Bing Catalan
About Bing Catalan
Bing Catalan serves as the Vice President of Supply Chain and Customer Service at Berry Plastics, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in supply chain management, having held various positions at SC Johnson and other companies over a career spanning more than two decades.
Work at Berry Plastics
Bing Catalan has been with Berry Plastics since 2016, initially serving as Supply Chain and Operations Director for the Consumer Packaging Division. He transitioned to the role of Vice President of Supply Chain and Customer Service in 2018. His tenure at Berry Plastics spans over seven years, during which he has operated from Evansville, Indiana. His responsibilities include overseeing supply chain operations and enhancing customer service strategies within the organization.
Previous Experience at SC Johnson
Prior to his current role, Bing Catalan worked at SC Johnson for several years in various capacities. He served as Supply Chain Manager for the Philippines from 2007 to 2008, and as Asia Pacific Supply Chain Operations Lead from 2005 to 2008. His experience also includes roles such as Regional Supply Planning Manager for Europe from 2008 to 2011, and Manager of Strategic Corporate Initiatives from 2012 to 2014. His diverse roles at SC Johnson contributed to his expertise in supply chain management.
Education and Expertise
Bing Catalan holds a Master of Business Administration from Ateneo Graduate School of Business, which he completed between 1998 and 2002. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Santo Tomas, studying from 1989 to 1994. His educational background complements his professional experience, particularly in supply chain analysis, new product commercialization, and planning. He is proficient in using various software tools, including SAP/BI, COGNOS, and Tableau.
Background in Logistics and Supply Chain
Bing Catalan has a strong background in logistics and supply chain management, having worked in various roles across different companies. His career includes positions such as Logistics Officer at Bayer in Germany and Logistics Engineer II at Toyota in Japan. His experience spans over two decades, focusing on operational excellence, inventory management, and performance turnaround through measurement and analysis.
Technical Skills and Tools
Bing Catalan has extensive experience with supply chain management tools, particularly in using APO and ECC modules of SAP. He has demonstrated proficiency in data analysis and reporting through tools such as SAP/BI, COGNOS, and Tableau. His technical skills support his capabilities in end-to-end supply chain analysis and contribute to effective project execution and operational improvements.