Elizabeth Effertz
About Elizabeth Effertz
Elizabeth Effertz serves as the Vice President of Information Technology at Bunzl Distribution NA, a position she has held since 2023. With a robust background in project management and IT operations, she has previously worked in various leadership roles at companies such as Monsanto, Furniture Brands International, and Reinsurance Group of America.
Current Role at Bunzl Distribution NA
Elizabeth Effertz serves as the Vice President of Information Technology at Bunzl Distribution NA. She has held this position since 2023, contributing to the strategic direction and management of IT operations within the organization. Her role involves overseeing technology initiatives and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Previous Experience at Bunzl Distribution NA
Prior to her current role, Elizabeth Effertz worked at Bunzl Distribution NA as the Senior Director of Enterprise Project Management & IT Operations from 2019 to 2022. She also served as Vice President of Distribution IT from 2022 to 2023. During her tenure, she focused on project management and operational efficiency within the IT department.
Career Background in Project Management
Elizabeth Effertz has extensive experience in project management across various organizations. She worked at Monsanto as a Senior Project Manager and later as the Enterprise Applications Project Portfolio Lead. Her expertise includes turning around projects in jeopardy and managing PMO teams to establish consistent processes for project management.
Educational Qualifications
Elizabeth Effertz holds an Honors Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Saint Louis University, which she earned from 1986 to 1990. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Operations Management and Marketing from Washington University in St. Louis - Olin Business School between 1990 and 1992.
Expertise in IT and Operations Management
Elizabeth Effertz has significant expertise in IT and operations management, particularly within private equity environments. She has experience managing operations during corporate changes such as mergers and acquisitions. Her background includes roles at Furniture Brands International and Reinsurance Group of America, where she focused on IT strategy and project execution.