Kyle Laden
About Kyle Laden
Kyle Laden is a Demand Manager at Berry Global, Inc., with a background in demand planning and deployment management across several companies, including Ferrero and Pinnacle Foods.
Work at Berry Global, Inc.
Kyle Laden has been employed at Berry Global, Inc. as a Demand Manager since 2020. In this role, he oversees demand management processes and strategies, contributing to the company's operational efficiency. His responsibilities include analyzing market trends and coordinating with various teams to ensure optimal inventory levels and customer satisfaction.
Previous Experience at Ferrero
Before joining Berry Global, Kyle Laden worked at Ferrero as a Deployment Manager from 2019 to 2020. During his tenure, he focused on supply chain operations and deployment strategies, enhancing the efficiency of product distribution.
Career at Pinnacle Foods
Kyle Laden has extensive experience at Pinnacle Foods, where he held multiple roles. He served as a Deployment Analyst from 2014 to 2015, followed by a position as Manager of Demand Planning from 2015 to 2019. Currently, he manages the Birds Eye Vegetables business, a significant operation that was previously handled by two individuals. His work has led to improved metrics in demand planning.
Education and Qualifications
Kyle Laden studied at Seton Hall University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from 2011 to 2013. He also attended Warren County Community College, achieving an Associate's degree in Business Administration and Management from 2009 to 2011. His educational background supports his expertise in demand management and planning.
Skills and Expertise
Kyle Laden possesses skills in building databases and creating macros in Excel, which streamline reporting processes. He has demonstrated his ability to improve MAPE (mean absolute percent error) metrics by at least 5% year over year in his demand planning roles. Additionally, he has served as the training lead for demand planning systems, responsible for onboarding co-ops and new employees.