Jason Thorne

About Jason Thorne

Immediate results while also building longer term strategies is a dynamic challenge that can be tough to navigate. My ability to conduct rapid assessments, stabilize operations and pivot to longer term strategy is a unique and competitive advantage in today\'s fast moving markets. MY VALUE PROPOSITION I’ve led multiple, global supply chain teams in businesses ranging from $160M to $2.5B, delivering improved earnings and working capital. Developed leaders and team members that have gone onto lead organizations and become functional experts. Sought after for supply chain thought leadership, best practices and delivering immediate impact in difficult operating conditions. PLEASED TO CONNECT VIA 31••••••18 OR AT J••••••••@GMAIL.COMSKILLSSupply Chain Transformation | Change Management | Procurement Transformation | Sourcing Strategy | Executive Leadership | M&A Integration | Sales & Operations Planning | Integrated Business Planning | Business Process Design | P&L Management | Training & Development | Supply Chain Best Practices | Emerging TechnologyHIGHLIGHTS: Leading full Integrated Business Planning process and system program to deliver improved EBIT and working capital performance. Led enterprise wide procurement transformation – driving >$150M in value in 2 years. Reduced business unit costs in $450M polymer additive product line via a strategic supply chain realignment that increased on-time delivery while also reducing working capital. Led the cross-functional integration of a specialty material acquisition exceeding the synergy targets, retaining key employees and delivering on commitments to key stakeholders.

Experience

1. SVP, Global Supply Chain

   Nouryon

   Oct 2023 — Present · Houston, TX, US

Education

• Indiana University - Kelley School of Business

  MBA, Business

• Purdue University

  BA, Chemistry

Skills

• Strategic Planning
• Logistics Management
• Supply Chain Optimization
• Manufacturing
• Procurement
• Mrp
• Project Management
• Materials Management
• Forecasting
• Continuous Improvement
• Inventory Management
• Production Planning
• Business Process
• Logistics
• New Business Development
• Operational Excellence
• Leadership
• Demand Planning
• Business Process Improvement
• Program Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Strategic Sourcing
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Sap Products
• Contract Negotiation
• Project Planning
• Supply Chain
• Pricing
• Quality Management
• Business Strategy
• Management Consulting
• Strategy
• Six Sigma
• Product Management
• Team Building
• Management
• Supply Management
• Executive Management
• Business Planning
• Operations Management