Christopher Bennett

Logistics Coordinator | Supervisor and Military Veteran with experience in logistics management, procurement, maintenance operations, and training. Proven track record for leading multi-dimensional teams in high-pressure, high-tempo environments, producing deliverables on schedule and within required parameters. Able to prioritize, delegate tasks, and make sound decisions quickly while maintaining focus on the task to effectively implement program goals.

Demonstrated ability to assimilate new ideas, concepts, methods, and technologies. Created plans by adapting technology and best practices that aligned with the scope and vision of the organization to promote schedule, budget, and task completion.

Logistics Coordinator | Supervisor - United States Navy - Various Locations

(2015-01 - 2022-12)

• Monitored inventory stocking areas, adjusted volumes, and storage requirements to drive production activity, entering information into the database system and updating status reports
• Oversaw the management and procurement of inventory items valued at $1.5M, analyzed physical stock counts, and investigated discrepancies to verify inventory calculations
• Loaded, unloaded, moved, and sorted materials, inspected incoming materials for damage, ensuring a streamlined flow to locations with zero safety incidents
• Logged, processed, and followed up on merchandise authorizations in database management systems, and maintained paperwork, ensuring accurate information is documented for client shipments
• Led 2 personnel in the management, acquisition, receipt inspection, and inventory of all items, valued at over $350K; conducted over 50 spot checks and 3 full inventories, maintaining 100% validity
• Led and trained 5 personnel on receipt processing, inspection, and storage procedures of over 850 provision line items valued at $1M, resulting in a 99% inventory validity rate
• Reviewed and verified the quantities received against bills of contracts, purchase requests, and shipping documents; traced incoming and outgoing records utilizing the supply and maintenance data management system

Vendor Managed Inventory Specialist - Vendor Managed Inventory Specialist

(2023-01 - 2026-12)

• Worked closely with vendors to source products, produce quotes, and expedite orders to meet production deadlines and fulfill operational requirements
• Oversaw the management and procurement of customer inventory items valued at $800,000
• Coordinated with the financial team to implement key strategies in budgeting, purchasing, forecasting, demand planning, and cost savings to maintain operational requirements
• Implemented processes to improve efficiency across procurement and warehouse facilities
• Driven product expansion through sales and incremental growth opportunities
• Engage with customer contacts to ensure solution retention and satisfaction
• Maintain 6S standards across all solution equipment and areas