Mike Leppert

About Mike Leppert

Throughout a stellar executive career in the food & beverages industry driving key sales and operations performance, I have elevated the successes of each group I have managed. This has contributed to a reputation as a “Trailblazer”—someone who consistently exceeds performance objectives, drives organizational members to achieve outstanding results, and brings strategic and tactical leadership strengths to every challenge and opportunity.Consider the value that strong communication skills has in every organization. While this capability might be implicit in any senior-level executive, what differentiates my skillset is a demonstrated ability to rapidly build rapport, apply extremely effective listening skills, and authentically ensure a culture of trust. This allows focus on the key priorities that can propel an organization’s achievement and bottom-line success. Recognized as a highly effective and strong leader, I get results. I’m equally known for cultivating respect, developing top contributors through effective coaching practices, and building collaborative teams. And I’ve done this in every role I’ve held with Nestle Waters North America. This is augmented by proven skill creating and sustaining exceptional relationships at every level. Something frequently said about my leadership style is that I have a unique ability to balance both outstanding strategic thinking (“visioning”) with very strong tactical execution management skills.I’m driven by a deep satisfaction derived from achieving challenging objectives—overcoming obstacles and barriers. This has fueled my success in developing long-term strategies for an organization that assure forward momentum and a culture that thrives—for employees, stakeholders, and our customers. Bottom line, I am all about bringing principled leadership to my role transforming sales leadership practices and optimizing overall operations. Whether it is turnaround or an opportunity to elevate change management approaches, I am keenly committed to championing ROI, success, and results.

Experience

1. Vice President Field Sales

   Primo Brands

   Nov 2024 — Present · Stamford, CT, US

Education

• Gettysburg College

  Bachelor of Arts degree, Management, Business Administration and Management, General

  1984 — 1988

Skills

• National Accounts
• Logistics
• Strategy
• Process Improvement
• Account Management
• Supply Chain
• Budgets
• Direct Store Delivery
• Team Leadership
• Supply Chain Management
• Performance Management
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Business Planning
• Operations Management
• Sales Operations
• Customer Service
• Sales Management
• Key Account Management
• Pricing
• Inventory Management
• Leadership
• Management
• Forecasting
• Continuous Improvement
• Retail