Chris Sturdivant
About Chris Sturdivant
Chris Sturdivant is a Senior Supply Chain Manager at Magnolia Medical Technologies, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in supply chain management, having held various positions at Crane Aerospace & Electronics and Fluke Corporation, among others.
Work at Magnolia Medical Technologies
Chris Sturdivant has been serving as the Senior Supply Chain Manager at Magnolia Medical Technologies since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing supply chain operations and ensuring efficient processes within the organization. His tenure at Magnolia is marked by a focus on operational excellence and team management.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Before joining Magnolia Medical Technologies, Chris held various positions at Crane Aerospace & Electronics. He worked as Supply Chain Manager III for 10 months and as Procurement Manager for one year. Additionally, he served as Manager of Planning & SIOP for 8 months, contributing to the company's supply chain strategies and operational improvements.
Educational Background
Chris Sturdivant studied at Gonzaga University, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) with a focus on Operations Management and Marketing from 2007 to 2011. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Business Administration and Management from 2011 to 2012.
Achievements in Operational Efficiency
Throughout his career, Chris has demonstrated a strong ability to improve operational efficiency. He oversaw a team of over 65 associates in a $40 million factory, enhancing productivity across multiple shifts. His recognition as a Scheduler for a factory producing products for a $1.5 billion organization highlights his capability in managing complex supply chain operations.
Kaizen Leadership and Process Improvement
Chris Sturdivant possesses Kaizen leadership experience and holds a Master Black Belt in Transactional Process Improvement. This expertise enables him to implement continuous improvement initiatives effectively, driving operational excellence within the organizations he has worked for.