Steve Chandler
About Steve Chandler
Steve Chandler serves as the Vice President of Global Services at Stirling Ultracold, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in sales and operations, having held various roles at AK Steel and Thermo Fisher Scientific over a career spanning more than three decades.
Current Role at Stirling Ultracold
Steve Chandler serves as the Vice President of Global Services at Stirling Ultracold, a division of Global Cooling, Inc. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives and operational effectiveness. Based in Fort Worth, Texas, he oversees global service operations, ensuring high standards in customer service and support.
Previous Experience at Thermo Fisher Scientific
Chandler has extensive experience at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where he worked in various roles from 2005 to 2019. His positions included Centrifuge Team Leader for the Great Lakes region, Sales Territory Manager for the Midwest, Regional Sales Director for the Gulf Coast Region, and Senior North American Service Manager for third-party providers. His tenure at the company spanned over a decade, during which he developed significant expertise in sales and service management.
Career at AK Steel
Steve Chandler's career at AK Steel included multiple roles from 1989 to 1999. He began as an Operational Engineer and progressed to positions such as Associate Marketing Manager, Purchasing Manager, Quality Assurance Engineer, and Account Sales Manager for the Southeast region. His diverse roles at AK Steel provided him with a solid foundation in operational and sales management.
Educational Background
Chandler holds an Associate of Science degree from The Ohio State University, a Bachelor of Science from Ohio University, and an MBA from Indiana Wesleyan University. His educational background supports his extensive professional experience and expertise in business management and operations.
Skills and Expertise
Steve Chandler demonstrates strong technical skills with proficiency in business software tools such as Salesforce (SFDC), Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. He possesses expertise in managing large-scale business opportunities, having managed a $100 million opportunity pipeline. Additionally, he has experience in both Tier 1 and Tier 2 distribution channels and scalable remote leadership, emphasizing his ability to manage teams effectively in various environments.