James Christian

Experience

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  Christie's

  Aug 2000 - Jun 2006

  Accounts Payable Manager

  Directed team of five, processing invoices and expense reports, and issuing 1099’s annually.Established efficient workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve the overall effectiveness of operations.

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  CDM Resource Management LLC

  Jul 2006 - Apr 2018

  Conducted monthly inspections of employee trucks and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for safety compliance and held staff accountable for completing quarterly safety trainings.Developed inventory control processes and directed logistics functions for multi-million dollar projects.Managed a staff of 11+ employees and maintained a high retention rate of company personnel by organizing team building activities, engaging in employee development, and establishing a positive work environment.Pioneered operational support with a coverage areas spanning TX, LA, and CO, servicing 58 stockrooms containing $7.5 Million in inventory, and managing a team of Purchasing Coordinators, Inventory Coordinators, and Warehousemen that were responsible for purchasing and inventory relate tasks daily. Show less Developed and implemented supply chain processes and participated in the testing of purchase order software with the IT department, which enabled us to roll out a highly efficient purchasing/inventory program. Identified operation inefficiencies and maximized resources to streamline operations.Oversaw project teams, implemented action plans, and performed other project management duties to ensure successful completion of projects within specified timeframes. Traveled across the country to assist with company-wide inventory counts and worked with the Fleet Manager to recognize code identifiers for inventory items, and execute full inventory counts three times a year. Show less

  • Purchasing Manager / Supervisor- Gulf Coast Region | Compressor and Compressor Engine parts

    Jan 2014 - Apr 2018

  • Inventory Coordinator / Specialist- Compressor and Compressor Engine parts

    Jan 2009 - Jan 2014

  • Accounts Payable Manager

    Jul 2006 - Jan 2009
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  USA Compression Partners, LLC

  Apr 2018 - Apr 2020

  Materials Supervisor- Gulf Coast Region S.La. | Compressor and Compressor Engine parts

  Demonstrated account management and effective communication by collaborating with the A/P department to resolve outstanding invoices, and contacting vendors to discuss business needs, and price adjustments.Displayed negotiating and sales skills by helping broker a supplier contract with a vendor that resulted in a 24% discount off the initial listing price for spare parts purchases and saved the company $100k.Exhibited employee development skills by conducting annual staff performance reviews, administering plans for corrective action, and managing employees to ensure they meet performance goals. Identified $750k+ in excess inventory and coordinated logistics to move to the centrally located warehouse. Show less

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  Waukesha-Pearce Industries (WPI)

  Aug 2020 - Jan 2024

  Parts Support Manager- Engine Division | Generator, Engine and Compressor parts

  Led team that processed 30 customer orders/ 300 lines daily, which resulted in 50 outgoing express mail shipments and $200K in invoices processed daily.Guided team to maintain successful completion of warehouse responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies.Administered the recruitment process for warehouse personnel, interviewing 50+ candidates and selecting top 10 based on performance metrics; trained new hires on inventory management systems, reducing picking errors by 25%.Conducted performance reviews, set goals and objectives for team members, and relayed feedback on their progress.Administered employee disciplinary actions in accordance with company policy.Guided technical support and customer service to end users, minimizing service interruptions.Liaised with Inventory Analysts to coordinate major inventory moves, and Reorder Point reviews.Achieved financial objectives by analyzing variances and recording adjustments accordingly.Completed periodic cycle counts and annual inventory counts, maintaining less than 1% variance.Coordinated inventory counts at regional branches across the U.S. and Canada, maintaining less than 1% variance.Ensured the purchase of approved items from specified sources.Reduced operating costs by sourcing an alternative pallet supplier, resulting in $60K in savings.Promoted and adhered to all safety related policies, which produced 0.00 TRIR in the warehouse.Controlled labor costs by managing overtime and PTO, reducing unplanned absences, and increasing operational efficiency.Monitored team performance metrics to identify trends and areas of improvement.Performed activities of workers supervised, when necessary.Coordinated with other departments to resolve backlogs and service issues.Executed special projects as assigned, including the stockroom reorganization, and relocation of branches. Show less

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  Open to Work

  Jan 2024 - now

  Supply Chain Professional