“Chris is a very dedicated and effcient purchasing manager. Chris has ability and knowledge how to make things happen. He is great at multi tasking . Chris can manage several projects, new sources, inventory control using best purchasing practices. Chris is extremly fair and works closley with his sources to solve problems and create cost saving's.”
Christopher Thames, CPP
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
1K followers
500+ connections
1K followers
500+ connections
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Results-driven procurement and supply chain leader with over 15 years of experience…
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Strong partnerships are the DNA of our success. 🧬✨ From our humble beginnings in wool to becoming a global leader in chemistry, our tightly woven…
Strong partnerships are the DNA of our success. 🧬✨ From our humble beginnings in wool to becoming a global leader in chemistry, our tightly woven…
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Promoting employee well-being is an integral part of building a positive and productive workplace. On the occasion of International Yoga Day, GCC…
Promoting employee well-being is an integral part of building a positive and productive workplace. On the occasion of International Yoga Day, GCC…
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Our Chairman, Sri Prakash Lohia, with the Hon'ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, during the Indian Diaspora event in Jakarta…
Our Chairman, Sri Prakash Lohia, with the Hon'ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, during the Indian Diaspora event in Jakarta…
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Capella University
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BS Management and Leadership:
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5i Category Management | 5i Supplier Relationship Management | 5i Negotiation
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Global Supply Chain
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McKinsey Connected Leaders Academy- Black Management Accelerator
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Honors & Awards
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Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)
American Purchasing Society Inc
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US NAVY Achievement Medal (5)
US NAVY
The Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces, including members of Reserve components on active or inactive duty, of the grade of lieutenant commander/major and below. The award shall be presented for meritorious service or achievement in combat or non-combat circumstances based on sustained performance or specific achievement of a superlative nature, and shall be of such merit as to warrant more recognition
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