Christopher Williams
Frederick,MD
Summary
Senior-level Supply Chain and Operations leader with extensive experience in creating strategies and leading execution of all global supply chain activities, including procurement, manufacturing and distribution management. Manages and leads cross-functional teams to drive product supply and productivity improvements. Leads risk mitigation, while driving supply chain strategies for end-to-end pipeline management and supply planning. Skilled in negotiation and strategic decision making, perfected by 10 years of experience in leading organizational business units.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Global Demand Leader
W.R. Grace
03.2021 - Current
- Align Market demand to business and marketing strategy globally
- Facilitate regional and global demand reviews each month
- LRP and AOP execution
- Implement SAP IBP.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
- Increased team productivity by streamlining communication and implementing effective project management strategies.
- Managed budgets and resources, ensuring optimal allocation towards achieving organizational objectives.
- Collaborated with team to identify sales trends and implemented initiatives to enhance revenue.
- Analyzed data trends to inform decision making processes, leading to more informed choices for future actions.
Director Global Supply Chain Strategy
Versant Health
12.2019 - 02.2021
- Designed and implemented 3rd party supply chain operations
- Negotiated contract reducing $18MM in costs.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
Global Supply Chain Manager
DuPont
01.2014 - 08.2019
- Manage global supply and logistic networks to align with business strategy and best in class KPI
- Develop Global Integration resource plans
- Lead global ERP conversion (Supply Chain)
- Manage, hire, train and transition ECP business supply chain team
- Lead Global S&OP
- CSL Metric increase 10% to best in class target
- Slashed Aged Inventory by 5% vs previous year- $30MM reduction
- Working Capital improvement YOY- $20MM.
- Reduced lead times for key products through optimizing sourcing, transportation, and inventory management.
- Evaluated new technologies to determine their potential benefits for enhancing overall supply chain efficiency.
- Developed and executed global supply chain strategies that boosted production readiness, stock availability, and product quality.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing cycle times, eliminating bottlenecks, and increasing overall process efficiency.
- Spearheaded successful negotiations of long-term contracts with suppliers ensuring stable pricing structures and reliable deliveries.
- Improved global supply chain efficiency by implementing data-driven strategies and streamlining processes.
- Mentored junior team members and facilitated their growth within the company by providing guidance on best practices in supply chain management.
- Led cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing overall operational efficiency within the organization''s global supply chain network.
Global/ North American Demand Manager
DuPont
11.2016 - 12.2017
- Drive the Integration of business strategy, customer strategy and market conditions to deliver best in class business results through cross functional collaboration
- Statistical forecast implementation- 30% increase in forecast accuracy
- Lead Executive Demand Review.
North American Demand Planner
DuPont
06.2016 - 11.2016
- Developed business critical demand plans through communications and shared responsibility with market segment, sales territory, or sales channel leaders.
Sourcing, and Logistics Consultant
DuPont
09.2015 - 06.2016
- Consult on Category strategy from RFP to Implementation
- Led year end raw material inventory drawdown and payable push resulting in $2MM WC reduction
- Developed, implemented, and maintained a file which enhanced the ability to record and present raw material savings and impact to the bottom line
- Led a collaboration effort between a raw material supplier and a third-party company to define and implement a process to add Materials for use safely and efficiently in finish product production
- Led a team project to assess idol assets and repurpose.
Education
MBA, Innovation, and New Venture Management -
Clarkson University
Potsdam, NY12.2013
Bachelor of Science, Economics -
Saint Lawrence University
Canton, NY12.2012
Skills
- Motivating Teams
- Influencing Others
- Continuous improvements
- Coaching abilities
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Procurement strategy
- Materials Management
- Demand forecasting
- Sourcing and Negotiation
- Inventory analysis
- Supplier negotiation
- Logistics Planning
Accomplishments
- Leo Marquez Award
- (2) Air Force Achievement Medals
Timeline
Global Demand Leader
W.R. Grace
03.2021 - Current
Director Global Supply Chain Strategy
Versant Health
12.2019 - 02.2021
Global/ North American Demand Manager
DuPont
11.2016 - 12.2017
North American Demand Planner
DuPont
06.2016 - 11.2016
Sourcing, and Logistics Consultant
DuPont
09.2015 - 06.2016
Global Supply Chain Manager
DuPont
01.2014 - 08.2019
MBA, Innovation, and New Venture Management -
Clarkson University
Bachelor of Science, Economics -
Saint Lawrence University
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