Leaders in Value Chain
218 episodes - English - Latest episode: 26 days ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsLeaders in Value Chain Podcast (formerly known as the Leaders in Supply Chain & Logistics Podcast) is one of our projects focused on bringing some of the best thought leaders in the industry, pick their brains and share it with as many interested listeners as possible.
We want to connect you with global experts, thought leaders and executives in all things value chain. We talk about Value Chain's leading-edge technologies, leadership stories, and personal success habits.
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#189: Microsoft, Circular Economy, and Leadership Principles
June 07, 2024 04:00 - 36 minutes - 55.9 MB*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, I interviewed Donna Warton, Microsoft's CVP of Supply Chain and Sustainability. She shares insights from her career progression across finance, Motorola, and Dell and now leading the supply chain for Microsoft's Windows and Devices division. We also discussed Microsoft's innovations in AI-powered devices, sustainability initiatives focusing on circularity and carbon reduction, practical applications of AI in supply chain management, and Microsoft...
#188: Sennder and Lessons in Building a Trucking Unicorn
June 03, 2024 00:00 - 34 minutes - 53.4 MB*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* This podcast episode features an interview with David Nothacker, co-founder and CEO of Sennder, a leading digital road freight forwarder in Europe. David shares insights into digitalizing the inefficient and fragmented trucking industry, key inflection points in his entrepreneurial journey, and overcoming challenges. Our conversation also covers the future of trucking with autonomous and electric vehicles, sustainability initiatives, and the importance of talent ...
#187: Surrounded by Idiots and How to Write a Bestseller
May 27, 2024 07:00 - 41 minutes - 62.8 MB*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* This episode was streamed live a couple of weeks back, where I interviewed best-selling author and behaviorist Thomas Erikson. We discussed Thomas’ journey to becoming a successful author through perseverance and self-publishing. Thomas shares insights from his work profiling personalities using colors and how understanding different communication styles can help build diverse, high-performing teams. He also offers advice for engineers on effectively presenting s...
#186: Shaping a Greener Future for Chemical Supply Chains
May 22, 2024 02:00 - 40 minutes - 60.4 MB*Hosted by Fei Yu* In this episode, Hanno Bruemmer, EVP of Supply Chain & Logistics for EMEA and LATAM at Covestro, dived into the world of chemical sector supply chains. Hanno shared with me why he ended up in the chemical sector and how it shaped his career. We talked about the importance of storytelling and why leaders must narrate in a language that the stakeholders understand. He also shared how his global experience helped with that. Discover more details here. Follow us on: Instag...
#185: Ditching the Self-Doubt Tax by Developing Authentic Confidence at Work
May 20, 2024 08:00 - 34 minutes - 52.9 MB*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, I interviewed Julie Smith, Founder of Talent Sprout Limited, about her journey starting her consulting firm after many years in HR leadership. We discussed the challenges of developing talent and overcoming self-doubt, particularly for women advancing in operations roles. Julie explained concepts from her new book, "Coach Yourself Confident," including the "self-doubt tax" and strategies for embracing confidence. We also talked about the impact ...
#184: What it Takes to be a Great Chief Supply Chain Officer with SupplyChainBrain
May 13, 2024 03:00 - 25 minutes - 40.7 MB*Podcast with Radu Palamariu* I was invited as a guest on SupplyChainBrain's Podcast, where I shared my insights on what it takes to be a great Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO). The host, Bob Bowman, asked interesting questions regarding the role's history and its importance in organizations today. Discover more details here. Follow us on: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7 Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzX Linkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQX Facebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd
#183: Finding Your Magic in the Workplace
May 06, 2024 06:00 - 24 minutes - 38.6 MB*Hosted by Stéphanie Moles-Rota* In this new episode of Leaders in Value Chain, I had as guest Maria Pia De Caro, the EVP of Integrated Operations and S&R at Pernod Ricard. We looked back at her career and reflected on the lessons learned. Initially, Maria strived to be the "best," but later realized the importance of authenticity and self-acceptance. Her ambitious transformation agenda focuses on digitalization, supply chain optimization, and adapting to emerging trends. Maria Pia highlig...
#182: The Origin Story of Reebok and How It Became the Iconic Brand It Is Today
April 29, 2024 06:00 - 48 minutes - 72.4 MB*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* I had a great discussion on a live broadcast with Joe Foster, the Founder of Reebok, pulling back the curtains on the strategic decisions and chance opportunities that propelled Reebok from a $9-million company to a $900-million empire - pivotal moments such as the shift towards the American market, the evolution from running shoes to aerobic footwear, and the serendipitous endorsement that put Reebok on the world stage. Ultimately, this episode provides a profo...
#181: Think Remarkable, Don’t Follow Your Passion, and Leadership
April 24, 2024 05:00 - 49 minutes - 73.7 MB*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* Guy Kawasaki, New York Times Best Selling Author, Investor, and Chief Evangelist of Canva, joined me on a live broadcast podcast a few weeks back and shared his views on talent and leadership in his charming, authentic way. We started the episode with a few snippets from Guy’s bio (You can find the full bio on his website.) and spent a few minutes diving into his book, “Think Remarkable". We covered the topic of having a growth mindset, selling your dream, and emb...
#180: Managing Retail Transformation, Talent, and Leadership
April 11, 2024 06:00 - 24 minutes - 38.3 MB*Hosted by Stéphanie Moles-Rota* In this episode, I sat down with Wouter Kolk, CEO of Europe and Indonesia at Ahold Delhaize, to discuss the latest trends in talent, leadership, transformation, and diversity. Wouter shared his personal journey, from joining Ahold Delhaize to leaving the company to expand his horizon, returning, and the valuable lessons he learned along the way. He also shed light on the impact of the pandemic on retail businesses and the various transformations they went t...
#179: What Makes the Beauty Industry’s Supply Chain Different
April 01, 2024 01:00 - 26 minutes - 41.6 MB*Hosted by Fei Yu* As a leader in the supply chain industry, Graeme Carter had a fascinating and adventurous career in the space. In this episode, he shared his journey with me, including how his time with P&G shaped his supply chain knowledge. He also shared how his roles in different companies before made him the leader he is today. Discover more details here. Follow us on: Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7 Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzX Linkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQX Facebook: http:/...
#178: New Balance Story - How Innovation and People Helped Double Revenue
March 22, 2024 07:00 - 36 minutes - 56.2 MB*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, we explore the journey of Dave Wheeler, the Chief Operating Officer of New Balance, a renowned sports apparel corporation. Having gained valuable experience as an electrical engineer during the peak of the Cold War, Wheeler's transition from defense to apparel marks an intriguing career shift. Throughout this episode, we explore his formative years, strategic career transitions, and the operational excellence that defines his current role at New B...
#177: Building Kenvue, Cross Industry Success and People
March 14, 2024 08:00 - 40 minutes - 61.5 MB*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, I interviewed Meri Stevens, Chief Operations Officer at Kenvue. Meri shares her vast experience in an industry that constantly demands adaptability and clear strategy and how this led to Kenvue’s domination in the market. She briefly explains how strategic divestitures help companies maximize their value by focusing on specific competencies and targeted audiences, providing an insider look into some of the toughest decision-making processes in bus...
#176: Geopolitics, Green Economy, the Monkey and the Money
March 08, 2024 06:00 - 46 minutes - 69.4 MB*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* You might already be very familiar with Dr. Kjell Anders Nordström, the author of several books, including Momentum. It’s been my pleasure to have him as a guest on the Leaders in Value Chain podcast. We discussed how the Corona events initiated his decision to write the book and the disruptions around the global economy. We also dived into his book, The Monkey and The Money, which follows the history of capitalism through the lens of an ape. Discover more detai...
#175: Journey to CEO, AVON’s Omnichannel and Value Chain Development
March 01, 2024 03:00 - 41 minutes - 62.7 MB*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, we talked about Angela’s career – as a professional and as a leader- what drove her to pursue the executive path, and how her environment growing up affected her decisions. She shared some of the inflection points in her career, emphasizing how she didn’t let her degree and diploma define her career path and her experience of being interviewed for a position alongside 31 other candidates. Discover more details here. Follow us on: Instagram: http...
#174: Principles to Grow Costa Coffee's Reach Exponentially
February 23, 2024 05:00 - 29 minutes - 46.9 MB*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, I interviewed Francisco Javier Martínez Moreno, Chief Supply Chain Officer of Costa Coffee. We dived into the personal inflection points that shaped his journey as a supply chain professional and explored how adaptability and exposure to diverse cultures can lead to transforming operations for sustained value. Francisco shared his insights on how embracing challenges can shift the paradigm of supply chain management and the role of diversity in su...
#173: Ports, Global Trade and what matters most in Transportation
February 13, 2024 04:00 - 29 minutes - 45.7 MB*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In episode 173 of the Leaders in Value Chain Podcast, my guest is Keith Svendsen, an influential figure in the port operations industry and CEO of APM Terminals- one of the world's largest port operators. We discussed the extensive networks of APM Terminals and how they overcome the logistical challenges in over 40 countries while ensuring constant and efficient global commerce. Furthermore, we also talked about how efficient ports transport goods and significantl...
#173: Ports, Global Trade and What Matters Most in Transportation
February 13, 2024 04:00 - 29 minutes - 45.7 MB*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In episode 173 of the Leaders in Value Chain Podcast, my guest is Keith Svendsen, an influential figure in the port operations industry and CEO of APM Terminals- one of the world's largest port operators. We discussed the extensive networks of APM Terminals and how they overcome the logistical challenges in over 40 countries while ensuring constant and efficient global commerce. Furthermore, we also talked about how efficient ports transport goods and significantl...
#172: Corning, Leaving a legacy and Non-Executive Boards
February 06, 2024 03:00 - 39 minutes - 59.7 MB*Hosted by Radu Palamariu* In this episode, I interviewed Cheryl Capps, Board Member at Integer Holdings (NYSE: ITGR), World 50 Group, Elementum, ketteQ, and o9 Solutions, Inc. We looked back at her career in the corporate world- how she successfully transitioned from one stage of her career to another and how speaking the language of different functions greatly helped her. Cheryl shared with me an inspiring story about her time with a pharmaceutical company, where they succeeded in procur...
#171: Managing Supply Chain in a Spin Off and Navigating Purpose in Consumer Health
December 19, 2023 05:00 - 33 minutes - 52.3 MBBart is the Chief Supply Chain Officer of Haleon, which he helped through the spin off journey from GSK. He also spent 14 years at Reckitt, where he was Head of Quality, Safety Sustainability and Compliance as well as Head of Global Operations for RB Health and held various other roles in the global health supply chain. Bart previously worked at Unilever for over a decade in a number of roles across manufacturing, procurement, planning and strategic projects in the UK and the Netherlands....
#170: How to beat distractions and create a focused work environment
December 13, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 53.9 MBNir Eyal writes, consults, and teaches about the intersection of psychology, technology, and business. Nir previously taught as a Lecturer in Marketing at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford. Nir co-founded and sold two tech companies since 2003 and was dubbed by The M.I.T. Technology Review as, “The Prophet of Habit-Forming Technology.” He is the author of two bestselling books, Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products and In...
#169: Turning Academia into Sustainable Resilience
November 13, 2023 08:00 - 38 minutes - 58.2 MBNadine Kiratli-Schneider is the Vice President of Supply Chain Risk and Sustainability at Schaeffler. She previously headed the corporate inbound supply chain, bridging logistics and sourcing for supplier criteria. Prior to Schaeffler, she was an Assistant Professor Of Purchasing and SCM at the university. With a strong background in academia and a passion for effective solutions, Nadine combines science and business to tackle complex transport challenges. She’s a strong believer in the pow...
#168: Unveiling Excellence in Automotive Supply Chain Leadership
October 12, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutes - 70.6 MBHoussam is the Group VP supply chain of FORVIA, a $30 billion automotive company. He manages a supply chain of 12,000 people located in 250 plants globally. Houssam has an international background and a deep passion for the automotive industry. He takes great pride in supply chain and operations. Prior to joining FORVIA, he worked in various Supply Chain roles at large companies across industrial and telco, such as Stellantis, Bombardier, Michelin, and ALCATEL. He has led huge transformati...
#167: How to build a logistics unicorn and make India the global talent hub
October 06, 2023 03:00 - 32 minutes - 49.9 MBDeepak Garg was the Founder of Rivigo, where he built the most recent logistics unicorn in India. Rivigo transformed how transport was done in India by creating a relay truck model, where no driver would drive for more than four to five hours at a stretch and would return home the same day. Deepak has now started AnywhereJobs, with the intent of skilling 10 million Indian Talents for global job opportunities. Discover more details here. Some of the highlights of the episode: The recipe ...
#166: Diversity, Purpose, and Passion in Pharma Supply Chain
September 29, 2023 05:00 - 32 minutes - 49.8 MBFrederic Brut is the head of the supply chain EEMEA and the Asia Pacific, China & Japan Region for MSD. He describes himself as an inclusive leader, adapting with speed and agility to a continuously changing world. Prior to MSD, he held a number of Head of SC and Operations positions in various sectors, including Retail, Building Material products, and Pharmaceutical wholesaling in Europe and Latin America. Fred is passionate about rugby, CrossFit, traveling & cooking. He values loyalty, t...
#165: M&As, Managing P&Ls and Running Refresco's SCM
September 18, 2023 02:00 - 30 minutes - 47.2 MBChristoph Häusler joined Refresco in 2021 as Chief Manufacturing Officer. Christoph is an experienced Supply Chain & Manufacturing executive with an international track record. He has held several senior executive supply chain roles at Reckitt Benckiser since 2007, most recently as Member of the Executive Committee for the Hygiene Business leading the End-to-End Supply. He started his career at Procter & Gamble, of which 7 years in the beverages business, and is a graduate from the Technical...
#164: From ‘Hell’ to Heights: Journey in Supply Chain Leadership
September 11, 2023 02:00 - 29 minutes - 45.3 MBMelanie Haas is the EVP of Supply Management at Rosenberger Group. Prior to Rosenberger, she brought an impressive 16-year experience at Continental AG, working in different countries and roles within supply chain and operations. Melanie is passionate about technologies serving supply chain, by integrating technology she not only enhances customer satisfaction but also massively drives up productivity. Discover more details here. Some of the highlights of the episode: Melanie’s unconvent...
#163: Conagra’s Operations, SCM, and Sustainable Initiatives
September 04, 2023 00:00 - 42 minutes - 63.7 MBAlexandre "Ale" Eboli is the Executive Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer for Conagra Brands. He has end-to-end supply chain responsibilities for the company, overseeing the manufacturing, procurement, environment, health and safety, plant quality, logistics, and transportation and warehousing teams. Ale earned a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor of Science degree in Naval Engineering from São Paulo University. Ale serves on t...
#162: Supply Chain, Sustainability and Leadership at Hempel - a CEO perspective
August 31, 2023 05:00 - 35 minutes - 55.1 MBMichael Hansen was appointed Group President & Chief Executive Officer of Hempel in October 2022. Michael joined Hempel in May 2017 as Group Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer, before becoming Executive Vice President of Energy & Infrastructure. He previously worked for 19 years at Maersk, one of the world’s largest shipping companies, where he most recently held the position of Vice President & Global Head of Sales at Maersk Line. Discover more details here. Some of th...
#161: Apple’s supply chain, China and Vision Pro
August 22, 2023 02:00 - 35 minutes - 55.2 MBPatrick McGee is the FT’s San Francisco correspondent covering Apple and US technology. He was previously in Frankfurt, writing about the Volkswagen scandal and the challenge to German carmakers from electric vehicles and self-driving tech. He joined the Financial Times in 2013 to cover Asian markets from Hong Kong. He was previously a bond reporter at the Wall Street Journal in New York. He has a Master's in Global Diplomacy from Soas, University of London, and a degree in religious studie...
#160: From Mom of 3 to COO: The Unconventional Climb
August 14, 2023 06:00 - 28 minutes - 45.5 MBOn was born in the Swiss Alps with one goal: to transform the sensation of running. In 12 years, On has become a global sportswear brand, which continues to challenge "status quo", through innovation, commitment to performance and sustainability, and passion to inspire people to explore, move, and dream. During Jiahui’s 8 years at On, the company grew its global team from 40 to 2,000, went public in 2021, and achieved revenue growth of 60 times to 1.2B swiss francs in 2022. Before On, Jiahu...
#159: Logistics in Saudi Arabia and Development Vision for 2030
August 09, 2023 02:00 - 36 minutes - 56.3 MBLoay Mashabi has been the Deputy Minister for Logistics Services at the Ministry of Transport and Logistics Services since April 2021. He has also been a board member of Saudia Cargo since August 2021 and a board member of Saudi Exports from June 2021. Prior to his current position, Mashabi was the deputy governor for planning and development at Saudi Customs from September 2019 to March 2021. He served as the Chief Operating Officer of the Al-Soudah Development project, later known as Al-S...
#158: Leading with Authenticity and Integrity
August 03, 2023 02:00 - 23 minutes - 37.5 MBMarika Lindstrom is currently the Head of Indirect Materials and Services Procurement at Philip Morris. She has 25 years of procurement and supply chain experience in consumer electronics and FMCGs with companies such as Unilever and Nokia. She's very passionate about sustainability and driving procurement integration with businesses to deliver growth, value, and innovation. Discover more details here. Some of the highlights of the episode: Marika’s international career journey in supply ...
#157: Death of Globalization and Rise of Regionalization
July 20, 2023 00:00 - 26 minutes - 41.5 MBJohn Manners-Bell is the Chief Executive of Transport Intelligence, one of the leading market research companies specializing in the transport and logistics industry. He is also the Founder of the Foundation for Future Supply Chain, where he and his team deal with a couple of topics related to different manufacturing companies, how they operate, and how they send their footprints around the world, and global supply chains in general. Discover more details here. Some of the highlights of th...
#156: How Siemens Smart Infracture SCM Works
July 17, 2023 00:00 - 36 minutes - 55.8 MBSven Markert currently serves as the Head of Supply Chain & Logistics - Siemens Smart Infrastructure at Siemens AG. In his role, he is responsible for SCM Logistics with more than 4000 employees across several business units. He is also managing and developing his own shared service operation for customer service and logistics. Sven is an executive International leader with 20+ years of business experience with a major in Business Administration. In addition, he is a strategic thinker and e...
#155: The Origin of "Supply Chain" and Supercharging the SCM of the Future
July 13, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes - 47.7 MBDr. Wolfgang M. Partsch is a pioneer in Supply Chain Management and an internationally recognized thought leader in this field. He has also played a key role in the development of many innovative Supply Chain concepts. And, he was the Project Manager of the first ever recorded Supply Chain Management project in the world. He has a great deal of experience in integrating and coordinating the entire Supply Chain on an international basis with over one hundred major projects in about 20 countr...
#154: Embrace changes and Growth with Passion and Curiosity
July 10, 2023 06:00 - 43 minutes - 65.4 MBMarkus Reckling is currently the Chief Sales Officer Post and Parcel at DHL Group. He was the Managing Director of DHL Express Germany, with DHL Express being the leading international Courier company and part of the leading international logistics provider DHL Group. Markus has worked for the Group for more than 20 years, holding different positions including Head of Corporate Development and Managing Director of DHL Express Turkey. Experienced in leadership as well as in finding individua...
#153: The Magic Conveyor Belt: Supply Chains, A.I., and the Future of Work
July 04, 2023 08:00 - 51 minutes - 76.9 MBProfessor Yossi Sheffi is Director of the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics (MIT CTL), and Director and Founder of the Master of Engineering in Logistics Program. He is a faculty member of the MIT Civil and Environmental Engineering Department, as well as the Institute for Data, Systems, and Society. Professor Sheffi has shared his knowledge through his books, including his latest, "The Magic Conveyor Belt: Supply Chains, A.I., and the Future of Work." He has been one of the leader...
#152: Thomas Knudsen, Non Executive Chair at Toll Group
June 26, 2023 05:00 - 42 minutes - 64.2 MBThomas Knudsen has been servis as Non Executive Chair of Toll Group since July 2022. Having previously served as Managing Director at Toll Group between 2020 to 2022, as well prior to that as Toll’s President of Global Forwarding. Thomas is a senior executive with a global logistics career spanning more than 25 years. Thomas has held executive leadership, commercial, trade and route management roles in the Middle East, North America, Europe and Asia. Prior to joining Toll, Thomas was CEO,...
#151: Dr. Thomas Schamberg, SVP Supply Chain at Evonik
June 15, 2023 00:00 - 33 minutes - 51.6 MBDr. Thomas Schamberg is the SVP Supply Chain at Evonik, one of the largest specialty chemicals groups in the world. As a global lead, Thomas ensures consistency and excellence across the supply chain, overseeing standards, performance, and best practices. In his previous role as VP of Supply Chain Solutions, he led an in-house consulting team, delivering transformative results through the implementation of innovative solutions and operational efficiency improvements. Discover more details...
#150: Paul Campbell, Senior Vice President Supply Chain Europe at PepsiCo
June 12, 2023 02:00 - 40 minutes - 61.7 MBPaul Campbell is a 22-year PepsiCo veteran with experience working across all aspects of Supply Chain, including manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, customer facing and planning. Paul has worked in developing markets, leading the Supply Chain organization across Eastern Europe, and in developed markets, working in the UK Snacks business in several executive manufacturing roles. He has also led the Global Supply Chain for PepsiCo Global Concentrate Solutions (PGCS) and has experience in al...
#149: Vijayan Chinnasami, Chief Operations Officer of Ultra Clean Technology
June 07, 2023 03:00 - 34 minutes - 52.3 MBVijayan Chinnasami is the Chief Operations Officer of Ultra Clean Technology (UCT). UCT is one of the leaders and providers of products and services for the semiconductor industry. They are the ones that make the tools that make the semiconductors. An extremely essential key point in this extremely valuable industry that we've read about and seen so much in the news lately. Vijayan is a seasoned professional within operations and supply chain and manages roughly 29 plants in UCT. Within his...
#148: Marisa Parabaugh, SVP and Chief Supply Chain Officer at AdventHealth
May 31, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutes - 62.7 MBMarisa Parabaugh is the SVP and Chief Supply Chain Officer at AdventHealth. AdventHealth is a very large healthcare provider with 80,000 employees serving 6 million-plus patients every year with 51 hospital campuses operating in nine states in the US. And Marissa generously decided to share a couple of interesting case studies with us on the way they run their supply chain. Discover more details here. Some of the highlights of the episode: Marisa’s career as an industrial engineer Differ...
#147: Nada Sanders, Professor of Supply Chain Management D'Amore-McKim School of Business at Northeastern University
May 18, 2023 05:00 - 35 minutes - 54.1 MBNada Sanders is a distinguished Professor of Supply Chain Management D'Amore-McKim School of Business at Northeastern University. She also served as a visiting professor at MIT and Harvard Business School. She teaches and has educated lots of people across many years in the field of supply chain management, with a particular focus on strategic supply chain design, demand management, and technology adoption. She has also written several books and writing the second edition of the Humachine bo...
#146: David Simchi-Levi, Professor of Engineering Systems at MIT
May 10, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutes - 61.9 MBDavid Simchi Levi is a well-known figure in the world of supply chain and engineering. He is a Professor of Engineering Systems at MIT. He founded a few companies over the course of his career in the realm of supply chain data analytics. He is an expert in the fields of supply chain management, operations, and business analytics. And he has published several books on the topic that are being read worldwide. There are a lot of people that have found inspiration in the work that Professor Davi...
#145: Mourad Tamoud, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Schneider Electric
May 05, 2023 08:00 - 43 minutes - 66 MBMourad Tamoud joined Schneider Electric in 1997 as Supply Chain & Logistics Manager. In 2012 he became Senior VP of Global Supply Chain China, a post in which he had oversight of manufacturing and distribution operations for the region, and was responsible for safety, quality, customer satisfaction, procurement, and supply chain. Mourad was first appointed to the position of Executive Vice President of Global Supply Chain Operations for Schneider Electric in June 2016. As of January 2019, M...
#144: Tim Drury, CSCO at Americana Foods
April 26, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 97.5 MBTim Drury is the Chief Supply Chain Officer of Americana Foods, which he joined in 2021. Prior to that, Tim had spent 20+ years with Unilever. During his long journey there, he spent time managing their supply chains across Europe, Asia, and Africa. In his last role there, he had leadership responsibility for more than 30,000 employees across the Middle East and Africa. Discover more details here. Some of the highlights of the episode: Career journey- 25 years with Unilever and transitio...
#143: Harald Emberger, CSCO, Head of Supply Chain at Beiersdorf
April 17, 2023 02:00 - 33 minutes - 52.2 MBHarald Emberger joined Beiersdorf AG in 2015 as Chief Supply Chain Officer and a member of the Executive Committee. In this role, Harald has overall responsibility for the end-to-end supply chain globally. Prior to joining Beiersdorf, Harald held a variety of supply chain leadership roles with Unilever and Mars Inc. Harald’s background and experience present a truly global image. Throughout his career, he has lived in five different countries in three world regions. Discover more details ...
#142: David Prchala, Chief Operating Officer of Bugaboo
April 11, 2023 11:00 - 43 minutes - 64.7 MBDavid Prchala is currently the COO of Bugaboo, since 2019. He brings along over 20 years of experience from consumer goods and juvenile industries like LEGO and Procter & Gamble. He has designed and led major strategic supply chain transformations. David is highly curious and passionate, and he loves to resolve complex operational challenges that brought him to different countries and continents. Discover more details here. Some of the highlights of the episode: Inflection points in Davi...
#141: Cynthia Hutchison, CEO of the US Center for Advanced Manufacturing
March 30, 2023 02:00 - 48 minutes - 39.2 MBAs the CEO of the US Center for Advanced Manufacturing, Cynthia Hutchison leads efforts to engage the national manufacturing ecosystem through local, national, and international projects and activities that accelerate the transition toward advanced manufacturing. She directs programming that helps shape the global agenda on the future of production, strengthens the competitiveness of the manufacturing sector in the United States, and marries new technology and processes with valuable, tried ...