Tim Debruin

About Tim Debruin

With an extensive background in plastics and material conversion, I focus on responsible supply chain and sustainability management initiatives with some of the largest global manufacturing companies that create flexible and rigid packaging. I currently assist international clients that want to reduce, reuse, decompose and recycle their packaging. I work with small to large-sized companies focused on developing and implementing sustainability solutions and positioning these companies to thrive in the new green economy. In addition, I co-create with executive-led teams to develop their sustainability strategy and climate action plans to drive results for a better tomorrow!Supply chain functions were my focus for 20+ years and served as a great foundation to move into sustainability. One of the major turning points in my sustainability journey was the coursework I completed at University of Cambridge, where I knew I was in the right place to drive incredibly impactful changes, surrounded by a “think tank” of impressive individuals and the chance to develop a network with sustainability professionals from around the world.On the personal side, I am a single father of six children, with two sets of twins and have two English Cream retrievers that round out the household. I enjoy spending time in nature in Northern Wisconsin, kayaking and long trail hikes with my dogs.

Experience

1. Strategic Sourcing Manager

   FTI

   Jun 2023 — Present · WI, US

   Sourcing the next generation of critical electrical infrastructure and solutions for a more sustainable tomorrow.

Education

• University of Cambridge

  Institute of Sustainability Leadership , Sustainability Leadership

• University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Business and Communications

• Ohio University

  EMBA, Supply Chain

  1990 — 1992

Skills

• Global Sourcing
• Logistics Management
• Kaizen
• Manufacturing
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Demand Planning
• Production Planning
• Logistics
• Materials Management
• Inventory Management
• Inventory Control
• Product Development
• Forecasting
• Continuous Improvement
• Sap
• Sourcing
• Strategy
• Six Sigma
• Supplier Negotiation
• Supply Management
• Project Management
• Operations Management
• Purchasing
• Value Stream Mapping
• Process Improvement
• Management
• Leadership
• Lean Manufacturing
• Materials
• Plastics
• Supply Chain Management
• Strategic Sourcing
• Negotiation
• Procurement
• Mrp
• Iso
• Supply Chain Optimization
• Pricing
• Supply Chain
• Supplier Development