Christopher Mc Kinnish
About Christopher Mc Kinnish
Christopher Mc Kinnish is an I.T. Business Relationship Manager at Saia Inc., where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in operations and management roles across various companies, including Watkins Motor Lines and CSX, and has a background in electronics engineering.
Current Role at Saia Inc.
Christopher Mc Kinnish serves as the I.T. Business Relationship Manager at Saia Inc. since 2017. In this role, he acts as the primary relationship owner and IT planning lead for business customers. He ensures that customer priorities and needs are effectively communicated within the IT plan. His responsibilities include managing the intake of new capability requests and escalating issues related to current capabilities. He collaborates with various teams to align resources and deliver solutions that meet business demands.
Previous Experience at Saia Inc.
Christopher Mc Kinnish has held multiple positions at Saia Inc. from 1997 to 2017. He worked as an Office Manager for two years, followed by a role as Operations Supervisor from 1994 to 1996. He then served as a Senior Industrial Engineer for 16 years, focusing on operational efficiency and process improvement. Additionally, he was the Business Intelligence Manager for two years, where he contributed to data-driven decision-making processes within the organization.
Career Background in Transportation and Logistics
Before his tenure at Saia Inc., Christopher Mc Kinnish worked for Watkins Motor Lines for ten years, holding various positions including Claims Prevention Manager and Operations Manager. He also worked at Con-way, Inc. as an Operations Manager for one year. His experience extends to CSX, where he served as Terminal Manager for a year. This extensive background in transportation and logistics has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of operational management.
Educational Background
Christopher Mc Kinnish pursued his education at multiple institutions. He studied Electrical and Electronics Engineering at DeVry Institute of Technology from 1980 to 1983. Prior to that, he attended Dekalb Community College for a year and completed his high school education at Cedar Grove High School from 1975 to 1979. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in engineering and technology.
Professional Skills and Expertise
In his current role, Christopher Mc Kinnish provides thought leadership on industry trends and innovation opportunities within the Operations Business areas. He partners with IT executives and various leaders to create actionable roadmaps for IT teams. His ability to navigate cross-functionally with executive leadership allows him to manage demand effectively and align resources to deliver optimal solutions.