Luis Rivas
About Luis Rivas
Luis Rivas serves as the Global Lead of Digital Design & Execution at Brambles, a position he has held since 2020 in Orlando, Florida. With a diverse background in various leadership roles at CHEP and Sunshine Bouquet, he has extensive experience in business improvement, digital transformation, and strategic planning.
Work at Brambles
Luis Rivas has been serving as the Global Lead for Digital Design & Execution at Brambles since 2020. His role is based in Orlando, Florida, United States. Prior to this position, he held multiple roles within the Brambles (CHEP Americas Division), including Quality & Business Improvement Manager from 2008 to 2010 and Customer Solutions Director from 2013 to 2015. His extensive experience at Brambles highlights his expertise in digital design and execution within the supply chain sector.
Previous Roles at CHEP
Luis Rivas has held several significant positions at CHEP prior to his current role at Brambles. He served as the IOT Strategy Execution Director from 2017 to 2019 and as Global Value Creation Director from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he was the Senior Director of Strategic Planning & Digital Transformation for 11 months in 2019 to 2020. His diverse roles at CHEP reflect a strong focus on strategy, digital transformation, and value creation.
Education and Expertise
Luis Rivas earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business with a focus on Marketing, Operations Management, and International Studies from Indiana University - Kelley School of Business, where he studied from 1999 to 2003. He furthered his education by obtaining an MBA from INSEAD in 2008. Additionally, he is a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, proficient in DMAIC, LEAN, and Project Management Methodologies, which enhances his capabilities in process improvement and operational efficiency.
Background in Operations and Management
Before joining Brambles, Luis Rivas accumulated extensive experience in operations and management roles. He worked at Sunshine Bouquet in various capacities, including Operations Sr. Consultant and Corporate Operations Vice President. His experience also includes a position as Human Resource Manager at Sunshine Bouquet. This background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of operational processes and team management.