David Sandoval
About David Sandoval
David Sandoval serves as the Director of Strategic Sourcing for Raw Materials and Contract Services at Apeel, where he has worked since 2021. He has a strong background in chemistry, holding a PhD from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and has previously held roles at Apeel including Senior Formulation Scientist and Head of Process Development.
Current Role at Apeel
David Sandoval currently serves as the Director of Strategic Sourcing for Raw Materials and Contract Services at Apeel. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's efforts in aligning sourcing initiatives with sustainability goals. His role involves developing sourcing strategies that support the commercialization of Apeel's innovative products, ensuring that the materials used meet both quality and environmental standards.
Previous Experience at Apeel
Prior to his current role, David Sandoval worked at Apeel in various capacities. He was the Senior Formulation Scientist in Process Development from 2015 to 2017, where he focused on product formulation and development. He then advanced to Head of Process Development from 2017 to 2021, overseeing the process development team and enhancing product development through effective management of contract services.
Education and Expertise
David Sandoval holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Organic Chemistry from the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he was a Graduate Student Researcher from 2010 to 2015. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry from California State University, Fullerton, studying there from 2006 to 2010. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in formulation science and strategic sourcing.
Research Experience
During his academic career, David Sandoval gained valuable research experience. He worked as a Graduate Student Researcher at the University of California, Santa Barbara for five years, focusing on organic chemistry. Additionally, he was an Undergraduate Researcher at California State University, Fullerton for four years, where he contributed to various research projects in the field of chemistry.