Ken La Pointe
About Ken La Pointe
Ken La Pointe serves as the Director of Planning and Purchasing at CoreCentric Solutions, Inc., where he has worked since 2012. He has extensive experience in purchasing and planning, having held various managerial roles at several companies over the past three decades.
Current Role at Elan Industries Inc
Ken La Pointe serves as the Purchasing and Planning Manager at Elan Industries Inc. He has held this position since 2017, contributing to the company's procurement and planning strategies for a duration of seven years. His role involves overseeing purchasing operations and ensuring efficient planning processes to meet organizational goals.
Experience at CoreCentric Solutions
Ken La Pointe has extensive experience at CoreCentric Solutions, Inc. He currently holds the position of Director of Planning and Purchasing, a role he has maintained since 2012. Prior to this, he worked as the Manager of Planning and Customer Service for one year from 2011 to 2012. His tenure at CoreCentric Solutions spans over twelve years, focusing on strategic planning and purchasing management.
Previous Positions in Purchasing Management
Ken La Pointe has held various positions in purchasing management prior to his current roles. He worked as the Purchasing Director at TouchSensor Technologies, LLC from 2002 to 2011 for nine years. Additionally, he served at Westell as Purchasing Manager from 1993 to 1997 and then as Purchasing Director from 1997 to 2000. These roles contributed to his expertise in procurement and supply chain management.
Educational Background
Ken La Pointe studied at Northern Illinois University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing. This educational foundation has supported his career in planning and purchasing, equipping him with the necessary skills to navigate the complexities of supply chain management.