Years of Leadership
Career history spans Army logistics, procurement, operations management, workforce development, training delivery, and enterprise process improvement.
Army Veteran · Project Management · Logistics Leadership · Defense & Tech Operations
Phenize
Howell
// Senior Logistics & Project Manager · SAP/ERP · Asset Accountability · Process Improvement
Results-driven Army Veteran and operations leader with 23 years of experience across logistics, procurement, project management, supply chain execution, training, and high-accountability mission support. Phenize has led programs supporting teams of 400+, managed budgets up to $125M, corrected multimillion-dollar accountability gaps, and overseen more than $100M in dispersed assets. Her background spans Army Futures Command, global deployment support, instructional leadership, process optimization at Box, and current warehouse and operations leadership at Sev1Tech, backed by a Department of Defense Secret Clearance.
$12M+ Annual Savings $125M Budget Oversight $100M+ Accountable Assets SAP / AESIP / DST DoD Secret Clearance
23+Years of military and enterprise operations leadership across logistics, training, procurement, and program execution
$12M+Annual savings achieved through market research, budget analysis, and spending prioritization
$100M+Assets managed and audited using enterprise accountability and logistics systems
400+People supported across large-scale operations, logistics programs, and mission-driven teams
// 01
By the Numbers
Annual Budget Oversight
Directed large-scale logistics and spending priorities at Army Futures Command while balancing mission demands and financial discipline.
Assets Managed
Oversaw nationwide accountable property and asset audits using SAP, AESIP, and DST platforms to improve accuracy and reduce discrepancies.
Students Impacted
Program of Instruction development supported standardized Army supply chain training used as testing curriculum for approximately 20,000 students annually.
// 02
Operational Highlights
Delivered $12M in Annual Savings
Conducted in-depth market research and budget analysis while overseeing a $125M annual budget, helping prioritize spending objectives and generate $12M in annual savings amid shifting mission requirements.
Budget Analysis Cost Savings Market Research Resource Prioritization
Corrected High-Value Accountability Gaps
Implemented inventory controls, staff training, and data-driven asset tracking to resolve $2.5M in discrepancies, improve accountability accuracy to 90%, and reduce audit discrepancies by 30% across more than $100M in assets.
SAP / AESIP / DST Inventory Control Audit Reduction Asset Tracking
Enabled Large-Scale Mission Execution
Supported worldwide and Indo-Pacific operations by forecasting logistics requirements, mobilizing 600+ personnel and 250 pieces of equipment, and sustaining critical missions without delays across high-stakes operational environments.
Deployment Support Operational Planning Resource Coordination Mission Continuity
Improved Workflows in Defense and Tech
From optimizing Salesforce page layouts and Box ticketing workflows to leading warehouse operations and acting as Operations Manager at Sev1Tech, Phenize brings structured execution and process discipline into modern enterprise environments.
Salesforce Box AI Warehouse Operations Process Improvement
// 03
Experience
Sep 2025 — Present
Operations · Warehouse · Leadership
Deputy Manager
Sev1Tech LLC · Belton, Texas
- Oversees daily warehouse operations across receiving, storage, inventory management, and material distribution while maintaining compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
- Leads, mentors, and manages warehouse personnel through targeted training, scheduling, and accountability practices that support productivity and execution quality.
- Monitors inventory and productivity metrics, identifies operational bottlenecks, and implements improvements to strengthen mission-critical warehouse performance.
- Serves as Acting Operations Manager when required, assuming responsibility for facility management, strategic decision-making, and issue resolution.
May 2025 — Jul 2025
Program Management · Process Optimization
GTM-Ops Program Manager
Box · Austin, Texas
- Spearheaded Salesforce page layout enhancements through field removal recommendations, section consolidation, and priority realignment to improve user experience and sales-data visibility.
- Optimized Box Ticket Sync workflows by standardizing ownership and status protocols and personally auditing and reassigning 500+ tickets to improve reporting accuracy.
- Designed standardized naming conventions for Box-GTM Hubs to centralize file storage, reduce dependency on individual knowledge holders, and improve team collaboration and searchability.
Oct 2022 — May 2025
Logistics · Budget · Asset Accountability
Senior Logistics Manager
Army Futures Command · Austin, Texas
- Implemented accountability controls, optimized distribution networks, and trained staff on supply chain procedures, correcting $2.5M in discrepancies.
- Conducted market research and budget analysis while overseeing a $125M annual budget, achieving $12M in annual savings.
- Managed procurement, maintenance, and operations for 25+ GSA fleet vehicles, improving cost efficiency and reducing maintenance downtime through vendor coordination.
- Managed and audited over $100M in accountable assets nationwide using SAP, AESIP, and DST platforms, improving tracking accuracy and reducing audit discrepancies.
Aug 2019 — Oct 2022
Division Logistics · Mission Support
Division Logistics Director
84th Engineer Battalion · Schofield Barracks, Hawaii
- Anticipated and fulfilled logistics requirements supporting 670 personnel across the Indo-Pacific Theater while meeting fiscal and operational deadlines.
- Mobilized and supported 600+ personnel and 250 pieces of equipment for international deployments through disciplined inventory and supply management.
- Served as the supply chain subject matter expert for mission planning, coordination, and partner training across more than a dozen missions in the Pacific region.
- Managed the Defense Travel System for 600+ accounts, strengthening funding accuracy and travel authorization controls for international mission support.
Jul 2016 — Aug 2019
Instruction · Curriculum · Evaluation
Instructor / Writer / Evaluator
244th Quartermaster Battalion · Fort Gregg-Adams, Virginia
- Delivered training on Army supply chain regulations, doctrine, and practices across 20+ classes, helping students master new concepts through structured and interactive instruction.
- Developed a standardized Program of Instruction covering Army supply chain requirements that served as testing curriculum for 20,000 students annually.
- Evaluated Army units worldwide for compliance with logistics and supply chain management policy, providing expert guidance and recommendations.
Nov 2011 — Jul 2016
Logistics · DoD Mission Support
Logistics Manager
264th Engineer Company · Fort Liberty, North Carolina
- Delivered logistics support for 45 worldwide high-priority missions tied to Department of Defense personnel recovery efforts.
- Supported disaster relief logistics operations by coordinating personnel movement and critical medical and food shipments into affected areas.
- Planned, scheduled, reviewed, and approved workload execution to meet output, quality, and delivery goals in a cost-effective manner.
// 04
Credentials & Qualifications
Clearance
Department of Defense Secret Clearance
Trusted to operate in controlled environments where accountability, precision, and mission discipline are essential.
Project Leadership
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Accumentum-linked PMP achievement reinforces structured planning, execution, stakeholder alignment, and measurable program delivery.
Systems & Operations
SAP / ERP, AESIP, DST, Salesforce
Experienced using enterprise systems and operational platforms to improve asset visibility, process integrity, reporting accuracy, and decision support.
Professional Development
Instructor, Resilience & Operational Training
Professional development includes Army Senior Instructor Badge, Common Faculty Development Instructor Course, Master Resilience Trainer Course, Battle Staff, and Contracting Officer Representative training.
// 05
Technical Skills
// Logistics & Supply Chain
Operational Execution
Logistics ManagementCore
Inventory ManagementAdvanced
Property AccountabilityAdvanced
Resource ManagementStrong
// Program & Project Delivery
Management Discipline
Project ManagementCore
Budget OversightAdvanced
Risk MitigationStrong
Vendor / Contract CoordinationStrong
// Systems & Process
Tools and Optimization
SAP / ERP SystemsCore
Process ImprovementAdvanced
Analytical Problem SolvingAdvanced
Salesforce Workflow OptimizationStrong
// Leadership & Training
People and Communication
Training & DevelopmentCore
LeadershipCore
Cross-Functional CollaborationAdvanced
Exceptional CommunicationStrong
// 06
Let’s Put Phenize To Work
Best aligned for senior logistics leadership, program and project management, warehouse and distribution oversight, supply chain optimization, procurement support, asset accountability, operational process improvement, and roles that require disciplined execution in defense, government, and high-performance commercial environments.
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/phenize-howell
Location: Georgetown, Texas
// 07
Education
Accumentum®
Project Management Professional (PMP)
LinkedIn reflects completion of PMP-related study through Accumentum, supporting Phenize’s transition into broader project and program leadership opportunities.
Johnson & Wales University
Associate’s Degree · Computer Science
Academic foundation in computer science complements extensive field experience across logistics systems, operational controls, and enterprise process environments.
Leadership Development
Basic, Advanced, Senior & Master Leaders Courses
Completed progressive military leadership development aligned to supervisory growth, operations management, organizational leadership, and strategic execution.
Professional Development
Instructional & Operational Credentials
Professional education includes Army Senior Instructor Badge, Common Faculty Development Instructor Course, Master Resilience Trainer Course, Battle Staff, and Contracting Officer Representative Course.
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