Mark Fischer
About Mark Fischer
Mark Fischer serves as the Vice President of Supply Chain at FORTNA, where he has worked since 2020. He manages a substantial procurement portfolio and has extensive experience in supply chain management, particularly in the electronics and manufacturing sectors.
Work at Fortna
Mark Fischer has served as Vice President of Supply Chain at Fortna since 2020. In this role, he oversees a procurement portfolio valued at $0.4 billion, which includes electronics, electronic components, harnesses, and electro-mechanical devices. Fischer's responsibilities include enhancing supply chain efficiency and developing customer solutions through automation and systems integration.
Previous Experience at GE Appliances
Prior to his current position, Mark Fischer held several roles at GE Appliances, a Haier Company. He worked as Electro Mechanical Devices Sourcing Manager from 2011 to 2016, Senior Director - Global Sourcing Controls from 2016 to 2020, and had earlier roles including Supplier Account Manager, Sourcing Initiatives Manager, and Advanced Manufacturing Engineer. His tenure at GE Appliances spanned over a decade, where he contributed to various aspects of sourcing and supply chain management.
Career Background
Mark Fischer's career began at Eli Lilly and Company, where he worked as a Senior Process Control Engineer from 1990 to 2000. He later transitioned to GE Appliances, where he gained extensive experience in supply chain and engineering roles. In addition to his work at GE, he briefly served as a Supply Chain Consultant at an Amazon Fulfillment Center in 2020.
Education and Expertise
Mark Fischer holds a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Louisville - J.B. Speed School of Engineering. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Bellarmine University. His educational background supports his expertise in supply chain management, engineering, and process control.
Achievements in Supply Chain Development
Mark Fischer played a key role in developing the supply chain for the world's largest Covid testing lab. His focus was on supplier innovation and value proposition, showcasing his ability to adapt and lead in challenging environments while enhancing supply chain capabilities.