Christopher Parks
Temecula,CA
Summary
Senior manager and outstanding performer in innovation, management and planning. Proven success in leadership, operational excellence and organizational development with keen understanding of elements of logistical business. Recognized for inspiring management team members to excel and encouraging creative work environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Ammunition Supply Chief
United States Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton North, CA
07.2020 - Current
- Supervised personnel and offered extensive mentoring and training assistance.
- Trained personnel on safe ammunition handling to prevent injuries and accidents.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Trained team personnel on ammunition operations to optimize deployment and maintenance activities.
- Leveraged quality control and stock management knowledge to improve operations within a regimental command.
- Used Total Ammunition Management Information System (TAMIS) to manage inventory of materials, including ammunition supply stock.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results in order to forecast ammunition allowances accurately.
Ammunition Supply Manager
United States Marine Corps
Goose Creek, United States
06.2017 - 07.2020
- Oversaw freight preparation to keep all regulations and client requirements satisfied
- Provided training and mentor-ship to subordinate staff to gauge preparedness in executing ammunition load plans
- Developed ammunition shipment and receiving plans for export to appropriate personnel and departments by coordination, planning and execution
- Created documents of load plans, cargo cleanliness inspections and transportation processes
- Managed assembly of containers and crates used to transport ammunition for maritime preposition
Military Recruiter
United States Marine Corps Recruiting Command
Houston, TX
06.2013 - 05.2017
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes
- Screened all applicants based on qualifications and background to meet and exceed rigorous standards
- Developed targeted strategies to locate and onboard specific candidate types, meeting short- and long-term business objectives
- Maintained relationships with technical professionals to gain industry knowledge and obtain referrals
- Reviewed job applications to identify, vet and recommend optimal candidates
- Followed up with notable applicants sourced via pipelines, events and job fairs
- Developed and deepened relationships with college campus representatives to establish recruitment pipeline
- Maintained thorough understanding and knowledge of current hiring practices, recruitment strategies, and staffing industry trends
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems
- Successfully recruited over 50 quality applicants for the United States Marine Corps
Leadership Academy Instructor
United States Marine Corps
Jacksonville, NC
06.2009 - 06.2013
- Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students interested, including debates, practical activities and experiments.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Instructed Marine Non-Commissioned Officers in leadership principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Implemented different technologies such as Powerpoint to engage students in class instruction and diversify approaches.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Implemented socratic methods and personal application techniques to engage students, increasing classroom collaboration in Non-Commissioned Officer subject area.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing physical training activities centered around leadership and teamwork.
Ammunition Supply Chief
United States Marine Corps
Sneads Ferry, NC
06.2007 - 06.2009
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Oversaw logistics and inventory management for ammunition assets.
- Developed forecasts for unit level training requiring ammunition.
- Ordered and transported ammunition from the supply points to various locations.
- Maintained proper certification and licenses for the handling and transportation of explosive material.
- Trained subordinates in the proper care and handling of explosive material.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
American Military University
Online05.2020
Skills
- Preparation for ammunition movement
- Task Prioritization
- Verbal and written communication
- Conflict resolution
- Training development
- Presentations and public speaking
Hobbies
- Woodworking using traditional methods
- Brazilian Jujitsu
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 18 in a high tempo environment while in support of ammunition operations for the Marine Corps School of Infantry West.
- Collaborated with team of 8 in the development of social media marketing within the Houston Marine Corps Recruiting Command.
Timeline
Ammunition Supply Chief
United States Marine Corps
07.2020 - Current
Ammunition Supply Manager
United States Marine Corps
06.2017 - 07.2020
Military Recruiter
United States Marine Corps Recruiting Command
06.2013 - 05.2017
Leadership Academy Instructor
United States Marine Corps
06.2009 - 06.2013
Ammunition Supply Chief
United States Marine Corps
06.2007 - 06.2009
BBA - Business Administration
American Military University
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