James Garner

Experience

1. Inventory Control Coordinator

   Autumn Harp

   Mar 2025 — Present · Essex Junction, VT, US

   At Autumn Harp, operational excellence begins with smart purchasing and accurate inventory control. As an Inventory Control Coordinator, my primary focus is procurement—sourcing and purchasing parts, tools, and materials from trusted vendors and OEMs to keep our operations running smoothly and cost-effectively. Key responsibilities include:Leading procurement efforts: sourcing, obtaining quotes, and placing orders with suppliers.Coordinating shipments and ensuring timely delivery of critical items.Maintaining accurate stock levels and detailed inventory records using our CMMS system.Performing quality checks and discarding items that don’t meet company standards.Researching parts and product specifications to ensure the right items are ordered.Comparing pricing, availability, and vendor reliability to optimize purchasing decisions.Inventory control is about more than tracking items—it\'s about enabling efficiency, reducing downtime, and supporting every team with the right resources at the right time.

Education

• Champlain College

  Bachelor of Science (BS)

  2007 — 2012

• Champlain College

  Graduate Certificate in Advanced Management

  2012 — 2014

• Champlain College

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

  2012 — 2015

Skills

• Leadership
• Recruiting
• Supply Chain
• Inventory Management
• Inventory Control
• Aerospace
• Materials Management
• Academic Advising
• Supply Chain Management
• Accounts Receivable
• Time Management
• Microsoft Office
• Public Speaking
• Decision Making
• Management
• Microsoft Excel
• Event Planning
• Writing
• Datatel
• Procurement
• Nonprofits
• Purchasing
• Critical Thinking
• Aviation
• Customer Service
• Logistics
• Customer Satisfaction
• Negotiation
• Aircraft
• Higher Education