Samuel Cruz, Jr

21571 Dupont Dr, Macomb, MI 48044

213-507-3360
sam.cruzjr@live.com

OBJECTIVE:
To obtain a student buyer position at Fiat Chrysler that will support sourcing, cost reduction, strategy development and financial
analysis activities.
EDUCATION:
Wayne State University Mike Ilitch School of Business, Detroit, MI
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Expected Dec 2018
Major: Global Supply Chain and Information System Management

EXPERIENCE:
Inventory Management Specialist (Dec 2017 – Current)
Tank Automotive and Armament Command LCMC, US Army, Detroit, MI
• Compute and forecast the inventory requirements of 127 different assets that support the Army’s M2 Bradley Infantry
Fighting System.
• Facilitated the release and distribution of assets to major commands, depots and assembly sites based on review of new
procurement delivery schedules.
• Briefed management, Team Leads, Supervisors and ILSC Director on status and Get well plans for asset profiles.
• Monitor the inventory availability of 127 assets across 12 distribution centers across the globe.

Logistic Manager (Sept 2013 – Apr 2016)

Tank Automotive and Armament Command LCMC, US Army, Detroit, MI
• Coordinated the fielding of 135 construction equipment systems during fiscal year 2015.
• Coordinated the shipment of over 400 pieces of construction equipment to 42 states and four countries worth in the
excess of $100 million without incident.
• Developed shipping schedule to coordinate shipment of construction equipment and minimize shipping cost of over
$1,000,000 in savings for fiscal year 2015.
• Managed 13 Property accounts with a value of over $500 million.

Operations Officer (July 2011 – Sept 2013)

Army Sustainment Command, US Army, Camp Arifjan, KU
• Coordinated and executed training management for over 11,000 employees.
• Monitored 25 annual training events for 225 personnel within the organization resulting in 100% trained by the end of
third quarter FY 13.
• Enforced safety in the planning and execution of 50 transport missions.
• Responsible for preparing oral, written and visual briefing advising the organization leadership on matters pertaining
employee training requirements.
• Supervised, coached and mentored four employees.

Recruiter (Sept 2007 – July 2011)

Long Beach Recruiting Company, US Army, Long Beach, CA
• Screened applicants to determined eligibility for enlistment into the U.S. Army in accordance with Standards.
• Evaluated recruits on physical fitness, moral character, criminal history, age, drug use history, prior service, citizenship,
and education.
• Scheduled applicants to take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery test at the Military Entrance Processing
Center.
• Supervised 126 employees in the transition from civilian to military careers.
• Copied data, compiled records, and reports pertaining to perspective employees.
• Develop contacts, and conducted interviews.
• Established liaisons with educational authorities and other civilian agencies.
• Delivered messages and completed errands by inventorying and ordering material, supplies, and services.
 Samuel Cruz, Jr
21571 Dupont Dr, Macomb, MI 48044
213-507-3360
sam.cruzjr@live.com

SKILLS
• Bi-lingual: Proficient in both verbal and written English & Spanish
• Management Information System (MIS): Logistics Modernization Program, Global Combat Support System-Army,
Property Book Unit Supply System

CERTIFICATION
• Demonstrated Logistician Certificate - SOLE