Tim Nall
About Tim Nall
Tim Nall serves as the Executive Vice President, Chief Supply Chain and Technology Officer at Brown-Forman, a position he has held since 2022. With a robust background in supply chain management and technology, he has significantly enhanced operational efficiency and transparency within the organization.
Work at Brown-Forman
Tim Nall has held multiple positions at Brown-Forman since joining the company. He currently serves as the Executive Vice President, Chief Supply Chain and Technology Officer, a role he has occupied since 2022. In this capacity, he implemented a 12-month action plan to enhance order fulfillment and inventory management. Previously, he was the Senior Vice President Chief Information Officer from 2015 to 2022, and he also held various roles including Pinnacle Plant Manager, VP General Manager Brown-Forman Wines, and Director of Campus Production Operations. His extensive experience at Brown-Forman spans over two decades.
Education and Expertise
Tim Nall earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Operations Management and Supervision from the University of Louisville, completing his studies from 1998 to 2000. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from the same institution, which he obtained between 1989 and 1993. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in supply chain management and technology.
Background
Before joining Brown-Forman, Tim Nall worked at Alcoa as Maintenance Superintendent from 1995 to 1999. His career at Brown-Forman began in 2000, where he took on various roles, including Maintenance Manager and Plant Engineer. His progression within the company reflects his expertise in operations and supply chain management, contributing to significant improvements in efficiency and effectiveness.
Achievements
In his current role, Tim Nall has established 'real-time' tracking of goods in transit, enhancing transparency for stakeholders. He partnered with commercial and brand teams to implement a global Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process, improving demand and supply alignment. Additionally, he developed an analytics stack that provides simplified dashboards for near-real-time shipment and depletion activity, aiding decision-making for commercial partners. His efforts in restructuring the global supply chain organization have focused on optimizing efficiency and strategic cost control.