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John DeWitt

Fairbanks

Summary

Material Coordinator with proven track record in enhancing productivity and ensuring efficient task execution. Expertise in inventory management, procurement, and logistics coordination. Strong skills in time management and problem-solving contribute to seamless operations and successful project outcomes.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Coordinator

Brice Incorporated
Fairbanks
09.2020 - Current
  • Coordinated material requests and inventory levels for efficient operations.
  • Assisted in tracking shipments and delivery schedules for timely arrivals.
  • Communicated with suppliers to ensure materials met quality standards.
  • Collaborated with departments to streamline material flow and reduce delays.
  • Maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
  • Received and inspected incoming materials, ensuring accuracy of order.
  • Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely.

Parts Procurement Specialist

Fairbanks North Star Borough
Fairbanks
03.2020 - 08.2020
  • Managed procurement of automotive parts to ensure timely availability.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate pricing and delivery terms.
  • Developed and maintained accurate inventory records for parts management.
  • Implemented procurement processes to enhance efficiency in supply chain operations.
  • Resolved discrepancies in orders by communicating with vendors and logistics teams.
  • Assisted in resolving discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders.
  • Established partnerships with suppliers to facilitate the sourcing of hard-to-find components.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies regarding parts procurement procedures.

Material Coordinator

Arctic Slope Regional Corporation
Fairbanks
03.2012 - 04.2020
  • Received and inspected incoming materials, ensuring accuracy of order.
  • Monitored inventory levels and reordered materials as necessary.
  • Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely.
  • Verified quantity and quality of received items against supplier invoices.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading of trucks when needed.
  • Coordinated with suppliers on delivery schedules and pricing agreements.55
  • Coordinated the return of defective or excess materials to suppliers for refund or replacement.
  • Created labels and barcodes for new products entering the warehouse.

Professional Firefighter

City Of Kotzebue
Kotzebue
09.2005 - 05.2011
  • Responded to emergency calls and assessed fire conditions on-site.
  • Operated firefighting equipment and ensured proper maintenance procedures.
  • Maintained readiness of firefighting apparatus and performed routine checks.
  • Participated in public outreach programs to promote fire safety awareness.
  • Operated pumps and aerial ladders during emergency operations.
  • Trained new firefighters on procedures for responding to different types of emergencies.
  • Responded to emergency calls and provided medical aid to injured persons.
  • Controlled, extinguished, and prevented fires from spreading using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Procurement processes
  • Shipment tracking
  • Supply chain logistics
  • Effective communication
  • Warehouse operations
  • Shipment preparation

Affiliations

  • fishing
  • hiking
  • process firewood

Timeline

Material Coordinator

Brice Incorporated
09.2020 - Current

Parts Procurement Specialist

Fairbanks North Star Borough
03.2020 - 08.2020

Material Coordinator

Arctic Slope Regional Corporation
03.2012 - 04.2020

Professional Firefighter

City Of Kotzebue
09.2005 - 05.2011

Some College (No Degree) -

University of Alaska Fairbanks