Cory Olson
About Cory Olson
Cory Olson is the Director of Customer Value Management for Enterprise Accounts at Coupa Software, with extensive experience in supply chain management and procurement across various industries.
Current Role at Coupa Software
Cory Olson currently holds the position of Director of Customer Value Management - Enterprise Accounts at Coupa Software. He has been in this role since 2022 and is based in Phoenix, Arizona, working remotely. In this capacity, he focuses on driving value for enterprise customers through strategic engagements and optimizing procurement processes.
Previous Experience at The Hackett Group
Before joining Coupa Software, Cory Olson served as Director of Strategy & Business Transformation at The Hackett Group from 2020 to 2022. Located in Phoenix, Arizona, he contributed significantly to the company's strategic initiatives and business transformation projects, helping clients maximize efficiency and organizational growth.
Educational Background
Cory Olson holds a B.S. degree in Business Administration with concentrations in Supply Chain Management and Finance from The University of Kansas. He underwent his academic training between 1991 and 1995, gaining foundational knowledge that underpins his extensive career in strategic sourcing and procurement.
Industry Expertise and Specializations
Cory Olson’s expertise spans multiple sectors including Pharmaceuticals/Biotechnology, Aerospace & Defense, and Telecommunications. He specializes in Procurement Transformation, Strategic Sourcing & Negotiations, and Total Cost of Ownership Modeling. His career has involved negotiating contracts resulting in multi-million-dollar savings for Fortune 500 companies and managing global cloud software/services programs.
Professional Affiliations and Certifications
Cory Olson is a member of both the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) and the International Association for Contract and Commercial Management. He holds a Six Sigma Greenbelt certification and is also a published author of numerous articles on Supply Chain Management. His professional affiliations and contributions underscore his commitment to industry standards and knowledge sharing.