Taylor Klingensmith

Vice President Supply Chain Optimization @Zep Inc

Accountable for Zep Inc supply chain planning functions o Business planning, demand planning, supply planning, production planning • Lead transformational business initiatives >$3M in value with board level visibility o SKU rationalization, quality control, product reformulation, packaging redesign, insourcing • Identify and drive supply chain manufacturing network optimization initiatives o Facilitate supply chain capital allocation process, targeting ROI $6.5M in spend and 1 plant start up >$4M o Lead annual recalibration of supply network – Total Landed Cost and EOQ analysis • Facilitate S & OP process for Zep’s five businesses, reconciling sales, operational and financial plans • Led implementation of SAP 6.0 PP module for Food and Beverage business unit, June 2021 launch