Brad Johnson

About Brad Johnson

Results oriented leader with a strong track record of achievement and advancement. Recognized for my ability to adapt to diverse circumstances and identify areas for improvement, and implement strategic and tactical plans that ensure success. Considerable experience working as a part of, and supporting, supply chain, sourcing, maintenance and operations while improving and implementing programs across a wide range of paper manufacturing facilities. Adept at cross functional collaboration and harmonizing teams and stakeholders including union, front line supervisors, middle management, and corporate leadership. Able to blend leadership skills with a comprehensive technical knowledge to reduce potential risks and ensure achievement of organizational targets and goals.

Experience

1. Sr Sourcing Leader, Capex

   Kroger

   Dec 2018 — Present · Cincinnati, OH, US

Education

• Shawnee State University

  Associate’s Degree, PLANT MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING

  1980 — 1982

Skills

• Vehicle Leasing
• Training
• Process Engineering
• Lean Manufacturing
• Kaizen
• Root Cause Analysis
• Continuous Improvement
• Supply Chain
• Strategic Sourcing
• Procurement
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Contract Negotiation
• Facilities Management
• Business Process Improvement
• Supply Chain Management
• Sap
• Six Sigma
• Contract Management
• Lease Negotiations
• Process Improvement
• Construction Management
• Materials Management
• Purchasing Negotiation
• Paper Industry
• Value Stream Mapping
• Demolition
• Pulp
• 5s
• Process Optimization
• Manufacturing
• Purchasing