Charles Sanders is an experienced manager with over 30 years of experience, 18 of which were spent as a manager. He has a strong background in inventory control management, financial management, and developing standard operating procedures. His most recent roles include Office Manager for Cousins Tackle Corporation, where he improved efficiency and reduced inventory times, and Manager of Inventory Control for Hanger Clinics, where he maintained inventory accuracy and developed training programs. He holds a B.S. in Accounting from California State University, Long Beach.
Experienced Inventory Manager and Accounting Professional
1. CHARLES SANDERS
1053 W. 2nd St., Santa Ana, CA 92703 (562) 677-4500 sandman111958@verizon.net
A versatile individual with over 30 years of experience, with 18 years spent as a Manager. Exceptional
organizational skills combined with expertise in inventory systems, cost analysis and product knowledge.
Outstanding strategist distinguished for proven leadership and ability to implement processes that
improve efficiency. Accomplished in financial management with keen ability to identify, build, and
maintain business relationships.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Inventory Control Management ● Control Measures ● Accounts Payable ● SOPs
Material Utilization ● Reporting ● Purchasing ● Leadership ● Exceptional Communicator ● Problem Solver
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
COUSINS TACKLE CORPORATION,Huntington Beach, CA (2014-2016). A small startup manufacturer of
high end fishing rods, lures, and skirts.
Title: OfficeManager,Dec 2014 – Jan 2016
Responsibilities:
Oversee day to day operations of the Finance, HR, Purchasing, and Inventory Departments.
Develop, implement, and monitor compliance to all SOPs pertaining tothe Finance, HR,
Purchasing, and Inventory Departments.
Prepare daily Cash Flow analysis for ExecutiveManagement.
Communicate with all Suppliers to maintain good working relationship and resolve any
and all issues negatively effectingthe Supply Chain.
Collaborate withCustomer Service department to resolve and prevent all customer issues
and complaints.
Key Accomplishments:
Reduced Receivables DSO from 60 days to 45
Increased efficiency and accuracy of front office staff by 50% through developing
new process flows.
Increased accuracy and reduced time of physical inventory from 3 weeks to 2 days
by developing new processes and implementing better organization
HANGERCLINICS,Anaheim, CA (1992-2014). A division of Hanger, Inc. whichis the leading provider of
orthotic and prosthetic patient care, product distribution, and therapeutic solutions withover 800
facilities nationwide.
Title: ManagerofInventoryControl,Jul1996 – Jan 2014
Responsibilities:
Maintain physical and financial accuracy of inventory for over800 facilities.
Develop and coordinate training of field operations personnel on all Inventory processes.
Collaborate withIT department annually to enhance in-house Inventory Management
System.
Calculate and analyze monthly material rates used to record COGS expense accrual.
2. Communicate with ExecutiveManagement on status and level of Inventory throughout the
fiscal year.
Collaborated with Mergers and Acquisition team to value inventory of potential
Acquisitions.
Create spreadsheets and analyze data for Executive Management upon request.
Key Accomplishments:
Received Excellence Award for Technology as a member of a team that developed
in-house inventory system.
Reduced time and cost of completing physical inventory and valuation by 30%
through process improvements.
After large acquisition identified process error resulting in a $12M reduction of
negative inventory variance.
Increased accuracy of physical inventory 20% by developing on-line training
modules.
HANGERCLINICS,Anaheim, CA
Title: West RegionAccountingManager,May 1992 - Jul 1996
Responsibilities:
Managed daily operations of West Region accounting department.
Prepared monthly financial reports for West Region Executive Management team and
corporate finance department.
Collaborated with external and internal auditors during annual financial audits, ensuring
accurate and timely transfer of information.
Key Accomplishments:
Reduced month-end close process from 7 days to 5 through process
improvements.
EDUCATION
CaliforniaState UniversityofLongBeach,LongBeach, CA, B.S., Accounting, 1982
LongBeachCommunityCollege,LongBeach, CA, Associate Degree, Accounting, 1979
TRANING & VOLUNTEER WORK
Technical Expertise:MicrosoftOfficeSuite(Excel,Word, PowerPoint),Access,MAS90, Epicor,
Oracle, QuickBooks
Volunteer,Baseball Coach forYouth Sports (over30years)