Katie Willard
About Katie Willard
Katie Willard serves as the Team Lead for Replenishment & Inventory Optimization at Domtar in Fort Mill, South Carolina, a position she has held since 2020. With a background in supply chain analysis and a strong educational foundation from Clemson University, she has accumulated extensive experience in the field over several years.
Work at Domtar
Katie Willard has been serving as the Team Lead for Replenishment & Inventory Optimization at Domtar since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing inventory management processes and ensuring optimal replenishment strategies. Her tenure at Domtar has spanned four years, during which she has contributed to enhancing supply chain efficiency in Fort Mill, South Carolina.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain
Before joining Domtar, Katie Willard worked as a Senior Supply Chain Optimization Analyst at Domtar from 2017 to 2020. Prior to that, she held the position of Supply Chain Analyst at AFL from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, she gained experience as a Supply Chain Analyst Intern at AFL from 2012 to 2013. This extensive background in supply chain roles has equipped her with valuable skills in inventory management and optimization.
Education and Expertise
Katie Willard earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Clemson University, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science (M.S.) from Clemson University from 2012 to 2014. Her academic background has provided her with a strong foundation in supply chain management and industrial engineering.
Research and Tutoring Experience
During her time at Clemson University, Katie Willard worked as a Research Assistant from 2012 to 2013, contributing to various academic projects. She also served as a R.I.S.E. Tutor from 2009 to 2012, where she supported fellow students in their academic pursuits. This experience highlights her commitment to education and knowledge sharing.
Internship Experience
Katie Willard gained practical experience as an Industrial Engineering Intern at SCRA in 2010. This two-month internship in Charleston, South Carolina, allowed her to apply her academic knowledge in a real-world setting, further enhancing her skills in engineering and supply chain processes.