Benjamin Thomas, PMP, CSCP

Competency Assurance and Training Analyst | Michigan Ross MBA Candidate | Military Veteran

Minot, North Dakota, United States

About

Senior Program and Operations leader with 14+ years delivering complex defense and industrial programs on schedule and within budget. Proven ability to lead managers, control cost and risk, manage EVM-based programs, and engage government and commercial stakeholders. PMP-certified with deep experience in regulated, high‑tempo environments.

Experience

  • Competency Assurance and Training Analyst at Chevron
    Jun 2025 - Present · 1 yr 1 mo

  • United States Air Force (Full-time · 13 yrs 8 mos)
    • Senior Manager, Program Management
      Oct 2020 - Jul 2025 · 4 yrs 10 mos

      • Led execution of multi-site sustainment programs and a 30‑member cross-functional team. • Increased on time material availability from 92% to 99% using program controls. • Managed cost and performance baselines, delivering $4.2M in annual savings. • Conducted program reviews achieving zero‑defect inspections and 22% productivity gains. • Developed managers and reduced organizational turnover by 18%. • Briefed senior leaders on program status, risks, and mitigation actions.

    • Supply Chain Manager
      Jun 2015 - Oct 2020 · 5 yrs 5 mos

      • Managed $50M+ in inventory across 10 countries supporting 24/7 operations. • Led 15‑person cross‑functional teams across warehousing, procurement, and transport. • Reduced stockouts by 32%, cycle time 25%, and shipment costs by $3M. • Ensured compliance with DoD, host‑nation, and internal control requirements.

    • Supply Chain Coordinator
      Apr 2014 - Jun 2015 · 1 yr 3 mos