John Charles

John Charles, CPIM, has over 24 years of experience in materials management and supply chain operations, primarily at Applied Materials Inc. Notable roles include Materials Project Manager, where John significantly reduced carrying costs through a new distribution model, and Production Planning Manager, overseeing production planners and achieving minimal job variances. As a Purchasing Specialist, John has managed teams of buyers, improved purchasing processes, and resolved complex supply chain issues, contributing to initiatives like the Purchasing Council Team and the "Critical Supplier Cancellation Disposition Project." John's expertise encompasses production planning, logistics, supplier negotiations, and engineering project collaboration.