Donovan Small
Covington
Summary
Strategically-minded Logistician known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in supply chain optimization, inventory management, and transport coordination. Excel in problem-solving, communication, and adaptability, ensuring smooth logistics operations in fast-paced environments.
I am a very flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistician
US Army
Fort Stewart
01.2020 - 03.2025
- Managed supply chain operations for military logistics missions.
- Coordinated transportation of equipment and personnel across multiple locations.
- Developed logistics plans to support training exercises and deployments.
- Trained personnel on logistics procedures and safety protocols.
- Oversaw inventory management and distribution of supplies and materials.
- Managed accurate inventory counts in internal supply chain systems.
- Assisted in budgeting planning efforts by providing data analysis regarding shipping costs.
- Managed warehouse personnel including hiring, training and scheduling shifts.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth flow of information throughout the organization.
- Provided customer service support by responding promptly to inquiries from internal customers.
- Performed regular quality assurance checks on incoming materials.
Deli Clerk
Publix
Snellville
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted customers in selecting deli products and provided product information.
- Operated slicing equipment to prepare meats and cheeses to customer specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the deli counter and display cases.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient service during peak hours.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked products as needed throughout the day.
- Adhered to food safety guidelines while handling and storing products.
- Engaged with customers to address inquiries and resolve issues effectively.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies and cleaning work areas at the end of shift.
- Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Trained new employees on proper handling of food, safety protocols, and customer service techniques.
- Assisted customers with selecting products from the deli case or menu board.
Education
South Gwinnett
Snellville, GeorgiaSkills
- Supply chain management
- Inventory control
- Logistics planning
- Transportation coordination
- Customer relationship management
- Data analysis
- Quality assurance
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Training and development
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Logistics software
- Purchase orders
- Decision-making
- Efficiency improvement
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Stress management
- Supply chain operations
- Quality control analysis
- Emergency readiness
- Customer service
- Training and leadership
- Sales support
- Inventory management
- Communication
- Motivational leadership
- Coaching and mentoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Team building
- Invoicing and shipping documentation
- Client relations
- Performance management
- Inventory management procedures
- Reports generation
Certification
- CLS ( Combat Life Savers Course )
- Military Culinary School graduate
- DLC 1 ( Distributed Leadership Course )
- Cyber Awareness certificate
Accomplishments
- 2 Army Accommodation Medals
- 1 Army Good conduct Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Army Service Medal
Affiliations
- Food bank Support at local church
- Spend time with family and friends
- Explore more ways to self improve
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Logistician
US Army
01.2020 - 03.2025
Deli Clerk
Publix
07.2019 - 12.2019
South Gwinnett