Collin Bonde
About Collin Bonde
Collin Bonde is the Assistant Logistics Manager for Snacks at General Mills, with extensive experience in various logistics roles within the company.
Current Role at General Mills
Collin Bonde currently serves as the Assistant Logistics Manager for the Snacks division at General Mills. In this role, he is responsible for managing the logistics strategies and operations for various snack products. His responsibilities include overseeing transportation, optimizing supply chains, and ensuring timely delivery of products to meet customer demand.
Previous Positions at General Mills
Collin Bonde has held several key positions at General Mills. Notably, he was the Assistant Logistics Manager for Yogurt from 2017 to 2018. Prior to that, he served as the Logistics Integration Manager for Annie's from 2014 to 2016 and the Logistics Business Manager for Immaculate Baking & Betty Crocker GF Mixes from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, he had roles including Interim Transportation Manager, Logistics Planning Manager, External Supply Chain Analyst, Channels CI Leader, Logistics Business Planner - Scheduler, Logistics Operations Planner for Big G Kid Brands, and Logistics Management Associate.
Education and Expertise
Collin Bonde attended the University of Minnesota from 2002 to 2006, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB) with a focus on Supply Chain Management and Management Information Systems (MIS). His formal education laid the foundation for his extensive career in logistics and supply chain management at General Mills.
Key Achievements and Initiatives
Collin Bonde has implemented significant logistics strategies that reduced transportation costs for the Fruit, Salty, and Nutrition Snacks businesses. He has also enhanced service levels within the Snacks division, leading to improved customer satisfaction. Furthermore, Collin developed and led a continuous improvement initiative that streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and increasing efficiency. His commitment to mentoring junior team members has fostered professional growth and development within the company.
Cross-Functional Integration Projects
Throughout his tenure at General Mills, Collin Bonde has actively participated in cross-functional teams. He played a vital role in integrating new product lines into existing logistics frameworks, ensuring seamless transitions and minimal disruptions. His involvement in these projects highlights his ability to work collaboratively to achieve organizational goals.