Mark Wilkinson
About Mark Wilkinson
Mark Wilkinson is the Senior Technical Commodity Manager, Avionics at Blue Origin, with extensive experience in supply chain management and procurement.
Current Position at Blue Origin
Mark Wilkinson has been serving as the Senior Technical Commodity Manager, Avionics at Blue Origin since 2020. In this role, he is stationed in Kent, Washington, where he is responsible for managing technical commodities specifically for avionics. His work involves optimizing supply chain processes and ensuring the efficient procurement of avionics components for various projects at Blue Origin.
Previous Roles at Blue Origin
Before his current role, Mark Wilkinson worked in several other positions at Blue Origin. In 2019, he served as the Senior Manager of CAPEX Acquisitions for 11 months, and from 2016 to 2018, he was the Senior Manager of Procurement for two years, also based in Kent, Washington. In these roles, he played significant parts in procurement, capital expenditure, and acquisition strategies.
Experience at ESCO Corporation
From 2012 to 2015, Mark Wilkinson worked at ESCO Corporation as the Corporate Purchasing Manager / Senior Global Category Manager in Portland, Oregon. During his three-year tenure, he was responsible for global category management and corporate purchasing, honing his skills in strategic sourcing and supplier management.
Earlier Career at Micro Systems Engineering, Inc.
Mark Wilkinson spent a total of 13 years at Micro Systems Engineering, Inc. He first served as Materials Manager from 1999 to 2006, and later as Supply Chain Program Manager from 2006 to 2012. During this period, he managed supply chain programs and materials, gaining extensive experience in supply chain operations and logistics.
Educational Background
Mark Wilkinson holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Supply and Logistics Management from Portland State University. His formal education underpins his extensive professional experience and expertise in supply chain and logistics management.