Megan Boyd
About Megan Boyd
Megan Boyd serves as the Director of Supply Chain Optimization at Advance Auto Parts, a position she has held since 2022. With a background in Industrial Engineering and extensive experience in operations management, she has previously held various roles in organizations such as OfficeMax and H. B. Maynard and Co., Inc.
Work at Advance Auto Parts
Megan Boyd has been employed at Advance Auto Parts since 2019, initially serving as Senior Manager of Continuous Improvement Lean Six Sigma. In 2022, she advanced to the position of Director of Supply Chain Optimization. In her current role, she focuses on enhancing supply chain efficiency and optimizing operations to improve overall performance.
Education and Expertise
Megan Boyd earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Industrial Engineering from Purdue University, where she studied from 1997 to 2001. Her educational background supports her expertise in areas such as Value Stream Mapping, Team Building, and Industrial Engineering, which are essential for optimizing processes and improving operational efficiency.
Background
Megan Boyd has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. She began her career as a Consultant at H. B. Maynard and Co., Inc. from 2002 to 2007. She then held several positions at OfficeMax, including Lean Strategy Manager and Senior Manager Lean Operations, contributing to her extensive experience in lean methodologies.
Previous Work Experience
Before her tenure at Advance Auto Parts, Megan Boyd held several significant positions. She worked at OfficeMax in various capacities from 2007 to 2014, including Senior Industrial Engineering Manager. Additionally, she served as a Project Manager at Creatix, Inc. from 2015 to 2017 and as a Senior Manager at Connors Group from 2017 to 2019, further enhancing her management and operational skills.
Achievements in Operations Management
Megan Boyd has demonstrated a strong track record in Operations Management throughout her career. Her roles have involved overseeing, designing, and controlling production processes, which have contributed to her reputation as a leader in optimizing complex systems and enhancing operational effectiveness.