Operations, Supply Chain Management, Demand Planning & Forecast Analys
Resume:
CHRIS
ATKINS
*****************@*****.***
Poway, CA 92064
Experienced supply chain and operations professional with 18 years of expertise in demand planning, forecast analysis, S&OP, and procurement. Proficient in utilizing ERP systems including SAP, Oracle, and NetSuite. Demonstrated success in optimizing processes and enhancing legacy systems across diverse industries such as golf, automotive aftermarket, and consumer electronics.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Technical Skills:
Strategic Skills:
SKILLS
ERP Implementation &
Management: SAP, Oracle,
NetSuite, Infor M3
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BI & Data Visualization: Tableau,
Microsoft BI, Oracle BI, IBM
Cognos
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Advanced in Microsoft Excel
functions & formulas
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Forecasting Software: Demand
Works/Smoothie, Demand
Solutions
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• Global Supply Chain Optimization
Strategic Supplier Relationship
Management
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• Demand Planning & Forecasting
• Global Sourcing Strategy
• S&OP Process Leadership
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL • 12/2002
Bachelor of Arts: Visual Design
EDUCATION
APICS, CSCP Certification Course
CERTIFICATIONS
Blue Tees Golf - Sr Operations Manager
Remote • 01/2024 - 10/2024
Sony Electronics - Sr Business Planner
San Diego, CA • 02/2023 - 12/2023
Baja Designs - Purchasing Manager
San Marcos, CA • 05/2021 - 10/2022
WORK HISTORY
Spearheaded the development and execution of operational strategies, optimizing business processes across D2C, B2B, and international sales channels, resulting in increased efficiency and scalability.
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Designed and implemented advanced tools and processes to modernize legacy systems, driving significant improvements in order fulfillment and supply chain operations.
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Analyzed sell-through and inventory data to proactively prevent stockouts, ensuring optimal stock levels, and seamless alignment of supply with demand.
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Managed end-to-end order fulfillment across multiple sales channels, contributing to strategic growth, and enhancing customer satisfaction.
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Led and mentored a team of three, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to achieve key business objectives.
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Oversaw demand planning and forecast analysis for the Latin American TV market, covering 10 countries and multiple distribution channels, ensuring accurate and data-driven decision-making.
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Led monthly S&OP meetings, collaborating with cross-functional teams to address forecast accuracy, supply constraints, and demand fluctuations.
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Managed production flows with Sony's supplier in Mexico, ensuring efficient demand allocation and adapting to production variances to meet market needs.
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Managed a team of three buyers, supporting a manufacturing operation with 20% domestic and 80% Mexico-based production, driving $48M in annual revenue.
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Sound United - Sr Supply Chain Analyst
Vista, CA • 10/2018 - 05/2021
Thyssenkrupp Bilstein Of America - Demand Planner
Poway • 04/2017 - 05/2018
Zodiac Pool Systems - Planner/Buyer
Vista, CA • 04/2016 - 01/2017
Acushnet Company, Titleist - Planner/Buyer
Carlsbad, CA • 01/2005 - 04/2016
Reduced a $10M order backlog caused by supply constraints by onboarding three overseas vendors, achieving a 15% reduction in margin impact.
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Spearheaded the implementation of a monthly S&OP process, aligning Sales and Operations, resulting in a 20% reduction in stockouts and a 13% increase in complete order shipment efficiency.
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Managed a portfolio of 300+ SKUs across seven sales channels, including eCommerce, direct-to-consumer, service providers, and mass brick-and-mortar retailers.
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Led demand planning, forecast analysis, and monthly S&OP KPI reporting to drive data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency.
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Conducted sales forecast analysis, comparing constrained and unconstrained forecasts, and tracked month-over-month forecast changes to identify trends and opportunities.
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Oversaw all planning, scheduling, and forecasting activities for customers and products, serving as the key integration point for sales, logistics, supply chain, and Bilstein's finished goods plants.
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Led and enhanced the S&OP process, coordinating with key plants in Ohio, Germany, and Mexico to streamline operations and improve collaboration.
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Revamped inventory management in the local distribution center by transitioning from a min/max system to a Days of Supply (DoS) strategy, increasing inventory turns for high-demand products from 3 to 7 annually.
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Led the procurement of finished goods and spare parts from Asian markets, ensuring efficient supply chain operations and inventory management.
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Acted as a key liaison in the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, communicating supply constraints and forecast adjustments based on insights from Sales, Marketing, and the forecasting team.
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Analyzed historical data related to procurement patterns in order to anticipate future needs.
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Held progressive roles in supply chain management, encompassing scheduling, supply analysis, and procurement planning for Titleist Golf Gear.
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Promoted to Planner/Buyer, where I led supply chain planning and custom manufacturing scheduling, driving efficiency and operational improvements.
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Contributed as a core team member in the successful global implementation of the Infor M3 ERP system, overseeing testing, analysis, and configuration for supply chain planning and execution.
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