Julia Eckard
About Julia Eckard
Julia Eckard serves as the Executive Lead at Anaplan for Supply Chain in DACH, Central, and Southern Europe. With extensive experience across various regions and a strong background in supply chain management, she is dedicated to helping leaders achieve their organizational goals.
Work at Anaplan
Julia Eckard serves as the Executive Lead at Anaplan for Supply Chain in the DACH, Central, and Southern Europe regions. She has held this position since 2022, contributing her expertise to enhance supply chain strategies and operations. In her role, she focuses on enabling supply chain leaders to achieve their organizational goals. Her experience in various global markets informs her approach to leadership and collaboration within her team.
Previous Experience at Gartner
Julia Eckard has extensive experience at Gartner, where she worked in various roles from 2006 to 2021. She served as an Account Executive for Burton IT1 and later as an Account Director. From 2011 to 2016, she held the position of Director, focusing on markets in South Africa, Benelux, and DACH. Her tenure at Gartner provided her with insights into supply chain management and strategic account management.
Education and Expertise
Julia Eckard holds a Master’s degree in International Relations from the University of Warwick, which she completed from 2002 to 2003. She also earned a Bachelor’s degree in International Business Management from the University of Brighton, studying from 1999 to 2002. Her educational background supports her expertise in supply chain management and international business.
Global Work Experience
Julia Eckard has a diverse professional background, having lived and worked in multiple regions including the US, South America, Europe, the UK, and South Africa. This global perspective enhances her ability to navigate complex supply chain challenges and collaborate effectively with international teams. Her previous roles include positions at Bizerba Argentina, Accenture, Siemens, and Zscaler.
Language Proficiency
Julia Eckard is proficient in three languages: English, Spanish, and French. This multilingual capability allows her to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders and partners across various regions, further supporting her role in supply chain leadership.