Cheryl Johnson
About Cheryl Johnson
Cheryl Johnson serves as the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain, Procurement, and Supplier Quality Assurance at Fisker Inc. With over 30 years of experience in the automotive industry, she has held various leadership roles at General Motors, Veoneer-Nissin Brake Systems, and Shiloh Industries, demonstrating expertise in supply chain management and sustainability practices.
Current Role at Fisker
Cheryl Johnson serves as the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain, Procurement, and Supplier Quality Assurance at Fisker Inc. She has held this position since 2023, working from Rochester, Michigan. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the supply chain operations, ensuring procurement efficiency, and maintaining supplier quality standards. Her leadership focuses on integrating sustainable practices within the supply chain framework.
Previous Experience in Automotive Industry
Cheryl Johnson has over 30 years of experience in the automotive industry. She has held various roles at General Motors, including Program Purchasing Manager for Full and Mid Size Trucks and Cadillac CT6, as well as Global Commodity Manager for Electronic Modules, Batteries, and Generators. Additionally, she worked at Veoneer-Nissin Brake Systems as Director of Procurement and later as Vice President of Procurement and Supplier Development. Her experience also includes a role at Shiloh Industries as Vice President of Procurement and Supply Chain Operations.
Education and Qualifications
Cheryl Johnson holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Business Law from Bowling Green State University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Procurement and Supply Chain Management from The University of Findlay. Her educational background supports her extensive career in supply chain management and procurement.
Expertise in Supply Chain and Procurement
Cheryl Johnson possesses expertise in supply chain resiliency and end-to-end management. She has a proven ability to secure materials worldwide by leveraging global market trends. Her knowledge encompasses both electric vehicles and internal combustion engines, which is critical in her current role at Fisker. She is committed to sustainability practices and maintains strong relationships with suppliers globally.
Professional Approach and Values
Cheryl Johnson brings a holistic approach to her work, integrating her background in finance, supply chain, procurement, and sales. She operates with integrity, agility, and transparency, aiming to make a meaningful impact in the automotive industry. Her commitment to sustainability and supplier relationship management reflects her dedication to advancing industry standards.