TERRY STRONG
Menifee
Summary
A results-driven Supply Chain & Material Manager with a proven track record in inventory optimization, logistics coordination, procurement, and process improvement within high-pressure, mission-critical environments. Experienced in managing large-scale inventories, streamlining supply chain operations, and reducing costs through data-driven decision making and demand forecasting. Adept at leveraging ERP systems (ILS-S, SAP, GCSS), Six Sigma, and Lean methodologies to enhance efficiency, minimize waste, and improve resource allocation. A strong collaborator and leader, working cross-functionally with procurement specialists, logistics teams, and leadership to drive operational excellence, mitigate risks, and improve supply chain resilience in dynamic, high-stakes environments. Experienced in overseeing inventory and supply chain operations. Utilizes strategic planning to reduce costs and improve procurement processes. Knowledge of vendor management and effective team leadership.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Material Manager
United States Air Force
04.2024 - 08.2025
- Oversee and manage a high-value inventory supporting BEAR Base operations, ensuring the accurate tracking, distribution, and accountability of over 5,000 mission-critical assets to sustain global deployment capabilities.
- Develop and implement strategic inventory control measures that enhance operational readiness by reducing stock discrepancies and improving material availability rates for 658 freight container locations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including logistics specialists, procurement, and maintenance personnel, to streamline supply chain operations, ensuring the on-time delivery and cost-effective sourcing of essential materials for ongoing military operations.
- Leverage data analytics to monitor inventory trends, forecast demand, and proactively address potential supply chain bottlenecks, ensuring continuous mission support.
Logistics Operation Team Lead
United States Air Force
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Led a nine personnel logistics team supporting four different aircrafts which contributed to the delivery of 48 million pounds of cargo, ensuring seamless supply chain coordination to facilitate efficient maintenance operations and rapid mission readiness.
- Managed procurement, warehousing, and distribution processes for three specialized maintenance back shops, valued at $10 million dollars, ensuring parts were properly stored, tracked, and shipped for operational continuity.
- Oversaw the logistics and timely transport of C-17 Wheel & Tire Assembly components, playing a key role in supporting Boeing Qatar & Qatar Airways humanitarian missions of assisting 1,500 tons of medical aid, food supplies, and essentials to over 1.7 million Palestinian refugees and ensuring operational readiness for international deployments.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced material flow efficiency, reduced turnaround times, and ensured compliance with strict Air Force logistics regulations.
Logistics Coordinator
United States Air Force
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Spearheaded Material Requirements Planning (MRP) by analyzing usage trends and demand forecasting, reducing supply shortages and procurement delays, and improving operational efficiency.
- Optimized supplier coordination and expedited Mission Capable (MICAP) orders via Integrated Logistics System Supply (ILS-S), reducing aircraft downtime and increasing overall mission effectiveness.
- Enhanced reverse logistics operations, managing waste reduction & DLADS Program to recover and repurpose assets, leading to a 20% increase in funding allocation for critical operations.
- Monitored compliance with supply chain policies and audit requirements, ensuring all transactions were documented in accordance with Air Force Material Management regulations.
Aviation Parts Coordinator
United States Air Force
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Procured over $2 million dollars of assets, ensuring 100% compliance with Air Force standards for equipment modifications and upgrades, extending life cycle of 14 fighter aircrafts.
- Managed the Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services (DLADS) Program, overseeing the proper transfer of consumable assets, ensuring timely and accurate material relocation to designated processing facilities.
- Facilitated the turn-in, storage, and redistribution of critical repairable assets, optimizing inventory control procedures to minimize excess stock and prevent material shortages.
- Coordinated inbound and outbound logistics operations, ensuring accurate tracking, efficient transportation scheduling, and prompt distribution of mission-essential assets.
Warehouse Operations Technician
United States Air Force
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Oversaw high-value storage operations, implementing process improvements that enhanced inventory accuracy, reduced material handling errors, and minimized storage costs.
- Conducted routine inventory audits, identified, and corrected discrepancies, and ensured compliance with Air Force supply chain regulations, maintaining an above 95% inventory accuracy rate.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
American Military University
Charles Town, WV07-2025
High School Diploma -
Paloma Valley High School
Menifee, CA06-2018
Skills
- Warehouse management
- Supply chain optimization
- Production scheduling
- Materials planning
- Inventory management
- Demand forecasting
- ERP systems proficiency
- Logistics coordination
Certification
- Google Project Management Specialization, 06/2025
- Six Sigma Black Belt Specialization - issued by Kennesaw State University, 06/2025
- Six Sigma Green Belt Specialization - issued by Kennesaw State University, 05/2025
- Six Sigma Yellow Belt Specialization - issued by Kennesaw State University, 04/2025
- Certified Telehandler Operator, - issued by Cherokee Federal, 07/2025
Awards
Air and Space Achievement Medal – Meritorious Service, 04/2025, Air and Space Achievement Medal – Outstanding Achievement, 05/2024, Air and Space Achievement Medal – Meritorious Service, 10/2023
Timeline
Material Manager
United States Air Force
04.2024 - 08.2025
Logistics Operation Team Lead
United States Air Force
10.2023 - 04.2024
Logistics Coordinator
United States Air Force
01.2021 - 09.2023
Aviation Parts Coordinator
United States Air Force
01.2020 - 01.2021
Warehouse Operations Technician
United States Air Force
01.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
American Military University
High School Diploma -
Paloma Valley High School
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