Christopher Stewart
Seaford
Summary
Management professional with proven track record in overseeing multi-site operations and high-volume customer environments. Expertise in budget management and team supervision, enhancing efficiency and customer satisfaction across sectors such as recreation, food and beverage, and retail.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Morale Director / Supervisory Recreation Specialist
U.S. Coast Guard MWR
02.2022 - Current
- Manage daily operations of multiple recreation, food and beverage, and facility programs serving high-volume customer environments
- Supervise a team of 8 employees across hospitality, recreation, and facility operations
- Manage $600,000 annual operating budget and $30,000 additional program funding, ensuring financial accountability and cost control
- Oversee food and beverage operations including inventory management, service quality, and customer satisfaction standards
- Coordinate events, vendor relationships, scheduling, and operational planning to support service delivery and revenue generation
- Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and organizational policies
Purchasing Manager / Procurement Specialist
U.S. Coast Guard
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed purchasing and procurement operations supporting organizational needs and supply chain requirements
- Supervised 4 employees within procurement and purchasing functions
- Held authority to approve purchases up to $25,000
- Used enterprise procurement system (NESS) to process purchasing actions and manage vendor transactions
- Completed multiple Defense Acquisition University training courses in procurement and contracting
- Ensured compliance with purchasing policies, procedures, and federal acquisition standards
Financial Management Specialist
U.S. Coast Guard MWR
03.2018 - 05.2021
- Managed financial operations including budgeting, reconciliation, reporting, and account oversight
- Oversaw a $600,000 operating account supporting multiple programs and facilities
- Provided financial oversight and support for 13 operational units
- Used QuickBooks to manage financial tracking, reporting, and reconciliation
- Supported audits, internal controls, and financial compliance processes
- Processed invoices, payments, and revenue tracking for multiple business operations
Assistant Store Manager
Walmart
07.2016 - 03.2018
- Supervised 4 department managers and 20+ associates in a high-volume retail environment
- Managed daily store operations including staffing, customer service, inventory, and merchandising
- Served as primary coordinator for Black Friday operations, overseeing staffing, inventory readiness, and customer flow
- Supported hiring, training, and performance management of employees
- Improved operational efficiency and customer experience during peak sales periods
Store Manager
Dollar Tree
03.2015 - 07.2016
- Managed all operations of a $1 million annual revenue retail store
- Supervised 2 assistant managers and 12 employees
- Oversaw staffing, scheduling, training, and employee performance
- Managed budgeting, cash handling, inventory control, and store profitability
- Ensured store compliance, safety standards, and customer satisfaction
Assistant Store Manager
Walmart
08.2013 - 03.2015
- Supported store leadership in daily operations and team supervision
- Managed inventory control, merchandising, and customer service operations
- Assisted with staffing, scheduling, and employee development
- Ensured compliance with company policies and operational standards
Enlisted Service Member
U.S. Coast Guard
09.1994 - 08.2013
- Served 19 years of honorable military service in the United States Coast Guard
- Led operational roles to enhance mission readiness and optimize unit operations
- Coordinated logistics and personnel to ensure seamless operational support
- Recognized with multiple awards and commendations for performance and leadership
- Cultivated leadership and operational management skills to drive team effectiveness
Education
High School Diploma -
Sussex Tech
Georgetown, DE05-1994
Skills
- Recreation program development
- Event planning
- Event coordination
- Operations management
- Budget control
- Vendor relations
- Inventory management
- Process improvement
- Team leadership
- Staff training
- Customer service excellence
Certification
- ServSafe Certification (Current)
- Defense Acquisition University (DAU) – Completed multiple procurement and contracting courses
Systems And Tools
- QuickBooks – Financial tracking, reporting, and reconciliation
- Enterprise Procurement System (NESS) – Purchasing and vendor management
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) – Reporting and operational tracking
Timeline
Morale Director / Supervisory Recreation Specialist
U.S. Coast Guard MWR
02.2022 - Current
Purchasing Manager / Procurement Specialist
U.S. Coast Guard
05.2021 - 02.2022
Financial Management Specialist
U.S. Coast Guard MWR
03.2018 - 05.2021
Assistant Store Manager
Walmart
07.2016 - 03.2018
Store Manager
Dollar Tree
03.2015 - 07.2016
Assistant Store Manager
Walmart
08.2013 - 03.2015
Enlisted Service Member
U.S. Coast Guard
09.1994 - 08.2013
High School Diploma -
Sussex Tech