Rick Buettner, Cppm
About Rick Buettner, Cppm
Rick Buettner is a Sr. Global Supply Chain Planner at Boston Scientific with extensive experience in supply chain management, having held various roles at Tennant Company, 3M, Saint-Gobain, and DHL Global Forwarding.
Current Position at Boston Scientific
Rick Buettner currently holds the position of Sr. Global Supply Chain Planner at Boston Scientific. He has been with the company in this role since 2022, working out of Arden Hills, Minnesota, United States. His tenure with Boston Scientific is marked by a strong focus on innovation and an emphasis on creating a positive work environment.
Previous Roles at Tennant Company and 3M
Rick Buettner previously worked as a Sr. Supply Chain Analyst at Tennant Company from 2019 to 2022 in Golden Valley, MN. Before that, he was employed as a Supply Chain Analyst at 3M from 2017 to 2019 in Saint Paul, Minnesota. In these roles, he utilized his strong communication, analytical, written, and problem-solving skills to contribute to the supply chain management processes.
Experience at Saint-Gobain and DHL Global Forwarding
Rick Buettner served as Warehouse and Logistics Manager at Saint-Gobain's SageGlass in Faribault, MN, from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, he had an extensive career at DHL Global Forwarding, holding multiple positions including Import Operations Manager, Air AMS Monitoring Control Tower Coordinator, 3M Ocean Export Specialist, Ocean/Air Import Specialist, and Air Import Agent, spanning from 2007 to 2015 in Eagan, MN.
Educational Background
Rick Buettner holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, achieved between 2012 and 2014. He also earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) in Business Management from Dakota County Technical College, where he studied from 2010 to 2012. His education provided a solid foundation for his expertise in supply chain management.
Professional Skills and Approach
Rick Buettner is known for his strong focus on innovation and vision in supply chain management. He emphasizes the importance of a positive work environment, which is reflected in his professional approach. Additionally, he is a pragmatic self-starter with a strong desire for personal growth, continually aiming to improve his skills and knowledge in the field.