Chris Cooper
Inventory & Logistics Lead @Dolphin Drilling
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WORK HISTORY
Inventory & Logistics Lead @Dolphin Drilling
Accomplished Materials Coordinator and Logistics Specialist with extensive offshore and onshore experience spanning regions such as Ivory Coast, Liberia, Nigeria, South Korea, the UK, Colombia, Mozambique, Spain (Las Palmas and Tenerife), and South Africa. Proven track record in reducing operational costs through strategic forward planning, meticulous equipment tracking, and ensuring timely deliveries to minimize downtime. Currently serving as Logistics and Inventory Team Lead, reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, overseeing company inventory across all locations and managing relationships with outsourced providers.• Inventory and Material Analysis: Monitor and perform comprehensive inventory and material analysis to ensure optimal stock levels and identify potential discrepancies.• Process Oversight: Ensure storekeepers and warehouse personnel adhere to mandatory processes, including cycle counts, obsolescence reports, and min/max reviews, while also managing project-oriented tasks.• Audit Participation: Assist in the preparation for and actively participate in audits of rig inventory control, ensuring compliance with established procedures and policies.• Logistics Coordination: Oversee the warehouse and logistics functions on behalf of the Supply Chain team, maintaining strong relationships with logistics support providers to ensure seamless operations.• Material Coordination: Coordinate all material activities related to operational, project, warehousing, and logistics from the home base and assigned international locations, ensuring timely availability of parts and adherence to budgetary constraints.• Project Material Coordinator – Oil rig Shipyard OperationsI oversee the efficient management and coordination of materials throughout the lifecycle of rig projects. My role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure timely availability, compliance, and cost-effectiveness of materials.
EDUCATION
North East Scotland College
SVQ, Carpentary & Joinery
SKILLS
ABOUT CHRIS COOPER
Accomplished Materials Coordinator and Logistics Specialist with on and offshore and onshore experience across diverse regions, including Ivory Coast, Liberia, Nigeria, South Korea, the UK, Colombia, Mozambique, Spain (Las Palmas and Tenerife), and South Africa. Demonstrated expertise in reducing operational costs through strategic forward planning, meticulous equipment tracking, and ensuring timely deliveries to minimize downtime. In recent roles, served as Inventory and Logistics Lead onshore, acting as the primary liaison for offshore materials managers and coordinating logistics to ensure parts availability and adherence to budgetary constraints.Key SkillsInventory Management: Proficient in overseeing daily inventory operations, conducting regular audits, and implementing control procedures to maintain data integrity and optimize stock levels.Logistics Coordination: Skilled in planning and executing logistics strategies, including transportation, warehousing, and distribution, to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of materials.Cost Reduction Strategies: Experienced in identifying and implementing cost-saving measures through efficient resource allocation and process optimization.Team Leadership: Adept at leading and motivating cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.Supplier and Stakeholder Communication: Effective in managing relationships with suppliers and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues.Regulatory Compliance: Knowledgeable in adhering to industry regulations and standards, ensuring compliance in all logistics and inventory operations.Software Proficiency: Experienced with inventory management software and ERP systems, including SAP and IFS.
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