Stephen Thompson Email & Phone Number

Taunton, Ma

As a Land Acquisition Specialist I support the Operations Department in all aspects of securing build-able land by possessing a high competency in the areas of land evaluation, residential home building, problem solving, verbal/written communication, and organization.

Florida | Caribbean

Examine and report on vessels and other marine structures during and after construction ensuring compliance with American Bureau of Shipping, as well as meeting associated statutory and special service requirements related to Safety of Life at Sea, Loadline, Tonnage, Cargo Gear, and Pollution Prevention certification. Emphasis on safety and quality management initiatives.

Quincy, Ma

Key member of a team supporting American Overseas Marine with primary accountability for the procurement of parts and services for vessels to develop solutions that allowed AOM to carry out high-stakes national security missions. Responsible for analyzing, organizing, planning and administering the provisioning of supplies and services for 14 government contracted US Navy vessels. ✓ Solicited and evaluated quotes from vendors. Negotiated, advised on, awarded, and/or terminated contracts… Show more Key member of a team supporting American Overseas Marine with primary accountability for the procurement of parts and services for vessels to develop solutions that allowed AOM to carry out high-stakes national security missions. Responsible for analyzing, organizing, planning and administering the provisioning of supplies and services for 14 government contracted US Navy vessels. ✓ Solicited and evaluated quotes from vendors. Negotiated, advised on, awarded, and/or terminated contracts for the procurement of supplies and services. Developed effective logistical plans to enhance the distribution of goods and supplies. ✓ Worked closely with Port Engineers and Program Managers to assess maintenance requirements of each vessel based on deployment schedule and operational status. Worked with Chief Engineers to ensure all material met Naval and OEM specifications.✓ Competitively bid and negotiated all contracts following Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs) in a government-approved purchasing system. Identified, prioritized and assessed key logistics assets and infrastructures.✓ Developed and fostered vendor bases around the world to ensure quick and competent responses to logistical requirements. ✓ Monitored contract performance. Quickly resolved quality and accounting issues. ✓ Analyzed contractual documents, technical data, customer usage data, customer maintenance practices, operational characteristics and related reports for assigned contracts to determine provisioning or maintenance/repair requirements. ✓ Assisted in developing improved policies/procedures and guidelines to maximize quality and minimize costs. ✓ Consistently achieved and/or exceeded departmental goals and objectives in support of mission critical operational functions. Show less

Worked on diverse vessels including tankers, cargo ships, and military vessels. Responsible for the coordination and planning of all aspects of underway replenishments, vertical replenishments, cargo movements, and ordnance movements between our vessel and customers. Managed a staff of 12 direct reports and 60 crew staff. Maintained a secret security clearance.✓ Worked aboard vessels including USNS Cesar Chavez (T-AKE 14) 02/13-07/13; USNS Robert E. Peary (T-AKE 5) 02/12-02/13; USNS… Show more Worked on diverse vessels including tankers, cargo ships, and military vessels. Responsible for the coordination and planning of all aspects of underway replenishments, vertical replenishments, cargo movements, and ordnance movements between our vessel and customers. Managed a staff of 12 direct reports and 60 crew staff. Maintained a secret security clearance.✓ Worked aboard vessels including USNS Cesar Chavez (T-AKE 14) 02/13-07/13; USNS Robert E. Peary (T-AKE 5) 02/12-02/13; USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE 10) 06/11-12/11; and USNS Carl Brashear (T-AKE 7) 12/10-03/11.Supply Chain/Logistics/Inventory Control▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬✓ Responsible for receipt, delivery, and accountability of ammunition for the vessel and her customers, especially Category 1 and Category 2 ordnance. Placed replenishment orders for food, fuel, and ammunition.✓ Assigned as Person in Charge of Cargo Fuel Transfers. Ensured fuel oil quality control standards were met in accordance with NSTM. ✓ Oversaw the management of the fuel testing lab, responsible for maintaining stable condition of the vessel with respect to hog, sag, trim, list, load line, free surface effects, and stability, maintain ships oil record book, ballast water management program, and Cargo Max (shipboard stability program). Ensured compliance with Safety Management System.✓ Complied with all off load and on load plans for the on/off loading of cargo, fuel, and ordnance. Fueling plans included maximum and minimum loading rates and times, valve line up, tank sequence, firefighting procedures, and communication procedures. ✓ Ensured cargo was distributed according to the plan, blocked and braced properly, marked and secured for sea. Personnel assignments including UNREP bills, VERTREP bills, fueling bills, cargo hold assignments, driver assignments, and slinger assignments.***continued below Show less

Other Leadership & Staff Management ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬✓ Command Duty Officer in charge of Shipboard Reaction Force. ✓ Training Officer responsible for conducting employee training and maintained training records.✓ Afloat Environmental Protection Coordinator.Awards▬▬▬🌠 United States Merchant Marine Medal for Outstanding Achievement.🌠 Award for Afloat Civilian Personnel.🌠 On the Spot Award: 01/2010 - Indonesia Relief Work.🌠 Special Act or Service… Show more Other Leadership & Staff Management ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬✓ Command Duty Officer in charge of Shipboard Reaction Force. ✓ Training Officer responsible for conducting employee training and maintained training records.✓ Afloat Environmental Protection Coordinator.Awards▬▬▬🌠 United States Merchant Marine Medal for Outstanding Achievement.🌠 Award for Afloat Civilian Personnel.🌠 On the Spot Award: 01/2010 - Indonesia Relief Work.🌠 Special Act or Service Award: 10/2012 and 03/2011 - Exemplary performance as Acting First Officer Cargo.🌠 On the Spot Award: 07/2011 - Quick response to a medical emergency.🌠 Special Act or Service Award: 11/2011 - Exemplary performance as Acting First Officer Cargo.🌠 Time Off Award for Special Act or Service: 06/2012 - Exemplary performance in planning an orchestrating a safe on-load. Show less

Worked aboard vessels including USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196) 03/10-10/10; USNS Richard E Byrd (T-AKE 4) 09/09-01/10; USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3) 10/08-04/09; USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3) 03/08-05/08; USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) 11/07-01/08; and USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) 09/07-11/07.Supply Chain/Logistics/Inventory Control▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬✓ Responsible for the operational readiness of all rig crews, underway replenishment gear, all running and standing gear, and the stowage and condition… Show more Worked aboard vessels including USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196) 03/10-10/10; USNS Richard E Byrd (T-AKE 4) 09/09-01/10; USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3) 10/08-04/09; USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3) 03/08-05/08; USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) 11/07-01/08; and USNS Arctic (T-AOE 8) 09/07-11/07.Supply Chain/Logistics/Inventory Control▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬✓ Responsible for the operational readiness of all rig crews, underway replenishment gear, all running and standing gear, and the stowage and condition of the cargo holds.✓ Ship’s Store Inventory Officer. ✓ Worked with assistant cargo mate on such areas as: Retail Ordnance Logistics Management System Administrator, Ammunition Management Accountability Review.Other Leadership & Staff Management▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ✓ Provided training to all watch personnel on bridge in safe navigational practices.✓ Afloat Environmental Protection Coordinator. Show less