Chris Hatfield
About Chris Hatfield
Chris Hatfield is an experienced IMS ERP Manager at Berry Global, Inc., specializing in purchasing and procurement. He has a background in business analysis and emergency medicine, with a career spanning over a decade in various roles within the company and the maritime industry.
Current Role at Berry Global
Chris Hatfield currently serves as the IMS ERP Manager: PEM/Purchasing at Berry Global, Inc., a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he oversees the design, testing, and implementation of enhancements and bug fixes for the ERP system. He manages a team focused on business process improvement and system conversions, specifically in Procurement, Maintenance/CMMS systems, and MRO Inventory Management. His responsibilities include interfacing with divisional and executive leadership to prioritize and execute IT and ERP-related projects.
Previous Experience at Berry Global
Chris Hatfield has extensive experience at Berry Global, Inc., having worked in various roles since 2011. He began as a Business Analyst from 2011 to 2014, followed by a position as Senior Business Analyst from 2014 to 2017. He then served as IMS ERP Manager: Purchasing/Shipping for one year in 2017 to 2018. His tenure at Berry Global has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the company's operations and systems.
Education and Certifications
Chris Hatfield studied at the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, where he focused on Emergency Medicine and achieved the EMS: Emergency Medical Responder certification from 2017 to 2018. He also attended True Course Captain's School, earning the Coast Guard Licensed Captain (OUPV Inland 100 Ton) certification in 2010. His educational background includes completing high school at Castle High School from 1997 to 2001.
Early Career Experience
Before joining Berry Global, Chris Hatfield worked at AEP River Operations as a Deckhand / Second Mate from 2006 to 2010. This role provided him with practical experience in maritime operations, contributing to his diverse skill set. His early career laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in business analysis and ERP management.