John S Chambers
Homewood,IL
Summary
Dynamic supply chain professional with a proven track record at the Illinois Department of Corrections, excelling in procurement and stock control. Enhanced workplace safety and streamlined operations, achieving faster order fulfillment. Skilled in Excel and adept at managing high-stress situations, ensuring exceptional service delivery and team collaboration.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Supervisor I
Illinois Department Of Corrections
12.2021 - Current
- Implement safety protocols, resulting in reduced workplace accidents and increased employee satisfaction.
- Oversee purchasing activities, ensuring timely procurement of materials to meet production demands.
- Enable faster order fulfillment times by streamlining receiving processes.
- Conducts regular inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and prevent stockouts or overstocking situations.
- Prepare reports showing month end sales for all stores and submit data to the business administer and business manager.
- Manage high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Collaborate with team members to develop best practices for consistent customer service delivery.
Corrections Officer
Illinois Department of Corrections
09.1994 - 12.2021
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors, and public to maintain security within facility.
- Under the direction of the reception and classification lieutenant, responsible for the daily operations of the offender funds area. Taking inventory of funds and personal possessions of individuals in custody and forwarding it to the business office.
- Take inventory of personal property to be mailed home, property that will be retained and completed the property inventory form for each individual in custody.
- Order all supplies for the Northern Reception Center, preparing and submitting UPS forms, money vouchers, address labels and other necessary forms that indivuals in custody must sign.
Banquet Manager
Holiday Inn Hotel
06.1987 - 09.1994
- Managed a staff of 30 - responsible for the day to day operations for front desk staff, restaurant staff, and sanitation.
- Responsible for the upkeep and standards of hotel, ensuring guest satisfaction and excellent customer service.
- Oversaw the deliveries and maintained the inventory of for the restaurant supplies including liquor, food supplies, and other commodities.
- Delegated tasks to staff members to maximize production under tight deadlines.
- Enhanced banquet operations by streamlining communication between kitchen and service staff.
- Increased guest satisfaction by anticipating needs and providing exceptional service during events.
- Directed and managed the setup and waitstaff for events, working the Banquet Manager to ensure facilities were setup according to customer contracts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Alcorn University
Lorman, Mississippi05-1994
Skills
- Warehouse operations
- Procurement expertise
- Supply chain optimization
- Stock control
- Working knowledge of Excel, FACTS, and SAP
Timeline
Supply Supervisor I
Illinois Department Of Corrections
12.2021 - Current
Corrections Officer
Illinois Department of Corrections
09.1994 - 12.2021
Banquet Manager
Holiday Inn Hotel
06.1987 - 09.1994
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Alcorn University
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