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Curtis Hopcus

Lawton,Oklahoma

Summary

Experienced supply chain professional in the energy sector with a strong background in inventory management, vendor coordination, and process improvement . Proven ability to optimize operations, reduce costs, and manage risk. Skilled in setting up new warehouses and laydown yard facilities. Excellent problem-solving and project management skills, with a focus on building strong vendor relationships and ensuring compliance.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Coordinator

OU Health - Oklahoma Children’s Hospital
04.2025 - Current

I support and optimize the daily flow of critical medical supplies throughout the facility. I ensure clinical teams have timely access to the materials necessary for patient care by maintaining accurate inventory levels, upholding regulatory standards, and streamlining distribution processes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the receipt, staging, delivery, and distribution of general, medical, and surgical supplies across multiple hospital departments.

• Managing Point-of-Use (POU) inventory by restocking items with precision, validating on-hand quantities, monitoring utilization trends, and replenishing high-demand products to prevent stockouts.

• Ordering medical and surgical supplies daily to support patient volume, maintain appropriate par levels, and address urgent requests from clinical teams.

• Conducting routine expiration audits at all supply locations, ensuring all products meet regulatory requirements and promptly removing or replacing expired items according to hospital policy.

• Performing detailed crash cart inspections to verify correct item configuration, maintain compliance with life-safety standards, and ensure readiness for emergency clinical use.

• Collaborating with clinical staff, supply chain leadership, and inventory control teams to communicate supply needs, resolve discrepancies, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Lead Material Coordinator (Manager)

American Electric Power, AEP
11.2021 - 04.2025

Served as the Lead Material Coordinator for AEP’s Lawton Regional Laydown Yard, managing all materials procurement, inventory, and logistics for major transmission construction projects across Southwestern Oklahoma. Directed the full lifecycle of supply chain operations — from vendor sourcing and material acquisition to storage, distribution, and project delivery — ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in every phase. Recognized for advancing process improvements, optimizing inventory levels, and driving collaboration between internal teams and external suppliers to support large-scale utility initiatives.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Created detailed reports on material usage, assisting management in making informed decisions about resource allocation.
  • Oversaw comprehensive material coordination and inventory management across multiple concurrent transmission projects, aligning logistics with tight construction timelines.
  • Managed procurement activities by sourcing, evaluating, and negotiating with vendors to secure high‑quality materials and services at competitive costs.
  • Supervised the receiving, issuing, and distribution of materials to field crews and contractors, ensuring alignment with project schedules and operational priorities.
  • Coordinated end‑to‑end material flow, facilitating seamless communication and efficiency between suppliers, internal departments, and field operations.
  • Optimized inventory control processes to reduce waste, eliminate supply gaps, and maintain continuous support for ongoing construction projects.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive policies and procedures that improved accuracy, accountability, and overall warehouse performance.
  • Partnered closely with vendors to ensure on‑time, accurate deliveries in compliance with materials specifications and project standards.
  • Identified and executed cost‑saving strategies that decreased material expenses and enhanced overall logistical performance.

Supply Chain Coordinator

BJ Energy Services
08.2018 - 11.2021

Served as a key contributor to the logistics and material management operations supporting large-scale hydraulic fracturing projects across multiple sites. Oversaw procurement, inventory control, and distribution processes to ensure uninterrupted field operations and on-time project execution. Recognized for implementing proactive supply chain strategies that improved efficiency, strengthened vendor partnerships, and reduced overall operational costs.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Coordinated end-to-end material planning, procurement, and delivery to remote and active project sites, ensuring seamless operational flow and schedule adherence.
  • Built and maintained strong supplier relationships to improve lead times, strengthen performance reliability, and meet critical project deadlines.
  • Conducted comprehensive inventory audits and reconciliations to optimize stock levels, minimize downtime, and support continuous field readiness.
  • Designed and implemented process improvements that streamlined purchasing, receiving, and warehouse workflows, resulting in measurable gains in accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated closely with operations, logistics, and procurement teams to identify and proactively resolve potential supply disruptions.
  • Executed targeted cost-control initiatives and warehouse optimization strategies that enhanced material visibility and reduced total supply chain expenditures.

Bail Bondsman (Owner/Operator)

Affordable Bail Bonds of Lawton
03.2011 - 08.2018

Founded, built, and led one of the largest and most successful bail bond companies in Oklahoma, scaling operations statewide within the first year. Oversaw all aspects of business development, operations, finance, and client relations, writing and managing more than $22.5 million in bail bonds while maintaining strict regulatory compliance and exceptional client service. Recognized for establishing industry-leading operational practices that were later adopted by competitors throughout the state.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

  • Grew the company into the 2nd largest bonding operation in Oklahoma in under one year through targeted growth strategies and customer-focused service delivery.
  • Wrote and managed a cumulative $22.5 million in bonds, overseeing high-risk accounts and ensuring flawless compliance with state laws and court regulations.
  • Recruited, trained, and led a high-performing team providing 24/7 client support across multiple Oklahoma counties.
  • Designed and implemented new documentation standards, risk assessment tools, and procedural workflows that increased efficiency and set new operational benchmarks within the industry.
  • Built trusted relationships with attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and court officials to enhance collaboration and streamline case processing.
  • Optimized financial management practices, improving cash flow, reducing liability exposure, and increasing overall profitability.
  • Positioned the business as a regional market leader known for reliability, compliance, and client satisfaction.

Education

Associate In Science - Business

Cameron University
Lawton, OK
05-2013

Skills

    Inventory Control & Optimization

    Warehouse & Yard Operations

    Stock Auditing & Cycle Counting

    Forecasting

    ERP & Inventory Management Software (eg, SAP, MAXIMO, IBM COGNOS):

    Supply Chain Coordination

    Logistics Planning & Execution

    Freight & Transportation Management

    Route Optimization

    Shipping & Receiving

    Supplier Negotiation & Relationship Management

    Purchase Order Management

    Strategic Sourcing

    Contract Management

    Cost Reduction Strategies:

    Risk Management & Mitigation

    Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, DOT, etc)

    Process Standardization & Policy Development

    Quality Assurance & Control

    Inventory Tracking Systems (RFID, Barcoding, Zebra)

    Data Analytics & Reporting

    Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Data Analysis)

    Team Supervision & Training

    Cross-Functional Collaboration

    Problem-Solving & Decision-Making

    Project Management

Timeline

Material Coordinator

OU Health - Oklahoma Children’s Hospital
04.2025 - Current

Lead Material Coordinator (Manager)

American Electric Power, AEP
11.2021 - 04.2025

Supply Chain Coordinator

BJ Energy Services
08.2018 - 11.2021

Bail Bondsman (Owner/Operator)

Affordable Bail Bonds of Lawton
03.2011 - 08.2018

Associate In Science - Business

Cameron University