Brandon Ray
DPO
Summary
Detail-oriented Logistics Chief with a proven track record in overseeing multi-million dollar budgets, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency. Expertise in supply chain management and project execution drives mission readiness and quality assurance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief, Logistics Division
Defense Security Cooperation Agency
Kuwait City
12.2024 - Current
- Oversaw all cradle-to-grave logistics operations for usmilgp-kuwait, ensuring compliance with DOD and USCENTCOM directives.
- Administered $30 million foreign military sales budget, ensuring effective allocation for facility maintenance, IT contracts, and quality-of-life initiatives.
- Managed 63-vehicle fleet and communications hardware to ensure mission readiness.
- Supervised 12-member multinational team by streamlining task allocation and driving performance excellence.
- Controlled off-post housing resources, including 49 leased units and temporary lodging for military personnel.
- Acted as contracting officer’s representative for housing upkeep contracts, enforcing vendor standards to enhance service quality and resource utilization.
- Implemented performance indicators and quality assurance protocols, conducting audits to address operational issues and enhance service delivery.
- Acted as liaison for international cooperative administrative support services, promoting cost-effective support solutions.
Battalion Maintenance Officer
54th Signal Battalion
Camp Arifjan
01.2021 - 12.2024
- Directed maintenance activities for 54th Signal Battalion, ensuring operational readiness under S-4 officer's guidance.
- Administered battalion’s maintenance program for wheeled vehicles, generators, signal apparatus, and ground support equipment.
- Managed key readiness initiatives including TMDE calibration cycles and the Army Oil Analysis Program.
- Verified unit maintenance records in Global Combat Supply System–Army, ensuring accurate equipment readiness assessments.
- Monitored supply pipelines for repair parts, ensuring timely availability of Class II and Class IX equipment.
- Integrated supply chain management, property accountability, and automated logistics information systems.
- Coordinated logistics with higher commands, joint agencies, and civilian contractors to streamline support operations.
- Enforced safety and environmental regulations across maintenance shops, including fire prevention and hazardous recovery procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/Project Management
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL10-2025
Skills
- Logistics coordination
- Budget administration
- Supply chain management
- Risk management
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Quality assurance
Timeline
Chief, Logistics Division
Defense Security Cooperation Agency
12.2024 - Current
Battalion Maintenance Officer
54th Signal Battalion
01.2021 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/Project Management
Columbia Southern University