Kim Rogers

About Kim Rogers

Experienced Senior Director of Business Operations with a proven track record of driving performance and transformation within the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry. Known for leading complex, cross-functional initiatives that improve profitability, streamline operations, and strengthen organizational culture.Deep expertise across consumer products, sales enablement, innovation, project management, cost savings and productivity, process improvement, manufacturing operations, and strategic sourcing. Brings a solution-based, data-driven approach to business challenges while effectively influencing stakeholders at all levels of the organization.A recognized culture builder and people leader, passionate about developing future leaders and creating high-impact, highly engaged teams. Serves as Chair of the Board for a broader Women’s Network, while also leading the Women’s Employee Resource Group and Culture Committee, championing inclusion, change management, and leadership development.Operational experience spans grocery and canning, snacks, refrigerated foods, foodservice, and international platforms, providing a broad perspective on scaling best practices across diverse business models.Holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a Human Resources emphasis from the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse.

Experience

1. Sr Director Operations Business Project Managment

   Conagra Brands

   Oct 1997 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

   CPG Supply Chain Leader | Bridging Plant Operations & Portfolio/PM | Commercialization • Productivity • 600+ Project PipelineOperations leader with deep experience across CPG, supporting large, complex portfolios in Snacks, Grocery, and International, with early career foundations in Refrigerated. I help organizations bring clarity and structure to the work that matters most — from innovation and strategic initiatives to cost savings and brand maintenance — overseeing a 600+ project pipeline that spans a wide range of business needs.My leadership centers on strengthening the operational structure that supports growth. I focus on transforming complex cross‑functional inputs into clear, repeatable processes that improve decision making and free up capacity. Through close collaboration with Supply Chain, R&D, Marketing, Finance, Quality, and Manufacturing, I help ensure that commercialization and productivity workstreams stay aligned, well‑managed, and consistently delivering reliable value against business priorities.Developing people and strengthening culture are just as important to me as delivering results. I’ve had the privilege of leading Conagra’s Women’s Employee Resource Group, and now serve as Chairman of the Board for Women at the MART, where I help build programs and connections that support women’s growth across Chicago’s corporate community. It’s work that reminds me how much impact strong networks and inclusive cultures can have.Focus Areas & Strengths:• CPG Operations (Snacks, Grocery, Refrigerated, International)• Large‑Scale Portfolio Management (600+ annual projects)• Commercialization & Cross‑Functional Delivery• Productivity, Cost Savings & Resource Optimization• Supply Chain, R&D, Marketing & Finance Collaboration• Organizational Effectiveness & Practical Process Design• Team Growth, Coaching & Culture Building• ERG Leadership & Community Engagement

Education

• University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

  Bachelor of Science, Business Administration/HR Emphasis

  1986 — 1991

Skills

• Purchasing
• Process Improvement
• Management
• 5s
• Tpm
• Manufacturing
• Warehousing
• Materials Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Strategic Sourcing
• Fmcg
• Inventory Management
• Food Safety
• Sap
• Production Planning
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Packaging
• Leadership
• Forecasting
• Continuous Improvement
• Sales
• Supply Management
• Business Development
• Food
• Procurement
• Mrp
• Logistics
• Consumer Products
• Supply Chain Optimization
• Supply Chain
• Project Management
• Six Sigma
• Food Industry
• Product Development
• Lean Manufacturing
• Kaizen
• Haccp
• Food Processing
• Food Manufacturing
• Demand Planning