Brandon Oliver
About Brandon Oliver
Brandon Oliver serves as the Vice President of Supply Chain and Strategic Sourcing at CenterPoint Energy, where he applies his extensive experience in supply chain management and strategic sourcing. He previously held various roles at ConocoPhillips, contributing significantly to supply chain operations and compliance over several years.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Brandon Oliver serves as the Vice President of Supply Chain and Strategic Sourcing at CenterPoint Energy. He has been in this role since 2024, contributing to the company's supply chain operations in the United States. His responsibilities include overseeing strategic sourcing initiatives and optimizing supply chain practices to enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at ConocoPhillips
Brandon Oliver held multiple positions at ConocoPhillips from 2010 to 2024. He served as the Global Supply Chain Solutions Leader from 2020 to 2024, where he focused on supply chain optimization. Prior roles included Supply Chain Manager - Operations, Director of Compliance & Process, and Supply Chain Director - Operations, Drilling & Completions. His tenure at ConocoPhillips involved leading teams and managing contracts across various supply chain functions.
Education and Expertise
Brandon Oliver earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management from the University of Arkansas - Sam M. Walton College of Business, completing his studies in 2008. He also holds a Doctor of Law (JD) from the University of Arkansas School of Law, obtained in 2008, and a Bachelor of Science in Government from The University of Texas at Austin, completed in 2004. His educational background supports his expertise in supply chain practices and contracting strategies.
Career Development and Internships
Brandon Oliver began his career with internships that provided foundational experience in compliance and supply chain management. He worked as an MBA Scholar Intern at Cintas in 2007 and as a Financial Compliance Intern at Wal-Mart from 2007 to 2008. These roles contributed to his understanding of financial systems and compliance, which he later applied in his professional positions.
Specializations and Skills
Brandon Oliver specializes in post-award contract management and supplier relationship management. He is recognized for his data-driven decision-making and has a deep understanding of optimizing supply chain technologies. His ability to lead teams through organizational change has been a significant aspect of his career, particularly during his time at ConocoPhillips.