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Michael O'Brien
Senior Director, Strategic Accounts
Michael O'Brien is a seasoned supply chain professional with a robust background in various supply chain functions such as plan to produce, innovate to launch, procure to pay, and order to cash. His expertise in supply chain management, combined with a dedicated focus on people and processes, has enabled him to successfully implement Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) / Integrated Business Planning (IBP) capabilities to drive improvements in gross margin.
Michael O'Brien pursued his Bachelor of Arts degree in Distribution from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, College of Business, laying a strong educational foundation for his career in supply chain management.
With an impressive professional track record, Michael has held key positions in renowned organizations. He served as the Senior Director of Strategic Accounts at Integrated Business Planning Associates (IBP2), bringing valuable strategic insights to the company. Previously, he held the position of Senior Vice President of Demand and Inventory Management at RNDC, where he honed his skills in demand forecasting and inventory optimization. Prior to that, Michael held pivotal roles at Starbucks Coffee Company, including Director of Business Transformation and Vice President of Planning and Commercialization, showcasing his versatility and leadership in the supply chain domain.
