Kimberly Branch, Cpsm
About Kimberly Branch, Cpsm
Kimberly Branch is a Global Procurement Manager with extensive experience in supply chain and procurement across various industries. She has held positions at organizations such as the United States Marine Corps, Swift Transportation, and Axway, and has pursued advanced education in global management and supply chain management.
Work at Axway
Kimberly Branch serves as the Global Procurement Manager at Axway, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing procurement strategies and processes to enhance operational efficiency. Her experience in procurement management contributes to the company's goals in supply chain optimization and cost management.
Previous Experience in Procurement
Prior to her current role, Kimberly Branch held several significant positions in procurement management. She worked at Anthem Education Group as the Corporate Purchasing and Logistics Manager from 2007 to 2012. She also served as the Global Purchasing Manager for TR Fastenings from 2002 to 2007 and as the Corporate Procurement Manager at Swift Transportation from 2012 to 2018. Additionally, she was a Senior Category Manager for Strategic Procurement at Arizona Public Service from 2018 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Kimberly Branch studied at Thunderbird School of Global Management, where she completed multiple executive education programs, including Global Negotiations, Supply Chain Management, and Global Finance. She also pursued a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Government at Arizona State University. Currently, she is studying Business Innovation & Management at Thunderbird School of Global Management, focusing on Global Foresight and Leadership for Accelerated Growth.
Military Background
Kimberly Branch began her career in the United States Marine Corps, where she worked in Supply Chain and Inventory Management from 1994 to 1997 in the Yuma, Arizona area. This experience provided her with foundational skills in logistics and supply chain operations, which she has built upon throughout her career.
Publications and Thought Leadership
Kimberly Branch has contributed to the field of supply chain management through published works in Inside Supply Management Magazine, with articles featured in the March/April 2020 and July/August 2021 issues. She has also initiated a social media presence focused on supply chain management engagement, where she shares thought-leadership content on supplier management.