Collin Hopkins
About Collin Hopkins
Collin Hopkins is a Sr. Demand Planner with experience in supply chain management and planning. He has worked at notable companies such as International Paper and Sunrun, where he has implemented strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Work at Sunrun
Collin Hopkins has been employed at Sunrun as a Senior Demand Planner since 2022. In this role, he focuses on demand planning strategies that align with the company's objectives. His responsibilities include analyzing market trends, forecasting demand, and ensuring that supply chain operations meet customer needs effectively.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Before joining Sunrun, Collin Hopkins worked at International Paper from 2019 to 2022 as a Replenishment Planner for the West and Mexico regions. His role involved managing inventory levels and optimizing replenishment processes. He also served as a Supply Chain Associate Intern at International Paper in 2017, where he gained foundational experience in supply chain operations.
Education and Expertise
Collin Hopkins studied at Mississippi State University from 2014 to 2018, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Finance and Spanish, as well as a Bachelor of Business Administration. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in financial analysis and business operations, which supports his work in demand planning.
Achievements in Supply Chain Integration
Collin has successfully integrated separate supply chain channels, which streamlined the supply planning and ordering process from external vendors. This initiative resulted in reduced lead times and costs. He also played a significant role in transitioning the replenishment strategy from an item category-based approach to a regional-based strategy, enhancing efficiency in inventory management.
Technical Skills in ERP Systems
Collin Hopkins has developed proficiency in Oracle ERP systems, particularly in integrating data loads from Excel to Oracle. This skill has improved data accuracy and processing speed within the supply chain operations he has managed, contributing to more efficient workflows.