Josh Karp
About Josh Karp
Josh Karp is an Agility Program Manager at ABC Supply Co. Inc., specializing in enterprise ERP transformation. He has extensive experience in program management across various organizations, including McDonald's, Walgreens, and The Kraft Heinz Company.
Current Role at ABC Supply Co. Inc.
Josh Karp serves as the Agility (Enterprise ERP Transformation) Program Manager at ABC Supply Co. Inc. since 2018. In this role, he manages program operations and resources, overseeing 140 independent contractors, over 200 business and IT associates, and more than 20 vendors. He has developed a scope management and change control process that includes impact assessment, demand management, and approvals. His expertise in ERP and cloud architecture supports the company's transformation initiatives.
Previous Experience in Program Management
Before joining ABC Supply, Josh Karp held several program management positions. He worked at The Kraft Heinz Company as a Senior Program Manager from 2015 to 2017. He also served as a Senior Program Manager at Walgreens for 4 months in 2018 and at the National Restaurant Association for 6 months in 2018. Additionally, he was a Technical Program Manager at McDonald's for 7 months in 2017. His diverse experience in program management spans various industries.
Educational Background
Josh Karp studied at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign from 1990 to 1992, focusing on Liberal Education. This educational background provided him with a foundation in critical thinking and communication skills, which are essential in his program management roles.
Achievements in Project Management
At ABC Supply, Josh Karp built a nine-member Project Management Office (PMO) and established a robust governance process. He oversaw 32 project managers and managed over 80 concurrent projects. He successfully delivered a business transformation and acquisition integration program with zero interruption to the business and achieved the highest yearly revenue in the company's history.
Expertise in Methodologies and Technologies
Josh Karp is recognized for his expertise in various methodologies, including waterfall, agile, and SAFe. He inspires large teams to achieve challenging goals and is skilled in ERP, business application rationalization, customization, and delivery. His knowledge extends to messaging and integration, SaaS, cloud architecture, enterprise architecture, and infrastructure.