Derek Cooksey
Pekin,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented and solutions-driven professional with over 5 years of progressive experience in customer service, fitness training, and supply chain operations within the healthcare and fitness industries. Demonstrated expertise in leading teams, managing inventory, streamlining logistics, and ensuring operational efficiency in high-demand environments. Recognized for exceptional organizational skills, leadership, and commitment to excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Supply Chain Coordinator
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
Peoria, IL
11.2022 - Current
- Analyze supply chain data to pinpoint areas for efficiency enhancements.
- Direct inventory control and supply distribution for Central Supply unit, ensuring access to critical medical materials.
- Serve as primary liaison among departments, resolving supply issues, backorders, and substitutions efficiently.
- Process conversions of medical items, track specialty orders, and ensure accuracy in inventory reporting.
- Develop reports on production, inventory, shipping, and distribution processes through comprehensive data analysis.
- Participate n cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities within supply chain processes.
- Monitored freight forwarding activities by evaluating carrier performance metrics for transit times and delivery accuracy.
Supply Chain Materialist Specialist
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
Peoria, IL
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Managed daily distribution of medical supplies to key departments, maintaining adequate stock levels to support patient care.
- Maintained critical inventory, including Blue Alert Cart supplies, ensuring immediate availability during emergencies.
- Coordinated with supply chain leadership to streamline workflows and support data accuracy in order tracking systems.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance workflow.
Assistant Manager
Planet Fitness
Pekin, IL
10.2019 - 02.2022
- Oversaw day-to-day operations, including staff scheduling, front desk supervision, membership transactions, and facility upkeep.
- Led a high-performing team that consistently ranked in the top 4 of 80+ franchise locations, recognized for excellence in cleanliness, member engagement, and operations.
- Reconciled cash drawers, managed inventory logs, and handled escalated member concerns with professionalism and empathy.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote membership growth and retention initiatives.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring adequate supplies for gym operations.
Assistant Trainer
Planet Fitness
Pekin, IL
08.2018 - 02.2022
- Delivered the PE@PF program, coaching members through tailored fitness plans while reinforcing safe equipment usage and form.
- Supported the Head Trainer in class instruction and one-on-one consultations to promote member progress and retention.
- Maintained detailed training log for trainers to track sessions and improve success rate.
- Responded promptly to questions or concerns raised by participants during classes or workshops.
Member Services Representative
Planet Fitness
Pekin, IL
06.2018 - 10.2019
- Served as a first point of contact for members and prospective clients, offering tours, resolving account issues, and supporting onboarding.
- Maintained the facility’s appearance and ensured front-desk operations ran smoothly during high-traffic hours.
- Fostered member satisfaction through personalized service and clear communication.
- Provided excellent customer service to members and guests by responding promptly to inquiries and resolving any complaints or issues.
Education
General Studies
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL05-2020
General Studies
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL05-2017
Skills
- Data analysis
- Inventory management
- Supply chain optimization
- Order tracking systems
- Logistics coordination
- Vendor relationship management
- Customer service
- Effective communication
Affiliations
- Pickle ball
Timeline
Supply Chain Coordinator
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
Supply Chain Materialist Specialist
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
03.2022 - 11.2022
Assistant Manager
Planet Fitness
10.2019 - 02.2022
Assistant Trainer
Planet Fitness
08.2018 - 02.2022
Member Services Representative
Planet Fitness
06.2018 - 10.2019
General Studies
Illinois Central College
General Studies
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville