Sean Kirkland

Experience

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  Applied minds

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2008

  Model Builder

  At Applied Minds, I measured, built and assembled components to be used in a large-scale, forced perspective model. I used tools such as a laser cutter, CNC machine and various standard woodshop tools.

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  TouchTable AB

  Aug 2008 - Jan 2015

  Operations Manager

  • Planned and launched a Customer Support process, including a customer portal, help desk and license distribution system.• Procured material for electronics manufacturing and IT projects.• Managed contracts with over 70 customer accounts concurrently.• Worked with product managers and software engineers to define goals and plan road maps to ensure customer needs are met.• Directed all post-sale customer interactions, including installation, training, data collection and support.• Oversaw the restructuring of the primary warehouse and manufacturing space.• Connected over 100 instances of TouchShareGIS for the US Army Show less

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  Tech-Gaming

  May 2009 - Jan 2014

  Writer/Podcast Producer

  • Wrote reviews, previews and features on AAA and mid-tier core games.• Produced and hosted over 40 episodes of the Tech-Gaming Podcast• Recruited new talent to expand the reviews staff• Fostered interaction with readers through comments, forums social media and subreddits

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  Two Bit Circus

  Apr 2015 - Apr 2016

  Purchasing Operations Manager

  • Procured tools and supplies for all projects across multiple business types.• Negotiated and managed service and material contracts.• Researched and procured custom electronics.• Reconciled a $3M overall operating budget and $800k event budget for STEAM Carnival 2015• Maintained a company purchase log.• Negotiated manufacturing contracts with overseas suppliers

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  Long Beach Transit

  Nov 2016 - May 2019

  Buyer

  • Buy parts and services for a fleet of over 200 coaches.• Track and analyze parts usage to spot trends and prevent stock-outs.• Develops and manages RFPs, RFQs, RFIs and IFBs for parts and services.• Audits internally for potential FTA findings.• Procures and manages service contracts.