Christopher Parker
Jacksonville,NC
Summary
Organizational Logistics Specialist with 8 years of experience in project management in The United States Marine Corps, capable of multitasking multi-million dollar projects. Formally trained in data analysis and streamlining operations in order to increased processing functionality and optimizing business profitability with solutions-oriented problem-solving and effective employee training. Demonstrated success in working with vendors, customers and team members to meet tight schedule demands. Skilled at handling internal organization, inventory counts, resolving customer problems and working with suppliers to achieve objectives. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and organizational skills. Clear understanding of throughput and entry level through managerial training in Logistics. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the Logistics Industry
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Specialist
United States Marine Corps
Jacksonville, NC
12.2014 - Current
- Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules.
- Tracked supply, equipment and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels.
- Issued timely and accurate responses to both internal and external inquiries.
- Managed and tracked package transfers such as bills of landing, delivery receipts, packing lists and load tags.
- Coordinated with freight forwarder to provide vendor shipping details and obtain shipping updates.
- Provided customers with status updates for tracked packages.
- Collaborated with shipping department staff to facilitate smooth materials returns to correct vendors.
- Used in-house tracking system to schedule shipments of goods to customer warehouses.
- Worked with customers to integrate processes and correct issues.
- Oversaw every phase of supply chain, from purchase order to delivery to invoicing, targeting 100% end-user satisfaction.
- Researched issues and assessed inefficiencies within supply chain using Excel and PowerPoint to devise solutions and improve performance.
- Supported senior company leaders by delivering reports outlining performance to drive process improvements.
- Oversaw complex projects for senior leaders by ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
- Streamlined office operations using automation, oversaw client communications, managed record tracking and data communication activities.
- Maintained throughput systems on Beaches, Landing Zones, ports (air and sea), and terminals (rail, truck, and container).
- Conducted and supervised Landing Support training
Laborer
Mickey Parker Construction
Spanaway, WA
06.2012 - 11.2014
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Safely loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects.
- Observed site safety rules to maximize protections for team members and equipment.
- Read and understood orders to accurately measure, cut and lay out needed materials.
- Learned basic carpentry, painting for over 100 project sites.
- Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools.
- Used measuring tools such as gauges and tape measure to identify conforming parts during production.
- Managed loading and unloading of routine shipments, maintaining organized and secure materials to minimize damage.
- Maintained strong background in carpentry, painting and to assist over 100 construction projects.
Education
FORMAL SCHOOLING - FACILITATOR DEVELOPMENT
MARINE CORPS LOGISTICS OPERATIONS GROUP
TWENTYNINE PALMS, CA 9227701.2021
CERTIFICATE IN PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, AND MANAGMENT
SNCO ACADEMY, CORPORALS LEADERSHIP COURSE
CAMP JOHNSON, NC, 2854303.2017
CERTIFICATION - LOGISTICS
DOD SCHOOL OF LOGISTICS TRAINING
CAMP JOHNSON, NORTH CAROLINA, 2854307.2015
ENTRY LEVEL STUDENT - BASIC LEADERSHIP SKILLS
SCHOOL OF INFANTRY
CAMP PENDLETON, CA 03.2015
ENTRY LEVEL LEADERSHIP - BASIC TRAINING
MARINE CORPS RECRUIT DEPOT
San Diego, CA12.2014
High School Diploma -
BETHEL HIGH SCHOOL
SPANAWAY, WA06.2012
Skills
- Certified Safety Officer
- Technical Project Management
- Results Documentation
- Work Delegation and Tracking
- Technical Data Provisioning and Analysis
- Employee Training
- Capable of implementing new technologies
- Team Guidance and Management
- Oral Presentations
- Project Management
- Product Life-Cycle Logistics
- Shipment Coordination
- Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Office Tools effectively to develop internal tracking system, streaming shipping processes.
- Special recognition for coordinating and planning special events.
- Special recognition for performance during disaster relief in austere environment's.
- Special recognition for devoted selfless performance and exhibiting the highest degree of commitment.
- Special recognition for outstanding unit development.
Timeline
Logistics Specialist
United States Marine Corps
12.2014 - Current
Laborer
Mickey Parker Construction
06.2012 - 11.2014
FORMAL SCHOOLING - FACILITATOR DEVELOPMENT
MARINE CORPS LOGISTICS OPERATIONS GROUP
CERTIFICATE IN PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, AND MANAGMENT
SNCO ACADEMY, CORPORALS LEADERSHIP COURSE
CERTIFICATION - LOGISTICS
DOD SCHOOL OF LOGISTICS TRAINING
ENTRY LEVEL STUDENT - BASIC LEADERSHIP SKILLS
SCHOOL OF INFANTRY
ENTRY LEVEL LEADERSHIP - BASIC TRAINING
MARINE CORPS RECRUIT DEPOT
High School Diploma -
BETHEL HIGH SCHOOL
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