Valance German
Manager, Traffic Administration II (Logistics)
- Role
- Manager, Traffic Administration Ii (Logistics) at Northrop Grumman
- Location
- Lakewood, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Valance German
Experienced with a demonstrated history of working in the Logistics & Supply Chain. Skilled in, Physical Inventory, Microsoft Word, and Lean Management. Working in a highly competitive Aerospace industry, I\'ve strived to become the best of the best when it comes to risk mitigation, proposal and supply chain optimization. Receiving several awards such as Top Performer and Target Incentive Nomoniee and recipient two years consecutively.(2022 & 2023) Organized Logistics Manager capable of assessing supplier needs and cultivating compelling solutions. A well-trained decision maker with a focused attention on detail with a drive to manage order flows with expert precision. Big picture individual with exemplary supplier relationship and support skills as an analytical supply chain professional. Knowledgeable about gathering and analyzing data to make proactive adjustments to the business supply chain operations. Advanced knowledge of supply chain management techniques, practices, processes, tools, and planning. information technology professional with a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) focused in Business Administration and Management, General from California State University-Fullerton.
Experience
Manager, Traffic Administration Ii (Logistics)
Jul 2023 — Present · El Segundo, CA, US
Own execution of logistics strategies for $500M+ in program budget; brief executive leadership and SCLC (Supply Chain Leadership Council) on cost avoidance, risk, and performance.• Spearheaded LSP (Logistics Service Provider) integrations and contract negotiations, aligning legal and operational frameworks for smooth go-lives.• Managed end-to-end logistics lifecycle, including proposal support, make/buy plans, procurement strategies and TMS (Transportation Management System) operations.• Build, maintain, and continuously refine analytical forecasting models and dashboards to track performance by category, origin, lane, provider, and channel.• Led optimization initiatives that reduced lead times and improved delivery precision with key defense suppliers across the network.• Ensured compliance with FAR/DFAR, CPAT regulations, government audits, U.S. transportation regulations and IATA HazMat Certifications. • Scaled logistics teams across five additional sites in response to increased freight volume driven by program expansion; led integration efforts to unify processes, enhance visibility, and improved delivery performance across all locations.• Experience filling DD1149s, DD1423s & DD250s through government entities • Coordinate logistics activities for selected projects, including logistics planning, training, supply chain activities from point of manufacturing through support, deployment, freight, warehousing, customer freight, order management, customer warehousing, customer store shipment, and customer placement.• Support all functions of service levels with 3PL/4PL under Small Parcel, LTL, Truck Load, Dedicated, Wide Load, Classified and maintain sub service levels: Overnight, First Overnight, Two-day and many others to fit the need of the business models.
Education
California State University, Fullerton
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Savanna High School
High School Diploma
2004 — 2008
Fullerton College
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Fox Valley Technical College
CLTD, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
Fullerton College
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
2008 — 2011
Skills
- Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Prezi
- Entertainment
- Communication
- Food & Beverage
- Hands-on Learning
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Office
- Project Management
- Hands-on Training
- Public Speaking
- Entertainment Industry
- Leadership
- Six Sigma
- Hands-on Problem Solver
- Loan Origination
- Supervisory Skills
- Lean Management
- Physical Inventory
- Human Resources
- Business Strategy
- Warehouse Operations
- Entertainment Management
- Teamwork
- Team Management
- Food Service
- Microsoft Word
- Team Leadership
- Customer Satisfaction
- Training
- Customer Experience
- Loans
- Theaters
- Supervising
- Management
- Team Building
- Time Management
- Cashiering
- Food Safety
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