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Ric Cohen

@riccohen

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Senior Project Manager delivering $100M+ portfolios in high-risk defense and logistics environments.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to lead end-to-end project and operations delivery where I can manage $100M+ portfolios, drive KPI dashboards and BI improvements, strengthen stakeholder alignment, and mitigate operational risk in challenging environments.

I’m a results-driven Senior Project Manager and Operations Executive with 30+ years delivering complex, high-value projects across defense, construction, logistics, and international consulting. I’ve managed $100M+ portfolios in high-risk environments, including active conflict zones, and I bring a Six Sigma Black Belt skill set to supply chain optimization, cross-functional leadership, and stakeholder management.

In my current role, I led end-to-end procurement and sales operations and designed a business intelligence data management system that streamlined operations by 20%, improving decision-making accuracy. Previously, as COO and Project Manager for a multinational DoD contractor, I spearheaded $100M+ construction efforts (including the Mazar-e-Sharif Airport development), led major contract portfolios, and managed safety and security risk mitigation in Taliban-controlled areas while maintaining compliance, communication, and on-time delivery.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Director of Operations

Current

Ikonn Consultants

Sep 2015 - Present (10 years 6 months)

Led end-to-end procurement and sales operations across GCC and Middle East markets for transportation, construction equipment, medical supplies, and pharmaceuticals. Designed and deployed a business intelligence data management system that streamlined operations by 20% and built executive KPI dashboards used by 30+ senior leaders.

Procurement Operations Sales Operations Business Intelligence KPIs Supply Chain Management Change Management Dispute Resolution Stakeholder Management Data Analytics ERP Systems

Lease Operator / Pumper

Occidental Petroleum

Jun 2019 - Nov 2019 (5 months)

Managed night operations for an oil field lease, including compressor restarts, pump maintenance, tank management, and well optimization. Ensured correct function of test and production separators and coordinated with VAC truck teams for efficient fluid management.

Oil Field Compressor Restart Operations Tank Management Well Optimization Production Test Separators VAC Truck Coordination Oil Field Math

COO / Project Manager

Azimuth Logistics

Aug 2011 - Sep 2016 (5 years 1 month)

Served as COO of a multinational DoD contractor providing construction, transportation, procurement, and security services to U.S. Military, ISAF (NATO), and Afghan government agencies. Spearheaded $100M+ construction projects, achieved $50M in new business in the first 6 months, and managed $15M IT, $40M ISAF/U.S. military, and $35M security/equipment supply contracts while coordinating COR and f

DoD Service Contracts Construction Project Management Business Development Risk Mitigation Security Operations Stakeholder Management Supply Chain

Military Contractor Project Manager

U.S. Marine Corps

Jul 1984 - Sep 2016 (32 years 2 months)

Provided private security consulting and logistics coordination in active conflict zones, including delivering EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) training programs to Afghan National Police and Armed Forces. Provisioned armored vehicles, ammunition, and tactical equipment and reported security and military project outcomes across multiple theaters of operation.

Security Consulting Logistics Coordination EOD Tactical Equipment Provisioning Risk Assessment Military Reporting Field Operations