Stuart Jones
About Stuart Jones
Stuart Jones serves as the Director of the OSD Market at LMI, where he oversees significant contracts and manages extensive inventories. He has a robust background in supply chain management and has supported various federal agencies throughout his career.
Current Role at LMI
Stuart Jones currently serves as the Director of the OSD Market at LMI, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he provides cross-service line support for policy development, planning, resource management, and program evaluation for the OSD Submarket. He oversees the delivery and execution of various programs, projects, and tasks, focusing on strategic growth within the organization. His leadership is instrumental in aligning LMI's objectives with client needs and enhancing operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at LMI
Prior to his current role, Stuart Jones worked at LMI as the Director of Supply Chain Management from 2015 to 2021. During this tenure, he managed contracts with annual revenues exceeding $70 million and inventories valued at over $450 million. He also served as a Program Manager/Research Fellow from 2010 to 2015. His experience at LMI has equipped him with extensive knowledge in supply chain management and federal contracting.
Education and Academic Background
Stuart Jones holds an MBA in Supply Chain Management from the University of Florida, where he studied from 1996 to 1998. He also earned a BA in Political Science from The George Washington University, studying from 1982 to 1984. Additionally, he completed a Master of Strategic Studies at the U.S. Army War College in 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in supply chain management and strategic planning.
Military and Government Experience
Stuart Jones has a significant background in military and government service. He served as a Supply Corps Captain in the U.S. Navy for 25 years, from 1985 to 2010. Following his military career, he worked as an Executive Officer at the Defense Logistics Agency from 2008 to 2010. He has directly supported various federal agencies, including the U.S. State Department, U.S. Postal Service, and U.S. Border Patrol, demonstrating his commitment to enhancing supply chain resiliency and risk mitigation.
Leadership and Team Management
In his various roles, Stuart Jones has led teams as large as 500 people. His leadership focuses on enhancing supply chain resiliency and risk mitigation. He oversees complex operations and ensures that teams are aligned with organizational goals. His ability to manage large teams effectively contributes to the successful execution of projects and initiatives within the organizations he has served.