Chris Yovanof
About Chris Yovanof
Chris Yovanof is the Lead of Global Supplier Relations at Gemini, with extensive experience in supplier relations, global sourcing, and strategic planning.
Current Role at Gemini
Chris Yovanof is currently the Lead of Global Supplier Relations at Gemini. Since 2022, Chris has been responsible for managing and enhancing relationships with suppliers worldwide. Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, this role involves ensuring effective coordination and collaboration with global suppliers to support Gemini's business operations and strategic goals.
Past Roles at Gemini
Before his current position, Chris Yovanof served as the Lead of Supplier Relations - Professional Services & Business Operations at Gemini. In this role, which he held from 2021 to 2022 for seven months, he focused on managing supplier relations specifically for professional services and business operations, enhancing supplier performance and operational efficiencies.
Experience at Viatris
Chris Yovanof has held significant roles at Viatris, including Director of Global Sourcing in 2021, and Senior Manager of Global Strategic Sourcing from 2019 to 2021. In these positions, Chris was responsible for leading sourcing strategies on a global scale, optimizing supplier engagements, and ensuring alignment with corporate procurement goals.
Previous Role at Arconic
Chris Yovanof served as the Global Category Manager at Arconic from 2017 to 2019. Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he managed global category strategies, focusing on procurement activities and supplier relationship management to achieve cost efficiencies and supply chain improvements.
Academic Background
Chris Yovanof earned his Bachelor's degrees in Economics and Architectural Studies from the University of Pittsburgh. His academic tenure spanned from 2005 to 2010, where he acquired comprehensive knowledge that underpins his professional expertise in supplier relations and strategic sourcing.