Joseph Damour

Digital Supply Chain Strategist | Smart Logistics Architect | Transforming DoD Readiness through Data, Automation & Emerging Tech | Ex-KPMG, Ex-Accenture | Marine Veteran

Arlington, Virginia, United States

About

Combat-tested Marine. Consulting-forged strategist. I specialize in transforming supply chain operations for the Department of Defense — architecting smart logistics solutions that drive operational readiness, accountability, and efficiency at scale. From advanced warehouse automation and IoT-enabled visibility to blockchain-based asset tracking and next-gen WMS deployments, I align emerging technologies with mission-critical objectives. My passion is simple: translating complexity into action — and enabling organizations to move faster, smarter, and with purpose.

Experience

  • Managing Principal at Ironclad Strategic Solutions, LLC
    Sep 2025 - Present · 11 mos

  • Director, Digital Supply Chain Solutions - Advanced Programs Group at VT Group (VTG)
    Oct 2024 - Jul 2025 · 10 mos

    Led development of digital logistics transformation efforts across AFMED, DLA, NMRLC, and USMC MEDLOG commands within VTG’s Advanced Programs Group. Served as a solutions architect, advancing supply chain modernization, medical readiness, and warehouse automation through smart warehouse design, digital twin modeling, and pilot program execution. As a strategic integrator, aligned emerging technologies (RFID, IoT, analytics, AI) with DoD acquisition lifecycles and policy mandates, including EO 14017, EO14185, DoDI 5000.64, and GAO audit readiness.

  • KPMG US (6 yrs 1 mo)
    • Director, Federal Supply Chain and Operations
      Oct 2021 - Oct 2024 · 3 yrs 1 mo

      Responsible for the development of technical approach and deployment of an inventory reconciliation solution using Robotic Process Automation (RPA) technology to transport Operating Material and Supply (OM&S) production material data between a local Information Management System (IMS) and the Accountable Property System of Record (APSR).

    • Director, Federal Supply Chain and Operations
      Jan 2021 - Oct 2024 · 3 yrs 10 mos

      Provide strategic guidance and technical assistance to process owners focusing on the development of system requirements, process documentation, and the identification and development of Internal Controls (ICs) relating to Materiel management at a Service-level Inventory Control Point as a member of the 5G Smart Warehouse Prototype team.

    • Director, Management Consulting
      Oct 2018 - Jan 2021 · 2 yrs 4 mos

      Directed efforts of the Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness team charged with the development of Enterprise-level strategy for Inventory & Related Property and General Property Plant & Equipment Provided strategic guidance and technical assistance to key process owners and Navy leadership for all phases of audit preparation and remediation strategies.

  • Accenture ()
    • Federal Financial Manager - Department of the Navy, Financial Improvement Program
      Jan 2013 - Oct 2018 · 5 yrs 10 mos

      Provide leadership, direction, and project management support to meet the objectives and DON Audit Strategy of the Assistant Secretary of the Navy, Financial Management and Comptroller (ASN, FM&C) - Office of Financial Operations (FMO), and business goals of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) for Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAP) and mission critical assets. As a trusted advisor, deliver Asset Management expertise and consultant services in comprehensive review and analysis of assertion packages, program logistic information, and expenditures. The authoring of position papers, and suggestion of policy amendments in support of the Navy's Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness program. The current focus is establishing beginning balances and substantively proving existence and completeness of the most material of the Navy’s assets, Ships, Submarines, Service Craft, and Ordnance.

    • Deployment Consultant - Department of State, Integrated Logistics Management System (ILMS)
      Mar 2012 - Dec 2012 · 10 mos

      Provided human performance support to advance the strategic business goals of the Department of State’s Integrated Logistics Management System (ILMS), an end-to-end supply chain system that manages the entire supply process from order to shipment to receipt. Role required extensive international travel in support of system implementation of two new ILMS modules, Expendables Supply Management and Vehicle Fleet Management Information system, to U.S. Embassies and Consulates. Implementation efforts often involved both in-person and remote training in support of system and user training, while customizing training solutions to mitigate geographic-specific implementation risks in a highly visible client-facing role

  • Technical Manager at Xtreme Coil Drilling Corporation
    Mar 2010 - Mar 2012 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Maintain and provide technical field support for critical Under Balanced Drilling and fluid operations utilizing coiled tubing drill string controlled using electronic PLC controls and hydraulics.