Katherine (Kat) Pyka
Whitewood, SD
Summary
Professional supply chain specialist with over 18 years in logistics and inventory management. Adept at optimizing supply processes, ensuring timely procurement, and effective resource allocation. Strong focus on team collaboration, dependable in adapting to changing needs, and committed to delivering impactful results. Skilled in inventory control, supply chain coordination, and operational efficiency, with proactive approach to problem-solving and communication.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Board Member
Department South Dakota Veterans Foreign Wars
07.2023 - Current
- Oversaw complex projects from inception to completion while ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Established effective communication channels for seamless collaboration between board members, executives, and employees.
- Promoted a culture of accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct throughout the organization.
Board Member
Rushmore VFW Post 1273
07.2021 - Current
- Served as advocate and ambassador for organization by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission of supporting local Veterans.
- Developed and maintained internal control systems to protect organizational assets.
- Reconciled monthly statements, invoices and expense accounts, keeping records accurate, and current.
79R Senior Talent Acquisition Manager
US ARMY
05.2018 - 04.2022
- Developed operational plans for five recruiting offices, 37 recruiters, and one Military Entrance Processing Station that exploited talent management, while focusing on adherence to policy and effective local procedures; facilitated a 13%gain in production and 113% annual success for 2019-2020.
- Collected, analyzed, and interpreted performance and market data to develop weekly and monthly reports for executives, outside agencies, and internal distribution. Utilized analysis to coordinate with training managers to develop courses of action, training plans, and recognition programs.
- Developed over 28 social media accounts through Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for the US Army which reached a large audience efficiently and cost effectively. Created attention getting advertisement for targeted prospecting within the tri-state area.
92Y Senior Unit Supply Specialist
U.S ARMY
02.2000 - 05.2018
- Assisted in budget management by accurately forecasting supply requirements and providing cost-effective procurement suggestions.
- Responsible for property valued at an excess of 1.9 billion dollars to support over 5,000 personnel.
- Responsible for the oversight of all logistical
operations, functional expertise in areas of supply, property book management, movement control, material preparation and accountability for an Infantry Battalion of over 500 personnel. - Responded to critical supply chain issues and devised contingency solutions to mitigate supply chain risk or inbound or outbound logistics disruptions.
- Reviewed contract plans and project specifics for thorough understanding and conducted quality reviews and monitored contract performance.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Central Texas College
Texas01-2014
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Procurement expertise
- Hazardous material handling
- Supply chain operations
- ERP systems proficiency
- Supply chain management
- Cost reduction
- Logistics operations
- Life cycle management
- Property & material management
Certification
- Demonstrated Senior Logistician (International Society of Logistics)
- Certified Logistics Associate (Manufacturing Skill Standards Council)
- Senior Management and Leadership Development Course, U.S. Army
- Advanced Management and Leadership Development Course, U.S. Army
Timeline
Executive Board Member
Department South Dakota Veterans Foreign Wars
07.2023 - Current
Board Member
Rushmore VFW Post 1273
07.2021 - Current
79R Senior Talent Acquisition Manager
US ARMY
05.2018 - 04.2022
92Y Senior Unit Supply Specialist
U.S ARMY
02.2000 - 05.2018
- Demonstrated Senior Logistician (International Society of Logistics)
- Certified Logistics Associate (Manufacturing Skill Standards Council)
- Senior Management and Leadership Development Course, U.S. Army
- Advanced Management and Leadership Development Course, U.S. Army
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Central Texas College
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