CHRIS COLLUM
Gig Harbor
Summary
Hard working, team player looking for long term employment. With over 15 years of purchasing, warehousing, customs compliance, inventory control, customer service and transportation logistics. Meticulous team player focused on developing and implementing process controls and quality improvement initiatives that reduce costs and increase company revenue. Reliable and dedicated leader seeking to leverage strong background into a buyer, planner, or supply chain role with progressive organization.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Branch Leader
BDI Incorporated
Tacoma, WA
04.2023 - Current
- Led branch operations, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to enhance customer service delivery.
- Mentored staff, fostering professional growth and team collaboration.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for branch expansion and improvement.
- Led branch operations, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
- Established strong relationships with clients to foster trust, loyalty, and long-term business partnerships.
- Enhanced branch performance by implementing effective sales strategies and staff training programs.
- Consulted customers to boost product sales and services.
Supply Chain Manager
COEUR ALASKA - KENSINGTON MINE
Juneau, Alaska
07.2013 - 05.2021
- Administered day-to-day business activities, meeting internal and external customer needs
- Established and maintained strong, personalized relationships with vendors
- Conducted inventory analysis for warehouse utilization and manufacturing coordination
- Reviewed and updated supply chain practices in accordance with new or changing environmental policies, standards or regulations
- Researched prices on materials and services to find more cost-effective solutions
- Assisted with research for negotiating prices and terms with suppliers, vendors and freight companies
- Gathered, analyzed and presented financial and operational data for management review
- Boosted KPIs and continuous improvement strategies to enhance logistical operations and meet supply chain needs
- Supported company's business strategy by developing and managing global supply base contributing to growth
- Oversaw 17-member team focused on material planning, purchasing, receiving, trucking, fuel and barging
- Wrote recommendations for exceptional employees
- Reduced inventory by 33% ($12MM-$8.2MM) through development and implementation of an inventory optimizer system built in excel and improved accounting methodologies
Supply Chain Manager
MYSTERY CREEK RESOURCES – Nixon Fork Mine
McGrath, Alaska - Vancouver, BC
06.2011 - 11.2013
- Implemented clear and effective planning strategies to meet supply chain needs, meet demand and optimize distribution
- Enhanced supply chain processes, strengthening planning procedures, organize schedules and maintain accurate records
- Procurement, logistics and recordkeeping to facilitate and enhance company operations Motivated team members to accomplish distribution performance goals and achieve inventory objectives Conducted vendor monitoring and supply chain management activities in compliance with internal logistics standards
- Determined inventory goals, product stock and risk management objectives and oversaw techniques to maximize inventory
- Kept production at peak levels, resolved shortages and optimized inventory to meet customer demands
- Fostered relationships with suppliers to develop purchasing agreements with logistics customers and reduce risks
- Saved money by negotiating cost-effective supplier purchases
- Oversaw distribution network by supervising purchasing, product orders, logistic details, customer care, quality of goods produces, compliance and warehouse inventory tracking
- Kept production quality, compliance and transportation consistent and in accordance with operational specifications
- Oversaw 7-member team focused on materials planning, purchasing, receiving and logistics, fly in/out camp
- Aligned financial plans with operational targets and strategic goals to deliver optimal customer, profit and production results
Logistics
REDFERN RESOURCES - TULSEQUAH CHIEF MINE
Vancouver, BC
08.2008 - 08.2011
- Relayed information between drivers and recipients regarding ETA and potential delays
- Audited and approved weekly invoices for customer accounts to facilitate accurate billing
- Logged, processed and followed up on merchandise shipments in databases
- Prepared customs paperwork for shipments up the Taku River to Tulsequah Chief port
- Developed organizational filing systems for invoices, customer orders and contract records
- Load, unload, move and sort materials for delivery to correct locations
- Checked items into computer system, printed labels and directed to storage locations
- Print, pick and pack items for shipment according to schedules
- Worked with vendors to obtain optimal prices and delivery schedules
- Obtained and coordinated materials required to meet contract objectives
- 2010 & 2011 worked for the bankruptcy attorneys to sell off assets
Flow Station Material Coordinator
ASCI
Prudhoe Bay, Alaska
11.2005 - 08.2008
- Collaborated with project managers to assess schedules and materials requirements to support operational needs
- Coordinated documentation for materials, seals and billing paperwork
- Prepared materials specifications in line with current standards and client-specific requests
Purchasing Supervisor
ASCI - STATE OF ALASKA DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION
Juneau, AK
04.2003 - 10.2005
- Sourced new vendors for purchasing needs
- Obtained quotes from various suppliers to determine most cost-effective purchasing options
- Cultivated new vendor relationships using dynamic communication and negotiation skills
- Selected and negotiated contracts with supply vendors to obtain top-notch pricing on materials and items
- Evaluated staff performance against expectations
- Led department meetings to build team cohesiveness and coordinate projects
Food Assistant Manager
FRED MEYERS
Juneau, AK
11.1998 - 03.2003
- Oversaw ordering of all grocery departments to ensure limited stock outs
- Provided training and support for all Food Department Managers
- Maintained operations in full compliance with alcohol service standards and legal requirements to prevent incidents of underage drinking
- Reduced food waste by overseeing and planning ingredients, anticipated customers and popularity of items
- Consistently maintained elevated levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services
Grocery 3rd PIC
FRED MEYERS
Juneau, AK
09.1997 - 11.1998
- Supervised 50+ grocery employees from all Food Departments
- Stocked and faced shelves
- Cleaned and stocked coolers, freezers and made sure all departments were following corporate guidelines
- Wrote schedules to make sure we had coverage in all areas of the grocery department
- Held daily meetings to ensure the staff and each department knew the plan and goals for each day
Dairy Manager
FRED MEYERS
Juneau, AK
11.1996 - 09.1997
- Ordered dairy products
- Stocked and faced shelves
- Cleaned and stocked coolers with weekly shipments
- Back up cashier
Frozen Foods Manager
FRED MEYERS
Juneau, AK
01.1995 - 11.1996
- Ordered frozen food products
- Stocked and faced shelves
- Cleaned and stocked freezer with weekly shipments
- Back up cashier
Merchandising Supervisor
Northern Sales Co
Juneau, AK
05.1990 - 12.1994
- Supervised 9 merchandisers who serviced multiple 5 grocery stores and 7 convenient stores.
- Scheduled trucks and deliveries to ensure there were enough products represented in each location
- Hired, fired, training and scheduled staff
- Worked to increase efficiency production and decrease costs across the board
Pizza Maker, Delivery Driver & Swing Manager
Pizza Experience
Fife, WA
09.1988 - 08.1989
- Prepped and stocked required ingredients
- Delivered Pizza
- Closing night supervisor of 6 employees
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish daily sales goals and address issues when needed
Shoe Salesman
Footlocker
Juneau, AK
03.1986 - 05.1988
- Customer service, sell shoes
- Stocked warehouse with new shoes
- Set displays and hung apparel
- Cashier
Pizza maker
Shakey’s Pizza
Juneau, AK
01.1986 - 11.1986
- Created Pizzas and fried Mojo potatoes
- Prepped and stocked required ingredients
- Cashier
Produce Clerk
Super Bear
Juneau, AK
11.1984 - 12.1985
- Stocked Cooler with weekly shipments
- Trimmed and prepped produce to replenish the floor displays
- Nightly closer, covered, pulled and cleaned racks for the opening the next morning
- Dumped several heavy garbage cans nightly
Paper Boy
Juneau Empire
Juneau, AK
06.1979 - 08.1984
- Counted, inserted in plastic and prepped newspapers for delivery
- Collected money from the customers
- Worked on increasing customer base by building relationships with neighbors, always being on time and always offering other services (mowing, shoveling snow or anything someone might need help with)
- Delivered up to 53 newspapers Sunday thru Friday after school
Education
High School Diploma -
Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA01-1990
Diploma - undefined
Juneau-Douglas High School
01-1988
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Willingness to learn
- Integrity
- Leadership
- Decision-making
- Communication
- Multitasking
- Supervision
- Relationship building
- Flexible
- Friendly
- Training & Development
- Teamwork
- Work ethic
- Time management
- Problem resolution
- Reliable and trustworthy
Timeline
Branch Leader
BDI Incorporated
04.2023 - Current
Supply Chain Manager
COEUR ALASKA - KENSINGTON MINE
07.2013 - 05.2021
Supply Chain Manager
MYSTERY CREEK RESOURCES – Nixon Fork Mine
06.2011 - 11.2013
Logistics
REDFERN RESOURCES - TULSEQUAH CHIEF MINE
08.2008 - 08.2011
Flow Station Material Coordinator
ASCI
11.2005 - 08.2008
Purchasing Supervisor
ASCI - STATE OF ALASKA DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION
04.2003 - 10.2005
Food Assistant Manager
FRED MEYERS
11.1998 - 03.2003
Grocery 3rd PIC
FRED MEYERS
09.1997 - 11.1998
Dairy Manager
FRED MEYERS
11.1996 - 09.1997
Frozen Foods Manager
FRED MEYERS
01.1995 - 11.1996
Merchandising Supervisor
Northern Sales Co
05.1990 - 12.1994
Pizza Maker, Delivery Driver & Swing Manager
Pizza Experience
09.1988 - 08.1989
Shoe Salesman
Footlocker
03.1986 - 05.1988
Pizza maker
Shakey’s Pizza
01.1986 - 11.1986
Produce Clerk
Super Bear
11.1984 - 12.1985
Paper Boy
Juneau Empire
06.1979 - 08.1984
Diploma - undefined
Juneau-Douglas High School
High School Diploma -
Columbia Basin College