David Kobe
Global Supply Chain Leader | Supply Chain Network Optimization | Transforming Organizations to be Best in Class
- Role
- Director Americas Supply Chain at Aalberts integrated piping systems
- Location
- Charlotte, NC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About David Kobe
Strategic and results-driven supply chain leader with extensive years of experience delivering end-to-end improvements in sourcing, logistics, trade compliance, and operations for complex manufacturing organizations. Expert at implementing ERP and advanced planning solutions, redesigning networks for resilience and cost-efficiency, and leading cross-functional teams to execute large-scale transformation programs. Track record of driving significant savings through inventory and transportation optimization, supplier consolidation, and process standardization while strengthening compliance and operational reliability.Areas of Expertise: Continuous Improvement | Facility Operationalization | Cross-Functional Leadership Supplier Management | Budgeting & Cost Control | Logistics & Transportation Talent Development | ERP Implementation | Procurement Strategy
Experience
Director Americas Supply Chain
Aalberts integrated piping systems
Jan 2025 — Present · Charlotte, NC, US
Lead cross-functional initiatives driving supply chain optimization, complexity reduction, and risk mitigation across a high-volume manufacturing operation. Implement SIOP and Master Planning Departments as well as establish APS and MPS practices. Develop and execute strategic project roadmaps with clear timelines, performance metrics, and milestone tracking to enhance supply chain reliability and agility. Partner with operations, engineering, and procurement to find cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies, delivering measurable improvements in service levels and cost structure. Implement comprehensive supply redundancy programs and network resiliency strategies to support business continuity and minimize disruption risk.
Education
Western Illinois University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Supply Chain Management, minor in Marketing
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
Master of Business Administration, Business
Skills
- Sap Products
- Lean Manufacturing
- Supply Chain Operations
- Forecasting
- Continuous Improvement
- Materials Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Procurement
- Mrp
- Sap R/3
- Global Sourcing
- Logistics Management
- Shipping
- International Logistics
- Transportation Management
- Materials
- Inventory Management
- Transportation
- Raw Materials
- Project Planning
- Supply Chain
- Supply Management
- Chemicals
- Tpu
- Production Planning
- Leadership
- Logistics
- Sap
- Warehouse Management
- Purchasing
- Process Improvement
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Process Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Warehousing
- Operations Management
- Six Sigma
- Warehouse Operations
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