Chris Gillett
Frazier Park,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable Inventory Manager/Buyer 2 bringing solid experience in negotiations with suppliers, managing inventory inventory levels, and working within budgets. 9 years of aerospace experience working with deadlines in a fast paced production environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Manager
ASC Process Systems
VALENCIA, CA
10.2021 - Current
- Executed scheduled inventory cycle counts and made necessary adjustments to inventory records.
- Analyzed stock levels and processes to predict inventory problems and formulate solutions.
- Retained optimal inventory levels to prevent disruptions in business operations.
- Organized and cleaned backroom and equipment to improve operations.
- Coached employees on inventory management activities, identifying quality candidates for advancement opportunities.
- Implemented on-the-job training activities to cross-train employees on various tasks.
- Implemented and planned warehouse safety and security programs and activities.
- Created inventory manual with all processes and procedures for expedited training and documentation. This was an improvement for ISO9000 certification.
Buyer 2
ASC Process Systems
VALENCIA, CA
01.2017 - 10.2021
- Maintained supplier relationships to improve lead time, cost and quality.
- Worked with suppliers to expedite open purchase orders and shipments in-transit.
- Negotiated with suppliers to obtain lowest unit cost.
- Requested pricing quotes from suppliers to determine best source of supply.
- Liaised with accounting and vendors to minimize and clear up invoice discrepancies.
- Researched competitors and sourced new vendors.
- Assessed trends and inventory usage to provide maximum product coverage for different time frames.
- Analyzed and completed supplier performance reviews, addressing corrective actions.
- Examined, selected and purchased merchandise consistent with specification requirements.
- Collaborated with company managers regarding product pricing, promotions and markdowns.
Inventory Clerk
ASC Process Systems
VALENCIA, CA
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Tracked inventory and conducted cycle counts to maintain accurate records.
- Identified obsolete parts and made arrangements for removal from inventory.
- Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels.
- Entered information into system to update status reports.
- Monitored stocking areas to adjust volumes and storage requirements driven by production activity.
- Identified unproductive inventory for disposition, optimizing stock productivity.
- Handled the disposal of hazardous waste materials and coordinated the pickup of the hazardous materials.
- Picked, prepared, and delivered parts for production using drawings and bill of materials.
Cashier
Ralphs Grocery
Valencia, California
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Handled customer complaints and concerns and escalated to direct supervisor for quick resolution.
- Checked ID for age-restricted items to prevent sales of alcohol or tobacco products to ineligible customers.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Education
High School Diploma -
Valencia High School
Valencia06.2003
Skills
- Inventory Control
- Supplier Relations
- Vendor Sourcing
- Price Negotiation
- Maintaining Product Levels
- Inventory Counts
- Decision Making and Problem-Solving
- Team Leadership
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Inventory Management
- Time Management
- Forklift Operation
- OSHA Safety Procedures
- Data Entry
Accomplishments
- Participated in ISO certification audits. No negative findings in my department with positive feedback from auditors.
- In 5 years with purchasing I successfully negotiated over $175,000.00 in savings on purchase orders. Also, I was able to produce an additional $120,000.00 of annual savings by outsourcing parts from new suppliers and new manufactures.
Timeline
Inventory Manager
ASC Process Systems
10.2021 - Current
Buyer 2
ASC Process Systems
01.2017 - 10.2021
Inventory Clerk
ASC Process Systems
01.2014 - 12.2015
Cashier
Ralphs Grocery
01.2012 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Valencia High School
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