Bob Koontz
About Bob Koontz
Bob Koontz serves as the Chief Procurement Officer at Advance Publications Inc. in New York, NY, a position he has held since 2019, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at BNY Mellon and Viacom Media Networks.
Work at Advance
Bob Koontz has served as the Chief Procurement Officer at Advance Publications Inc. since 2019. In this role, he oversees procurement strategies and operations, contributing to the company's efficiency and cost management. His tenure at Advance has lasted for five years, during which he has implemented various initiatives to enhance procurement processes.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Advance, Bob Koontz held significant positions in various organizations. He worked at BNY Mellon as Managing Director and Head of Global Sourcing from 2013 to 2019. Prior to that, he was Vice President and Head of Global Strategic Sourcing at Viacom Media Networks from 2008 to 2013. His career also includes roles at Bear Stearns, Acquis Consulting Group, and Accenture, where he gained extensive experience in procurement and sourcing.
Education and Expertise
Bob Koontz earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Delaware, where he studied from 1985 to 1989. He furthered his education by obtaining an MBA in Strategy and Operations from the Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management, completing his studies from 1995 to 1997. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in procurement and strategic sourcing.
Career Progression
Bob Koontz has demonstrated a progressive career in procurement and sourcing over several years. He began his career at Accenture as a Manager from 1997 to 2000. He then transitioned to Acquis Consulting Group as Principal from 2001 to 2004. Following that, he served as Head of Non-IT Procurement at Bear Stearns from 2004 to 2008, before moving to Viacom Media Networks and later BNY Mellon.