DEREK CHAN

Whittier, California, USA


Summary A results-oriented business professional with extensive management experience, including retail, consulting, training, and distribution operations. Solid background in information technology.
 
Education June 1998: Master of Business Administration - California State University, Pomona - Honors
June 1994: Bachelor of Arts: Political Science - University of California, Irvine
Experience Target Corporation

August 1998 - Present

Operations Management
  • Supervise, review, and work with team members from various departments and centers
  • Control production by managing volume inflow and outflow
  • Identify and execute opportunities for safer and more efficient product movement
  • Contributed to first 100% assessment score across distribution network

Production Control & Analysis

  • Analyze regional distribution center operations and supply chain methods
  • Prepare and analyze forecasts, budgets, financials, and productivity reports
  • Manage the building budget and monitor warehouse expenditures
  • Provide the center with models to ensure optimal staffing levels

Project Management

  • Develop and test processes and tools to support operations
  • Manage "4 Walls" project, an off-site, seasonal storage center
  • Develop video documentary of import supply chain process
  • Test warehouse management systems and make client recommendations

Leadership & Team Development

  • Provide leadership (soft skills) and technical training to company executives
  • Mentor and develop team members through assessment, opportunity exposure, and feedback
  • Develop and maintain online training materials, workbooks, and process documentation
  • Support new building startups with recruiting, train the trainer, and on-site support
  • Train and certify employees on the use of industrial equipment (forklift, pallet rider, etc.)
  • Assist in recruiting efforts through career fairs, building tours, job shadows, and interviews
  • Completed Logistics College, Leadership Academy, and Executive Train The Trainer
MacServ

September 1995 - Present

Business Partnership, Consulting, Application Development, & Technical Support
  • Provide computer consultation to homes, businesses, and schools
  • Provide regular maintenance and troubleshooting of computer systems
  • Provide training in major software programs for Macintosh and Windows
  • Develop FileMaker Pro applications for businesses
CompUSA, Inc.

May 1994 - August 1999

Retail Management
  • Oversee sales and marketing of all products and services totaling more than $30 million a year
  • Provide customer assistance and resolution of customer complaints
  • Supervise, schedule, train, and review up to 80 team members 
  • Maintain inventory through store audits and security checks 
  • Support inside sales and direct marketing efforts
  • Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot store computer network 

Market Analysis

  • Analyze market competitiveness and evaluate product performance and profitability 
  • Communicate and coordinate vendor marketing events and programs 
  • Develop and distribute advertising signage for 13 stores in 2 regions

Training & Development

  • Train corporations in the operation of computer hardware and software
  • Provide on-the-job and customer service skills training to employees
Pacific World Ltd. of Hong Kong

Summer 1998

Information Systems Management
  • Administer and maintain office computer network
  • Develop custom software applications to address business needs
  • Provide consultation on information technology
Certifications January 2002: Human Resources Management – California State University
November 2002: Event Management Specialist – California State Polytechnic University
September 2001: Effective Negotiating – Karrass Seminars
November 1999: Notary Public – State of California

E-Mail: hockey@hockeymail.com Willing To Relocate And Travel