracts for local services.  Update the Project Logistical Database. Research and analyze vendor contracts Conduct Intensive Investigative Research to locate Iraqi vendors. Prepare weekly reports of project progression Show less

    • Tecore networks

      May 2006 - Jul 2014
      Materials specialist (logistics)

      Liaison and Coordinator for TECORE Networks, vendors and third-party operators Implemented training program for TECORE employees of the Automated Export System (AES) Manages the distribution center, transportation fleet including maintenance, delivery expense, routing, DOT, TSA, & Customs compliance, and hiring drivers Manages the efficient and safe operation of all material handling equipment. Inspects physical condition of warehouse and equipment and prepares work orders for repair and requisitions for replacement of equipment. Conducted Efficiency Initiative of the utilization, redistribution, donation, sale or other disposal of surplus property. Reduced Storage cost up to 65%  Maintain company inventory of $8 million dollars in parts and assets, Directs salvage of damaged or used material.  Trained employees in Inventory Control, Shipping/ Receiving, and equipment documentation processes Create and maintain Security Policy & Procedures, Maintains a clean, neat, and orderly work area of the warehouse Manages total adherence to all Federal and State statutes regarding warehouse operation including DOH, DOT, FDA and OSHA regulations Negotiate contracts with new vendors Compiled and maintain material/parts inventory system and status information to expedite movement of material and parts to customer sites at various locations around the globe Responsible for purchase orders, MRP system (Material Requirements Planning), shipment tracking, etc. Responsible for inventory control by coordinating and/or checking in product returns and updates inventory balances on hand. Ensures all practices and procedures comply with audit requirements and meet operational standards.Confers with department heads to ensure coordination of warehouse activities with such activities as production, sales, records control, and purchasing Maintains warehouse budget and controls spending for supplies, warehouse labor and transportation expense on a daily basis Show less

    • C&m entertainment

      Jan 2015 - Dec 2019
      Security team lead

      • Trained and supervised a team of 8 security guards• Responsible for patrolling the client premises to detect irregular activity and ensure the safety of the property and occupants• Serve as a highly visible security presence to deter safety and security infractions• Investigate and take the appropriate action on unauthorized access, incidents, accidents, threats and suspicious activity• Monitor points of access through surveillance• Inspect and adjust security systems and equipment to ensure optimal operational use• Identify areas for improvement including new security camera & personnel positions respond to alarms and emergencies• Deliver a detailed daily activity report that accounts for all irregular incidents• Maintain all professional standards by closely adhering to the policies and procedures of the company Show less

    • Txo systems inc

      Jan 2015 - Jun 2015
      Logistics specialist (contract)

      - Investigated customs clearance delays for all international shipments- Collaborated with Senior Executives on ISO:9001 certification process- Developed Import/Export Compliance system to support global business units. - Reduced company’s shipping costs by 60% within 6 months.- Improved freight forwarder rates- Negotiated with vendors and freight forwarders, lines of credit, discounts, and payable terms.- Counseled Senior Executives on International Shipping Laws, and DOT Regulations. - Researched and compiled cost/benefits analysis for company projects- Shipped and Received DHL, UPS, FedEx, and USPS parcels and letters- Coordinated Just-in-Time (JST) project shipping schedule from multiple vendor sites to customer installation site.- Transported project decommissioning materials and equipment with company truck Show less

    • Discoverbooks

      Jun 2015 - Oct 2017
      Logistics manager

      • Managed company’s supply chain totaling 8.3 million pounds per month• Implemented freight forwarder scorecard system, resulting in 23% increase on time vendor performance. • Redesigned Inbound logistics process; providing freight cost savings of 33%• Maintained office services by organizing office operations and procedures; controlling correspondence; designing filing systems; reviewing and approving supply requisitions; assigning and monitoring clerical functions.• Forecasted supply trends and events for future supply needs.• Negotiate contracts and rate agreements with freight forwarders and third party logistics companies. Show less

    • Discover books

      Jun 2015 - Jun 2017
      Logistics manager

      • Oversaw optimization of company’s supply chain increasing capacity from 6.4 million to 8.3 million pounds per month• Redesigned logistics process; providing savings of $1,520,000/ year• Implemented freight forwarder scorecard system, resulting in 23% increase on time vendor performance.• Prepared RFQ's, negotiated contracts, and maintained competitive pricing.• Monitored supplier quality and delivery performance.• Approved of company supply purchase orders • Manage company Distribution Centers and Logistics processes (8 U.S., 1 Canada) including a fleet of 30 trucks, 34 drivers, and 9 Market Managers.• Developed a standardized compliance program for city, county and district municipal codes for all 9 Distribution centers resulting in a 85% reduction in fines and penalties.• Forecasted supply trends and events for future supply needs.• Negotiate contracts and rate agreements with freight forwarders and third party logistics companies. Show less

    • Allied universal

      Jun 2017 - Dec 2018
      Security officer

      • Armed Guard license (VA) • Responsible for patrolling the client premises to detect irregular activity and ensure the safety of the property and occupants.• Serve as a highly visible security presence to deter safety and security infractions.• Addressed all client queries with courtesy and professionalism.• Reported all actual and potential safety hazards promptly to management.• Removed unauthorized individuals from facility in a smooth and effective manner.• Investigate and take the appropriate action on unauthorized access, incidents, accidents, threats and suspicious activity.• Monitored access and traffic control in assigned facilities through surveillance.• Inspect and adjust security systems and equipment to ensure optimal operational use.• Identify areas for improvement including new security camera & personnel positions respond to alarms and emergencies.• Deliver a detailed daily activity report that accounts for all irregular incidents.• Maintain all professional standards by closely adhering to the policies and procedures of the company Show less

    • Epl archives, inc.

      Sept 2017 - Dec 2017
      Logistics specialist

      • Receives, verifies, inspects, and take custody of inbound shipments, document discrepancies, and use computer systems and physical files tomaintain compliance in according to, USDA, U.S. Fish & Wildlife, DOT, IATA, and U.S Customs regulations.• Planned and executed complex logistical auditing program to ensure 100% accuracy on all inbound bio-medical research material. • Supports client needs by providing on-site indexing and archiving services as well as operates company vehicles to conduct client site courier pickups and deliveries, as needed• Provides additional related support services including but not limited to material transfer, supplies management, special project support,• compliant packaging of outbound shipments, and other operational support as assigned• Safely transfers materials, supplies, and inventory to and from staging areas for processing within and across designated company facilities, with 100% accuracy• Ensure Receiving/Warehouse areas are safe, clean, and presentable at all time• Securely packages and ships Hazardous material following applicable regulatory requirements and transportation guidelines for both domestic and international shipments. Show less

    • Fairfax county government

      Dec 2017 - now

      -Serves as a lead administrator for School Health Division electronic platforms with implementation of Electronic Health Records (EHR); includes developing specifications, writing RFPs, benchmarking, product testing and the selection process.- Provides analytical and administrative support to school health programs to ensure consistency withcounty, VDH, FCPS, and VDOE policies.- Develops, prepares, and regularly shares school health workload and process reports used for annual reports, budget preparation, project progress and performance management.- Collaborates with school health leadership to identify issues impacting school health functions and resolves problems to increase efficiency and accuracy. Analyzes school health services data and processes to analyze efficiency and productivity.- Researches and evaluates impact of pending changes in federal, state, and /or local policies orprocedures; develops plans to ensure adherence to new policies/procedures (i.e., school stock medications, VDOE required health trainings, immunizations, mandated staffing)- Ensures a comprehensive system of compliance with FERPA, HIPAA and record management. - Analyzes contract nursing vendor and process to analyze workload in each region quarterly and annually. - Conducts evaluations, analyzes and develops division wide improvements to workflow including benchmarking, data collection and analysis, performance metrics, leveraging technology, and staff training.- Develops report of costs of services monthly and annually and communicates updates to senior management.- Oversees and coordinates the maintenance of School health equipment and supplies.Monitors financial reports to ensure accurate and timely billing and revenue collection for fiscal operations. Serves as liaison between nursing and administrative users and Financial Management Staff. - Oversees and coordinates the request for purchases of equipment, repairs, and regular maintenance Show less • Manages several county programs with 3 teams as direct reports to process, posting, and reviewing over 3 million dollars in revenue annually.• Oversees and audits county wide operations of personal property management, fixed assets, and consumable inventories in excess of $800 million dollars• Serves as principal advisor to the Material Management Division Director concerning county policy, emergency management, surplus property, donations, and asset management policy and procedures.• Develops and implements countywide policies and procedures affecting accountability, utilization, historic preservation, donations and disposal of county assets. • Developed and implemented inventory management system, during COVID-19 operations, to track over $10 million dollars in PPE inventory and distribution records of Request For Assistance (RFA) from the Office of Emergency Management WebEOC.• Strategized and produced an alternative inventory validation method to meet stipulated county reporting requirements during COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in 98% compliance rate.• Collaborates with division manager to develop critical management reports and performance measures on asset management and controls.• Responsible for the teaching and evaluations of new hires on the county FOCUS inventory management and warehouse management (IM/WM) modules.• Coordinates with the Department of Finance to ensure accurate reporting of accountable equipment, fixed assets, and consumable inventory for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports.• Quantified the cost of inefficient disposal processes and implemented new processes saving the county over $200,000/year in labor and overtime cost.• Monitored and enforced county inventory controls requirement for the surplus property program with $3.5 million dollars in annual sales and cost avoidance.• Authored policies and SOPs in property management techniques and accountability to ensure program integrity. Show less

      • Management Analyst III

        Nov 2024 - now
      • Management Analyst II

        Dec 2017 - Nov 2024
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Cpps

      National property management association
      Oct 2018
    • Certified professional property administrator (cppa)

      Npma
      Oct 2019
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