Christopher W. Allen
Ontario,CA
Summary
Seek to work in an environment that will challenge me further, while allowing me to contribute to the continued growth and success of the organization. My immediate goal is to move into a position that will provide me the ability to apply my talents and work experience to a growing industry. Look forward to working with a team that promotes quality products while providing me with the opportunity to meet and exceed assigned goals. With my almost 20 years of experience in Plasma. Forward-thinking Project Specialist with extensive knowledge of Plasma Operations. Known for success in center support and leading employees to complete tasks. Dedicated to efficient conflict resolution and excellent services.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Specialist Central Business Unit
Grifols Biomat USA
Los Angeles, CA
03.2016 - Current
- Handled scheduling of new center openings and staff to complete project within required timeframes.
- Compiled daily field report, detailing all key activities and outlining project progress for stakeholders.
- Conducted walk-throughs with center staff prior to project close, completing punchlists and answering all questions.
- Worked closely with center teams to create and maintain marketing materials for sales presentations and client meetings.
- Developed consumer-tailored print marketing materials for targeted distribution.
- Set up, completed and tracked surveys for local, regional and national campaigns.
- Sourced vendors for services such as video production and materials to complete marketing objectives for Donor Connect and Employee Connect.
- Identified, analyzed and interpreted trends or patterns in Social Media data sets by finding correlations and visualizing with charts.
- Presented reports to centers and teammates regarding project progress and results.
- Drove team success through shared vision and recognition of quality performance.
- Headed project teams specializing in design and launch activities.
Specialty Product Programs Manager
Grifols Biomat USA
Los Angeles, CA
07.2017 - 02.2020
- Pitched and built new Specialty Program strategies and one-off feature shows to boost collection interests and diversify offerings.
- Monitored progress of programs, using and applying programming documents, program directives and other program material.
- Directed 65 locations simultaneous Tetanus, Hepatitis B, Rabies and Anti-D collections to boost business Specialty collections.
- Verified that design, operation and IT systems complied with applicable regulations FDA/EMA.
Center Manager
Grifols Biomat USA
Los Angeles/Orange, CA
05.2011 - 06.2016
- Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Organized budgets, oversaw P&Ls and achieved margin targets consistently to stay on track with growth plans.
- Directed work of Plasma teams to deliver exceptional client experiences.
- Directed daily operations at busy Donor Center both Normal Source and Specialty Plasma collections.
- Directed work of operational teams to deliver exceptional client experiences.
Corporate Data Manager
Grifols Biomat USA
Los Angeles
04.2004 - 05.2011
- Reviewed source documents and listings to compile resources for identifying and correcting data allocation issues.
- Identified and resolved data-handling errors and hardware conflicts to maintain organizational IMS infrastructure.
- Lent qualitative analytical support to lead data analysis testing policy.
- Liaised between data management and IT support personnel to communicate ongoing system maintenance and new software development.
- Partnered with subject matter experts in continuous improvement process, upgraded data quality and recommended innovative information management strategies.
Operations Supervisor
Grifols Biomat USA
Orange, CA
09.2002 - 04.2004
- Motivated and trained employees to maximize team productivity.
- Enhanced operational performance and reduced labor expenses by developing and optimizing standard practices.
- Monitored supply chain and managed Plasma Shipments.
- Processed inbound and outbound iRBC's with high accuracy by directing associate teams and managing inventory processes.
Microbiology Technician, Laboratory Processing, Medical Lab Technician
Scripps Hospital Clinical Laboratory
Los Alamitos, CA
08.1997 - 08.2002
- Recorded, analyzed and interpreted data.
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Conducted analytical tests on in-coming raw materials prior to use in process.
- Maintained consumables and glassware inventory by receiving and inventorying incoming shipments.
- Prepared, processed, labeled and stored patient specimens and samples using standard techniques and equipment.
- Utilized sophisticated laboratory equipment to inspect specimens for bacteria, parasites and other microorganisms.
Hospital Corpsman Third Class
United States Navy
San Diego, CA
08.1993 - 08.1997
- Administered medical care for range of conditions and basic health concerns.
- Provided emergency medical care and conducted physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
- Filled prescriptions and maintained pharmacy stock.
- Assisted Physical therapy for Marines in returning to full duty, cutting downtime and expenses.
- Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
- Maintained treatment records and reports and cared for shipboard injured and sick sailors.
- Stabilized serious and critical patients for transport to medical facilities with advanced care teams.
- Prioritized medical procedures based on severity of concern and available resources.
- Kept up with continuing education requirements to maintain certification.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH03.2019
High School Diploma -
Fullerton Union High School
Fullerton, CA06.1992
Skills
- Employee Motivation
- Program Optimization
- Administrative Management
- Focus and Follow-Through
- Goal Setting
- Decision Making
- Team Leadership
- Originality and Creativity
- Department Oversight
Accomplishments
- Achieved Specialty collection reporting by introducing HART Report for Specialty collection tasks. Reducing 64 reporting methods into 1 daily, weekly and monthly report.
- Collaborated with team 3 in the development of Donor Connect and Employee Connect programs. Achieved center digital media platform by implementing and working with third party customer with accuracy and efficiency. Thus giving the CBU immediate communications to Donors and Staff during the Covid pandemic.
Affiliations
USS Constellation CV, Camp Pendleton
Balboa Naval Hospital General Surgery
Timeline
Specialty Product Programs Manager
Grifols Biomat USA
07.2017 - 02.2020
Project Specialist Central Business Unit
Grifols Biomat USA
03.2016 - Current
Center Manager
Grifols Biomat USA
05.2011 - 06.2016
Corporate Data Manager
Grifols Biomat USA
04.2004 - 05.2011
Operations Supervisor
Grifols Biomat USA
09.2002 - 04.2004
Microbiology Technician, Laboratory Processing, Medical Lab Technician
Scripps Hospital Clinical Laboratory
08.1997 - 08.2002
Hospital Corpsman Third Class
United States Navy
08.1993 - 08.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Management
Southern New Hampshire University
High School Diploma -
Fullerton Union High School