HOWARD D.

PEPPER IV
Allen, TX 75002 | Phone: 804-240-6309 | Email: hdpepper4@gmail.com | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/hdpepper4

PROFILE SUMMARY

TRANSPORTATION AND LOGISTICS PROJECT MANAGER

Results-driven, highly adaptable Project Professional with a 20+ year proven track record of delivering results
through management and accountability of large multi-million dollar accounts. Excellent critical thinking and
problem solving abilities in developing and managing projects to completion on time and within budget.
Outstanding leader and communicator; forging relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring
deliverables are met. Manage multiple projects while working in fast-paced environments.

Project Management
Supply Chain Process
Leadership & Team Building
Cost/Budget Management
Fleet Maintenance & Repair
Transportation & Distribution

Research & Analysis

Strategic Planning
Contract Negotiation
Account Management
Process Improvement
KPI & SOP Implementation

EXPERIENCE
Project Manager, Supply Chain
DynCorp International | Fort Worth, TX | September 2014 October 2015
$2.8B logistics services provider to the defense industry; 15,000+ employees.

Oversaw daily operations of two subcontracted distribution centers responsible for receiving, consolidations and
transportation to 80+ contracts globally. Led weekly performance reviews to ensure performance, production and
service delivery. Managed and participated in several supply chain projects. Presented and briefed quarterly
business reviews to executive leadership. Managed 3 direct reports.

Selected as a Project Lead- Led Global Distribution Center RFP; achieved $2M+ annual savings;
transitioned within 30 days.
TMS Project- Integral contributor working with cross-functional teams to design and develop TMS system;
30% reduction in freight cost.
Enterprise P2P dashboard implementation; resolved $20M+ invoice discrepancies within 12-months.
Supply Chain Process Improvement Project- Developed supply chain dashboard material discrepancy
analytics; reduced resolution time by 30%.
Created enterprise training solutions: trained 300+ users various WMS and TMS functions.

Enterprise Distribution Senior Manager, Supply Chain

DynCorp International | Fort Worth, TX | August 2011 - September 2014
$5.2B logistics services provider to the defense industry; 25,000+ employees.

Managed two distribution centers (DFW and Dubai); supported 80+ global State Department and Department of
Defense contracts. Liaised with sourcing and suppliers; ensured on-time delivery, compliance and quality. Assigned
various supply chain projects working with cross functional teams. Developed supply chain policies, procedures
and training materials for the enterprise. Accountable for 32 employees, with 4 direct reports.

Project lead- Started up Dubai Quality Consolidation Center on short time fuse; developed, planned and
executed operations within 60 days.
Implemented technology, process and staffing improvements increasing efficiencies and productivity;
resulting in reduced door-to-door time by 30% and cost by 50%.
Selected as project lead for Global Transportation RFP for all modes: Ocean, Air Freight, LTL, Small
Package and Mail Services; reduced transportation expense by 40%.
Demonstrated consistent track record in government DCAA, DCMA and ISO audits: zero findings over a 3year period.

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HOWARD D. PEPPER IV
Allen, TX 75002 | Phone: 804-240-6309 | Email: hdpepper4@gmail.com | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/hdpepper4

Director, Operations & Logistics/Project Manager

U.S. Army | Fort Bragg, NC | September 2009 July 2011
$850M Air Defense Artillery Brigade; 1500+ employees.

Directed a team of highly specialized subject-matter experts accountable for the maintenance operations,
readiness and logistics support for an Air Defense Brigade. Developed strategic plans, policies and procedures to
maximize maintenance logistics support. Developed and established project plans, responsibility matrix, secured
resources and established timelines. Maintained communication with assigned team members, brigade staff,
maintenance contractors, and other departments throughout project planning and implementation. Led monthly
readiness reviews; ensured support to maintain peak readiness levels. Responsible for 200 maintainers, with 9
direct reports.

Project Lead- Reintegrated and set up maintenance and supply operations for a redeploying unit's return to
Fort Bragg within 90 days.
Partnered with subcontractors to provide refresher training; maximized effectiveness of ERP systems
ensuring 100% trained throughout the brigade.
Coordinated vehicle/support equipment transfers.
Reestablished Maintenance and Supply operations.
Achieved 96% operational fleet readiness rate.

Senior Automotive Maintenance & Project Manager

U.S. Army | Baghdad, Iraq | November 2007 - September 2009
$15M Maintenance Support Company 200+ employees.

Planned, coordinated and directed maintenance operations during combat, operating in hazardous and remote
locations. Managed repairs and protection kit installations on combat fleets for 70+ customer units. Established
work flow; ensured work quality; established schedules and reported milestones to management. Developed
technical training materials; diagnosed complex equipment malfunctions and instructed personnel on repair
procedures. Established shop fire and safety programs. Responsible for 61 personnel, with 6 direct reports.

Project Manager- Protection/Weapon kit installations

Completed 1,200+ work orders; 95% returned to customer within 24 hours.
Revamped assembly line procedures; increased productivity by 50%.
Identified and turned in excess repair parts and equipment; potential cost avoidance of $6M+.
Awarded Bronze Star for meritorious service in a combat zone.

Senior Automotive Maintenance & Project Manager

U.S. Army | Hanau, Germany | October 2003 - October 2007
$350M Air Defense Artillery Battalion 700+ employees.

Managed maintenance and logistics operations for 400+ pieces of automotive and support equipment. Oversaw
several depot maintenance contract refurbishment programs. Led weekly readiness reviews; advised executive
leadership on logistics issues and equipment status. Performed audits; ensured compliance to safety, quality and
policies. Responsible for 70+ personnel, with 5 direct reports.

Project Leader- Developed, planned and executed two-level maintenance transformation

Created detailed project plans with well-defined tasks, milestones and communicate project
progress to leadership weekly.
Finished transition within timeline while maintaining a 94% readiness rate and zero lost training time
during transition.
Aggressively managed depot repair programs; finished ahead of schedule and within budget.

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HOWARD D. PEPPER IV
Allen, TX 75002 | Phone: 804-240-6309 | Email: hdpepper4@gmail.com | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/hdpepper4

MILITARY SERVICE

Service Country: United States

Branch: US Army
Rank: Retired Chief Warrant Officer Four (CW4/W-4)
April 1987 to July 2011

EDUCATION

Associate of Arts in General Studies, American Military University.

Pursuing Bachelors degree in Transportation and Logistics Management.

TECHNICAL SKILLS & CREDENTIALS

Advanced user; Windows OS, Mac OS, OnBase, MS Word, Excel (pivot tables and vlook-up), PowerPoint,
Outlook, Visio, Project, SharePoint, Snag-it, QlikView.
WMS, TMS, various ERPs.
FAR/DFAR, IATA, IMDG, DOT, OSHA.
Active Secret Clearance.

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